there's no way that this is not Elvis! if it aint! this guy's the real deal! its sad that he was murdered in 1998! but what an amazing song and an amazing voice!
this one is startling to me as Elvis loved melancholy songs and would have loved this one. And its Jimmy's last single so the man lived it. Its like his last farewell ! He deserved more than being made fun of for Washing Machine.
@EnchantingZena Agreed this is Jimmy Ellis. Funny how all the so called experts can't tell the difference between Elvis, Jimmy and Doug. But there is a distinct difference. Jimmy is easy to spot. This is him.
@918647 Glad to hear that you played his songs! should have listened to your station instead of the ones I was listening to, cause they played him once and then never played him again. He was just awesome!
I have been told by Jimmy's old fan club president that she saw his birth certificate and that Vernon is shown as the father but there is no last name. His mother is Gladys Bell. He was adopted. Steve Kelly who was a friend of Jimmy's said the same thing about the birth certificate. Jimmy did look like Vernon and his voice was natural, so it makes sense that he was related to Elvis. I myself believe that Jimmy was Elvis' half brother. He even had that crooked smile like Elvis. I got to know Jimmy in the 90's. Met him in 91. I didn't know him as well as the older fans but I knew him well enough. I spent a few days at his farm and knew some of his good friends. I never heard of Thomas Presley. Is that the guy that is in the Bob Joyce videos? I do know Elvis Presley Jr. personally and he proved with DNA that he is Elvis' son. Took him years to get the DNA.
Very possibly. I have thought that too. I was told by his fan club president that she saw Jimmy's Birth Certificate and she said that a Vernon was listed as the father but there was no last name on it. Jimmy's mother is Gladys Bell.
No fooling. It's Orion aka Jimmy Ellis. He may be Elvis' half brother. He was adopted and looks a lot like Vernon, Elvis' father. Mother is Gladys Bell.
That is Elvis. I now believe he faked his death and this guy Ellis was being prepared for Elvis' transition. Ellis doesn't have the same range as Elvis. Listen to American trilogy Ellis can't end it like Elvis. And that is bullshit about the electronics not being able to detect the difference. Ellis came up right on time for Elvis death, and in this way Elvis could still continue. Elvis took off the mask in some videos and if people think it's Ellis they are messed. They eye do not lie. and in Elvis' case the voice and the natural moves. I think Ellis was murdered because Elvis was performing without the mask and his death would have been revealed. I bet he enjoyed life this way living like a normal man and performing at small packed clubs like when he first started. Ellis is the best impersonator ever and they kept him low and supressed for the same reason or else everyone would be looking for Elvis
@THETIGERMAN2012 Jon doesnt scare me a damn bit. Jon is not Elvis and never has been. I know he says he isnt Elvis but then leaves the people who listen hanging with the wonder. I know he isnt and never was Elvis. I have met Jon one time in Texas and when confronted with a fact about Elvis, Jon didnt take any time in leaving. He is fairly good at impersonating Elvis's voice and singing could be better. I also know Jon went by Smith & Fleetwood and was finaly found out to be a fake.
Yes. The Jordinaires were Jimmy's backup group in his last few years. I met them a few times when I went to the shows. Went to nearly all of them in the 90's.
Yes. The Jordinaires were singing with Orion the last few years. Art Thomas was the Jordinaires manager and when Art took Jimmy under his wing, The Jordinaires sang with Orion. Sherry Carlisle opened the shows with Black Velvet. Art was also Sherry's manager. Those were the days. I'm pretty sure this was a show at The Nightlife Dinner Theater in Nashville. I was there.
@lovettkenny No, Doug Church did this song as a cover. Jimmy Ellis was the first to do this song. Doug just did a copy. Doug is good, but he is like all the others just a impersonater.
In 1980 I was working for radio stattion KINB-FM (107.3) Poteau, OK and brought Jimmy to Poteau where he packed the house twice one evening (850 people each time) . I went on to proudce shows with him in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Ft. Smith, Arkansas and Booneville, Arkansas. I had played Jimmy Ellis records at the station long before I heard him as Orion. An Elvis fan since Heartbrek Hotel, Jimmy's voice even sounded so much like Elvis..I too wondered ??? "Diamond Don" Barnes Poteau, OK
This is not the King, this is a diffeerant person comepletely, if you see him without his mask he looks nothing like Elvis, He does sound like him but still, its not him, Fantastic voice, though
this song a good tribute to Elvis. his spirit a memory songs Elvis impersonator s are still with us keeping Elvis s memory alive Elvis lives on like his name. spells LIVES.
I have an old eight track of reborn and still plays great,done in 1979 for sale,if interested,let me know,I also have two sun albums aoutographed by him,and a "sun" black and white picture signed "orion".
Dont know where you got your info, But it wrong. Jimmy NEVER went by Thomas and was 9 years younger then Elvis, so Elvis had to start damn young for him to be his son lol
I finally heard your Thomas you talk about LOL. Yea he does sound like Orion ONLY because he is slowing down the track for a small sound difference. But it is Orion singing and Thomas claiming its a cover lol. What a joke. Maybe some infringement charges is in order.
For u idiots that r trying to proclaim this is Doug Church singing. Let me tell u I heard Doug Church's version of this song and it about made me want to puke! He couldn't even come close. This Jimmy Ellis and only Jimmy Ellis as his true fans know that it is!
He was much better than Elvis! When he was younger you couldn't tell the difference between him and Elvis. His voice changed as he got older, but he was still the best ever!
You asked for proof. And as many of Jimmys fans know Jimmy did many songs a show and at times did more then one show a night, so Jon has no idea what he is talking. And as for your warning DONT PISS JON OFF lol Fuck you & Jon you dont scare me a damn bit pal so keep your stupid ass remarks to yourself.
Thanks, but this is Jimmy Ellis "Orion" and it is his natural voice. You might check out other videos posted of him. But it was said He was the man who could be the King and also The voice of a King. But its Just Jimmy Ellis.
Lol Allen, You say its not live and then ask if the video is from another song. IF the video WASNT from another song it would have to be live wouldnt it?
Steve Silver eh? Down in Mississippi. lol. Actually it's Steven Silver. Steven Silver was on the 45 but in reality that song was on the New Beginnings album put out by Arron Records owned by Linda Noftle (sp might be Nofel. Can't remember.) and her husband out of Canada. I met her. We all went to a show together.
Because that is the only way Sun Records would give a contract. It was taken off later on and Sun dropped the contract. The mask was used again in later years as it seemed to help draw a crowd.
@EnchantingZena You must not know Jimmy Ellis this is him singing. He did this song before anyone knew Doug Church. Not bad mouthing Doug he is a nice guy but this is Jimmy
dang awsome love the song thanks chap and awsome on singing it just awsome deep song i have to get this a [[easy 5 star]] on this great on it no doubt and if did not look i would say it elvis realy in every way aand only 1 i can say that to realy .just the sutal stuff write on to.head down would say elvis.not that i'm a copy elvis freek at all ok but this awsome on it.and only because i believe in finding your own vocie nomatter and what he was about i like and love in elvis awsome
there's no way that this is not Elvis! if it aint! this guy's the real deal! its sad that he was murdered in 1998! but what an amazing song and an amazing voice!
It's not Elvis. I know because I knew him. When you hear him often enough you can tell the difference.
i just love to hear this song over & over & i do have one of his albums,
It's so simply...greatest voice, great song, fantastic clip...thanks Jimm ;-)
this one is startling to me as Elvis loved melancholy songs and would have loved this one. And its Jimmy's last single so the man lived it. Its like his last farewell ! He deserved more than being made fun of for Washing Machine.
Washing Machine is a great song. I love it.
I love the song Washing Machine.
Jimmy at his best!
orion did his own songs that sounded like if elvis did new songs thank elvis and jimmy
Prachtig liedje. Very nice song
@EnchantingZena Agreed this is Jimmy Ellis. Funny how all the so called experts can't tell the difference between Elvis, Jimmy and Doug. But there is a distinct difference. Jimmy is easy to spot. This is him.
@918647 Glad to hear that you played his songs! should have listened to your station instead of the ones I was listening to, cause they played him once and then never played him again. He was just awesome!
@fejzatheking it was in his contract with Sun Studio's that he had to wear the mask
jimmy isn't elvis.s twin jesse although it's been said jimmy is Vernons son.
I have been told by Jimmy's old fan club president that she saw his birth certificate and that Vernon is shown as the father but there is no last name. His mother is Gladys Bell. He was adopted. Steve Kelly who was a friend of Jimmy's said the same thing about the birth certificate. Jimmy did look like Vernon and his voice was natural, so it makes sense that he was related to Elvis. I myself believe that Jimmy was Elvis' half brother. He even had that crooked smile like Elvis. I got to know Jimmy in the 90's. Met him in 91. I didn't know him as well as the older fans but I knew him well enough. I spent a few days at his farm and knew some of his good friends. I never heard of Thomas Presley. Is that the guy that is in the Bob Joyce videos? I do know Elvis Presley Jr. personally and he proved with DNA that he is Elvis' son. Took him years to get the DNA.
Very possibly. I have thought that too. I was told by his fan club president that she saw Jimmy's Birth Certificate and she said that a Vernon was listed as the father but there was no last name on it. Jimmy's mother is Gladys Bell.
@EnchantingZena No that is not doug Church. It is Jimmy Ellis. The audio is just not with the video.
That is Elvis with a mask, this was talked about after his death.
Monstermack40 Sorry but never was Elvis
Phillip Allen No fooling
No fooling. It's Orion aka Jimmy Ellis. He may be Elvis' half brother. He was adopted and looks a lot like Vernon, Elvis' father. Mother is Gladys Bell.
Monstermack40. No fooling. The man is this video is Jimmy Ellis aka Orion. He was not Elvis but he could have been Elvis' half brother.
That is Elvis. I now believe he faked his death and this guy Ellis was being prepared for Elvis' transition. Ellis doesn't have the same range as Elvis. Listen to American trilogy Ellis can't end it like Elvis. And that is bullshit about the electronics not being able to detect the difference. Ellis came up right on time for Elvis death, and in this way Elvis could still continue. Elvis took off the mask in some videos and if people think it's Ellis they are messed. They eye do not lie. and in Elvis' case the voice and the natural moves. I think Ellis was murdered because Elvis was performing without the mask and his death would have been revealed. I bet he enjoyed life this way living like a normal man and performing at small packed clubs like when he first started. Ellis is the best impersonator ever and they kept him low and supressed for the same reason or else everyone would be looking for Elvis
Hey tcbOrion who is Anthony? Thanks for posting this Its beautiful and I m happy everyone is enjoying it even if Anthony didn't post it. LOL
thats elvis bro
one question for all,why jimmy wears the mask???
Great video.. Anyone knows if this song is in karoeke format
@skyy431963 This is NOT Doug. Its Jimmy Ellis (ORION) who Doug coppied his song. Jimmy was the first to do this song. All others are just copies.
Sorry to tell you but Jimmy Ellis was the first to sing this song and it is Jimmy singing it.. NOT Doug.
@THETIGERMAN2012 :#
JonCotner1835
1 year ago
Jimmy never had to do two songs a night on long tours. He was great yes, but lets be honest.
Jon
hi i'm looking for this intrumental can someone help me with that please?? i am a singer to .. i have another channel here its MarinoSagaert
I dont think you will find it instrumental.
@THETIGERMAN2012 Jon doesnt scare me a damn bit. Jon is not Elvis and never has been. I know he says he isnt Elvis but then leaves the people who listen hanging with the wonder. I know he isnt and never was Elvis. I have met Jon one time in Texas and when confronted with a fact about Elvis, Jon didnt take any time in leaving. He is fairly good at impersonating Elvis's voice and singing could be better. I also know Jon went by Smith & Fleetwood and was finaly found out to be a fake.
@tcbOrion aha so sun studio wanted the audience thought that he was the real Elvis hahaha thats funny
Elvis.....isn't that the jordanaires singing with him?
Yes. The Jordinaires were Jimmy's backup group in his last few years. I met them a few times when I went to the shows. Went to nearly all of them in the 90's.
Yes it is.
Yes. The Jordinaires were singing with Orion the last few years. Art Thomas was the Jordinaires manager and when Art took Jimmy under his wing, The Jordinaires sang with Orion. Sherry Carlisle opened the shows with Black Velvet. Art was also Sherry's manager. Those were the days. I'm pretty sure this was a show at The Nightlife Dinner Theater in Nashville. I was there.
That is awesome. I wish I could have seen it with my own eyes in person. Thank you for taking the time to respond. Take care
Sorry, but Im not Anthony. I dont know where that came from. My name is actually Steve
Sorry, but your wrong. Its Jimmy Orion Ellis
This is the voice of Thomas A Presley. .1st born son of Elvis Presley, born February 3,1954.
NOT A CHANCE. Cotner is nothing but a big joke. Orion was 6'4" Cotner is under 6'
It's Orion aka Jimmy Ellis. I guarantee it. I knew him and I know his voice very well.
Why would anyone have to wear a mask to sing ??
Doesn't make any sense at all. the guys a great Elvis soundalike so whats the issue ? i don't get it
No it aint, believe me.
@skyy431963 and your a dumb ass, as its posted thru out, its Jimmy Ellis NOT Doug
It is so sadto watch this video, knowing that he is really gone. Thanks for keeping him alive for us on here.
After Elvis, only Jimmy Ellis...No doubt about it.
Miss u Jimmy, its like in this performance he really was telling us his final farewell, God bless you and may you Rest In Peace.
Jimmy Ellis got his voice and natural talent from his father!
Brings me to tears every time I hear this...too many memories
Sounds like Elvis
What a great voice Orion (Jimmy Ellis) had...
So beautiful...What a voice!! Wonder if the one who killed him realize what he took from this world?
It was in his recording contract he had to wear the mask.not his idea and didnt like it.
@lovettkenny No, Doug Church did this song as a cover. Jimmy Ellis was the first to do this song. Doug just did a copy. Doug is good, but he is like all the others just a impersonater.
Is that what they call an oxymoron? He's better than Elvis, you can't tell the difference? Well I can. Jimmy is great in his own right.
Yes, Jimmy You will be with us always. Happy 65th birthday to you today and we miss you terribly!
Great Jimmie Orion Ellis
Love this song!! Does anyone know what CD/album has this song?
man u r the best u sound just like e. thank u for all u do o miss e. love ya russ keller
yip it is elvis, but then he vanished! no one can sing the way elvis does, i truly believe this is the king. I knew he would live on!
it's jimmy ellis not elvis or Thomas presley
Great Jimmie Orion Ellis
Thee most powerful voice to ever sing!Nobody will ever touch his incredibile voice.
In 1980 I was working for radio stattion KINB-FM (107.3) Poteau, OK and brought Jimmy to Poteau where he packed the house twice one evening (850 people each time) . I went on to proudce shows with him in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Ft. Smith, Arkansas and Booneville, Arkansas. I had played Jimmy Ellis records at the station long before I heard him as Orion. An Elvis fan since Heartbrek Hotel, Jimmy's voice even sounded so much like Elvis..I too wondered ??? "Diamond Don" Barnes Poteau, OK
This is not the King, this is a diffeerant person comepletely, if you see him without his mask he looks nothing like Elvis, He does sound like him but still, its not him,
Fantastic voice, though
HorrorVet Im afraid you dont know Jimmy Ellis. He packed many concerts with well over 850 mostly in Europe
Jimmy mad this song sound sadder than any one els, its almost like he knew he was going to be leaving us.
this song a good tribute to Elvis. his spirit a memory songs Elvis impersonator s are still with us keeping Elvis s memory alive Elvis lives on like his name. spells LIVES.
This is Elvis
I have an old eight track of reborn and still plays great,done in 1979 for sale,if interested,let me know,I also have two sun albums aoutographed by him,and a "sun" black and white picture signed "orion".
Dont know where you got your info, But it wrong. Jimmy NEVER went by Thomas and was 9 years younger then Elvis, so Elvis had to start damn young for him to be his son lol
I finally heard your Thomas you talk about LOL. Yea he does sound like Orion ONLY because he is slowing down the track for a small sound difference. But it is Orion singing and Thomas claiming its a cover lol. What a joke. Maybe some infringement charges is in order.
For u idiots that r trying to proclaim this is Doug Church singing. Let me tell u I heard Doug Church's version of this song and it about made me want to puke! He couldn't even come close. This Jimmy Ellis and only Jimmy Ellis as his true fans know that it is!
I miss you Jimmy.
Hmmmmmmm I dont recall getting a order for it. I just happen to post it, unless my mind is getting oldtimers lol.
And to listen to Jon Cotner claims, Jimmy never did have to perform twice in one day on tour lol. We all know better.
I dont know a Anthony. But so everyone knows it was YOU who requested it. Enjoy.
Is this song on a cd anywhere cause I would like to get it?
Send me a private message and I can explain why I KNOW Thomas ISNT Jimmy
Thank you for posting Anthony this is very good.Elizabeth.
Great post Steve, thank you
BUT....WHY ?
hmmmmmm
He was much better than Elvis! When he was younger you couldn't tell the difference between him and Elvis. His voice changed as he got older, but he was still the best ever!
You asked for proof. And as many of Jimmys fans know Jimmy did many songs a show and at times did more then one show a night, so Jon has no idea what he is talking. And as for your warning DONT PISS JON OFF lol Fuck you & Jon you dont scare me a damn bit pal so keep your stupid ass remarks to yourself.
this video makes me cry everytime I watch it! miss you Jimmy RIP!
sup[osedly he was killed cause he was going to oust the king just sayin
No. It was a robbery at his store.
Thanks, but this is Jimmy Ellis "Orion" and it is his natural voice. You might check out other videos posted of him. But it was said He was the man who could be the King and also The voice of a King. But its Just Jimmy Ellis.
Lol Allen, You say its not live and then ask if the video is from another song. IF the video WASNT from another song it would have to be live wouldnt it?
listen to ronnie mcdowell songs. the king is gone. and walking throught geogia in the rain. he sounds just like e. also
Steve Silver eh? Down in Mississippi. lol. Actually it's Steven Silver. Steven Silver was on the 45 but in reality that song was on the New Beginnings album put out by Arron Records owned by Linda Noftle (sp might be Nofel. Can't remember.) and her husband out of Canada. I met her. We all went to a show together.
And you don't think I know it says Steven Silver on the record Lol?
Your welcome, but Im not Anthony
@918647 eah right 850 ppl, in your dreams
@MrSean677 No one is proclaiming he is Elvis. He is Jimmy Ellis, much better than Elvis!
Yes
ah you got that right,,
Why does he have a mask on?
Because that is the only way Sun Records would give a contract. It was taken off later on and Sun dropped the contract. The mask was used again in later years as it seemed to help draw a crowd.
IS TWIN JESS LOL
@EnchantingZena
You must not know Jimmy Ellis this is him singing. He did this song before anyone knew Doug Church. Not bad mouthing Doug he is a nice guy but this is Jimmy
dang awsome love the song thanks chap and awsome on singing it just awsome deep song i have to get this a [[easy 5 star]] on this great on it no doubt and if did not look i would say it elvis realy in every way aand only 1 i can say that to realy .just the sutal stuff write on to.head down would say elvis.not that i'm a copy elvis freek at all ok but this awsome on it.and only because i believe in finding your own vocie nomatter and what he was about i like and love in elvis awsome