“Jim Reeves: A New Way” 2017 overdub CD released!

The most wonderful new CD has just been issued called “Jim Reeves: A New Way,” and believe me, it IS new. It contains 15 new overdubs and the sound is SPECTACULAR. It will take your breath away! In fact, Jim never sounded better. His voice is so rich and clear, it’s as if he just recorded this album today. The CD contains well known favorites as well as more obscure material you may not have heard. We worked primarily with “voice isolation” tracks and, with the help of some big-league pro musicians, arrangers and engineers, from America and Europe, built new instrumentation around him to showcase Jim’s timeless voice in more contemporary settings to give these songs a fresh appeal. THERE'S EVEN A NEW DUET featuring a wonderful (and attractive blonde) singer! This new CD really is something unique that you’ll want to acquire. It is frankly tiresome and very bewildering to see so many obscure labels around the world repeatedly issuing the same handful of time worn tracks on Jim, many of them of very poor quality. Shame on them! This great artist deserves better than that! So our CD is something sparkling and oh-so-enjoyable. It’s a treat for the ears, and the senses. To listen to samples or to buy a copy (at a discounted price), go to the Good Music Store online by clicking HERE.

32 UNRELEASED JIM REEVES TRACKS ON NEW CD!

An EXCITING new CD has been released called “JIM REEVES: THE LOST RECORDINGS,” and it has 32 performances by Jim you have never heard before! Included are live versions of “A Beautiful Life” and “The Flowers, The Sunset, The Trees”..something that has never been available until now. Also enjoy Reeves doing new songs — “I Can't Help It If I’m Still In Love With You,” “My World Ended Today” and “Unfaithful One.” The sound quality is SUPERB. You can hear Jim’s beautifully rich voice and every detail of the performances, including some fantastic accompaniment. It is truly historic and NOBODY else has these songs on CD, so it's a world premier. Richard Moore, one of the foremost engineers who does major label work, has done the restoration and mastering on this CD and it is simply incredible! You have GOT to get a copy of this! To listen to samples, CLICK HERE.

4 New Jim Reeves CDs & UNRELEASED Material!

UPDATE: SO MANY FANS HAVE WANTED TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS SPECIAL OFFER that even though it was initially only available during last Christmas, it has been extended now for Spring 2016, so you can still get all 4 of these CDs at a special price and SAVE MONEY.

2015 was a banner year for Jim Reeves fans, with the release of 4 CDs, each of which contains previously unissued tracks by Jim! On "Jim Reeves and Friends Live From Nashville,” hear Jim call a square dance, host his friends on the Grand Ole Opry (including performances by Chet Atkins, Patsy Cline, the Everly Bros., Janis Martin, Del Wood, Stringbean, and a duet Jim sings with June Carter). There are 34 tracks, and 23 Jim Reeves songs (only 1 of which has ever been released)!

On “Jim Reeves : The New Gospel Recordings,” there are 34 tracks, including many in new musical settings, with 12 tracks never before released. Hear beautiful new overdubs of Jim’s beloved sacred songs, played by current members of the Opry band, top Nashville musicians, plus pros from Europe. The sound quality on Jim's voice is truly stunning; rich and clear like never before. Also hear studio chatter, false starts, countdowns and Jim giving instructions to the Anita Kerr singers and demonstrating a capella how he wants them to sing!

With “The Best of Jim Reeves Live In Concert” you get 28 tracks, spanning 5 years, 6 different venues (ranging from nightclubs to outdoor performances to Europe), and 3 different sets of Blue Boys — including musicians you’ve never heard Reeves perform with before. For the first time ever, also hear Jim in a comedy routine with the Lump Lump Boys (the Blue Boys dressed up as hillbillies)!

And on “Jim Reeves Rare and Unreleased,” there are 31 tracks, 21 NEW overdubs, and a highlight is that Jim sings back-up to Blue Boy Bobby Dyson on a new song you've never heard him sing before: “Thanks For Calling.”

You get 127 tracks on 4 CDs for a SPECIAL DISCOUNT of only $49.95. That's just 39 cents per track...far less than what you'd pay on iTunes! HERE IS THE LINK TO LISTEN TO SAMPLES AND ORDER THE CDs. CLICK HERE

Worldwide Fan Reaction to 8 CD "Great Jim Reeves" Set

As the anniversary of Jim's passing approaches July 31st, radio stations worldwide continue to play selections from the unique 8-CD set, “The Great Jim Reeves,” that features 170+ tracks, including 92 new overdubs and absolutely STUNNING sound quality. This is indisputably the BEST Jim Reeves release since the Bear 16 CD set issued over 20 years ago.

(Incidentally, Bear's marketing efforts regarding that old, overpriced $400 box set are MISLEADING. They state: “This is the complete career retrospective. Complete!...All the singles, all the albums, all the unissued titles we could find...and all other demo recordings.” This has been proven WRONG time and time again by what my label, VoiceMasters, has released — including many NEW songs by Jim that Bear does not have.)

Anyway, “The Great Jim Reeves” 8 CD set is bargain priced at only $49.95. That's about 23 cents per song...far less than a digital download. Jim's voice has been remastered for the best clarity and richness you have ever heard, then combined with tasteful new instrumentation by current members of the Grand Ole Opry band, Atlanta jazz musicians, folks from the Southern Gospel field and Europe. 

The packaging is unique, and includes a 48 page full color booklet. Here is just a PARTIAL list of the feedback we have received from radio stations around the world who are playing “The Great Jim Reeves.” Order it today at: www.greatjimreeves.com

Rene Hoffman, Country Radio, Switzerland -- Superb

Julie Matheson, Icarna Radio, Australia -- Brilliant song

Joe Bartolo, One Radio, Malta -- WOW!

Hans Mair, Radio Osttirol, Austria -- More please

Olov Lindgren, Radio Avesta, Sweden -- Super new mix

Brian Lewis, Hobart FM, Tasmania -- Clear country voice, unobtrusive backing, good beat

Hank Edwards, OMCRN Radio, UK -- Brilliant

Alex Pijnen, Zuidwest Radio, Holland -- Excellent

Ries Verwijmeren, Radio Rucphen, Holland -- Fantastic

Al Field, Triple U FM, Australia -- Radio hit

Dann Hansen, Radio Roskilde, Denmark -- Sweet soft country song

Ray Grundy, Bolton Radio, UK -- Jim is impeccable, lovely vocals from Barbi!

Maurice Hope, Rock ‘n Reel Magazine, UK -- More from Gentleman Jim; and what a treat this updated version of the golden oldie is!

Bjarne Hesselbjerggaard, Radio Sindal, Denmark -- Appealed to me

Lorraine Pfitzner, Radio 2 You FM, Australia -- Great new arrangement

Alan Staniland, Radio Warrington, UK -- Classic country sound from one of country’s greats

Gerry Ford, 2 Sea FM Radio, Australia -- Fantastic

Dieter Trenkler, Country Music Radio, Germany -- This is really very good

June Williams, KHBW Radio, USA -- There is no one who sings like Jim -- great to keep his music alive

Peter Anderl, ORF Radio, Austria -- Just missing a solo by Barbi

Ricky Lee, Warminster Radio, UK -- Very good

Tom Lambert, Variety Radio, UK -- Great work

Nigel Rennie, BFBS Radio, Falkland Islands -- Terrific

Eric Montfort, Radio 101, Malta -- Top marks

Ray Williams, South End Radio, Malta -- Excellent

John Murray, Castle FM, UK -- Fantastic duet

Myriam Perdaens, Cool FM, Belgium -- Stylish

John Morris, Trust AM Radio, UK -- Excellent

Dick Barrie, Crystal FM, UK -- Amazing track

Alan Potter, Tempo FM Radio, UK -- Great production

Brian Sharman, Wycombe Radio, UK -- 10 out of 10

Ros Ray, Forest FM, UK -- Sounds good to me

John Staff, Mid Downs Radio, UK -- Stunning

David Callister, Manx Radio, Isle of Man -- Very good track

Stuart Cameron, East Coast FM, UK -- Love it

Sean Green, Shine FM, Ireland -- Very good remix

Brette Dominique, Triangle FM, France -- Great country rock

Kurt Gabriel, ECMA Radio, Austria -- Voices in excellent harmony

Urbain Van Geerteruy, Radio Beeiard, Belgium -- Just fantastic

Daniel O'Donnell endorses NEW Jim Reeves 8 CD set

World famous singer Daniel O'Donnell appears in a new TV commercial promoting "The Great Jim Reeves" 8 CD set that I produced this past summer. He and his beautiful singing partner, Mary Duff, are fans of Jim’s and often do his songs. In fact, in 2004, Daniel did a 90-minute tribute to Reeves that was telecast live from Branson, Missouri on PBS (public television) stations nationwide, and seen by 60 million viewers! He and Mary tour internationally and sell out venues ranging from the Sydney Opera House in Australia to Carnegie Hall in New York, to dates all over Europe and even Sri Lanka. In this sense, Daniel is very much like Jim Reeves in terms of his global popularity. He does not try to sound like Jim -- he merely pays tribute to his artistry. He also is a gentleman and honors his fans the way Jim Reeves did. I had the pleasure of spending some time with Daniel and Mary this summer and he pledged his support to helping promote the new 8 CD set, which features 170+ tracks, 92 of them in new musical settings, along with a 48-page booklet that my daughter Sara helped me write. Mr. O’Donnell was true to his word, and did a big article for the Sunday World, a major newspaper in Ireland, in which he talked about this set and also my book. And he and Mary recently taped a series of commercials which will air in the EU and also be seen on the world wide web. It's a great honor to have such wonderful stars express their support for this very unique set!

New 8 CD "Great Jim Reeves" Set w/NEW MUSIC & 48 pg BOOK!

I am pleased to announce the debut of a wonderful new 8 CD set commemorating the 50th anniversary year of Jim's passing. “THE GREAT JIM REEVES” has 170 tracks (including 92 overdubs). Even if you have bought every VoiceMasters and/or H&H release before, this set still offers 42 NEW overdubs of RCA masters you have never heard before. Reeves' magnificent voice has been isolated from the original backings, remastered for greater clarity, then combined with tasteful new accompaniment, including by current members of the Grand Ole Opry band! It sounds like Jim just recorded these today! I also wrote an exclusive 48-page (almost 18,000-word!) booklet (with my daughter Sara) about the “Songs & Recordings.” It features notes on each song plus rare photos that have never appeared anywhere before. It comes in a beautiful, silver-trimmed case with each of the CDs organized according to theme (Early Days, Gospel, Nashville Sound, Pop, Christmas, etc.) You get all this for only $49.95. Just go to www.jim-reeves.com!

Anita Kerr: "Someone Finally Had To Tell the World About the Real Jim Reeves"

I was very honored to receive a nice letter from Anita Kerr, whose wonderful group, the Anita Kerr singers, backed Jim Reeves on many recordings, including his biggest hits like "He'll Have to Go" and "Welcome To My World." Anita, a Grammy Award winner, has also worked with a Who's Who in the music industry, backing many stars including Perry Como, Rosemary Clooney, Roy Orbison, Bobby Vinton, Al Hirt, Ann-Margaret and such diverse people as the Smothers Brothers (on their TV show), and poet Rod McKuen. Anita also received an ASCAP award citing her for being "a lady of class...and a first-class musician" and saluting her for "her significant contributions to the birth and development of the Nashville Sound."

THE ANITA KERR SINGERS:
Gil Wright, Anita, Dottie Dillard, Louis Nunley

In her letter, Anita mentioned she had been ill the latter half of 2012 but said "the good news I am still alive and finally beginning to feel fully recovered from the health problems." I'm very glad to hear that.

During her recuperation she'd read my book, "Jim Reeves: His Untold Story," and commiserated with me about some of the more ludicrous personal attacks on me by a couple of fans who have accused me of destroying Jim's "image." Anita, who now lives in Switzerland, came to my defense. This is what she wrote me:

I did have time to read your book and I enjoyed it. I think that someone had to finally tell the world about the real Jim Reeves. He was always nice with me, but he wasn't easy to get along with. Of course I only saw him for recording session, and during our tour to Europe in 1964 I only saw him for the concerts. During my free time I was with my singers, and he stayed most of the time around Chet or band members.

I can understand that you got various opinions. What is that old saying? You can't please everybody.

Good luck. I hope that the sales of the book are good.

Sincerely,  Anita Kerr