Mix 989's Gary Rivers spoke with singer Debbie Boone about her new album; growing up in her father's shadow, and her career following the success of "You Light Up My Life"
1977 Debbie Boone was the number one artist in pop music, taking the top spot on Billboard for 10 straight weeks. He rsingle, "You Light up my life" won just about every music award that year.
Then, she seemingly disappeared. . She never charted again.
She’s back today with a new album of jazz standards…
In her interview with Mix 989's Gary Rivers, she gives a glimpse into her fulfilling life.
Did you know she's related to George Clooney, as she married his cousin?
She also talks about the family's embarassment when her father, squeeky-clean Pat Boone, recorded and performed a heavy-metal rock album late in his career.
It's a fun, entertaining and informative interview.
Give a listen:
Debby Boone's exuberant album, "Swing This," will be reissued on all digital streaming platforms on February 4 via Time Life. The collection of jazzy standards is inspired by her experiences as a child in Las Vegas while her father headlined at iconic venues like the Sands and the Sahara during the 1960's.
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