Baillie and the Boys- A Walk thru the 80's

[kbf1978]

When their debut album was released on RCA in 1987, give or take a year or so, Country radio wasn't sure what to do with them. It was a time of getting back to tradional sounds with the emergence of Randy Travis, Dwight Youkum and Hiway 101. I've always thought that kept them back a bit. You know, too pop sounding. Well, I was there. As one of the nations top country DJs and Music Directors, we played the shit out of Bailee and the Boys and Randy, Dwight, 101. Great talents, great times!

[kbf1978]

When their debut album was released on RCA in 1987, give or take a year or so, Country radio wasn't sure what to do with them. It was a time of getting back to tradional sounds with the emergence of Randy Travis, Dwight Youkum and Hiway 101. I've always thought that kept them back a bit. You know, too pop sounding. Well, I was there. As one of the nations top country DJs and Music Directors, we played the shit out of Bailee and the Boys and Randy, Dwight, 101. Great talents, great times!

[kbf1978]

When their debut album was released on RCA in 1987, give or take a year or so, Country radio wasn't sure what to do with them. It was a time of getting back to tradional sounds with the emergence of Randy Travis, Dwight Youkum and Hiway 101. I've always thought that kept them back a bit. You know, too pop sounding. Well, I was there. As one of the nations top country DJs and Music Directors, we played the shit out of Bailee and the Boys and Randy, Dwight, 101. Great talents, great times!

[kbf1978]

When their debut album was released on RCA in 1987, give or take a year or so, Country radio wasn't sure what to do with them. It was a time of getting back to tradional sounds with the emergence of Randy Travis, Dwight Youkum and Hiway 101. I've always thought that kept them back a bit. You know, too pop sounding. Well, I was there. As one of the nations top country DJs and Music Directors, we played the shit out of Bailee and the Boys and Randy, Dwight, 101. Great talents, great times!

[kbf1978]

When their debut album was released on RCA in 1987, give or take a year or so, Country radio wasn't sure what to do with them. It was a time of getting back to tradional sounds with the emergence of Randy Travis, Dwight Youkum and Hiway 101. I've always thought that kept them back a bit. You know, too pop sounding. Well, I was there. As one of the nations top country DJs and Music Directors, we played the shit out of Bailee and the Boys and Randy, Dwight, 101. Great talents, great times!

[JAFZX1207]

I have forgotten all about them. Great music and I still have old cassette tapes of their albums. 80s country was awesome!

[joepilot48]

What is it about "modern" country music... that just can't endure real quality. Kathie and crew are just about perfection in harmonies, instrumentation, arrangements, and production. What a class act! Wish they could do some more good stuff.

[OZARKCOTTONTOP]

Sorry but to cal them short lived is not a correct statement ....

[Mattea68]

@OZARKCOTTONTOP I dont know i think they were fairly short lived because you dont hear them on radio anymore and havent heard em since teh late 90s. Anyway they were great when they were out

[DavePete0149]

Kathy and Michael heard this one at Lake Compounce in Bristol, Ct many years ago Heading up to Middletown in a week See you tomorrow night

[ratznsnakes]

what a great group/ I was fortunate to work with them at the the Missouri state fair in 1988. They did a cover of John David Southers "Faithless Love" that was incerdible. Kathie, Mike , Alan, and Vince....hope you are all well and still making music. Those were 3 great days!!! One of the "First and Main" guys.

[ladydi4566]

omg haven't heard them inlike forever...love it

[Rjaybear]

Beautifully done. BUT ... my favorite song in country was done by them....with the most beautifully sad lyrics: TREAT ME LIKE A STRANGER For anyone who has been there.... WOW! I'd give anything to get a karaoke version of it, as I'm a singing geek here, and it's a great song. The lyrics really hit you.

[Kawatwos]

My favorite group of all time. The most underated group ever. So sad to see them get beat out by the Judds every awards show. LOL. Thanks for posting. Nice to know there are other Bailles out there.

[CatEyesJackie]

Am looking for the song Perfect by Baillie and the Boys... anyone know where to find it

[ianhated]

Anyone looking for this or any cd,movie,video game call 716-804-6478.Leave a message.

[faronfan]

More great talent from New Jersey!

[MyRickyz]

Baillie and the Boys were backing vocals in several Dan Seals records. i heard that beautiful song when i lived in Annandale Va. U.S.A. Thanks a lot for the memories.

[BabyTuppy]

Hey Michael and Kathy!!! I was looking up Alyssa to see how she was doing and and ended up here. Hope all is well with you. Rand G. (now back in Chicago).

[12342321]

I remember listening to these songs going hunting with my step dad on sunday mornings...sweet memories, I miss ya Martie !!!!!

[jd450lh]

Now I remember this group and just like little44 says; I remember listening to these guys & gals while trucking down the NYS Thruway many years ago. Thanks for posting and God Bless, 5*****s!

Jeff

[backwoodsbarbiebitch]

this song reminds my of my childhood hanging out with the greatest person my aunt... thanks for putting up the video i forgot all about this sing and group

[littlee44]

This song reminds me of truckin through the smokey mountains,i think thats where i first heard it long ago.

[hhhandsmhfan]

i love this group. i remember being in jr high and dancing around thinking i could someday be her . michael is adorable! she is so lucky!

[cybervisionstar]

She has a fantastic voice, where the hell is she? Being controld by her husband no doubt. Never let a man come between what your dreams are, thaey can't tAKe it

[Joe19904]

I loved their music. I agree they were gone way too soon.

[prosim85]

I remember this band. Just really good music. they broke up way too soon.

[jackwhiskey]

Broke up? Not likely.

And Larry: she IS gorgeous!! Not many videos of these folks on YouTube but their new CD's are much better than most of what you will hear on country radio these days. Do yourself a listening pleasure and check out either "VIscaya" or "The Road That Led Me To You". 'The Road. . . .is an acoustic album of mostly new stuff. It is EXCELLENT!!

[marty6161]

lovely voice.  i have forgotten how much i loved the 80s country music. suzy bogguss, mary chapin-carpenter, many others. they don't make 'em like they used to.

[chinton90]

kathy looks like a white hillary from the fresh prince

[tuneaddicted]

the BOYS aren't too shabby either :o)

[larrydh2]

God, she was gorgeous.

[TheUltimateGamer07]

They're still around! Plus Kathie released a solo cd last year - check out her myspace page. Kathie is still married to the "guitar player" - Michael Bonagura - check out his page, too. While you're at it, check out their daughter's videos on Youtube - Alyssa Bonagura.

[expostfactum]

Great group...They wanted to be a normal family, so they made their money and said "adios" to the music business. Bailey was married to the guitar player.

[wildfire19861987]

Good one. i've got the can't turn the tide album on cassette.

guess which song is on this album also? Martina Mcbride's safe in the arms of love. baillie and the boys sang it before she did

[gfiman]

I talk to Kathie on Facebook.

[reccemech]

Baillie your the tops I first heard you in 1990 on a visit to the USA (Texas)you and the boys are a one off unique thank you for your

country style.H.B.U.K

[txlucylu]

Very Beautiful voice that Baillie - wish the group was still on the air.

[carpentersfan1]

I totally agree agree with you. Country isnt the same anymore. Need to hear more of this kind of music on country radio!!

[carpentersfan1]

love this song and have been looking for this for a long time!!! Too bad this band is not together anymore. Loved the album, "Turn The Tide" also. Have it on tape somewhere would love to have it on CD though it was the best album they made!!! Thanks for posting and for posting a rare find. Thanks a bunch.

[azhuntinfool]

Kick ass tune thanks for posting !!!!!