Then it happened. With fans more interested in seeing "Kemo Sabe" rather than Jimmy Ellis, he spent the next few years focusing more on his business affairs than his music career. The album cover itself generated controversy because it depicted a phantom singer rising from a coffin, and was later withdrawn. Im on the upper deck of our cabin in the picture here (see photo above). Love For A Lovely Girl.What A Great Song.BY Lester Brown/ Bob Gibson/ Johdn D Loudermilk. This is a fan site. Dates, venues, photographs would all be of great help. I had just talked to him on Friday December 11. Orion had several hits on the country music chart, including "Am I That Easy to Forget" (1980), "Rockabilly Rebel" (1981), and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" (1981). These Classic LP Albums from Sun Records are new and sealed and will never be made again. The film, which had its world premiere at Tribeca and won [], Calling all Orion fans and film supporters. An album featuring the duet came out and the controversy really heated up when Good Morning America had the Friends voice scientifically scanned and analyzed and concluded that it could be no one but Presley. After winning a state fair competition, his first professional performance was in a Demon's Den nightclub in Albany, Georgia. It's like an artist painting a picture. In later years after the breakup with Sun, Jimmy and I got back together for visits in Memphis. All trademarks, labels, covers and logos shown on this website are the sole property of the companies concerned and are included here for reference purposes only. To use this website you must enable JavaScript. Look for a micro hidden container. Bobby D.: Jimmy Ellis and I met in college at age 18 in 1963. EIN: There are conflicting reports of who else was with Jimmy at the time, some reports say his fianc, others say his ex-wife. Fittingly, his legend lives on, and quite ironically, both as Jimmy Ellis and Orion! The story of Orion, the singer whose voice bears an incredible likeness to that of Elvis Presley, is an interesting and unusual one to say the least. So, I have kept the site going since 1998. This is a FOUR CD 5" digi-pak, this set features three concerts, Shreveport Louisiana July 1, 1976, Baton Rouge, July 2, 1976 and Elvis' last home-town concert Mid-South Coliseum, Memphis July 5, 1976. Bobby then immediately offered Jimmy a recording contract. For a proud man who had so much wanted recognition as Jimmy Ellis - not Elvis Presley - we can only imagine how galling and emotionally and psychologically scarring this was!. Singleton duly took Orion back to Elvis's roots in rockabilly, rock 'n' roll, country, blues, and gospel. The film is being produced by Jeanie Finlay, a British artist and filmaker. Production costs turned out to be too high compared to the demand on the box set, making the release too economically challenging to make. Ellis continued recording and performing through 1983 as Orion, and scored only one more minor hit before trying to break his Sun contract to become a recognized performer in his own right. Jim Highley. Dradco will release a 6 CD set in 2018 to commemorate the 20th anniversary since Jimmys passing. A Tribute to the "Masked Man": Jimmy Ellis aka "Orion". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYuszmPq3lw, "Orion" by Gail Brewer-Giorgio (Hardcover 1979). The CDs are offered on the official web site: www.orionjimmyellis.com. Our biography book on Jimmy Ellis is now available here on this website! Three thugs intent on thievery pulled up outside the pawn shop on Dec. 12, 1998, and one of them Jeffrey Lee walked inside, pulled a sawed-off shotgun hidden in his heavy . [3], On December 12, 1998, Ellis was murdered during a robbery in his store, Jimmy's Pawn Shop. : Aloha From Hawaii - The Concert 2013- EIN Exclusive, Elvis at Madison Square Garden 40 Years Ago. During that same year, with record in hand, I took Jimmy Ellis to Macon to meet Bobby Smith at his recording studio. Other LP/CD's Featuring Jimmy Ellis/Orion, Other LP's/CD's featuring Jimmy Ellis/Orion, Other LP & CD's Featuring Jimmy Ellis/Orion, Stargem/Kardina/Southern Tracks Promo Photos. It doesnt cost a penny but has great impact! [3], Singleton tore off his mask at a performance in 1983, saying he would not wear it again. Very soon after Jimmy entered the store, a young black guy came in carrying a sawed off shotgun and demanded money. Charlie Rich sang along with Lewis on two other songs. To see the film clip and make a donation, please click on the link below. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________. His voice was similar to Elvis Presley's, a fact which he and his record company played upon, making some believe that some of his recordings were by Presley, or even that Presley had not died in 1977. EIN: Jimmys death was tragic! Which brings us to the incredible story of Orion. had 10 Top 100 hits on the Country Music Chart in the US! Chet came back and said: Bobby, he sounds the same on all of them. An attempt to compile a complete list of official DVD recordings by Glimmer Films featuring the U.S.A. recording artist Jimmy Ellis also known as Orion. Oct 7, 2013 - Orion Jimmy Ellis - The Official Web Site. In early 1965, I transferred to Georgia Southern College in Statesboro, GA and lost touch with Jimmy for a number of years. While in Germany, met my future wife, the daughter of a Major, fighter pilot stationed at the same base. James Burton Interview - Rick Nelson & Elvis: Elvis Drummer Jerome "Stump" Monroe EIN Interview: Elvis in 1969 - Ann Moses & Ray ConnollyInterviews: Ernst Jorgensen interview about 'On Stage' and Elvis' Legacy in 2010: 'The Nation's Favourite Elvis Song' Spotlight. he wears as mask ORION FEAT.JIMMY ELLIS.CH About me THE STORY OF ORION BEGAN AS FICTION A Georgia-based writer,Gail Brewer-Giorgio concocted a tale about a charismatic rock 'n'roll singer,Orion Eckley Darnell,who came to be called 'King' because of his enormous popularity across the world.However Some listeners believed that Orion was, in fact, Presley, who had supposedly faked his death. Please tell our readers about this and how they can order. At that point Shelby was done with their arrangement and so was Jimmy. Our biography book on Jimmy Ellis is now available here on this website! The albums were quite popular, and Orion had three Top 70 hits, including Am I That Easy to Forget. He had four minor hits the following year, including the contemporary rockabilly song Crazy Little Thing Called Love, originally recorded by the rock group Queen. Sundance Selects acquires Orion: The Man Who Would Be King for US Theatrical release. When Jimmy would come for a visit to my house in the early days, it was like Elvis was comingthere was electricity in the air. Directors Statement Who was that masked man? EIN: Bobby, is there anything else you would like to say to our readers and Jimmy Ellis/Orion fans? Who was that masked man?.Sadly, the convergence of artistic, commercial and greed/fame infused forces which would shape Jimmy's future meant he became a pawn in a multi-faceted promotional campaign involving author Gail Brewer-Giorgio (9 years before her best-selling non-fiction books asking if Elvis really died in 1977) and new Sun Studio owner, Shelby Singleton, when because of his voice Jimmy was marketed as the mysterious, masked singer, Orion. Leave a comment or question, Jimmy Fallon made a mention of Orion and played snippets of Washing Machine on his show Monday, April 7, 2014. Huffman said King, who played dead, was treated and released from a hospital for her hand wound. We have a limited supply of this1979 hardcover version of the book "Orion" by Gail Brewer-Giorgio. So if you filmed him, recorded him or are in possession of anything I might be interested in then do not hesitate to take contact with me thru my e-mail: jimmyellisfan@yahoo.no, All Rights Reserved. Elvis Presley, Elvis and Graceland are trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises. Also like Elvis (surviving twin), he experienced an early life major event when, at the age of 4, he was adopted by Robert and Faye Ellis. (Jimmy Ellis single on the regional Boblo label - released in 1978 - it is viewed by many as the singer's plea for acceptance in his own right rather than because of his uncanny Elvis-like singing voice). He tells in great detail the story of Jimmy Ellis, a successful horse farmer who took over the family business in the small town of Orrville, Alabama. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------, A selection of the many colorful Orion masks, each with its own name. She is an accomplished documentary film maker with 6+ well known films. For the soul singer, member of The Trammps, please see Jimmy Ellis (2) Sites: Wikipedia, orionjimmyellis.com, oriondiscs.com Aliases: It was issued on Sun without an artist name, and created a furor because Ellis bore such an uncanny vocal resemblance to Elvis. had a stage presence which entranced his fans, did not want want to be an Elvis imitator, for most of his career did not make a living singing and performing Elvis songs, had fans who travelled (often as a family) up to 500 miles to see him perform, is the only Elvis stylist to have had an album replaced due to controversy, is the only Elvis stylist to have a best-selling book published about his persona. Sung By . It is also very possible that several other titles circulating on the internet . Bobby D.: Well, we just had a limited number of the out-of-print CD - Orion Country repressed. Orion". -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. The mysterious phone call came from a stranger with a Presley-like voice, claiming to be Orion. Jimmy was, and still is, my favorite Elvis sound-alike singer. : Aloha From Hawaii - The Concert 2013- EIN Exclusive, Elvis at Madison Square Garden 40 Years Ago. If I Can Dream.The internal struggle that Jimmy Ellis had with his Orion alter-ego and his burning desire to record quality music appears to have been ever present. Get the latest updates on NASA missions, watch NASA TV live, and learn about our quest to reveal the unknown and benefit all humankind. $4.00 shipping. So I said: come on, thats Elvis I have the album. http://www.orionstc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Jimmy-Ellis-Early-years-PROMO.mp3. Jimmy came from a Christian family and held his belief in God the Father throughout his life. Spotlight article by Nigel Patterson, June 2014, (for the purposes of this article I will use the term Elvis stylist in reference to the person in question). Her 1978 novel Orion told the story of a rock and roll singer, very much like Elvis, who faked his own death. The book is also available along withtheReborn CD (the first LP on Sun by Orion). The album featured some excellent songs including "Ebony Eyes", "Honey", and "Washing Machine". The book has been a huge task with 12+ years of research. Above images sourced from the official "Orion-Jimmy Ellis" website Genesis.. Jimmy Hughes Bell was born on 26 February 1945 to a single mother (named) Gladys. The shooter is in jail with a death sentence. The gunman, who police believe is Plantersville resident Jeffery James Lee, then fired twice more in an attempt to blast Ellis a second time as he struggled to find a haven behind a computer desk, Huffman said. I do miss playing live. For the next 10 years Jimmy would balance music and his business interests. He loved to have a good time, loved to sing and entertain. Ellis appeared with many artists, including Loretta Lynn, Jerry Lee Lewis, Tammy Wynette, Ricky Skaggs, Lee Greenwood, Gary Morris, and the Oak Ridge Boys. That's not a career. To The Official Orion - Jimmy Ellis Web Site All LP Albums Now on Sale These Classic LP Albums from Sun Records are new and sealed and will never be made again. You tell your friends who tell their friends who tell their friends WHAT IS THUNDERCLAP? Well, he then said: no, its that guy, pointing to the guy sitting on the bed. Well, once all the other guys left, Jimmy and I sang until late in the night with me strumming a small red guitar he had borrowed and Jimmy and I singing Elvis and Beatles songs. How did that come about and what can fans expect to find on the site? Links to Orion / Jimmy Ellis sites. How many Elvis tribute artists have a fan club with more than 15,000 members? And that's the way it was. AVAILABLE HERE LOWER PRICE! EIN: Bobby, you currently have a special offer on the site. If you can add to the info given please e-mail me. He travelled to Nashville and tried to break into the music business - but found. When you find it, write your name and date in the logbook. Two years before she had begun a novel about a musical superstar, Orion, who faked his own death to find much-needed peace and privacy, based on the circumstances surrounding Elvis death. EIN often receives requests for information on these releases. [9][10][11] The film won the Discovery Award at the British Independent Film Awards 2015. Little is known about Jimmy's life before becoming a recording artist - what is known is that he was raised by traditional but loving parents who ensured he was able to receive a good education. [12] It was released theatrically in the US by Sundance Selects on December 4, 2015. Orion had several hits on the country music chart, including "Am I That Easy to Forget" (1980), "Rockabilly Rebel" (1981), and "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" (1981). It is the story of Jimmy Ellis, a singer from Alabama who was cursed with having a voice identical to that of . In high school his teachers encouraged him to sing for the school's "Religious Emphasis Week," leading him to enter his first talent contest in 1963. How & where do I sell my Elvis collection? Please visit my own Jimmy Ellis page for information and links. Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, USA. Real Name: James Hughes Bell Profile: James Hughes Bell (February 26, 1945 - December 12, 1998), stage name Orion (based on the character from the same-titled book by Gail Brewer-Giorgio ), was an American singer. iTunes, Amazon) and not physical discs. Jimmy Ellis Also known as Orion. EIN:Bobby D. its been great talking with you. Shawn. Jimmy then met with Phil Walden, owner of Capricorn Records (the Almond Brothers Band and others) in Macon and was offered a contract, but since Jimmy was under age at the time his parents wouldnt let him sign.another huge mistake. Cover/label scans wanted of any of the following: Cover scans of discs issued on the unofficial Jack Daniels label. Similarly, there was an incontrovertible and diametrically opposed outcome for each side. Ellis appeared on the album cover wearing a mask over his eyes. the story behind Bobby D's friendship with Jimmy Ellis, how Jimmy felt about his "Orion" character. To The Official Orion - Jimmy Ellis Web Site, http://tribecafilm.com/stories/tribeca-film-festival-2015-viewpoints, http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/orion-the-man-who-would-be-king. Scan of the German cassette release COUNTRY & WESTERN CLASSICS VOL.1 on the Sun/Bellaphon label. ORION: The Man Who Would Be King, a film by Jeanie Finlay tells the story of Jimmy Ellis - an unknown singer plucked from obscurity and thrust into the spotlight as part of a crazy scheme that had him masquerade as Elvis back from the grave. Who was he? A man who for more than 10 years chased a career as a romantic southern crooner with a love of rockabilly and nostalgic love songs. Bobby D.: Basically he was very happy to get all the publicity from all the albums and live shows Sun Records provided, but he did not like wearing the mask. The guy shot at Jimmy again but missed. Scan of the German cassette release LET YOUR LOVE FLOW on the Sun/Bellaphon label. Happy Birthday EIN EIN turns 100 a retrospective! Jimmy Ellis was one of the super talented yes like Elvis, Tom Jones, Engelbert my all-time favorite solo artists. Here is the bizarre story of Jimmy Ellis, or, as he was also known, Orion. I thought that was an odd question but I said: sure, its Elvis Presley. A few weeks later, some guys asked me to come down to their room where they were playing music so I decided to go. The records were endorsed as genuine Presley recordings by the song's co-writer Doc Pomus, the music journalist Roy Carr, and the TV show Good Morning America which undertook a voice comparison test of the song against Presley's voice. I finished college with a BBA while my wife worked, and I got the GI Bill. Many years later, I recorded four songs at Stargem Studios in Nashville, the same studio Jimmy had also recorded at earlier. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. SUBSCRIBE FOR ARTIST + LABEL NEWS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, EVENTS AND MORE. One of them, a tall guy with a buzzed haircut, was sitting on a single bed by an old record player and a reel-to-reel tape recorder. A talented athlete, Jimmy was awarded a two-year athletic scholarship at Middle Georgia Junior College and was courted for a baseball career and a tryout with the Milwaukie Braves but turned it down. That one along with the first original album now on CD - Orion Reborn are offered for $8.95 each. He quickly says "he sounds just like Elvis" and then puts on a copy of the mask worn by Orion for the album picture. Bobby D.: The gimmick of Orion lasted about 3 years. Bobby D.: It was a pleasure. Jimmy "Orion" Ellis, also known as James Hughes Bell was an American Singer. Bobby D.: I was born in Macon, GA in 1945. He then dropped the gun, fled the store and drove off in a car with two accomplices, authorities said. With an outlandish fictional identity torn from the pages of a pulp novel, the backing of the legendary birthplace of rock n roll Sun Records and a voice that seemed to be the very twin of Presleys himself, the scheme concocted in the months after Presleys death exploded into a cult success and the Elvis is alive myth began. This dynamic performer differentiates himself from all others for a number of reasons. I miss him a lot! How & where do I sell my Elvis collection? He started the album on the record player to play Echoes of Love. Low prices on Jimmy Ellis discography of music albums at CD Universe, with top rated service, Jimmy Ellis songs, discography, biography, cover art pictures, sound samples, albums, etc. More recently, one of the few remaining groups in the once prolific and infamous (so-called) 'Elvis Underground' has stated that Jesse (aka the 'still alive' Elvis) believes some of the Orion/Jimmy Ellis recordings are actually him (Jesse) singing. I hope people will remember that some of the masters are owned by us and others over in Norway/Denmark. compilation added to various unofficial releases page. Welcome also would be details of his concert performances in the U.S.A. and Europe.
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