Here are the most popular VoiceMasters Jim Reeves CDs released over the years. They are hard to find and we offer the BEST PRICE ANYWHERE! Each contains previously unreleased new material on Jim (new songs, new vocals, new overdubs, etc.)
In addition, there is a NEW Patsy Cline CD just released (on the H&H label), the music for which was overdubbed by the same VoiceMasters team who has brought you the wonderful Reeves packages.
Many
fans of Jim Reeves are also fans of Patsy’s. In real
life, the two performers often worked together, not
only on the Friday Night Frolics and the Grand Ole Opry,
but also military recruiting radio shows and out on
the road. Patsy even guested for a week on Jim’s ABN
network radio show (the tapes for which are still
lost). Jim and Patsy highly respected each other as
individuals and as artists, and could sometimes be
found at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge in Nashville between
Opry shows,
sharing a pitcher of beer with their friends. Patsy
even flew on one of Jim’s chartered planes with him
and the Blue Boys to play some dates in the South.
This new CD, “THE DIVINE MS. CLINE,” is
an import from the UK. It was produced by Larry Jordan
(who did all the VM music), and is simply spectacular.
It features 20 new overdubs of Patsy studio tracks,
plus 6 unreleased live, “in concert” recordings.
Cline’s original recordings were stripped down, her
voice remastered for better clarity, and then tasteful
new instrumentation added to give these songs a fresh
sound. Fans are raving about this new CD! To hear audio samples and
order the CD, CLICK HERE.“I’VE FORGOTTEN YOU” is one of the best and most popular CDs VoiceMasters ever created. Like all the VM CDs, it presents previously unreleased music by Gentleman Jim. One highlight is an overdub of the last song Jim ever recorded (in his basement home studio) shortly before his passing, “I’m A Hit Again.” When this song was released as a single in
Europe, it zoomed to #1 on radio
playlists, where it stayed for an astonishing 7 weeks!
One of the best tracks is an unreleased vocal on “Am I
Losing You,” which is arguably the best recording in
existence of this song. Jim’s performance was
extraordinarily good, and the pretty new strings and
background singers making it oh so smooth. This CD
also contains Leo Jackson’s favorite overdub: “Gypsy
Feet.’ Leo told Larry Jordan, “You outdid yourself on
that one.” The clarity of Jim’s rich voice is
astonishing, and the bright new arrangement —
featuring instruments that gypsies might actually play
— makes this song a real toe-tapper. This set also
includes songs that Mary Reeves never released, like
“You’re the Sweetest Thing,” presented here as a new
overdub. The title track is also a real catchy tune
that Reeves had recorded in a small studio as a demo
out in Hollywood near the corner of Sunset and Vine. To hear audio samples and
order the CD, CLICK HERE.“SHEPHERD
OF LOVE” is an often overlooked gem in the
VoiceMasters library. It features a spectacular new
overdub of “Distant Drums,” a posthumous hit for Jim
that made it to #1 on the British charts, where it
stayed for five weeks in 1966 at the height of the
Beatles’ popularity. This new overdub takes the song to
a 
whole new level, with a
big orchestral sound. With this CD also comes the
first-ever release of a demo version of “Is It Really
Over” that Jim cut with the Blue Boys (and which is
overdubbed). Likewise you get to hear an unreleased
vocal on Reeves’ signature song, “He’ll Have To Go,”
which also includes a beautiful male chorus backing.
When RCA released “Lonesome Waltz” on an LP in 1967, it
sounded foggy. But thanks to the tools available in the
digital age, the original now has been cleaned up for
incredibly crisp clarity. Plus a beautiful new
instrumental arrangement showcases this fabulous country
number. The title track is a song Mary Reeves never
released — and small wonder. It was based on Jim’s
real-life relationship with a young cowgirl rodeo star
(described in fascinating detail in Larry Jordan’s book,
“Jim Reeves: His Untold Story.” To hear audio samples and
order the CD, CLICK
HERE.
“I
CALL HER HEARTACHE” is definitely for the
purists out there, who like to hear raw versions of
Jim’s songs without all the final polish of his official
releases. This CD is a treasure trove of unissued demos,
including SEVEN NEW SONGS! The title
track is one which Mary Reeves and RCA never
released — and we
don’t know why, since it’s a great country song! Of all
the VM releases, this one has been the most consistent
seller, with fans eager to acquire it because it gives
you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Reeves
experimenting with song ideas. There’s even some studio
chatter. You’ll hear Jim start to sing one of his demos
(at the Starday studio‚ and then stop, commenting that
“I can't sing this damn song.” In the background you’ll
hear his friend Dottie West — who was there that day to
lend support and sing back-up — encourage him.
Meanwhile, the engineer, ex-Blue Boy Tommy Hill, warns
Reeves that the clock is ticking, and he only has a few
minutes to get a good “take.” So Jim buckles down, the
musicians start to play again, and this time Jim nails
the tune in one take. Fascinating! In all, this CD gives
you 24 songs, a
true treat for the die-hard collector. To hear audio
samples and order the CD, CLICK
HERE.
“HEARTBREAKIN’
BABY” is special in more ways than one. Besides
the wonderful overdubs of new vocals and new songs,
there is an incredible, 42-minute intimate interview
with Jim Reeves by Bill Mack, that has never been
commercially released! Jim covers a wide range
of topics, reflecting on his career but 
also talking about what
he likes to eat for breakfast, who his favorite male and
female movie stars, what he thinks of TV, etc. He tells
an anecdote about Hank Williams (whom he knew well in
his early days), and gives listeners a rare glimpse into
his personality. You will be struck by how articulate,
poised and intelligent Mr. Reeves really was, and you
will be lulled by that mellifluous speaking voice! Even
if there weren’t some great songs on this CD, this
interview alone would be worth acquiring! As for the
music, the title track comes from the same demo session
Reeves did out in Hollywood at the behest of his
publicist ladyfriend, Bea Terry, whose vital role in his
career and life was revealed for the first time by Larry
Jordan in his book, “Jim Reeves: His Untold Story.” The
CD begins with Jim singing “Need Me” — a song which
Larry explains in his book was written by Reeves for
Bea, after she was the victim of an assault. (Their
poignant love story is detailed with Bea’s personal
recollections in the book). Another highlight is a
sparkling new rendition of Jim singing “White
Christmas.” To hear audio samples and
order the CD, CLICK
HERE.
We hope you find
something you will enjoy by the great Jim Reeves.
And don’t forget about Larry Jordan’s award-winning,
672-page book, “Jim Reeves: His Untold Story,” plus
the 2-CD set, “The New Recordings,” that are also
available at: www.jimreevesbook.com