Elizabeth Barraclough
Elizabeth Barraclough | |
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| Origin | New Mexico, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock, folk, folk rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Labels | Bearsville Records |
Elizabeth Barraclough is an American musician whose songs span the genres of folk, country, rock and pop.[1] She was managed by Bob Dylan's manager Albert Grossman,[1] and is perhaps best known for having played both live and on record with Paul Butterfield, Charlie McCoy, Kenny Buttrey, and Todd Rundgren.[1]
Personal life
Barraclough originated in New Mexico before moving to the eastern coast of the United States.[2] She dated Paul Butterfield for a period of time in the 1970s.[3]
Career
During her career, she released two albums, a self-titled record in 1978 and Hi! in 1979, both on Grossman's Bearsville Records. Her 1978 album spawned a 45 single, "Covered Up In Aces."[4] Her self-titled album was given warm reviews by The Village Voice's Robert Christgau as well as The Pittsburgh Press.[5][6]
Barraclough performed "Covered Up In Aces" on The Old Grey Whistle Test during an episode documenting the 1977 Bearsville Picnic in Woodstock, New York.
Discography
- Elizabeth Barraclough - 1978
- Hi! - 1979
References
- ^ a b c Pittsburgh Press article: "Disc Roundup."
- ^ Chicago Tribune article: "Line Up For Listening", July 2, 1978.
- ^ 27 Leggies page: "Elizabeth Barraclough."
- ^ AllMusic page: "Elizabeth Barraclough - Discography."
- ^ Robert Christgau review: "Elizabeth Barraclough."
- ^ Pittsburgh Press article: "Disc Roundup", by Bruce Meyer. August 2, 1978.