Jerry Reed Brings On The Heat, Releases 'Live Still' April 19, 2005

NASHVILLE, TN. (R/K Records) - With over 50 years of entertaining behind him, audiences might wonder whether Jerry Reed can still bring on the heat. Put your fears to rest: "The Guitar Man" is as hot as ever. LIVE STILL is just that: a live recording of eight of Reed's greatest hits and two outstanding new songs taped during a performance in Parsons, Kansas last year. LIVE STILL is proof that Reed is a master craftsman whose arsenal still includes that voice - that guitar - and more damned charisma than the law allows. Co-produced by Reed and Chet Hinesley (Doug Stone, Tony Joe White) and distributed by REDEYE, the R/K Records' release will be available in stores on April 19.

LIVE STILL is testimony to the well-roundedness of Jerry's long and successful career. That career is far from over, even though Jerry "officially" ended his touring days last fall. His upcoming single, "Father Time And Gravity," shows his energy and sense of humor are still intact. An irreverent and hilarious self- examination of the aging process, the record is sure to ring bells with anyone over the age of 30. "A Brand New Me" is a gospel-tinged nod to his Savior and the "country-church" sound made popular by The Statler Brothers

Jerry captivates and controls on this 10-song selection, from the opening notes of "Guitar Man," to the very last note played. His style is unmistakable - and the race is on as Reed rips through his smash hits: "When You're Hot You're Hot"; "She Got The Goldmine (I Got The Shaft)"; "East Bound And Down"; "Amos Moses"; "Thing Called Love"; "Lord Mr. Ford" and "Jerry's Breakdown Revisited."
These radio classics are played with Jerry's signature purpose, deftness and determination. His gut string and electric are prominent throughout, and his long- time band members, Bobby Lovett; Mark Thornton; John Riffe; Ms. Priss; Mike Bush; Jerry Roe and Hargus "Pig" Robbins tie it all together.