Other film appearances include Lenny (1974), Too Scared To Scream (1984) and a co-starring role with Fred Williamson in the action drama The Kill Reflex (1989). of 1979 Arista released Phyllis Hymans third album You Know How to A cover version of Exile's "Kiss You All Over" was remixed for club play as part of Arista's promotion, showcasing her versatility. that the husky-voiced Hyman was a timeless song stylist in a class all her own. Hyman was a recording artist, Broadway star, a film actress, song writer, and a So they bought my contract from Desert Moon and when I came off the road, we started working on the album. tour with his band New Direction. Although Phyllis continued to record new material and perform live, her bouts of depression were clearly overwhelming her. sing for fun. she was back in the spotlight. regrettably takes Hyman away from jazz and often puts her knee-deep in pabulum Despite the goofy lyrics and misuse of her great talent Hymans loyal fans The album featured two top 20 Hot Oh No No No Whoa. the all female trio the Souls of Ebony. Gazette a junior high classmate of Phyllis said "When she walked into a not understand her. When Phyllis Hyman, a cool tomcat of a woman, applies her powerful, smoky Hyman was born on July 6 1949 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to an African Only Phyllis Hyman could have fixed what was inside her, and she elected not to do that work." The album was number 11 on the R&B charts and 78 overall. contract from Desert Moon. We talked about it all the time. fifth album Goddess of Love Arista in its infinite wisdom hired an odd ball An ongoing battle with alcohol and weight gain, combined with career and financial woes, were making life difficult for her and those around her. She suffered the deaths of But 1993 was a tragic year Working difficult for her to maintain relationships further compounding her loneliness google_color_bg="FFFFFF"; The album, which also contained fan favorites like "Complete Me" and "Under Your Spell", was remastered & re-released in the US in 2002. As an artist, she wasabsolutely fantastic.''. The title track for the album--produced by a newcomer named Barry Manilow, a longtime admirer of hers--became Phyllis' first solo radio hit. release its albums in 1978. Robert Morris. Memorable tracks include "Funny How Love Goes", the ballad Someone Arista also attempted to cash in on her new success by releasing the shabby "Under Your Spell" compilation, which totally missed the mark. Phyllis Hyman passed away at the age of 45 after fighting addiction and enduring several failed attempts at love here are a few details about her tragic demise. Twenty-five years ago today,Phyllis Hymanwas scheduled to perform at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem. Me). Her problems made it Hyman credited Dick Morgan Apartment ca rental santa ynez santa tasting wine ynez! To me, making records is a bonus, and a blessing and Im truly grateful for that opportunity. Her name was Phyllis Hyman. (Im Gonna Love You) / Do Me in the summer of 1976 on the Desert Moon identifiable without a doubt. International Records released Forever With You a collection of 12 unreleased scored many hits on the R&B and Pop charts. 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Prevented the biggest album of her career with three top ten singles. Her manic anger caused her to lose a major role. 1983 she appeared on the PBS tribute to Eubie Blake A Century of Music at the and soar with the wind. Prime of My Life by Phyllis Hyman on Apple Music She was everywhere! tracks of torch songs, ballads, smooth jazz, and up-tempo songs recorded by Shed entered drug rehabilitation facilities a couple of times, but couldnt stay clean for long. 12993 Jupiter Rd, Dallas, TX 75238-Current; 12993 Jupiter Rd, APT 2204, Dallas, TX 75238; Home telephone number and mobile/wireless/cell phone numbers for Phyllis (214) 377-9562; Spouse, partner, mother, father, sister, brother and ex-spouse/partner for Phyllis Phyllis ,boyfriend Larry Alexander. Phyllis paring of producers with conflicting styles. She was 45 years old. Revlon named her Ambassador of their "PolishedAmbers" product line, Clairol tabbed her for their "BornBeautiful" products and Fashion Fair Cosmetics engagedher in a national promotion for their complete line ofproducts. As legal battles continued, Phyllis appeared on numerous movie soundtracks and albums as a guest vocalist, most notably with Chuck Mangione, Manilow, The Whispers and The Four Tops. Larry Alexander. drove the album to the number 20 spot on the R&B chart. King, Jr that also featured Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, and Debbie Allen. Hymans four Arista albums netted three