It is with great pride, my tribute to Jim Reeves
Endorsed By JIM'S Personal Secretary (1958-64)
My Friend
Joyce Jackson
Nashville 1984 http://www.joycegrayjackson.com/
New Long awaited Book Is on Sale now.
Joyce ****************************************************************************************************
Larry Jordan's long-anticipated new book on singer Jim Reeves is nearing
completion. Since 1998, Larry has exhaustively researched Jim's life, done
hundreds of taped interviews with people who knew Jim and/or Mary Reeves,
subsumed thousands of pages of personal documents (including the Reeveses'
diaries, letters and contracts), plus unearthed the rarest of rare
recordings. He has culled the best photos from scores of never-before-seen
images. The result is a massive,
672-page
book that is encyclopedic in scope, but written in a brisk, compelling and
fascinating narrative style. It is a very intimate portrait of one of the
world's most popular — and enduring singers. The book will contain scores of
surprising — even explosive — revelations. Even Reeves buffs who
think they are "experts" about the singer will glean much new information
about the real Jim Reeves!
Be among
the first to acquire a copy of this hot new book,
which will make headlines around the world for its important (and sometimes
shocking) disclosures about Jim and some of his well-known colleagues in the
entertainment field. Just sign up to be notified when the book is ready for
release...and Larry will personally autograph your copy upon request...
There will only ever be one Jim Reeves, although many singers have tried to emulate this unique voice.
There are no carbon copies, no look-alike and no replacement.
Jim Reeves was certainly the most important performer in Country music history . In no small way, he played an important role in the world acceptance of Country music. He opened the door for many of today's leading entertainers.
Today, forty five years after his untimely death, his records are still sold internationally all over the world.
I think that says it all. In Jim's own words; "We thank thee"
Tony Wall Sings Jim Reeves
Sample Tracks (Click On Title)
I Won't Come In While He's There
It Hurts So Much (To See You Go)
New Tribute Cd Release June 09
To celebrate the 50 the anniversary of the recording of "He'll Have To Go" October 15th 1959
15 Tracks
I've Enjoyed As Much Of This As I Can Stand
Decades go by, and those of us who had the opportunity to meet and see the legendary Gentleman Jim Reeves perform live are becoming fewer as time continues to march by.
Since I first met Tony Wall, I am finding those decades moving much too fast. We share many great memories from his trips to California and our many visits to Nashville, Tennessee and Jim’s hometown of Carthage, Texas. The people we met along the way who knew and loved Jim Reeves will stay with us the rest of our lives.
I have evolved with Tony Wall the singer from sitting in his living room in England while he sang and accompanied himself on guitar, to being in Leo Jackson’s home in Tennessee while he played Jim Reeves’ Martin guitar.
The evolution of Tony’s singing career is truly remarkable. Somehow he has fine-tuned his voice like a vintage wine. It continues to improve with age. For someone who has listened to the music of many great baritones and spent his life dedicated to the appreciation of one of the greatest ballad singers of all time, Jim Reeves, I am not an easy convert to adding a new singer to my favourites list.
Tony’s latest offering “He’ll Have to Go – A 50 year Celebration” has won me over. His diversity from the title song to “Fool’s Paradise” and “Anna Marie” are true enjoyment and showcase his beautiful baritone. When I first heard “Read This Letter”, I was moved beyond words to describe my feelings.
Tony, you’re on my favourites list. In the years to come, spend them well sharing your gift of delivering a song.
Sincerely,
James Newberry
San Francisco, California
USA April 2009
In 1984 I made the first of many trips to Nashville. With David Bussey, former UK fan club president, and with the help of Joyce Jackson, Jim's personal secretary, I had the opportunity of meeting and of spending time with some wonderful well known people, and, I might add, not one of them with an inflated ego. They were just down-to-earth and fun to be around. Over the years, Jim's music has opened the door to many new friends from all over the world. In the gallery below I share some of these magic times.
My You Tube Video's
Jim Reeves Links