K-OS Hiccups At SOCAN Awards Nov 19, 2008
Griff has written 48 top 100 singles and more than 700 of his songs have been recorded by the likes of Jim Reeves, Jerry Lee Lewis, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton. Awards were also handed out to the top-performing songs in various genres, based on the number of times they were played on Canadian radio stations in 2007. (ChartAttack)
Billboard Hot 100 All-Time Top 10 C... Sep 18, 2008
He ll Have to Go, by Jim Reeves, 1959-60. No Hank Williams. (Suite101.com)
Country Music's Bill Anderson Jul 26, 2008
Among the best-known entries: "I Missed Me" (Jim Reeves, 1960), "Happy Birthday to Me" (Hank Locklin, 1961), "Once a Day" (Connie Smith, 1964) and "The Lord Knows I'm Drinking" (Cal Smith, 1975). From 1959-1994, Anderson won an incredible 54 BMI songwriting awards. (Suite101.com)
DWAIN "TOONER" ERICKSON Jul 24, 2008
He enjoyed music - Jim Reeves, Guy Lombardo, Lawrence Welk, Daniel O'Donnell - and spending time at the casino. He also enjoyed feeding his finches and spending time with friends and family. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Country Music's Jim Reeves Jul 21, 2008
Gentleman Jim Reeves possessed one of country music's finest voices ... Jim Reeves (1923-1964) was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1967 ... Jim Reeves' first recordings came on the Houston-based Macy's label. (Suite101.com)
Community Club cashes in for charities May 23, 2008
During Hill s presentation, she recited a poem she wrote for her own mother and then sang songs by her Uncle Jim Reeves. Afterwards, the Ageless Angels presented her with a rose. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Eddy Arnold, 1918-2008 May 11, 2008
I grew up with Eddy Arnold, Jim Reeves, and the "Nashville Sound" era. I always try to mix the old songs with the new. (Entertainment Weekly)
Eddy Arnold, at 89; crooner widened appeal of country music May 9, 2008
He connected with Chet Atkins, one of RCA's leading country producers, who shepherded him into "the Nashville Sound" style that had been working magic in the '50s for fellow country crooner Jim Reeves. After Reeves died in a plane crash in 1964, his arranger, Bill Walker, gravitated to Mr. Arnold, and their collaboration resulted in the mid-1960s hits that revitalized his career. (Boston Globe)
Eddy Arnold, 89, country music star May 9, 2008
Arnold was a harbinger of the lush, orchestral Nashville Sound, made popular by the likes of Jim Reeves and Patsy Cline in the late 1950s and '60s. His greatest success was on the country charts, where, taken together, his singles have spent more time including more time in the top position than those of any other singer in the music's history. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Dick Clark, The Oak Ridge Boys, Brenda Lee and More Announced as Off-Camera Winners for the 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards May 8, 2008
Jim Reeves International Award -- Dick Clark. Dick Clark has been selected as the recipient of the Jim Reeves International Award, which is presented to an individual for outstanding contributions to the acceptance of country music throughout the world ... Past recipients of the Jim Reeves International Award include Merv Griffin, Roy Clark, Garth Brooks, Charlie Nagatani and Buck Owens, among others. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hurricane endangers Louisiana's musical heritage (1) Feb 24, 2008
pianist Floyd Kramer's style developed while working on the "Louisiana Hayride" with Jim Reeves and Hank Williams Sr. As a Nashville session player in the '50s and early '60s he sat in with Patsy Cline, The Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison and early Elvis Presley recordings. His "slip knot style" that somewhat resembled steel guitar technique of sliding from one note to another landed him a hit single "Last Date." He went on to win several Grammy Awards for country music instrumentals. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Obituaries in the news Feb 21, 2008
He worked as a musician and songwriter, touring with Jim Reeves, Johnny Horton and others. Ryan's version of "Hot Rod Lincoln" hit the Billboard Top 100 charts in 1960 and stayed there for six months. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Charles Ryan, writer of Hot Rod Lincoln,’ dies Feb 20, 2008
He worked as a musician and songwriter, touring with Jim Reeves, Johnny Horton and others. He married Ruth Scheffler of Polson in 1943 and they had three children. (Montana Standard, MT)
Taylor reigns over Boone County for 107 years Nov 22, 2007
Her favorite song is "I'll Fly Away" by Jim Reeves. She also likes Tony Bennett and the hymn "Walk in the Garden.". (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Unlucky Dube, but the biggest loser is Africa Oct 29, 2007
If Russell was to be believed even the deaths of Jimi Hendrix, Jim Reeves, Elvis Presley and many others blamed on drug abuse were premeditated. She claims that though the artistes were known drug users, it is possible somebody laced their drugs with lethal chemical leading to fatal consequences. (East African)
Songwriters Hall of Fame gets a home Sep 22, 2007
The building on Music Square East was once home to the Quonset Hut where Patsy Cline, Brenda Lee, Marty Robbins and Sonny James recorded; and of Columbia Studio A where Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves, the Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, Waylon Jennings and Parton cut records. Columbia and Epic Records also formerly had offices there. (FOX 11, AZ)
Eat till you drop, drink fire and dance all night Sep 7, 2007
"Understand that the way they cook hamburgers in Atlanta is maybe slightly different than the way they do it in Memphis. Big Timers Competitive-eating world records Grapes - 8 pounds, 15 ounces; 10 minutes; Ed "Cookie" Jarvis, Long Island, N.Y.; Nov. 1, 2005. Gyoza - 212 chicken and vegetable dumplings; 10 minutes; Joey Chestnut, San Jose, Calif.; Aug. 19, 2006. Strawberry shortcake - 15.25 pounds; 8 minutes; Patrick Bertoletti, Chicago; June 17, 2007. Sweet corn - 34.75 ears; 12 minutes; Crazy... (Juneau Empire)
Haven't you heard these cover songs before? Aug 15, 2007
But as the songs slow down, Nelson's vibrato ramps up, threatening to overwhelm the Jim Reeves hit Four Walls, the Everly Brothers' I Wonder If I Care as Much and The Browns' The Three Bells. Knockout knockoffs: Karen Brooks' New Way Out, Linda Hargrove's I've Never Loved Anyone More. (USA Today -- Life)
Motive? Perhaps it was the truth Jul 29, 2007
A comrade and friend, Jim Reeves, who went on to become mayor of Ballarat, said there was always a straightness but not a dourness about Bracks. "He's fun, he's humorous; but at the same time quite strong, quite devout in his convictions and his values.". (The Age, Australia)
July 16-31, 2007 Obituaries Jul 21, 2007
He had many enjoyments in life, which included his love for his family, the music of Hank Williams, Marty Robbins and Jim Reeves, and watching Atlanta Braves baseball and Jack Nicklaus play golf. He also enjoyed shopping at garage sales and collecting coins. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Shelley to headline Fair Jul 13, 2007
Influenced by Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves, Kenny Rogers, George Strait and Sawyer Brown's Mark Miller, he has developed his own style and stage presence. He has opened for numerous national acts, headlined at county fairs all across Iowa and played at the Iowa State Fair in 2006. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
ACM Honors Dolly, Waylon, Buck, Don Williams With Pioneer Awards Jun 22, 2007
The Jim Reeves International Award went to Owens, who died in his sleep in 2006 after eating his favorite meal and performing to adoring listeners at his opulent Crystal Palace in Bakersfield, Calif. Backed by the Fabulous Superlatives, Connie Smith then sang Howard's "The Key's in the Mailbox," and Stuart and the band followed with a rousing cover of Owens' beloved instrumental theme song, "Buckaroo." Family friend Jerry Hubbard accepted the award. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Dr. & Mrs. David Robbins May 3, 2007
The first dance was "Forever in Your Arms" by Doug Moreland; the father-daughter dance was "I Loved Her First" by Heartland; mother-son dance was "Have I told You Lately That I Love You" by Jim Reeves. The couple stayed two nights in Fredericksburg followed by four nights at an all-inclusive resort in Mayan Riviera, Mexico. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Alabama Music Hall of Fame to honor acclaimed music publisher Apr 12, 2007
He was on stage with such legends as Hank Williams, Eddy Arnold and Jim Reeves. He returned to the Shoals in the 1960s and launched the career of Joe Tex at FAME recording Studios. (Shoals TimesDaily)
On the road again Apr 6, 2007
We didn't hear one person say "Sure and Begorrah." It truly was as green as a Jim Reeves song "40 Shades of Green", with not many cattle in sight but lots of sheep. They brand by using different colored dyes when there are many farms in a given area. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Broadcasters Honor Kenny Rogers for Lifetime's Work Mar 1, 2007
Acree, who started in pop radio, said the shock of recognition that turned him to country radio came when he was playing and singing along with the Rolling Stones' "Paint It Black." As he took note of the lyrics, he said, it suddenly hit him: "What the hell is that about?" That evening, he went to a bar and heard Jim Reeves' "This Is It" on the jukebox. After that, he said, he immediately began seeking work as a country DJ.. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
My online romance Feb 11, 2007
"'Welcome to My World,' sings Jim Reeves. Fair lady, won't you come on in, tarry a moment in my corner of the world? I am David from Colorado, out west of the Divide," Seymour's profile said. "My wife (JoAnn) picked up her copy. She immediately liked what she saw," he said. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Thanks for the memories Jan 15, 2007
" He hears it again. Elvis in '77, and others. In general, there seems so much loss. Jim Reeves dies in a plane crash, as does Patsy Cline at 30, along with Cowboy Copas and Hawkshaw Hawkins. Through the years, the index grows. Even Faron Young, whose hit, "Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young," goes to No. 1 in '55, dies in 1996 at age 64. He has cancer. "They had all of these gadgets he called them gadgets sticking out of him," Arthur says. "He said he wasn't going to live that way, so he went and... (The Daily Reflector)
