Frankly, I never paid too much attention to these recordings and was unaware, or did not notice, the different versions.

What a tremendous observation by you and a perfect example of Jim's singing before and after his transformation while at RCA.

The current media discussions of the importance President Trump places upon music, and the notoriety of his "Playlists", for public consumption, and the construction of a White House grand ballroom to play songs, gives us great opportunity to get Jim's music into the mainstream.

It appears the President is partial to Opera, which like Jazz, I am not a fan of. We need to promote expanded horizons there.

The calming effect of Jim's songs and voice would be beneficial in the traumatic times we live in.

This is NOT political, just belief in an opportunity expand Jim's music to the world.

Recent South African issues are also an opportunity to promote Jim and his music, because of his popularity there.

I would encourage all who post here to take any and all opportunities, however diverse, to get Jim's music in to the public domain. The time seems right. Proven by the AI explosion of Jim Reeves generated songs.

Sorry for the rant.

Bob