Jimmy Velvit
| Jimmy Velvit | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 11, 1941 |
| Origin | Coalgate, Oklahoma/Dallas, Texas |
| Genres | Rock and roll, R&B, C&W |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, entertainment promoter |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1961–present |
| Labels |
Cub Records Bell Records Tear Drop Records Abnak Records Collectables Records Seduction Records Alta Records Division Records Various Indie labels |
| Associated acts | Jimmy Reed, Jimmy Velvet, Johnny Rodriguez, Bobby Hendricks. |
| Website | Jimmy Velvit's Website, |
Jimmy Velvit is an American rock and roll singer, who began his career in the 1960s. His real name is James Mullins, originally from Coalgate, Oklahoma, later from Dallas, Texas. He is best known for recording a white rhythm and blues version, in 1962, of Robert & Johnny's 1958 hit "We Belong Together". Velvit's first release was "Sometimes at Night" on Division Records in 1961, afterwards released on Cub Records (a division of M-G-M). He also recorded under the name 'James Bell', in 1968, when he charted "He Ain't Country", a Country & Western release, for Bell Records.
In 2001, his album Sun Sea and Sand (Seduction SCD-103) was nominated for a Grammy Award. Velvit was still recording and performing as of 2014[update].
An authentic American early rock & roll hero, Jimmy Velvit is re-discovered in this 22-song digitally restored 1960's collection. "Rockin' With Velvit" contains all 11 of his national and regional rock hits plus 11 recently discovered unreleased gems. From hot rock & roll, to malt-shop pop, to dreamy teen ballads, Velvit proves why he's one of the era's most venerable entertainers. Recording session notes, vintage photos and radio charts mark the highlights of this early rock & roll pioneer. – Texola Music
"Jimmy Velvit was born in Coalgate, Oklahoma on January 11, 1941. After living there a short time he moved to Dallas with his parents. It was Jimmy's father who introduced him to the guitar and singing. Jimmy decided to give up singing to serve a short hitch in the Air Force. After completing his military service he cut a record Sometimes at Night (1961) which really gave him his start in the entertainment field. He then went on to record a song titled We Belong Together which made musical history from coast to coast. Its release has since caused even more demand for his personal appearances throughout the country." – Excerpt from a February 14, 1964 concert tour program starring Jimmy Velvit, Bill Black Combo, Gene Summers, Arthur K. Adams and The Imperials
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