Jim Reeves. Big old 3 CD compilation.
I find myself revisiting old Jim's music every so often. He was a huge favourite of my Dad's but I used to just see him as twee and old fashioned.
Well, much of his stuff is as corny as hell, but that's hardly unusual in country music.
On the positive side, he had a terrific, effortless way with a song which never seemed to strain his sonorous voice. And he did it all without getting into the suspect vocal gymnastics so prevalent in 'country'.
The old classics. 'Four Walls', 'Guilty' etc., have stood the test of time well.
Add to this impeccable production values, the honky plonky sound of Floyd Cramer's piano etc., and you have some very good music. Credit where it's due.
Mull