Fans of legendary country music artist George Jones are in for a special release with George Jones: The Lost Nashville Sessions, arriving November 15, 2024, via Country Rewind Records. This album showcases a collection of sixteen tracks that were originally recorded for radio airplay in the 1970s but have now been restored and enhanced with modern production. The release promises to deliver a new listening experience for both longtime fans and new audiences by upgrading the audio quality and adding instrumentation and background vocals where needed, while still preserving Jones’ iconic voice.
Highlights of the Album
The album offers a mix of Jones’ well-known hits and lesser-heard gems, including:
- Beloved classics such as “The Race Is On,” “White Lightnin’,” “Tender Years,” and “The Grand Tour.”
- Rare recordings of tracks like “Old Brush Arbors,” “She’s Mine,” “Four-O-Thirty-Three,” and “The Honky Tonk Downstairs.”
Nancy Jones, George’s widow, expressed her excitement about the project, saying, “Even after all these years, we’re still releasing new music from George. This collection features sixteen songs, and while some may be familiar hits, these versions are ones you’ve never heard before.”
Listen Now: “The Honky Tonk Downstairs”
Unearthed and Enhanced for Modern Audiences
The original tapes for these recordings were intended for promotional use and often discarded after airing, making this collection even more special. Country Rewind Records’ President Thomas Gramuglia and producer Paul Martin discovered the tapes and worked to bring these sessions to life with modern production techniques. This effort aimed to preserve Jones’ emotive delivery while giving the tracks a refreshed sound suitable for today’s music standards.
George Jones: The Lost Nashville Sessions Track Listing
- Window Up Above
- I’ll Share My World With You
- The Race is On
- The Grand Tour
- Once You’ve Had The Best
- Love Bug
- She Thinks I Still Care
- Four O Thirty Three
- The Honky Tonk Downstairs
- Old Brush Arbors
- A Picture Of Me Without You
- Walk Through This World With Me
- Tender Years
- She’s Mine
- White Lightnin’
- Hey Good Lookin’
The Legacy of George Jones
Known as “The Possum,” George Jones is celebrated as one of country music’s greatest voices, with a career spanning several decades and a discography that includes over 160 charting singles. His most famous song, “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” is often cited as one of the greatest country music songs of all time. Jones was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1992 and continued to influence the genre until his passing in 2013.
Nancy Jones recently released her memoir, Playin’ Possum: My Memories of George Jones, where she shares insights into their life together, including the challenges and triumphs they experienced. The memoir complements this new album release by offering fans a deeper understanding of the man behind the music.
Still Playin’ Possum: Honoring a Legend
At the 45th annual Telly Awards, Still Playin’ Possum: Music & Memories of George Jones received recognition for its outstanding celebration of Jones’ music legacy. The show featured performances from prominent artists like Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Tanya Tucker, and Wynonna, who paid tribute by covering Jones’ classic songs.
About Country Rewind Records
Founded by Thomas Gramuglia in 2014, Country Rewind Records is dedicated to releasing never-before-heard recordings from country music legends. The label aims to preserve the legacy of iconic artists by enhancing archival tracks with contemporary production elements, making them accessible to future generations.
