When I log on to YouTube many suggestions come up due to my search history.
Recently I have gotten more Jim Reeves postings then ever. Many I have not seen before.
Common among the responses are very many comments saying, this or that family member, (mostly deceased fathers and grandfathers mothers and grandmothers too) loved Jim reeves music, had all his records, was his favorite singer, was important in their lives, and the like.
Sometimes I worry about the amount time I think about Jim and his music, but these YouTube postings have alleviated my concerns.
It is unscriptural to worship any person, place or thing, other than the God of the Bible and his Son Jesus.
Thankfully, it is evident that we fans do not worship Jim Reeves. What is apparent is that his VOICE and MUSIC is what we admire, and is what has addicted us.
This new generation of AI generated tributes to his songs indicate the addiction is here to stay, and a younger generation is following in our footsteps, I hope.
Enough said.
Re: Idolatry
Posted by Roy Zinck on May 29, 2026, 8:23 pm, in reply to "Idolatry "
The man and his voice indeed. A combination to treasure for sure. What are the odds we were here to witness (hear)such magic in the short fleeting time frame called Good music of the 1950's/60's? Lucky for us !!
There are three songs of late that I have been enamored by in Jim's catalogue. I'm thinking out loud here and here goes.
"A Nickel Piece Of Candy" a song written by Alex Zanelis and recorded by Jim on Dec.17th/1963. A bit of a late appreciation for me for such a happy and care free look at childhood memories. So well done of course, only thru Jim's talent. The instrumentation is amazing.
"Where Do I Go To Throw A Picture Away" a song actually mentioned by Bob on a post a while back about his appreciation of this great song. So right you were Bob and I can only say I can't get enough of this song with the heart wrenching approach Jim used to tell this tender story of lost love.. Written by Carl Belew and Jim Reeves. Recorded on Feb.1/1962. The backing instrumentation and the Kerr singers only add to it's perfection..
"Somewhere Along The way" another treasure that Mike Slater mentioned in a post as one of his favourites. Thank you Mike for reintroducing me to this gem. One of the very few songs Jim starts with only his familiar voice before you hear any instrumentation. Mid way thru when he reaches a higher note in the line "A Mystery" ..how could this be any better..well, it can't. The song written by Jimmy Tiplon and Jim Reeves, recorded on June 4th. 1961. Sounds just like yesterday Jim went into the studio and recorded this.
Anyway, hope some will agree with me and get other opinions that made Jim Reeves the unique legend he has always been. Thank you
Re: Idolatry
Posted by Robert Wagner on May 30, 2026, 10:34 am, in reply to "Re: Idolatry "
Whenever I see a post from Roy, a few things come to mind.
He is a "brother from another mother", "great minds think alike", "filming of the 9 Jesse Stone movies in Halifax", (RECOMENDED) cruising, and appreciation for the intricacies of Jim Reeves voice, enunciation, and styling.
"A Nickel Piece Of Candy" was a favorite of my late father when I just started out listening to Jim. It is on a lot of the CD's I burn for family listening pleasure including "The Jim Reeves Way" that got it all started.
"Where Do I Go To Throw A Picture Away" reminds me of my wife's family who were heavy into photography, taking historical local pictures and her late uncle who was a Police Photographer. I can tell Roy appreciates the way Jim's voice replicates the pain being felt by the singer. It is an almost unbelievable achievement. The song is a work of art. As are others!
I have to disagree with Roy somewhat on "Somewhere Along The Line". It is up to Jim's standard of course but I like two of Jim's releases that were more Pop than Country better. "Blue Canadian Rockies" (which is on YouTube as a Travel Advertisement Commercial for Canada), and "Heartbreak In Silhouette".
I believe country music purists wouldn't' like either song.
Slight varying opinions. That's OK and encouraged.
on May 28, 2026, 5:00 am