This past Sunday I saw 25 Feet from Stardom, a documentary on background singers. It was awesome! I didn't really know what to expect going into it. The film talked about what it was like to be a background singer, the ones who made the songs complete but never stole the spotlight. It started with introducing the famous group starting in the 60's, "The Blossoms." That backing group sang for famous artists such as Frank Sinatra, Elton John, and were the familiar voices in songs like "The Monster Mash." Darlene Love and Lisa Fischer were two female singers that successfully took their background singing profession to a new level. Fischer and Love established solo careers and finally got their spot in the front. They were both very successful and holders of grammy nominations and awards.
The film was informative but more importantly, inspiring. The coolest part about it all was that Lisa Fischer actually came to the True/False Festival and introduced herself to the film's audience. She gave audience members advice and also just shared how she wouldn't stop singing for anything. Even sick with a sore throat she sang a little for the audience. It was a great show.
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