The Rising Of Mandrell…
Eager and Keen, Mandrell promised herself to be a country singer, a successful country singer. With this, she decided to move to Nashville to pursue her musical career. Her father was then her manager, and with his help, she signed with Columbia Records in 1969. Over the next few years, Mandrell had a few minor hits. Her producer at the time was Billy Sherrill, known for producing other well-known singers in country music such as Tammy Wynette, Charlie Rich, and Tanya Tucker.
Due to her talent, Mandrell actually received offers from 6 different companies. She chose Columbia Records which placed her to stardom. Moreover, her very first hit was “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long”, a remake of Otis Redding classic. In 1970, Mandrell scored the first of many top 40 hits with “Playin’ Around With Love”. In the same year, she began playing with David Houston. Their partnership generated country charts success.
Then her success flourished. She recorded many more top charting songs and collaborated with other great country artists.