Album Share: My Happiness – Carol Nelson
Our latest share features the dulcet tones and incomparable style of songstress Carol Nelson of Sarasota, Florida.
Using the stage name ‘Crazy Carol’, Ms. Nelson winds her way through a variety of popular songs with a voice that ranges from a gentle croon to a powerful belt. She is backed up in these endeavors by a fine seven piece band that provide the perfect compliment to Ms. Nelson’s unique interpretations. Be sure to have a listen to House of the Rising Sun and I Will Survive.
I have been unable to find much information about Ms. Nelson. I have found references that suggest that she is still performing and hosting karaoke in the Sarasota area, but she does not appear to do anything in the way of self promotion. There are some fantastic photographs of Ms. Nelson in action on what looks to be an abandoned blog, but I am not sure when the photos were taken. Information is also sparse concerning the many sidemen on the album, but it seems that the lead guitarist, Howlin’ Bob Fieberts is active and currently has an album on CDBaby.
The studio where the album was recorded, Strickland Sounds, is no more having been involuntarily dissolved by Florida’s Division of Corporations in 1988.
Although her pitch may falter, Ms. Nelson will win you over with her heart and spirit. Here’s hoping she is still out there entertaining audiences with her personality and charisma. Have fun listening and as always, Enjoy!
Download individual tracks:
1. My Happiness.
4. They’re Stepping All Over My Heart.
6. Anytime.
7. I Will Survive.
9. It Makes No Difference Now.
10. One Day At a Time.
Or download all the mp3s and cover art in one 41 MB zip file.
September 18th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
It sounds as if the source of Carol’s “Happiness” comes from the folks at Seagrams.
Thanks for the album, I think.
October 15th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
You have a great music blog here! I’ve added you to my mp3blog list and cuastom search, check it out.
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February 4th, 2009 at 5:46 am
Hey Pastor, where are the updates?!
Hope everything’s ok.
best wishes,
Marco
May 13th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Beautiful.
Gotta love the stock cover photo.
Photos like these were provided by
the record company/pressing plant
to keep the package price down.
Bland photo landscape covers
are always worth checking out
and are often quite lovely in
a bland sort of way. Thanks!
PS
She reminds me of GayleMyrna
http://www.myspace.com/gaylemyrnamuzak
January 20th, 2010 at 1:54 pm
Hello-I heard “Crazy Carol” approximately 9 years ago in southwest FL and I would like to contact her for a party we will be having in the North Port area this spring. Could you tell me how I could contact her. Thanks you so much for your assistance. Norma
leenorma80@aol.com
May 7th, 2010 at 10:30 am
Thank you for sharing the album.