Jimmy Torres
Rockabilly, Country Blues, Country--this is one side of Jimmy Torres. Songwriter of Wheels and other Classic Rock-n-roll hits(including co-writer of Sugar Shac
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I was the lead guitar player for the String-A-Longs in the late 1950s and early 1960s. We scored a major hit with a song I composed entitled "Wheels." After the String-A-Longs broke up, I continued to write and perform for a time with the Cobras, Jimmy Torres Trio and other entities But I "disappeared" after becoming disillusioned with the entertainment industry and many people in my life. But I always continued to write music and think of myself now primarily as a songwriter.Have you performed in front of an audience?I don't play much live at this time. My most special moment in the last couple of years was doing an appearance for an outdoor Special Olympics benefit. As I played, the clouds broke and a full rainbow appeared, completely encircling me on the bandstand. It was like God was smiling on me.
Your musical influences
I grew up with and hung out with Waylon Jennings, Roy Orbison, Nowlin Tubbs and others of that ilk. I'm told that I have been a musical influence on others, but I was most influenced by my father. I love Latin rhythms and a good melody line.What equipment do you use?
I recorded the Uncommon Man in Branson at a studio with studio musicians. For myself, I use an old Behringer mixing board which has lots of "head room."Contact
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Comments (2)
Great job with Uncommon Man, I live in Bend myself, my senior year of high school. I like how the song changes keys in the middle, like it keeps building up. If you have the time feel free to stop by my page, it's a lot different from this, but I'm sure both of my parents would love this song. If you play live anywhere I'll come and support you.
Jimmy is one of a kind. He has a true heart of gold. Thanks for your love your god son. David Jones
