Too Many Times - Earl Thomas Conley And Anita Pointer - 1986
This was a moment. In 1986 Earl Thomas Conley was one of country musics most successful artists. He was rattling off a long line of big hits and this is one of them. He invited the incredible Anita Pointer of the R&B group The Pointer Sisters to sing on this very powerful duet, which was the title song of his new album. ETC was way ahead of his time in country with his approach and sound, as he was always instituting new ideas and styles. This incredible duet with Pointer turned a lot of heads with her soaring vocals and powerful presence. This was #2 on the country charts and in my view one of the best country duets ever. This song reached people deeply and together they made the rounds for a long time appearing on all the Awards Shows, the talk shows and shows like Solid Gold. They performed this song together on Soul Train, making Conley the first country artist to ever appear on that classic show. There was also a TNN Concert Special honoring this remarkable moment. This was a great example of two distinctively different sounds, styles and worlds marrying together and opening many eyes, ears and minds in and around country music. Anita Pointer is the absolute star of this sensational duet that should live on forever. This was perfection in about every way imaginable for all of us.
Both Anita and Earl have passed away - but this gem will always be here.
Song written by Micheal Smotherman / Tony McShear / Scott Page (Former member of Pink Floyd)
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I put two versions of this in the article, to show the chemistry and affection between these two amazing performers. Worth a few listens - Very heartwarming.
