Linda Ronstadt commented that when she first arrived in Los Angeles in the mid 60s to begin her singing career, Judy Henske stated firmly to her, "Honey, in this town there are 4 sexes: men, women, homosexuals and girl singers!" Haha!
an old acquaintance first played me the high flying bird album sometime in the 90's and it absolutely blew me away. i wrote judy an e-mail about it, and she responded directly with appreciation and more than a little sass. she asked me to send her a poem. i can't remember whether or not i did, but it was a memorable exchange.
I actually found out about Judy Henske after buying one of the Judy Garland show dvd's where she was a guest performer. and now I have about 3 cd's of hers. although it's hard to find others.
I have been a fan of Judy Henske since 1963. I was always disappointed that she never became generally famous. She has a territic voice and a great sense of humor. Her voice has not changed much over the years. I would bet in a blind test if you play a cut from her 1960's albums and compare with a cut from her 1999 "Loose in the World" CD most people would think these recordings were of similar age and not 35 years plus apart
I saw Judy at the itter End in New York many years ago. She mentioned Dave Guard and the Whiskeyhill singers in a song intro - when I applauded she looked at me and said - "That's a tribute to your bad taste"
Several years ago, Vachss did a book reading in Boston and answered questions. One of the questions was "Which real-life singer is the Judy Henske character based on?"
Linda Ronstadt commented that when she first arrived in Los Angeles in the mid 60s to begin her singing career, Judy Henske stated firmly to her, "Honey, in this town there are 4 sexes: men, women, homosexuals and girl singers!" Haha!
Drillin4Oil 1 month ago
an old acquaintance first played me the high flying bird album sometime in the 90's and it absolutely blew me away. i wrote judy an e-mail about it, and she responded directly with appreciation and more than a little sass. she asked me to send her a poem. i can't remember whether or not i did, but it was a memorable exchange.
nypoet22 10 months ago
I actually found out about Judy Henske after buying one of the Judy Garland show dvd's where she was a guest performer. and now I have about 3 cd's of hers. although it's hard to find others.
ryanpoole 1 year ago
I have been a fan of Judy Henske since 1963. I was always disappointed that she never became generally famous. She has a territic voice and a great sense of humor. Her voice has not changed much over the years. I would bet in a blind test if you play a cut from her 1960's albums and compare with a cut from her 1999 "Loose in the World" CD most people would think these recordings were of similar age and not 35 years plus apart
tkutsaar 2 years ago 4
Her version of "Some of These Days" ends with maybe the best last phrase ever recorded! When she cuts the time in half and just lets 'er rip -- wow.
aunatrl 2 years ago 2
A chacun son goût, but I think she has a great torch voice. Her rendition of 'Until the Real Thing Comes Along' is THE definitive torch song.
ianjcameron 2 years ago 3
Little known fact:
The character of "Annie Hall" is directly modeled after Judy Henske's mannerisms.
AdamHeilbrun 2 years ago
@AdamHeilbrun Apparently Henske and Woody Allen were good friends, and hung out together in that early 60s Greenwich village scene.
Yehudittx 1 year ago
Damn!! What a voice.
Now I know what Andrew Vachss has been talking about!
RolandDeschain1 2 years ago 3
I so hope that somebody has some early, live performances. Hooka tooka would be GREAT!!!
dtlusk 2 years ago
I saw Judy at the itter End in New York many years ago. She mentioned Dave Guard and the Whiskeyhill singers in a song intro - when I applauded she looked at me and said - "That's a tribute to your bad taste"
MisterRightWing 2 years ago
Somebody add a video of Judy singing anything!!!
boobcube 2 years ago
Thank you so much. I just adore Judy Henske especially when she sings Wade in the Water
Tenderness6 2 years ago
NOBODY is better than Judy!!! I am still in love with her.
ofatmarine 3 years ago
Several years ago, Vachss did a book reading in Boston and answered questions. One of the questions was "Which real-life singer is the Judy Henske character based on?"
He did NOT look amused...
davita1111 3 years ago
No way!! I would have hidden under a rock and never come out!! lol
Z.
MoodyZoe 2 years ago
a favorite of burke, check out the series of novels by andrew vachss...
paulyboyproductions 3 years ago
Someone add "God Bless the Child." PLEASE!!!!
rvcrvc2 3 years ago
Someone add "Dark Angel" plz.
LCFlowercandy 3 years ago
I agree with biturbat.
mijitman101 3 years ago
Someone add a video of Judy singing High Flying Bird
biturbat 3 years ago 5