Edie Brickell facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edie Brickell
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Brickell performing in 2011
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| Birth name | Edie Arlisa Brickell |
| Born | March 10, 1966 Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, folk rock, jam rock, jangle pop, neo-psychedelia, bluegrass |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, guitarist |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1985–present |
| Labels | Geffen |
Edie Arlisa Brickell (born March 10, 1966) is an American singer and songwriter. She is well-known for her music, especially the 1988 album Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars. This album was the first from her band, Edie Brickell & New Bohemians, and it became very popular. Edie Brickell is married to the famous singer-songwriter Paul Simon.
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Early Life and Education
Edie Brickell grew up in Dallas, Texas, in a neighborhood called Oak Cliff. Her parents are Larry Jean Linden and Paul Edward Brickell. She has an older sister named Laura Strain. Edie went to Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas. After high school, she studied at Southern Methodist University. However, she decided to leave college to focus on her passion for songwriting and music.
Music Journey
Edie Brickell has had an exciting career in music, working with different bands and as a solo artist.
Edie Brickell & New Bohemians
In 1985, Edie was invited to sing with a local folk rock band called New Bohemians. She quickly became their lead singer. When the band signed a record deal, their name was changed to Edie Brickell & New Bohemians.
Their first album, Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars, came out in 1988. It was a big hit and included their popular song "What I Am". The band's next album, Ghost of a Dog, was released in 1990. They wanted this album to show more of their unique style, moving away from the pop sound of their first record. Edie was known for being able to make up lyrics on the spot during performances.
After Ghost of a Dog, the band played shows now and then. They released another album, Stranger Things, in 2006. In 2018, they announced their album Rocket and went on a tour in the United States. Their fifth studio album, Hunter and the Dog Star, was released in 2021.
Solo Music and Film Work
Edie Brickell also had a role as a folk singer in the 1989 movie Born on the Fourth of July. Her version of Bob Dylan's song "A Hard Rain's a-Gonna Fall" was featured in the movie. She also sang a cover of Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side" for the 1990 film Flashback.
As a solo artist, Edie released albums like Picture Perfect Morning in 1994 and Volcano in 2003. The music video for her song "Good Times" was even included on a special CD-ROM for Microsoft's Windows 95.
The Gaddabouts
In 2010, Edie Brickell helped start a new band called The Gaddabouts. The band included famous musicians like Steve Gadd on drums and Pino Palladino on bass. Edie was the lead singer and played guitar. In 2011, she wrote the main song, "The Meaning of Life," for the movie Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life.
Collaborations with Steve Martin
Edie Brickell worked with actor and musician Steve Martin on the album Love Has Come for You, which came out in 2013. They appeared on TV shows to promote their music. Starting in May 2013, Edie toured with Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers across North America.
In 2016, a musical called Bright Star opened on Broadway. Edie helped create the music, lyrics, and story for this show.
In 2017, Edie and Steve Martin were in a documentary film called The American Epic Sessions. They recorded a traditional English folk song called "The Coo Coo Bird" using an old recording system from the 1920s. This song was included on the movie's soundtrack.
Heavy MakeUp
In 2023, Edie Brickell became the lead singer of a new band called Heavy MakeUp. The band also features brass player CJ Camerieri and trumpeter Trever Hagen. Their music mixes vocals, synthesizers, brass instruments, and drum machines. Their first album, Heavy MakeUp, was released in 2023, and their second album, Here It Comes, came out in 2024.
Personal Life
Edie Brickell married singer-songwriter Paul Simon on May 30, 1992. It was her first marriage. They first met when Edie was performing her song "What I Am" on the TV show Saturday Night Live in 1988. She saw Paul Simon in front of the camera and said he made her forget the song! Edie and Paul have three children named Adrian, Lulu, and Gabriel.
Music Albums
Edie Brickell & New Bohemians
- It's Like This... (1986)
- Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars (1988)
- Ghost of a Dog (1990)
- Stranger Things (2006)
- Rocket (2018)
- Hunter and the Dog Star (2021)
Solo Albums
- Picture Perfect Morning (1994)
- Volcano (2003)
- Edie Brickell (2011)
Other Albums
- The Heavy Circles (2008) – with The Heavy Circles
- The Gaddabouts (2011) – with The Gaddabouts
- Look Out Now! (2012) – with The Gaddabouts
- Love Has Come for You (2013) – with Steve Martin
- LIVE: Steve Martin and Steep Canyon Rangers featuring Edie Brickell (2014)
- So Familiar (2015) – with Steve Martin
- Heavy MakeUp (2023) – with Heavy MakeUp
- Here It Comes (2024) – with Heavy MakeUp
Popular Songs
- "What I Am" (Edie Brickell & New Bohemians) (1988)
- "Circle" (Edie Brickell & New Bohemians)
- "Good Times" (Edie Brickell)
- "Pretty Little One" (Steve Martin and Steep Canyon Rangers featuring Edie Brickell)
- "Like to Get to Know You" (duet with Paul Simon) (2014)
See also
In Spanish: Edie Brickell para niños
