My mother, Barbara Britton, opened the show with a 2-minute live Revlon commercial. After it was aired, some stores in the deep south removed all their Revlon products.
Just another example of the simple-mindedness of America's racists and bigots....perpetually feeling "threatened" by the excellence and success of anybody that doesn't look like them - especially if they are black. Scholarly studies by psychiatrists have attributed it to a deep down feeling of inferiority and insecurity.
That’s terrible! The bigots in the south had such thin skin when it came to seeing black artists being featured in any form of media. Your mother was also a fine spokeswoman, and I’m sure she was outraged at something so stupid happening after such a marvelous show.
Jeff Sharlet's book "Undertow: Scenes from a slow civil war" brought me here. The first 35 pages is Harry talking about his actions during the civil and economic rights movement also known as the second reconstruction in the United States.
Same here, and I'm so glad I took the time to look this up. It's an amazing thing to see and appreciate, especially in the context of his and Belafonte's work.
That book also brought me here. I was a fan of Mr. Belafonte from a young age. Once I was given his record of the Carnegie Hall concert as payment for a babysitting job. He was a force of nature unlikely to be seen again.
Harry B. was one in a million, one in a billion. He was a phenomenal, multi-talented entertainer and beautiful soul. RIP. Peace, love, and blessings always.
I just read the sad news that Harry Belafonte died today at age 96 I saw him live once in the 80's he put on an excellent and entraining show. Belafonte not only sing and act, Belafonte was an important voice in the ’60s civil rights movement, and he later embarked on charitable activities on behalf of underdeveloped African nations. He was an outspoken opponent of South Africa’s apartheid policies. Rest in Peace Harry Belafonte and thanks for the excellent body of work you left behind to enjoy. March 1, 1927 - April 25, 2023
A wonderful document of a great performer, thank you. I love Belafonte since 1956, when I was 10 years old. Today I am proud that I still have all Belafonte LP's.
This is magnificent!!!!! Probably the best TV program Belafonte ever did. Congratulations Menno. I have it on DVD but it is good to see it on You Tube - universal exposure.
“Sylvie “- written and recorded by Huddie Ledbetter ( Leadbelly who also wrote “Mo Yet “ ) Belafonte refined it and made into an African -American folk classic. Belafonte first recorded it on the album “Belafonte “- 1955 - which was number one on the charts ( LP’s ) for six weeks.He later recorded it in 1959 on the album “Belafonte At Carnegie Hall “. Second song after the magnificent opener “Darlin Cora “ - perfect change of pace - then followed by “John Henry “ -greatest concert album by an individual to this day ( in my opinion) .”Sylvie “ was subsequently taken out the repertoire.To this day my favourite Belafonte song - always will be.
“Suzanne “ also recorded on the album “Belafonte “ ( 1955 ) and sung by Belafonte in the movie “Bright Road “ ( 1954 ) with the late Dorothy Dandridge . Also a classic.Quite a walk through memory lane for me. Priceless!!!!!!
Great scenes with the kids... 1959! Wonder where they all are now... Also wonder whether all that idealized interracial joyfulness was accepted on television in the segregated South in '59. Anyone have a reference for a book or article with a serious discussion of this program and any others like it? Rest in peace, Harry Belafonte.
Not just a fabulous Singer and performer, he was very influential in Dr. King's epic March on Washington. Belafonte helped raise funds for many of Dr. King's works, and helped convince many of the actors and singers who joined the March. He and Poitier came up into theater about the same time, and were often up for the same parts. They discussed this at length, and decided that Belafonte would devote much of his time and talent towards Civil Rights work, and Poitier would press ahead in acting. They both have been profound influences in both endeavours ❣️
Coulour tv did not exist in 1959, we didn't even have a tv at that time, I was 6 years old, besides it also was that time of black and white in more than one way.
@@barbroericson6415 I'm well aware that colour TV didn't exist back then- I was there- I was merely making an observation that its a pity the show wasn't in colour
“Bald Headed Woman “ - from the album “Swing Dat Hammer “ Album won a a Grammy for best folk album . Belafonte should have easily won the Grammy that year for “Belafonte At Carnegie Hall “ . Didn’t .I say it was racial .Blatant discrimination. Yet a few years later Judy Garland won for her album at Carnegie Hall . No comparison. Belafonte was far superior.
It's a work song about the hard toil of the prisoners on the chain gang from early morning as the sun comes up until the sun goes down. The chain gang work themselves to near death under the burning sun, and in the rain lamenting their fate.
I found it- so hard to watch all the credits? Drawings by Charles White. I knew I knew the artist. Learned of him in my African American Art classes- a great Harlem Renaissance / Chicago Black Renaissance artist. This is a nod to Bellafonte's political leanings also.
My mother, Barbara Britton, opened the show with a 2-minute live Revlon commercial. After it was aired, some stores in the deep south removed all their Revlon products.
Just another example of the simple-mindedness of America's racists and bigots....perpetually feeling "threatened" by the excellence and success of anybody that doesn't look like them - especially if they are black. Scholarly studies by psychiatrists have attributed it to a deep down feeling of inferiority and insecurity.
She was so very lovely and gracious❣️
Indeed, she was. @@cathygould
The South was backwards.
That’s terrible! The bigots in the south had such thin skin when it came to seeing black artists being featured in any form of media.
Your mother was also a fine spokeswoman, and I’m sure she was outraged at something so stupid happening after such a marvelous show.
I remember watching this on the TV when I was 16 years old. Everyone was raving about the show the next day. It was magical.
Very nice comment, I am glad that you still have a lot of Harry belafonte LPs😂
Jeff Sharlet's book "Undertow: Scenes from a slow civil war" brought me here. The first 35 pages is Harry talking about his actions during the civil and economic rights movement also known as the second reconstruction in the United States.
Same here, and I'm so glad I took the time to look this up. It's an amazing thing to see and appreciate, especially in the context of his and Belafonte's work.
Me too!
@@brianjensen2643 Do you write a book about urban forestry?
I'm reading it right now, that's why I'm here. So glad it's here the video is here to view and really appreciate.
That book also brought me here. I was a fan of Mr. Belafonte from a young age. Once I was given his record of the Carnegie Hall concert as payment for a babysitting job. He was a force of nature unlikely to be seen again.
Harry B. was one in a million, one in a billion. He was a phenomenal, multi-talented entertainer and beautiful soul. RIP. Peace, love, and blessings always.
I just read the sad news that Harry Belafonte died today at age 96 I saw him live once in the 80's he put on an excellent and entraining show. Belafonte not only sing and act, Belafonte was an important voice in the ’60s civil rights movement, and he later embarked on charitable activities on behalf of underdeveloped African nations. He was an outspoken opponent of South Africa’s apartheid policies. Rest in Peace Harry Belafonte and thanks for the excellent body of work you left behind to enjoy. March 1, 1927 - April 25, 2023
This show was very advanced for 1959. The representation of Black art was phenomenal. Odetta's Afro was also groundbreaking.
Even the settings, the stage direction, every aspect of this show is unbelievably beautiful and moving! What a masterpiece!
The setting stage direction and all influenced TV productions for decades. He was a true artist.
We are so incredibly fortunate to have access to this program.
It's a pleasure to see Odetta in this special with Harry. I actually met her in Toronto a year before she died. And now Harry is gone too. RIP.
The one year anniversary of Harry Belafonte’s tragic passing at 96.
I’ll never forget this man and his great talent.
A wonderful document of a great performer, thank you. I love Belafonte since 1956, when I was 10 years old. Today I am proud that I still have all Belafonte LP's.
@@veroniquewalbourgh6880 She is not old. She is only 75 or 76 years old.
Has many years yet.
I envy you. I only have a few.
Yo también tengo sus discos de 45 rpm y algún LP . No conocí este video, es excelente.
RIP Mr. Belafonte. Thx for the memories. You'll be missed.
Holy shit what an American gem
what a delightful piece of history.
The ads were brilliant. It's so long since I've seen anything like them. Brilliant singing as well.
Keep on having fun where you are Harry🎉❤
Never thought I'd ever see people dancing to Sonny Terry and Brienie McGee. Thanks for sharing.
“Fare Ye Well “ - also recorded in 1955 by Belafonte on the album “ Belafonte “.
What a treat Menno in this dreary year of the pandemic- 2020.
This is magnificent!!!!!
Probably the best TV program Belafonte ever did.
Congratulations Menno.
I have it on DVD but it is good to see it on You Tube - universal exposure.
There's a DVD copy?? Can't find anything on Amazon...
In fact getting exposure to black people in their homes around the country is why Harry did the program.
“Sylvie “- written and recorded by Huddie Ledbetter ( Leadbelly who also wrote “Mo Yet “ )
Belafonte refined it and made into an African -American folk classic.
Belafonte first recorded it on the album “Belafonte “- 1955 - which was number one on the charts ( LP’s ) for six weeks.He later recorded it in 1959 on the album “Belafonte At Carnegie Hall “. Second song after the magnificent opener “Darlin Cora “ - perfect change of pace - then followed by “John Henry “ -greatest concert album by an individual to this day ( in my opinion) .”Sylvie “ was subsequently taken out the repertoire.To this day my favourite Belafonte song - always will be.
Also i.ve been deeply touched by every acapella i listened performed within his singers.😀😁😘
WONDERFUL, HARRY AND ODETTA SHOW COMPLET.
Calypso is one hell of an album. Harry belafonte...amazing singer, but also a pretty damn good actor.
The best singer.
“Suzanne “ also recorded on the album “Belafonte “ ( 1955 ) and sung by Belafonte in the movie “Bright Road “ ( 1954 ) with the late Dorothy Dandridge . Also a classic.Quite a walk through memory lane for me.
Priceless!!!!!!
Thanks for posting a video from a young HB, Makes me feel so much younger❤️🍀🌹
This is just wonderful! I'm so glad I read about it and that it is still available here.
EXCELLENT !!! I love BELAFONTE and this is the best vid I've ever seen !!! WOW !!! Thank You so much, Menno Dreishchor !!! :>)
Danke, my LORD, für diesen wunderbaren Mann, großartig, welch ein begnadeter Künstler 🌹❤🌹big love Harry Belafonte
The hole in the bucket song, it’s such a silly story song. But it becomes funny when he performed it.
How lovely it is to feel so free and comfortable to make a fool of one’s self ! That’s the mettle of this man😅❤
Great scenes with the kids... 1959! Wonder where they all are now... Also wonder whether all that idealized interracial joyfulness was accepted on television in the segregated South in '59. Anyone have a reference for a book or article with a serious discussion of this program and any others like it? Rest in peace, Harry Belafonte.
Chapter one of Jeff Sharlett's book The Undertow does a deep dive.
I'm surprised that CBS broadcast this instead of NBC. They were owned by RCA to whom Belafonte recorded for.
Not just a fabulous Singer and performer, he was very influential in Dr. King's epic March on Washington. Belafonte helped raise funds for many of Dr. King's works, and helped convince many of the actors and singers who joined the March. He and Poitier came up into theater about the same time, and were often up for the same parts. They discussed this at length, and decided that Belafonte would devote much of his time and talent towards Civil Rights work, and Poitier would press ahead in acting.
They both have been profound influences in both endeavours ❣️
55:40 - what a beautiful ad. Such a gorgeous lady! Where are these kind of women now?!
I dont know how you find these but dont stop please fabulous
An amazing performance. The production values are exceptional for the period. Such a pity it wasn't filmed in colour.
Coulour tv did not exist in 1959, we didn't even have a tv at that time, I was 6 years old, besides it also was that time of black and white in more than one way.
REVLON PLEASE GO AWAY, JUST AWFUL
@@barbroericson6415 I'm well aware that colour TV didn't exist back then- I was there- I was merely making an observation that its a pity the show wasn't in colour
“Bald Headed Woman “ - from the album “Swing Dat Hammer “
Album won a a Grammy for best folk album .
Belafonte should have easily won the Grammy that year for “Belafonte At Carnegie Hall “ .
Didn’t .I say it was racial .Blatant discrimination.
Yet a few years later Judy Garland won for her album at Carnegie Hall .
No comparison.
Belafonte was far superior.
Impressive opening (and I don’t mean the revlon lady).
Lovely. Great memories.
R.i.P. 😪
I highly admired the lady from advertizing & her bright way of "selling" cosmetics in postwar years.😀😁😉
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There is no commercial DVD.
My apologies.
Had a copy made especially for me a few years ago.
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RIP King 🙏🏽
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Can someone please explain what the song, look over yonder means I shed tears when I was listening to the song.
It's a work song about the hard toil of the prisoners on the chain gang from early morning as the sun comes up until the sun goes down. The chain gang work themselves to near death under the burning sun, and in the rain lamenting their fate.
@@harrybelafontetvvideoarchive Thanks for some reason I had tears when I was singing this song
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RIP Mr. Harry Belafonte
His music was from the source.
wow, first that sickening Revlon commercial, elitisism, consumerism. Then suddenly, the majority working people with Mr. Belafonte.
There were no other commercial breaks in the program Harry insisted.
Is that Opie (Ron Howard) at 18:00 ?
I want to know the artist did the drawings- Anybody know?
I found it- so hard to watch all the credits? Drawings by Charles White. I knew I knew the artist. Learned of him in my African American Art classes- a great Harlem Renaissance / Chicago Black Renaissance artist.
This is a nod to Bellafonte's political leanings also.
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