Classical, Spanish & South American Guitar Jewels

Any old recordings by any Romeros on MErcury Living PResence.

I like Strunz and Farrah as well

There are many good singers still these days.

The difference is that being a good singer used to be a ticket to stardom. Nowadays you might get a star who is also a good singer but its the overall bling and charisma that matters most.

ELvis got his break because he was a white guy who would appeal to the masses in his day. There were many others singing similar music prior that were not as successful commercially. SO really Elvis rode an early wave of pop stardom much like many do today, except today's pop music is much different.

Jim Reeves is almost in a class by himself in terms of longevity, mass appeal and charisma rooted mainly in his vocal abilities, at least from where I stand. Part of that is the timeless appeal of the songs of their day that he and the others mentioned sang. We'll see how well most of the pop stars of today are remembered 50-100 years from now. Some may retain a following but most will be forgotten as has always been the case.

Check out This.

An American country singer wowing a Norwegian audience.
Pure gold.

"Gentleman" Jim Reeves.

We need more of those these days. If they can sing too, then wow.