The 1950s-60s offered an oddly diverse era for popular music, not least in the best-selling UK pop singles market .. for instance, in 1964 Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison outsold The Beatles, with Mr Reeves having first and second most popular hit records. In '65 Ken Dodd and The Seekers took the top slots with The Beatles and Elvis following, and in '66 Jim Reeves was back as the Best Seller with Frank Sinatra second, then The Beatles, The Four Tops and Nancy Sinatra giving them a run for the 45 RPM money. Clearly, we underestimate the fairly wide variety of popular music styles in the mid-1960's. Actual history can be as puzzling as unpicking guitar picking and smoooooth vocal harmonies. Thanks for all the hard work, and for sharing it. ;o)
Thank you, Fil! I’m a Norwegian and Jim and Elvis Presley are my favourite singers. That’s Dean Manuel on the piano. He went down with Jim in the plane crash. Yes, Jim was a perfectionist. And he had a very relaxed personality. He brought this calmness into his singing. There’s no doubt in my mind that he would’ve had several more years of hits had he lived. In fact he was very popular for several years following his death.
Guitar_man-My dad came from Norway and he loved classical music, but also smooth country like Jim Reeves. I wonder why Norwegians like country music so much!
I’m THRILLED you featured Jim Reeves!! I fondly remember my father singing to me along with Jim Reeves gospel albums. His voice brings back precious precious memories. He died way too soon. Thank you for your willingness to seek out and evaluate all talents in the music world!
This is a classic in Norwegian music history, Fil! This was from the concert held in Njårdhallen, Oslo in Norway on 15 April 1964. Jim Reeves is one of the most popular singers in Norway, because of this concert.
Fil, thank you for doing a segment on wonderful Jim Reeves. I was only 6 when he died, but he was played a lot on “real” Country radio stations. Sadly, I don’t think he’s played too much on what passes for Country nowadays. I learned two things today- I didn’t know Jim could play guitar and I didn’t realize he was the pilot of the plane.
Jim Reeves had a distinctive voice you knew it was Reeves when you heard his songs on the radio or jukebox. Yes. sadly, Reeves died young yet left behind great songs and performances to enjoy. I love his version of "He'll Have to Go"
This is the kind of performer and song that elevates people and makes us want to be better, more thoughtful and caring people. Great analysis, thank you!
My mother's favorite singer. She listened to him all day long, literally! As a little kid it was Gentleman Jim on the record player! Ole' Chet really knew what he was doing production-wise with that distinctive Nashville sound. He made great use of a Floyd Cramer piano arpeggio style in the background and throwing in those sweet strings at just the right moment. A great voice silenced far too soon.
Oh My, Fil!! I saw this and dropped everything I needed to be doing. Gentleman Jim is one of my top ten singers of all time. I don't know what I enjoyed more - your reaction and analysis or listening to Jim. The only thing I wish you would have done is made the video an hour long. And that smile of pure enjoyment or appreciation! I watch your analyses of everyone now, because you can explain and always make me understand why I do or do not like a singer's voice. This was such a blast and I thank you so much for this one! I wish I knew how you know these wonderful voices from so long ago. I know them because I grew up with them.
Jim Reeves was THE VELVET VOICE. The combination of perfectly harmonized vocal chords and bone structure produced a sound no one could ignore. Even when he spoke, people listened. In my teens when my voice was changing, I tried so hard to emulate his range and tones and it worked. Then I focused on Barry's falsetto, later Vince's high head voice, but only on occasion could I reach that. Developed a very wide range, but could never really apply their power in the margins. At 64, the highs are gone, but I can still "... tell your friend there with you he'll have to go."
My dad loved him. Fil, you’re an old soul in a young man’s body. I think it sounds just like the record. I can imagine my parents dancing to this. Lovely pick Fil. Warms my ❤❤
thanks again Fil fell In love with this voice as a small kid and he is still my fav male singer and the piano player was the man who died in the plane crash with Jim. his lead guitar player, Leo Jackson also went on to play for another man from another country who sounded a lot like Jim
Love Jim Reeve’s. I remember when they put Jim’s and Patsy’s voice together back in the late 70s or early 80s. The DJ stated that they had never met, but they absolutely sounded wonderful together. I think the song was Have You Ever Been Lonely….but there was another one, which escapes me atm. I miss the old AM radio stations so much. Nowadays DJs think that all music started in the 80s.
The other song was “I fall to pieces” and you would think they were singing together in a studio. I had it on cassette and played it over and over. I have several CDs of Jim and Patsy separately but you have inspired me to seek out the CD of them together.Two fabulous voices silenced too soon. A great memory. Thankyou
I produced two new duets featuring Jim and Patsy -- one is called "That's My Desire" and the other is a remake of "Have You Ever Been Lonely." We used pro musicians and new audio technology to have their voices harmonize together. You can find both songs online, "Jim Reeves & Patsy Cline: Two New Duets (Re-Recorded)"
Current country music is NOT country music. I have gone back to rediscover artists like Jim Reeves. Ray Price is another fine singer of this era. In a related vein, pop singer Ed Ames died a few weeks ago. He had such a warm and moving voice. Check out Ed's version of Try To Remember...goosebumps! Thanks Fil for your all inclusive love of music and sharing your talent with us.😊
I have to agree with you that the country music from today is not considered to be really country. It needs a steal guitar or a dobro in it. Today's country performer is more a Pop , bubble gum. Country.❤
I was a Nashville recording artist in 1992 when I recorded and released a duet with Johnny Paycheck. I sang for Don Tucker, Tanya Tuckers brother and he said he hadn't heard a voice like mine since Jim Reeves. I take that as a great compliment as my voice is deep and smooth. Problem is, that's not the style they were looking for at that time in Nashville. Although it was said that maybe it was time for another smooth singer 😊👍
There's something cosy and warm about his voice and music. I recall as a Young child being mesmerised by him. I also recall crying my eyes out, listening to his song old tigh, about his dog. Bet I could cry now if I heard it. Pity he died so Young. RIP.
I grew up with many of the singers that you analyze. Not only do you give me the great pleasure of the memories, you also share your knowledge and appreciation. Each of your videos teaches me something that I would have never been able to put a name to. Thank you! It brightens my day to see, and hear, your joy in the music and the genuine talent.
Love that you are analyzing these great talents from the past. Jim Reeves was an American country & popular music singer-songwriter from the 50's-80's. He was known as "Gentleman Jim". He had many great hits such as "Mexican Joe", "Bimbo", "He'll Have To Go", "Adios Amigo", "Welcome To My World", "Am I Losing You?", "I Won't Forget You", "Make The World Go Away", "Missing You", "I Can't Stop Loving You" etc. He was only 40 years old when he died in a plane crash. But he left a great legacy of music behind.
The best advertisement for Wings of Pegasus would be a screen shot of Fil with his AC/DC t-shirt, his hair as he's looking at Jim Reeves and the audience. Bravo. I don't know but it might have been Pig Robbins on the piano. Fil should do a video on the A-Team in Nashville.
Perfect case of 'less is more', so laid back and relaxing. Also these performers of past generations were so well groomed and well dressed, no baggy jeans and t-shirts!
Jim had such a mellow, velvety voice. Sounds so relaxed and effortless. Thanks, Fil, for your analysis of this great country singer taken far too soon.
I love this song! Jim was an awesome singer, and had such a strong, smooth and beautiful voice. He was one of the best country music singers there ever was. Its unfortunate that he left us way too soon. May he RIP!
I remember hearing this song on the radio when I was a kid and I’ve always loved it. It’s so beautiful and calming. Two things about it that has always fascinated me is the smoothness in his singing and the piano… so glad you pointed that out. Now… the title of this video… I get that it’s a play on words in reference to Jim’s low voice, but the Home Fry in me can’t help thinking “poor Fil, if he thinks that’s an all time low in country music” You need to check out Home Free. The world’s first (and possibly only) a cappella country group. And pay attention to their bass Tim Foust. I call him bass because he’s a natural bass singer but in reality I could also call him a tenor, maybe even a high tenor… often, when Home Free needs a high harmony above their official high tenor, they have Tim do it. And he has broken sound systems at live shows when he goes as low as the mines of Moria. Oh and their baritone/bass can go pretty low too… a good place to start might be their cover of Johnny Cash’s Folsom Prison Blues and follow up with a Home Free original called So Long Dixie to hear another part of Tim Foust’s crazy 5+ octave range.
I have always loved Jim's voice, he truly was an amazing talent and as you say Fil, he was taken way too soon. thanks for another brilliant insight into a great vocalist.
I grew up listening to Jim Reeves from my Mom and Dad's old records. I didn't appreciate his voice until I got older. I'm now 76. Nostalgic! My favorite is "He'll Have To Go".
Let’s send a thought to our national Norwegian public broadcaster, NRK, who did archive quiet a lot of concerts with famous artists back in the sixties. Mainly B/W, but with good sound production. So many important video tapes were re-used (these tapes were very expensive), but I think some rebels stowed away a lot of concert videos in a hidden cupboard.
Oh I needed this. Like a lullaby, I curl up and remember being on my dad's lap and him singing to me the way Jim used to sing. My mom played piano and dad could sing. They were always singing in the church when I was very young. It is where my appreciation for music comes from. Tennessee Williams was also a favorite. Both Jim and Tennessee used to sing in quartets where their voices were used beautifully to synchronize harmonies. My dad is the one who really inspired my interest in music. Like him I liked Bing more than Frank lol and we used to sing together all the time. This was wonderful Fil thank you, especially with Fathers Day coming. ❤
These grand old performers of yesteryear really take me back to my roots. My dad was a country music fan, all his life, and these artists from his era really speak to me. Thank you for keeping the memories alive.
Very late I know, but Jim was my dads favorite singer. Thanks Fil for the analysis and bringing back some wonderful memories. Enjoy that you do analysis of the old as well as the new. 😊
One of my late Father's favorite singers,he bought all Jim's singles during the 60s,but this is the one I remember the most,bought by my Father in 1964 the year I was born 💎 Auckland New Zealand 2024
OMGoodness...this certainly takes me back. Jim Reeves was one of my Dad's favorite artists. We owned several of his gospel albums. As a very young girl, my 2 sisters and I would sing songs from Jim's gospel albums on the front porch swing of my G-parents' home. I recall how sad my Dad was when Jim Reeves was killed in the airplane crash. Thanks, Fil, for this lovely analysis of the singer and the voice of the legend, Jim Reeves. Well done, sir!! 🙂
Thank you Fil for this exelent analysis. One of the things I love the most when it comes to your analysis is that you always have so much good to say about the performer. You point out to us what you think is especially good, and we can see in your face that you are apply to show us this. I love your analysis❣️
It would have been interesting to have compared this recording to the studio release. Jim had a different (studio) voice when recording. He sang in a higher register during live recordings. That priceless rich baritone really comes through on the studio sessions. Thank you Fil for spotlighting Jim. 😊
A tear jerker I remember when Jim Reeves died. I don't recall if I cried😢 Ironically I came here after viewing some songs that were popular during the Vietnam War. Some songs remind me of people's death and it is sad, sometime friends, sometimes singers. Thanks for the analysis of a low time in life. I will cry later.
I don't sing or play an instrument and I really don't totally understand a lot of what you are talking about. I love watching these videos because of your enthusiasm. I love how you smile at all the music videos you showcase. Keep it up.
I'd completely forgotten about Jim Reeves. This brought memories flooding back...I would have been about 6 when he died, then, and my parents had an "EP" of that song I remember being played on their small phonograph. He did not need to belt out a song to make it heard; you listened carefully because it was worth hearing : the words, the instruments playing the extraordinary melody and all the added detail that gave it richness and extra depth. It was exquisite. My siblings and I would have listened for all the vocal detail to mimic it, and maybe my mother might join in, too (she was an opera singer). The world I lived in then seemed very basic (looking back), we lived in a small North African seaside town for a few years, then, but as basic as the times were, there must still have been a great record shop my parents had access to to have had this... What an excellent analysis, and how wonderful to isolate the voice to home in on its skill and proficiency. Thank you.
Amazing voice. I once went to my local hi fi shop. A small independent store that sells real high end gear. The owner ( Mr Moore) always has a system set up of some of his favourite equipment at that particular time. He sat me down in his big comfy chair and said just listen to this. So I sat there and he produces this album and takes the vinyl out of the sleeve and put it on the turntable. This was the first song on the album. Amazing voice. Gave me goosebumps. His voice just resonated deep in your chest. Fantastic. I just wanted him to play my amused to death CD. Lol Mr Moore just sad to me. No fancy electronic wizardry there. That’s just quality. So true.
Gosh, that takes me back! Jim was one of my dad's favourites and we had one of his LPs which I heard a lot growing up in the 60s. The song I remember most fondly is _Distant_ _Drums,_ but this is probably second or third on the list. When I later got into groups like AC/DC (yes, noticed the shirt) my friends thought I was rebelling, but the truth was I was just expanding - I still liked a lot of the artists I'd known earlier, including Jim.
this was one of my late moms fav songs, my parents introduced me to this beautiful voice. my late dad used to sing Penny Candy to me before I ever heard him sing. still have an ol 78 record of his. sadly like the late Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copus and Hawkshaw Hawkins JIm died because the plane he was piloting was beyond his capabilities. the other three died because the pilot went flying in weather he was warned about but thought he could get through it. sadly Jims piano player here also died in the crash. he is still my fav singer ever
Wonderful analysis I did not know that Jim was popular in your neck of the woods, as always blessing stay well stay safe. Elvis also does a great version of this song.
Growing up, my folks always had a Reeves album on the turntable, but being a kid, I couldn't understand their fondness of his singing. Growing up and thru high school, I listened to the hard rock and heavy metal that came in the 80s-90s and every band that had that gritty electric sound. Still do. Way later, when I heard one of his hits on the radio by accident, it dawned on me who he was-- so I discovered his records long after he was gone. By then, I could appreciate his sound & choice of material. I've found my folks' original RCA Victor albums of Jim's last 5 years in the basement, and they sound great. There are NO singers like him anywhere, and certainly not in Nashville any longer- and I just think we cannot let this guy go away into the ethers of time. It's soothing, calm and .... in TUNE. It's nice you got around to finding out about this guy. Thank you.
Such a sweet song. Thank you for reminding me what a great singer Gentlman Jim was. He was one of the early country balladeers. Such a great rich, smooth voice he had.
Hi Fil, What a wonderful voice Jim has, just a joy to listen to. And a beautiful song, that although has a country feel has an all around musical appeal. His performance is so smooth and velvety you can’t take your eyes away. Thank you for demonstrating on the guitar. As a guitar relearner, it’s good to see what is going on and you explain things so well. Again music knows no boundaries just something to listen to and enjoy. The good singers/Musicians always make it look easy! Your hair is looking great… awesome analysis… stay cool..! Debbie☮️
I was introduced to Jim's singing when I was about twelve and have listened to it ever since. This I consider to be his best song but this performance has words that are different from the record I listened to. My record had "no matter what the world may say about me I know your love will always see me through" . His voice was so smooth and mellow just lovely. In fact his songs seem to follow a life's journey. Interesting that he wanted to be a tenor. All his songs had wonderful arrangements as well
One of the best baritone's of Country Music. Great performer and was said to be a very good guy. RIP Gentleman Jim. Glad you were able to analyze his beautiful voice, Fil. Hope you are well!
Before I even watch, Jim Reeves was one of my Dad's favorite artists, so thank you. Also, this made me think of another song & artist who was brought back to my memory recently: "Easy Lovin'" by Freddie Hart. Maybe that's worth a video, too?
As a Norwegian and born in 1967, this song is among my earliest memories. Jim Reeves was hugely popular in Norway and I can remember my mother and father playing his records. A few years earlier (approx. 1962-64) they had lived and worked in the city of Leeds, England and it was probably there that they first heard Jim Reeves. For me, it is primarily his voice that brings back memories from my childhood. Friendly and silky smooth. I imagine that as a 3-4 year old I may have fallen asleep to his voice many times. Good memories :)
THAT VOICE - so rich and velvety... takes me straight back to my very early childhood... Jim Reeves was one of my late Mother's favorites - and especially this track, "I Love You Because". THANK You for another fabulous analysis, Fil!💕
Wow, I haven't heard Jim Reeves in a long time and what a one-of-a kind voice he had. This song had the sweetest lyrics and was performed beautifully. Thanks for explaining about the Nashville Sound and how this music was different from other country music. I learned a lot from this video! Excellent analysis, Fil.
What an amazing voice! One thing I value about your analyses is the chance to hear some people I've not ever heard before because you look into all eras and styles of musicians that people recommend. Your channel is a gift!
Thanks for feature Jiim. He was stilled played on the radio when I was a little kid. The DJ would announce his songs with "the velvet voice of Jim Reeves." His songs have been in my head since those times. He, Ray Price, and Eddy Arnold where the country crooners. At home in a Panhandle Slims shirt or in a tux. I would recommend checking out Jim's version of "He'll have to go." My favorite.
No voice has ever or will ever be as smooth and soothing.
I was present at that show in Oslo April 15 1964. We knew Jim of course, from his records, but he was even better live. A night to remember forever.
Now THAT is an incredible comment! I love to hear from the people who witnessed it. ❤
The 1950s-60s offered an oddly diverse era for popular music, not least in the best-selling UK pop singles market .. for instance, in 1964 Jim Reeves and Roy Orbison outsold The Beatles, with Mr Reeves having first and second most popular hit records. In '65 Ken Dodd and The Seekers took the top slots with The Beatles and Elvis following, and in '66 Jim Reeves was back as the Best Seller with Frank Sinatra second, then The Beatles, The Four Tops and Nancy Sinatra giving them a run for the 45 RPM money.
Clearly, we underestimate the fairly wide variety of popular music styles in the mid-1960's.
Actual history can be as puzzling as unpicking guitar picking and smoooooth vocal harmonies. Thanks for all the hard work, and for sharing it.
;o)
Jim Reeves always so smooth, so mellow. One of the best. So sorry his life was cut short by a plane crash.
I was raised on this. I use Jim as my standard to judge singers.
My Mother loved this song so much, i do it too . Jim hade a wounderful voice
Thank you, Fil!
I’m a Norwegian and Jim and Elvis Presley are my favourite singers.
That’s Dean Manuel on the piano. He went down with Jim in the plane crash.
Yes, Jim was a perfectionist.
And he had a very relaxed personality. He brought this calmness into his singing.
There’s no doubt in my mind that he would’ve had several more years of hits had he lived.
In fact he was very popular for several years following his death.
Yes Dean Manuel was Jim Reeves' manager. I always thought he was the pilot too, but it was Jim himself who flew the plane
Guitar_man-My dad came from Norway and he loved classical music, but also smooth country like Jim Reeves. I wonder why Norwegians like country music so much!
Interesting you mentioned Elvis, if I'm right, I love you because, was Elvis first recorded song 1954 😊
So glad I found this station, where you can see a long-haired Brit in an AC/DC t-shirt admiring Jim Reeves. !!
I'm 74 and I remember my Dad putting on the Victrola "He'll Have to Go." by Jim Reeves. I was 10 years old.
I’m THRILLED you featured Jim Reeves!! I fondly remember my father singing to me along with Jim Reeves gospel albums. His voice brings back precious precious memories. He died way too soon. Thank you for your willingness to seek out and evaluate all talents in the music world!
Jim had such a rich voice and his songs were wonderful. Thanks for bringing back childhood memories.
I grew up with this music genre. He has a voice smooth as silk❤ Love it
Me too!
@@donaldegan3767 Me, Also!
This is a classic in Norwegian music history, Fil! This was from the concert held in Njårdhallen, Oslo in Norway on 15 April 1964. Jim Reeves is one of the most popular singers in Norway, because of this concert.
he met a young singer there who sounds a lot like Jim in fact Jims guitar player also played for that singer later on
wish I could have seen him in person
Fil, thank you for doing a segment on wonderful Jim Reeves. I was only 6 when he died, but he was played a lot on “real” Country radio stations. Sadly, I don’t think he’s played too much on what passes for Country nowadays. I learned two things today- I didn’t know Jim could play guitar and I didn’t realize he was the pilot of the plane.
@@oldermusiclover Arne Benoni is his name, but imo Björo Håland sounds a lot more like Jim Reeves
@@FririkurEllefsen thanks could not remember the mans name
I use to sit on my dad’s lap and sing Jim Reeves’ songs with him. One of my favorite memories of my dad.
My older brother always said Jim Reeves had the perfect singing voice.
Jim Reeves had a distinctive voice you knew it was Reeves when you heard his songs on the radio or jukebox. Yes. sadly, Reeves died young yet left behind great songs and performances to enjoy. I love his version of "He'll Have to Go"
my fav song of his is Angles Dont Lie
@@oldermusiclover that's a good one too.
I sang He’ll Have to Go with my dad. I was 5 years old, we made a awesome duet.
@@kimberlygluvna6075 Thanks for sharing your childhood memories with us.😊
When I was really wee, one of the mothers in our village was ALWAYS playing Jim Reeves. Every time I hear him now I’m transported back to that time! 😉
This is the kind of performer and song that elevates people and makes us want to be better, more thoughtful and caring people. Great analysis, thank you!
jim started the ball rolling with that stunning voice in the sixties , Don Williams carried on the tradition with that velvet voice in the Seventies
Charlie Pride also carried on Jim's tradtion.
My mother's favorite singer. She listened to him all day long, literally! As a little kid it was Gentleman Jim on the record player! Ole' Chet really knew what he was doing production-wise with that distinctive Nashville sound. He made great use of a Floyd Cramer piano arpeggio style in the background and throwing in those sweet strings at just the right moment. A great voice silenced far too soon.
pretty ironic i just replaced the sleeves on nashville sound 68 yesterday and chetmy favorite guitars 65
Oh My, Fil!! I saw this and dropped everything I needed to be doing. Gentleman Jim is one of my top ten singers of all time. I don't know what I enjoyed more - your reaction and analysis or listening to Jim. The only thing I wish you would have done is made the video an hour long. And that smile of pure enjoyment or appreciation! I watch your analyses of everyone now, because you can explain and always make me understand why I do or do not like a singer's voice. This was such a blast and I thank you so much for this one! I wish I knew how you know these wonderful voices from so long ago. I know them because I grew up with them.
he is my fav singer ever sadly his piano player also died in the crash that killed Jim
That's the way Fil rolls
Jim Reeves was THE VELVET VOICE. The combination of perfectly harmonized vocal chords and bone structure produced a sound no one could ignore. Even when he spoke, people listened.
In my teens when my voice was changing, I tried so hard to emulate his range and tones and it worked. Then I focused on Barry's falsetto, later Vince's high head voice, but only on occasion could I reach that. Developed a very wide range, but could never really apply their power in the margins. At 64, the highs are gone, but I can still "... tell your friend there with you he'll have to go."
My dad loved him. Fil, you’re an old soul in a young man’s body. I think it sounds just like the record. I can imagine my parents dancing to this. Lovely pick Fil. Warms my ❤❤
the indomitable jim reeves. what a voice .. and what a man. an absolute legend.
My dad taught me this song and I love playing it. It’s so beautiful.
Of course, nobody will ever be able to outdo him.
Gentleman Jim
my late mom loved it too
thanks again Fil fell In love with this voice as a small kid and he is still my fav male singer and the piano player was the man who died in the plane crash with Jim. his lead guitar player, Leo Jackson also went on to play for another man from another country who sounded a lot like Jim
Love Jim Reeve’s. I remember when they put Jim’s and Patsy’s voice together back in the late 70s or early 80s. The DJ stated that they had never met, but they absolutely sounded wonderful together. I think the song was Have You Ever Been Lonely….but there was another one, which escapes me atm. I miss the old AM radio stations so much. Nowadays DJs think that all music started in the 80s.
The other song was “I fall to pieces” and you would think they were singing together in a studio. I had it on cassette and played it over and over. I have several CDs of Jim and Patsy separately but you have inspired me to seek out the CD of them together.Two fabulous voices silenced too soon. A great memory. Thankyou
I produced two new duets featuring Jim and Patsy -- one is called "That's My Desire" and the other is a remake of "Have You Ever Been Lonely." We used pro musicians and new audio technology to have their voices harmonize together. You can find both songs online, "Jim Reeves & Patsy Cline: Two New Duets (Re-Recorded)"
Studio musicians earned their money with Jim. They said he would do stuff over and over, because he was such a perfectionist. He was so talented.
You'll find a recording session on RUclips with Jim recording Blue Canadian Rockies by Cindy Walker.
Imagine being an artist, hearing one of your old songs lovingly analyzed by Fil! Better than any standing ovation.
So true!
I'VE NEVER HEARD OF HIM OR HEARD ANY OF HIS SONGS. THANK YOU FOR BRINGING HIS MUSIC TO THE PITCH CORRECTION SCENARIO. HE'S VERY GOOD. ❤❤❤
Current country music is NOT country music. I have gone back to rediscover artists like Jim Reeves. Ray Price is another fine singer of this era. In a related vein, pop singer Ed Ames died a few weeks ago. He had such a warm and moving voice. Check out Ed's version of Try To Remember...goosebumps!
Thanks Fil for your all inclusive love of music and sharing your talent with us.😊
I have to agree with you that the country music from today is not considered to be really country. It needs a steal guitar or a dobro in it.
Today's country performer is more a Pop , bubble gum. Country.❤
There are so many great country performers from the years of the 1950 -1999. After that not so much.🎉🎉
@@OldiesMomma Don't forget to include the 1940's. That's where that era of country music started.
Today's country music is CMINO, Country Music In Name Only.
What's called Country Music today is only CMINO, Country Music In Name Only, not the real thing.
I was a Nashville recording artist in 1992 when I recorded and released a duet with Johnny Paycheck. I sang for Don Tucker, Tanya Tuckers brother and he said he hadn't heard a voice like mine since Jim Reeves. I take that as a great compliment as my voice is deep and smooth. Problem is, that's not the style they were looking for at that time in Nashville. Although it was said that maybe it was time for another smooth singer 😊👍
There's something cosy and warm about his voice and music. I recall as a Young child being mesmerised by him. I also recall crying my eyes out, listening to his song old tigh, about his dog. Bet I could cry now if I heard it. Pity he died so Young. RIP.
I grew up with many of the singers that you analyze. Not only do you give me the great pleasure of the memories, you also share your knowledge and appreciation. Each of your videos teaches me something that I would have never been able to put a name to. Thank you! It brightens my day to see, and hear, your joy in the music and the genuine talent.
Thanks for the memories. Jim Reeves was one of my mom's favorite singers (along with Eddie Arnold)!
Oh, joy! The incomparable Jim Reeves! A voice like liquid gold and now I know why. Thanks for this. This analysis was packed with info, as always.
Thanks so much for this. I've loved Jim Reeves since I was 12. I'm now 71. Larry Jordan wrote a great book on Jim. "Jim Reeves: His Untold Story".
Glad you found it!
Love that you are analyzing these great talents from the past. Jim Reeves was an American country & popular music singer-songwriter from the 50's-80's. He was known as "Gentleman Jim". He had many great hits such as "Mexican Joe", "Bimbo", "He'll Have To Go", "Adios Amigo", "Welcome To My World", "Am I Losing You?", "I Won't Forget You", "Make The World Go Away", "Missing You", "I Can't Stop Loving You" etc. He was only 40 years old when he died in a plane crash. But he left a great legacy of music behind.
The best advertisement for Wings of Pegasus would be a screen shot of Fil with his AC/DC t-shirt, his hair as he's looking at Jim Reeves and the audience.
Bravo.
I don't know but it might have been Pig Robbins on the piano. Fil should do a video on the A-Team in Nashville.
The piano planer is Dean Manuel, also his manager. He was killed with Jim in that plane crash on July 31 1964.
Perfect case of 'less is more', so laid back and relaxing. Also these performers of past generations were so well groomed and well dressed, no baggy jeans and t-shirts!
I love his voice
Like so many, I grew up listening to this amazing voice. He was apparently very popular in the UK and Europe as well. 🎵
Yes, he was extremely popular in the UK, especially among the older generation who appreciated 'good' music more than the youngsters
Jim had such a mellow, velvety voice. Sounds so relaxed and effortless. Thanks, Fil, for your analysis of this great country singer taken far too soon.
I love this song! Jim was an awesome singer, and had such a strong, smooth and beautiful voice. He was one of the best country music singers there ever was. Its unfortunate that he left us way too soon. May he RIP!
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Fantastic performance by Jim and his band and fantastic analysis too. S0 love that piano.
That got me thinking about the vocal gymnastics in Patsy Cline's I Fall To Pieces. What a magic voice and her use of it.
I remember hearing this song on the radio when I was a kid and I’ve always loved it. It’s so beautiful and calming. Two things about it that has always fascinated me is the smoothness in his singing and the piano… so glad you pointed that out.
Now… the title of this video… I get that it’s a play on words in reference to Jim’s low voice, but the Home Fry in me can’t help thinking “poor Fil, if he thinks that’s an all time low in country music”
You need to check out Home Free. The world’s first (and possibly only) a cappella country group. And pay attention to their bass Tim Foust. I call him bass because he’s a natural bass singer but in reality I could also call him a tenor, maybe even a high tenor… often, when Home Free needs a high harmony above their official high tenor, they have Tim do it. And he has broken sound systems at live shows when he goes as low as the mines of Moria. Oh and their baritone/bass can go pretty low too… a good place to start might be their cover of Johnny Cash’s Folsom Prison Blues and follow up with a Home Free original called So Long Dixie to hear another part of Tim Foust’s crazy 5+ octave range.
The soft ballad sound of his voice is to die for. He could song anything, and it would sound like a classic.
Thank you Fil for doing this one - I was immediately transported back to my grandmothers house on a Sunday morning ❤️
I enjoyed this analysis including the isolated vocals. The song was nice lyrically and Jim Reeves has a voice that is easy to listen to.
Thank you for this analysis because it brings back fond memories of my father and his favorite singer. Your respect is evident. ❤️
I have always loved Jim's voice, he truly was an amazing talent and as you say Fil, he was taken way too soon. thanks for another brilliant insight into a great vocalist.
I grew up listening to Jim Reeves from my Mom and Dad's old records. I didn't appreciate his voice until I got older. I'm now 76. Nostalgic! My favorite is "He'll Have To Go".
Thanks for Jim Reeves!
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Let’s send a thought to our national Norwegian public broadcaster, NRK, who did archive quiet a lot of concerts with famous artists back in the sixties. Mainly B/W, but with good sound production. So many important video tapes were re-used (these tapes were very expensive), but I think some rebels stowed away a lot of concert videos in a hidden cupboard.
Including the legendary Stax show including Otis Redding who also lost his life shortly after the show.
Very surprised to see you analyzing this old country song. I enjoy a variety of music, and you always are informative.
Oh I needed this. Like a lullaby, I curl up and remember being on my dad's lap and him singing to me the way Jim used to sing.
My mom played piano and dad could sing. They were always singing in the church when I was very young. It is where my appreciation for music comes from. Tennessee Williams was also a favorite. Both Jim and Tennessee used to sing in quartets where their voices were used beautifully to synchronize harmonies.
My dad is the one who really inspired my interest in music. Like him I liked Bing more than Frank lol and we used to sing together all the time. This was wonderful Fil thank you, especially with Fathers Day coming. ❤
@Wings of Pegasus It was Tennessee Ernie Ford, not Tennessee Williams. Sorry for that. I really am only human lol. 🤣
This was just a few months before he died. "Gentleman" Jim Reeves had a fantastic voice!
These grand old performers of yesteryear really take me back to my roots. My dad was a country music fan, all his life, and these artists from his era really speak to me. Thank you for keeping the memories alive.
Very late I know, but Jim was my dads favorite singer. Thanks Fil for the analysis and bringing back some wonderful memories. Enjoy that you do analysis of the old as well as the new. 😊
Grew up with mom playing Jim Reeves.
Oh wonderful memories
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One of my late Father's favorite singers,he bought all Jim's singles during the 60s,but this is the one I remember the most,bought by my Father in 1964 the year I was born 💎 Auckland New Zealand 2024
OMGoodness...this certainly takes me back. Jim Reeves was one of my Dad's favorite artists. We owned several of his gospel albums. As a very young girl, my 2 sisters and I would sing songs from Jim's gospel albums on the front porch swing of my G-parents' home. I recall how sad my Dad was when Jim Reeves was killed in the airplane crash.
Thanks, Fil, for this lovely analysis of the singer and the voice of the legend, Jim Reeves. Well done, sir!! 🙂
Jim Reeve's voice touches my heartstrings like no other singer or speaker.
Thank you Fil for this exelent analysis. One of the things I love the most when it comes to your analysis is that you always have so much good to say about the performer. You point out to us what you think is especially good, and we can see in your face that you are apply to show us this. I love your analysis❣️
It would have been interesting to have compared this recording to the studio release. Jim had a different (studio) voice when recording. He sang in a higher register during live recordings. That priceless rich baritone really comes through on the studio sessions.
Thank you Fil for spotlighting Jim. 😊
A tear jerker I remember when Jim Reeves died. I don't recall if I cried😢 Ironically I came here after viewing some songs that were popular during the Vietnam War. Some songs remind me of people's death and it is sad, sometime friends, sometimes singers. Thanks for the analysis of a low time in life. I will cry later.
I don't sing or play an instrument and I really don't totally understand a lot of what you are talking about. I love watching these videos because of your enthusiasm. I love how you smile at all the music videos you showcase. Keep it up.
I just love listening to Jim's great vocals and phrasing. Thanks for sharing this, Fil!
I'd completely forgotten about Jim Reeves. This brought memories flooding back...I would have been about 6 when he died, then, and my parents had an "EP" of that song I remember being played on their small phonograph. He did not need to belt out a song to make it heard; you listened carefully because it was worth hearing : the words, the instruments playing the extraordinary melody and all the added detail that gave it richness and extra depth. It was exquisite. My siblings and I would have listened for all the vocal detail to mimic it, and maybe my mother might join in, too (she was an opera singer).
The world I lived in then seemed very basic (looking back), we lived in a small North African seaside town for a few years, then, but as basic as the times were, there must still have been a great record shop my parents had access to to have had this...
What an excellent analysis, and how wonderful to isolate the voice to home in on its skill and proficiency. Thank you.
Amazing voice.
I once went to my local hi fi shop. A small independent store that sells real high end gear.
The owner ( Mr Moore) always has a system set up of some of his favourite equipment at that particular time.
He sat me down in his big comfy chair and said just listen to this.
So I sat there and he produces this album and takes the vinyl out of the sleeve and put it on the turntable.
This was the first song on the album.
Amazing voice. Gave me goosebumps. His voice just resonated deep in your chest.
Fantastic.
I just wanted him to play my amused to death CD. Lol
Mr Moore just sad to me. No fancy electronic wizardry there.
That’s just quality. So true.
Yep, I;ve always loved his voice and songs. Thanks for recognizing Jim;s genius and talent.
Gosh, that takes me back! Jim was one of my dad's favourites and we had one of his LPs which I heard a lot growing up in the 60s. The song I remember most fondly is _Distant_ _Drums,_ but this is probably second or third on the list. When I later got into groups like AC/DC (yes, noticed the shirt) my friends thought I was rebelling, but the truth was I was just expanding - I still liked a lot of the artists I'd known earlier, including Jim.
this was one of my late moms fav songs, my parents introduced me to this beautiful voice. my late dad used to sing Penny Candy to me before I ever heard him sing. still have an ol 78 record of his. sadly like the late Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copus and Hawkshaw Hawkins JIm died because the plane he was piloting was beyond his capabilities. the other three died because the pilot went flying in weather he was warned about but thought he could get through it. sadly Jims piano player here also died in the crash. he is still my fav singer ever
Wonderful analysis I did not know that Jim was popular in your neck of the woods, as always blessing stay well stay safe. Elvis also does a great version of this song.
The greatest of anything is nearly impossible to describe, including this exceptional singer's voice.
My advice to anyone: Just Listen.
Jim was the greatest. They’re the ones that are always taken before their time❤ thanks for the memories
Growing up, my folks always had a Reeves album on the turntable, but being a kid, I couldn't understand their fondness of his singing. Growing up and thru high school, I listened to the hard rock and heavy metal that came in the 80s-90s and every band that had that gritty electric sound. Still do.
Way later, when I heard one of his hits on the radio by accident, it dawned on me who he was-- so I discovered his records long after he was gone. By then, I could appreciate his sound & choice of material. I've found my folks' original RCA Victor albums of Jim's last 5 years in the basement, and they sound great.
There are NO singers like him anywhere, and certainly not in Nashville any longer- and I just think we cannot let this guy go away into the ethers of time. It's soothing, calm and .... in TUNE.
It's nice you got around to finding out about this guy. Thank you.
Loved listening to Jim Reeves with my dad back in the day. Thank you, Fil. ❤
Such a sweet song. Thank you for reminding me what a great singer Gentlman Jim was. He was one of the early country balladeers. Such a great rich, smooth voice he had.
Hi Fil,
What a wonderful voice Jim has, just a joy to listen to. And a beautiful song, that although has a country feel has an all around musical appeal. His performance is so smooth and velvety you can’t take your eyes away. Thank you for demonstrating on the guitar. As a guitar relearner, it’s good to see what is going on and you explain things so well. Again music knows no boundaries just something to listen to and enjoy. The good singers/Musicians always make it look easy! Your hair is looking great… awesome analysis… stay cool..! Debbie☮️
I liked him as a child. His voice was so smooth and comforting.
I was introduced to Jim's singing when I was about twelve and have listened to it ever since. This I consider to be his best song but this performance has words that are different from the record I listened to. My record had "no matter what the world may say about me I know your love will always see me through" . His voice was so smooth and mellow just lovely. In fact his songs seem to follow a life's journey. Interesting that he wanted to be a tenor. All his songs had wonderful arrangements as well
I forwarded this to my mother Fil. Jim Reeves is her all time favorite singer. Thanks mate.
As an oldster, I LOVE this song!!!
One of the best baritone's of Country Music. Great performer and was said to be a very good guy. RIP Gentleman Jim. Glad you were able to analyze his beautiful voice, Fil. Hope you are well!
Before I even watch, Jim Reeves was one of my Dad's favorite artists, so thank you. Also, this made me think of another song & artist who was brought back to my memory recently: "Easy Lovin'" by Freddie Hart. Maybe that's worth a video, too?
I never heard half of this without your explanation thanks Fil
Gentleman Jim Reeves.! I listened to Jim whenever I could. The Grand ol' Opry on Saturday night.!
As a Norwegian and born in 1967, this song is among my earliest memories. Jim Reeves was hugely popular in Norway and I can remember my mother and father playing his records. A few years earlier (approx. 1962-64) they had lived and worked in the city of Leeds, England and it was probably there that they first heard Jim Reeves. For me, it is primarily his voice that brings back memories from my childhood. Friendly and silky smooth. I imagine that as a 3-4 year old I may have fallen asleep to his voice many times. Good memories :)
Silky smooth and beautiful!
My fav singer of all time, with such a wonderful effortless voice. Thank you, Fil. Hope yer ok.
THAT VOICE - so rich and velvety... takes me straight back to my very early childhood... Jim Reeves was one of my late Mother's favorites - and especially this track, "I Love You Because".
THANK You for another fabulous analysis, Fil!💕
Wow, I haven't heard Jim Reeves in a long time and what a one-of-a kind voice he had. This song had the sweetest lyrics and was performed beautifully. Thanks for explaining about the Nashville Sound and how this music was different from other country music. I learned a lot from this video! Excellent analysis, Fil.
My favorite singer from the past. I had more eight tracks, cassettes from him than any other singer!
my fav singer ever
What an amazing voice!
One thing I value about your analyses is the chance to hear some people I've not ever heard before because you look into all eras and styles of musicians that people recommend. Your channel is a gift!
My mother used to love Jim Reeves' voice. Thank you for this :)
A Big Big fan of Jim Reeves. Really mesmerizing voice.
Thanks for feature Jiim. He was stilled played on the radio when I was a little kid. The DJ would announce his songs with "the velvet voice of Jim Reeves." His songs have been in my head since those times. He, Ray Price, and Eddy Arnold where the country crooners. At home in a Panhandle Slims shirt or in a tux. I would recommend checking out Jim's version of "He'll have to go." My favorite.
Oh...'He'll Have To Go' brings back such memories. Wish he had done that one. A favorite of my late father.