Sundance Selects plans Dec 4 release theatrically and on demand. If he sounds different on them, I will know he is faking. James Hodges Ellis (born James Hughes Bell, February 26, 1945 - December 12, 1998), who used the stage name Orion at times in his career, was an American singer. The coffin cover caused a lot of controversy and was replaced. Well, he then said: no, its that guy, pointing to the guy sitting on the bed. Orion - Jimmy Ellis - masked man Here is what the website says: ORION: The Man Who Would Be King 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. Jimmy "Orion" Ellis We only index and link to content provided on other servers. In later years after the breakup with Sun, Jimmy and I got back together for visits in Memphis. Cover/label scans wanted of any of the following: Cover scans of discs issued on the unofficial Jack Daniels label. Scans of the orange label version of the CD single SUNDAY FATHER on the Lanier Records label. http://www.elvisinfonet.com/spotlight-orion-2014.html, The Tonight Show from NY with Jimmy Fallon. SUBSCRIBE FOR ARTIST + LABEL NEWS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, EVENTS AND MORE. The music industry is filled with many strange tales of artists whose lives took unexpected turns on the winding road to success, but the saga of singer Jimmy Ellis is perhaps one of the weirdest of them all. 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. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________. How many Elvis tribute artists made a living without singing Elvis songs for most of their career? He quickly says "he sounds just like Elvis" and then puts on a copy of the mask worn by Orion for the album picture. The book has been a huge task with 12+ years of research. 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. )more than 20 items including coffee mugs, beer steins, calendars, mouse pad, t-shirts, sweat shirts and clocks, is the only Elvis stylist who nearly 20 years after his tragic death still elicits interest from his fans, is promoted today by a commercial company operating in his name, has several websites devoted to his life and music, had several of his recordings featured on the soundtrack of a number of films, has featured in a number of documentaries about music in the southern states of the USA, is the subject of a documentary film being released in 2015. ..replaced with a completely new cover and no coffin! So I said: come on, thats Elvis I have the album. The terrain is 2.5 and difficulty is 2 (out of 5). EIN:Jimmy Ellis, the personaway from the stage or recording studio. Take a look at the following table for more information. While performing at the Eastern States Exposition, Ellis took off the mask and swore to never wear it again. We have just received an intro and preview clip from the up coming documentary "Orion The Movie". On this website you will find the latest Orion/Jimmy Ellis news along with other info you might find useful. Jimmy Ellis - If I Can't Have You Click on the LP and 45 rpm records page. However, after failing to retain his popularity using his real name, he returned to performing as Orion in 1987. 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. Orion Jimmy Ellis - The Official Web Site | Jimmy ellis, Jimmy, Orion How many Elvis tribute artists have a fan club with more than 15,000 members? We let Bobby hear the record and he liked it but he said that it was too much like Presley, and he didnt think he could do anything with Jimmy.a huge mistake. It is hold together by a stitch in the upper left corner. Singleton duly took Orion back to Elvis's roots in rockabilly, rock 'n' roll, country, blues, and gospel. Inevitably, being born 10 years after Elvis, his struggle could never be won. I often wonder what that would have done for Jimmys career since Phil Walden was nationally known. The film 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. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRx7ice15YY, Backed by the Jordanaires and opening act Sherry Carlisle, Orion sang to a packed house on August 12, 1997 at Nashville's Nightlife Theater. is the only Elvis stylist to have merchandise and memorabilia released (still sold online in 2014! Giorgios book had just come out, so Singleton decided to cash in on its popularity and transform Jimmy Ellis into the mysterious Orion who had phoned the author earlier that year. He makes a mistake and some asshole over here says don't worry about it, it will be alright. Only Jimmy Ellis/Orion can lay claim to these remarkable achievements (and he could only be categorised as an Elvis tribute artist in his final years, well after his seminal period as the masked man, Orion). Very unfortunately, Jimmy Ellis along with his wife, was killed in December the 12th 1998 by a male robber. Excitement - Orion (Jimmy Ellis) was fun loving, had a great sense of humor, and a great personality. Scan of New Zealand release of the JERRY LEE LEWIS - DUETS album (Sun L27036). 1 1953-56'In Depth Book Review: 'Aloha From Hawaii' 40th Anniv LEGACY CD Review: Aloha From Hawaii - The Concert 2013- EIN Exclusive Review: 'Prince From Another Planet In-Depth Review: Once Upon A Time: Elvis and Anita (Memories of My Mother) - Book Review: 'A Boy From Tupelo' special In-depth Review: 'The Elvis Files Vol. Add your masked portrait to I Am Orion, THE ROLLERCOASTER RISE AND TRAGIC FALL OF THE I have to say I was floored. Jimmy Hodges Ellis (born Jimmy Hughes Bell, February 26, 1945 - December 12, 1998), who used the stage name Orion at times in his career, was an American singer. Bobby D.: Not very much except recording at home when the mood strikes. EIN:One of the incredible things about Jimmy and his Orion alter-ego is that there were around 150 bootleg recordings of his studio and live recordings released. The crew had also made a pretty decent copy of the blue mask Orion wore on the Reborn album. Jimmy Ellis (born February 26, 1945 - died December 12,1998) was born in Orrville, Alabama on February 26th of 1945. What exactly happened? Orion". . Leave a comment or question. Death 12 Dec 1998 (aged 53) . Elvis Presley: Was Jimmy 'Orion' Ellis The King's half-brother? The Ellis Lives! The Story of How the Idea That Elvis is Still Alive Got 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. Support Good Music. Orion Jimmy Ellis - The Official Web Site Michael Stevens ORION Almost ELVIS Official American Singers Orion Elvis The Man Official Jimmy Ellis "Orien" Graham Carpenter Elvis Aaron Presley Waiting In The Wings Apocalypse Ellis Jimmy Interview That was December 4, 1998 - The Nightlife Theatre in Nashville, TNwhat a show!!! Copyright the Elvis Information Network. Look for a micro hidden container. I hope people will remember that some of the masters are owned by us and others over in Norway/Denmark. he wears as mask At one point he even released the single Im Trying Not to Sound Like Elvis. During his time with Sun, Ellis/Orion cut over 11 albums and toured with the Oak Ridge Boys, Jerry Lee Lewis, and other stars like Dionne Warwick. Bobby D: Jimmy Ellis was actually the same off stage as he was on stage. Many years later, I recorded four songs at Stargem Studios in Nashville, the same studio Jimmy had also recorded at earlier. Instead of listing Ellis' first album on the label, Singleton printed a question mark. 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. They wrote both of the songs. He started the album on the record player to play Echoes of Love. Of the thousands who in some way look(ed), perform(ed) or sound(ed) like Elvis there is one performer who stands well apart from the rest. Lets hope this music finds a way out at some other point. It is written by myself (Kenneth Dokkeberg), Steve Kelley (Orions road manager) and Bobby Dillard (personal friends since College). I still record once in a while at home, as the mood strikes. The Elvis Information Network has been running since 1986 and is an EPE officially recognised Elvis fan club. All three men were apprehended. The record got a little airplay in Macon, GA in 1964. A year prior, Jimmy Ellis voice had been overdubbed with Jerry Lee Lewis on an old single from the Sun archives, Save the Last Dance for Me; on it, Ellis was billed only as Friend. The single made the Top 20 and caused quite a stir as listeners tried to guess the mysterious Friends identity. He was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States on February 26, 1945. Ellis first album appearance for Sun was as an unidentified singer singing duet with Jerry Lee Lewis on ten tracks of the 1978 album Duets (Sun 1011). Explore. Chet came back and said: Bobby, he sounds the same on all of them. 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). Scans of any Jimmy Ellis/Orion release or alternate versions not included on this website would be greatly appreciated. Ellis made a public confession in 1983 admitting he was Orion. He also recorded several albums for Sun between 1979 and 1981 and built up a substantial live following, still wearing his mask. There is no media rate for international shipping, but we are covering part of the high shipping cost. had 10 Top 100 hits on the Country Music Chart in the US! The Trammps Official Website/Biography The Dan Lentino Management Group in Las Vegas is honoring Orion / Jimmy Ellis posthumously with a lifetime achievement award. Mach-Hommy & Tha God Fahim - Notorious Dump Legends Volume 2 (WEB What you see is what you get. Jimmy "Orion" Ellis, also known as James Hughes Bell was an American Singer. 1 1953-56'In Depth Book Review: 'Aloha From Hawaii' 40th Anniv LEGACY CD Review: Aloha From Hawaii - The Concert 2013- EIN Exclusive Review: 'Prince From Another Planet In-Depth Review: Once Upon A Time: Elvis and Anita (Memories of My Mother) - Book Review: 'A Boy From Tupelo' special In-depth Review: 'The Elvis Files Vol. 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. His first two singles were covers of two of the Kings former hits, Thats All Right and Blue Moon of Kentucky.. Could you clarify who was working with him that day? Orion - Jimmy Ellis - masked man - bobby d. On Orion's 1979 debut album, Reborn (Sun 1912). Later that day, sheriff's deputies caught up with the two alleged accomplices, Andre Darren Lee, 19, who is the alleged gunman's brother, and Jerry Dewayne Johnson, 17, who is his cousin. Jimmy Ellis | Discography | Discogs For the soul singer, member of The Trammps, please see Jimmy Ellis (2) Sites: Wikipedia, orionjimmyellis.com, oriondiscs.com Aliases: This is the definitive book on a man with the voice of a King. Jimmy Fallon goes "Orion" - Fallon does segment on worst albums he says doNOT buy. Scans of the unofficial CD titled JIMMY ELLIS THE SINGLES. $4.00 shipping. Raised in Orrville, Alabama, Ellis began his recording career in 1964. 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 . How many other Elvis tribute artists have book, film and radio documentary adaptations of their story? EIN: What is Bobby D. doing, musically, these days? Jim Highley. Oct 7, 2013 - Orion Jimmy Ellis - The Official Web Site. Click on the LP and 45 rpm records page. Jimmy Ellis was one of the super talented yes like Elvis, Tom Jones, Engelbert my all-time favorite solo artists. This is a fan site. The guy shot at Jimmy again but missed. I really like the way he sang songs that Elvis never recorded in versions that still sounded a lot like Elvis. He was standing before the display counter in his Jimmy's Pawn and Package Store just after noon Saturday when the gunman burst in and, in seconds, turned the quiet shop into a slaughterhouse. 17 Comments / Elaine was sitting on a stool behind the counter top to the left of the entrance door and Jimmy was standing some feet away also behind the counter. NASA.gov brings you the latest images, videos and news from America's space agency. The film is being produced by Jeanie Finlay, a British artist and filmaker. After his "unmasking" more and more fans accepted Orion was not Elvis, and for those who could not let go of the King a new theory took form - yes the original Orion wasn't Elvis but the real (still alive) Elvis was replacing Jimmy Ellis on stage at various concerts! I could not believe what I was hearing. But, it was really him. I had just talked to him on Friday December 11. Solve the mystery and then use a smartphone or GPS device to navigate to the solution coordinates. All three are being held without bail and are facing the possibility of the death penalty on two counts of capital murder, authorities said. Wonder how in the world the producer picked an Orion album?? While in Germany, met my future wife, the daughter of a Major, fighter pilot stationed at the same base. 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. Artefact from Shelby Singleton's personal collection.conspiracy theorists, note the date! And that's the way it was. As they say all PR is good PR! Bobby D.: The gimmick of Orion lasted about 3 years. In an outstanding article in The Nashville Tennessean newspaper on August 12, 1997, it was reported that "Orion having the same vocal cords as Elvis has been both a kiss and a curse, but Orion sings his own tune!!!". He then dropped the gun, fled the store and drove off in a car with two accomplices, authorities said. Orion Jimmy Ellis - The Official Web Site Welcome!! Listeners of Orion were initially split into two camps: those who knew that Orion was Jimmy Ellis just having some fun sounding like Elvis , and others who sincerely believed or wanted to believe that he was truly Elvis coming back on the scene after faking his own death. He said: man you may make it before I do. Available now! 'There are many that believe that Elvis is still alive - if he is alive he wears a mask and goes by the name Orion' (Nashville News 1979) ORION's the story of Jimmy Ellis, an unknown singer plucked from obscurity, and thrust into the spotlight as part . A WARM WELCOME TO ORIONDISCS This website is a tribute to the U.S. recording artist Jimmy Ellis, and focuses on his many record releases. I couldnt quite make out the voice. Sundance Selects acquires Orion: The Man Who Would Be King for US Theatrical release. The answer is: ONE! 'The Wedding' Elvis & Priscilla EIN special Spotlight: 'Elvis In Ottawa' Spotlight & Elvis Interview: 'Elvis: Live at the International' Book Review: Elvis By Special Request '71 At 40 (Book Review): "Kissed By Elvis" Janet Fulton Interview: "ReBooked At The International'- in-depth Review: 'The Elvis Files Vol. She was 16 going on 21 and I was 21. James Hodges Ellis (born James Hughes Bell, February 26, 1945 December 12, 1998), who used the stage name Orion at times in his career, was an American singer. With Jerry Adams, Sharon Attaway Nettleton, Gail Brewer-Giorgio, Boomer Castleman. Among the titles are 'Such A Night', 'Honey', 'Patches', 'Ebony Eyes', 'Rocky', and 'Release Me'; the complete overdubs with Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Charlie Rich, and Carl Perkins, plus many previously unissued titles. The . I thought that was an odd question but I said: sure, its Elvis Presley. Popular Ellis/Orion bootleg releases included titles such as Crazy on the Blue Danube and Jimmy In A Viennese Cellar. 'The Wedding' Elvis & Priscilla EIN special Spotlight: 'Elvis In Ottawa' Spotlight & Elvis Interview: 'Elvis: Live at the International' Book Review: Elvis By Special Request '71 At 40 (Book Review): "Kissed By Elvis" Janet Fulton Interview: "ReBooked At The International'- in-depth Review: 'The Elvis Files Vol. In early 1965, I transferred to Georgia Southern College in Statesboro, GA and lost touch with Jimmy for a number of years. To see the film clip andmake a donation, pleaseclick on the link below. (EIN Comment: Bobby D. should get back to playing "live" - he is naturally gifted with a great voice!). When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Jimmy Hodges "Orion" Ellis Sr. (1945-1998) - Find [1] He attended Orrville High School, where he excelled in baseball, football and basketball. Ellis entered Middle Georgia College on an athletic scholarship, then transferred to Livingston State University. You tell your friends who tell their friends who tell their friends WHAT IS THUNDERCLAP? 'My voice is both a blessing and a curse' (Jimmy Ellis/Orion during media interview), Controversial Sun Records 1978 Orion 'Reborn' (coffin) album cover. We have just received an intro and preview clip of the up coming documentary "Orion The Movie". Bobby D.: Not really. [12] It was released theatrically in the US by Sundance Selects on December 4, 2015. However, in the beginning recordings like Save The Last Dance For Me, Ebony Eyes and Honey convinced many Elvis fans that their King was still physically among them. Even before the Orion phenomenon had really taken off he released a self-penned single on the small Boblo label, I'm Not Trying To Be Like Elvis. The answer.Jimmy Ellis aka the masked man, Orion. The Jimmy Ellis/Orion story is one of great potential, qualified success, ongoing disappointment and ultimately, tragedy! It is also very possible that several other titles circulating on the internet . EIN: Jimmys death was tragic! February 1945 - 13th. : Since Elvis' explosion onto the world stage in the mid 1950s there have been countless Elvis tribute artists, imitators, impersonators, stylists and sound-a-likes offering and emulating a watershed musical icon. Just before noon, he decided to go by his pawn shop to check on things. That day, Elaine Thompson, his x-wife was filling in for Shirley Connell who had gone home to Memphis for the weekend. Their fascinating book, True Disbelievers The Elvis Contagion, featured excerpts from several interviews with Jimmy Ellis which shed further light on his frustration with his musical direction, including: On working in the recording studio with Shelby Singleton, Jimmy stated: We'd play it back, you know, in Shelby's office, and I'd say, "That's not right." The Elvis Information Network has been running since 1986 and is an EPE officially recognised Elvis fan club. 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. In his insightful interview, Bobby D. reveals what (the real) Jimmy Ellis was like off-stage and covers a range of subjects including: Bobby D. operates the official Jimmy Ellis/Orion website and is a singer himself. Leave a comment or question. Shelby Singleton of Sun International decided to disguise Ellis' identity on his first Sun single, "That's All Right (Mama)"/"Blue Moon of Kentucky" (Sun 1129), leaving listeners to speculate that the songs might be alternate takes of Elvis' first first two songs. Allyson Adams 'The Rebel and The King' Interview: EIN interviews John Scheinfeld director of 'Fame & Fortune', Elvis Paradise Hawaiian Interview - with Peter Noone, Sam Thompson, Elvis' bodyguard, 2011 Interview. How many Elvis tribute artists are still remembered nearly 20 years after their death? I never gave up music and a friend and I played at a local pub for extra money while finishing school. The jury recommended Lee be sentenced to life without parole, but the judge sentenced Lee to death. Then, he introduced me to Jimmy Ellis, the guy by the tape recorder who had said nothing. In 1962, Ellis entered the Orrville (Alabama) High School talent show. We put the official web site www.orionjimmyellis.comtogether three months before his tragic death in December 1998. Raised in Orrville, Alabama, Ellis began his recording career in 1964. Thanks for your help! He then left the store and caught up with his two young friends waiting down the road in a car. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! He once said: you cant make it on someone elses coattail. 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. They are remembered for their hit single "Disco Inferno" (1976). 2. Informacin detallada del sitio web y la empresa: jean-puy.com Jean Puy un peintre fauve How many Elvis tribute artists have several websites devoted to them. Get the latest updates on NASA missions, watch NASA TV live, and learn about our quest to reveal the unknown and benefit all humankind. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. Al Benn: Spirit of 'Orion' lives on - The Montgomery Advertiser
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