Carl Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 10 years ago, a Dutch public TV producer tracked down the Sylvia, and her mother, from the song "Sylvia's Mother." Recorded by Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, it was a big hit in 1971, and like most early Dr. Hook songs, it was written by Shel Silverstein - also famous for his amazing children's books. The producer contacted me to let us know about his short film, which is fascinating. Sylvia kept a low profile and the letters Shel sent her way, which have his distinctive handwriting. Dr. Hook had two main vocalists: Ray Sawyer (the guy with the eye patch) and Dennis Locorriere, who post-Hook had a great career as a solo artist and backup singer. I described Dennis' vocal delivery on the song as having a "touch of whimsy," but when I contacted him, he told me that I was all wrong. He knew the song came from a place of deep despair, and his vocal was 100% sincere. I wasn't the only one to misinterpret it, since Dr. Hook was all about goofy fun and many of their Silverstein songs were comedy - like "Freaker's Ball." Here's the story: Searching for Sylvia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miamisammy29 Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 Very cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Joe Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 Outstanding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edna Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 Love it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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