Jim Smith's Memories from Memphis
Jim Smith's Memories from Memphis
Elvis Impersonator in Chesapeake, VA
Why hire Jim Smith's Memories from Memphis?
"Jim Smith is Virginia's ONLY Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist"
This is one of the most dynamic Elvis tributes on the east coast. This show is high energy, good clean fun entertainment for the whole family; it will leave you wanting more. Jim can perform any era of Elvis’ career; from the Fifties to the Vegas style shows of the Seventies. The show can be a solo act or with The Memories Band. If you and your guest want to be entertained, then this is the performer you need to hire.
A performance that memories are made of
We have had the pleasure of seeing Jim Smith perform on two occasions and were amazed with his performances. The variety of songs, sound and likeness of Elvis Presley were wonderful.
Because we enjoyed his performances so much I hired him to perform at a surprise birthday party for my wife. Once again he captured the audience with his performance; every single one of our guests remarked how much they enjoyed the performance and the likeness of his sound to Elvis Presley. I know of two of our guest inquired about him performing at events they were also planning.
Mr. Smith was very easy to work with, the contracting was simple, efficient and the entire process handled most professionally.
I have no reservations recommending him to perform and can say that the performance will be one enjoyed by all with many memories.
Robert C. Spadaccini, Sr.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Hired by: Robert C. S. S.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: April 9th, 2011
Event: Birthday Party in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Services provided: Elvis Impersonator
About
Jim Smith,
Jim presents an exceptionally dynamic Elvis Presley tribute show that packs the energy and power of the King of Rock and Roll. Jim was born in Jacksonville FL but a year later the Navy transferred Jim’s family to the Norfolk VA area where he was raised and still currently resides. At the age of 10, Elvis’ music came into his life. And he quickly found that Elvis’ music had no boundaries. Jim started imitating Elvis’ style of performing and the way he wore his hair. While performing with the musical ministry, as a drummer, Jim stepped forward to sing "Elvis" for a variety show and hasn’t stop performing since. Jim’s popularity continues to grow as he thrills crowds on the Eastern seaboard. Jim’s goal is to give people of all ages the opportunity to experience the music and the energy of Elvis.
Jim got his chance to be on the "world stage" in 2007, when he won the title of 'Grand Champion Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’ for The Viva Elvis and The Legends of Rock and Roll Festival in Virginia Beach, Virginia, which played host to the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Competition preliminary round, and was sent to Memphis, TN, to perform. Jim has had the honor to sing The National Anthem at The Scope Arena in Norfolk and the Verizon Wireless/Va Beach Amphitheater. He has also worked with the legendary Stamps Quartet, the backing male group that worked with Elvis from 1971 until his death in 1977. Jim’s attention to detail in his mannerisms, voice and stage presence is truly a respectful Tribute to the King of Rock and Roll.
Influences
Elvis Presley
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 30 - 180 minutes
You will get a professional, high energy show. I will give scarves to ladies, interact with the crowd and provide fun entertainment.
Stage/Setup Requirements:
A room for changing/ not a bathroom
Table for PA equipment
Water
Additional Notes:
As a solo act I require a room for changing (not a bathroom) and some water.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
This is just a partial song list, Jim knows over 700 Elvis songs
2001-See See Rider
All Shook Up
An Evening Prayer
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Band Intro
Big Hunk of Love
Big Boss Man
Blue Christmas
Blue Suede Shoes / Intro
Blue Suede Shoes---Short Version
Blue Berry Hill/ I Can't Stop Loving You
Blue Hawaii
Bosom of Abraham
Bridge Over Troubled Water
Burning Love
C'mon Everybody
Can't help Falling In Love-closing vamp
Don=t
Fever
For The Heart
Heartbreak Hotel
Help Me Make it Through the Night
Hi Heel Sneakers
Hound Dog 72
How Great Thou Art
Hurt How Great Tho Art
I Just Can=t Help Believin=
I Was The One
I Got a Woman
If I Get Home on Christmas Day
In the Ghetto
It's Impossible
It=s Now or Never
It=s Only Make Believe
Just Pretend
Kentucky Rain
Lawdy Miss Clawdy
Little Sister / Get Back
Love Me, Love the Life I lead
Love Me Tender
Mine
Mystery Train/Tigerman
Now and Then (There=s a Fool Such as I)
One Night
Patch It Up
Peace in The Valley
Polk Salad Annie
Promised Land
Proud Mary 72
Reconsider Baby
Release Me
Return to Sender
Rip It Up
Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me
Shake, Rattle and Roll
Silver Bells
Snowy Christmas Night
Something
Such a Night
Suspicious Minds
Sweet Caroline
T.R.O.U.B.L.E.
Teddy Bear Don't Be Cruel
That=s Alright Mama
The Wonder Of You
The Quest (The Impossible Dream)
The Lady Loves Me
Trilogy
Viva Las Vegas
Walk A Mile In My Shoes
Way Down
Winter Wonderland
Won=t You Wear My Ring
What I Say
You Lost That Lovin= Feelin=
Young and Beautiful
Performance Schedule
08-17-2013 — The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen VA.
08-10-2013 — Schwartz Center for the Arts, Dover Del.
07-20-2013 — College of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City NC
07-13-2013 — The Colonial Theatre, South Hill, VA
Past Booked Dates:
04-28-2013 — Beth Shalom Va Beach
04-07-2013 — Va Beach Private party
06-24-2012 — Sandstock Festival, Va Beach VA. Free addmission
05-21-2012 — The Ladies and The King Show,Khedive Shrine Center, Chesapeake, VA
04-07-2012 — The Ladies and The King Show, The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, Glen Allen, VA.
03-10-2012 — Ladies and The King, College of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City, NC
02-04-2012 — Private Party, Yorktown, VA
01-29-2012 — Beth Sholme, Virginia Beach, VA
01-28-2012 — Ladies and The King, Tributes to Brenda Lee, Patsy Cline, Elvis, Palace Theatre, Cape Charles, VA.
01-13-2012 — Atlantic Shores, Virginia Beach, VA.
12-29-2011 — Chesapeake Place, 6:45PM, Chesapeake, VA
12-17-2011 — Private Party, Virginia Beach, VA
12-16-2011 — Private Party, Norfolk VA.
12-14-2011 — Private Party, Virginia Beach, VA
12-10-2011 — Olde Towne Christmas, 4-6PM, Portsmouth, VA.
10-16-2011 — Private Party, Va Beach, VA
09-10-2011 — Relay For Life. Eastern Shore VA.
08-20-2011 — Pre Game Concert, Harbor Park, Norfolk, VA. 5:15PM
07-29-2011 — Atlantic Shores, Va, Beach, VA 4-5PM
06-26-2011 — Birthday party, Chesapeake, VA
06-24-2011 — Sandstock Festival, Va Beach VA. Free addmission
06-18-2011 — Private party- King William VA.
06-17-2011 — Emporia Country Club , Emporia, VA
06-16-2011 — Private Party, Va Beach, VA
06-11-2011 — Private Party, Va Beach, VA
06-05-2011 — Gas and Stema Engine Festival, Chippoakes State Park
06-04-2011 — Norfolk Relay For Life, Norfolk, VA
05-21-2011 — Ladysmith Day, Ladysmith VA.
05-14-2011 — Wedding, Norfolk, VA
05-06-2011 — Chesapeake Relay for Life, Chesapeake, VA
04-22-2011 — Atlantic Shores, Va Beach, VA
04-09-2011 — Private Party, Va Beach, VA
01-29-2011 — A Birthday tribute to Elvis, Gordon Center for the Performing Arts, Owings Mills, MD
01-22-2011 — Ladies and the King, Tributes to Brenda Lee, Patsy Cline and Elvis, Cape Charles Historic Palace Theatre, Cape Charles, VA
01-02-2011 — Beth Shalom, Virginia Beach, Va
12-29-2010 — Chesapeake Place, Chesapeake, VA
12-18-2010 — Private Party for the DAV Organization, Chesapeake Va
12-11-2010 — Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival, Portsmouth VA.
12-10-2010 — Private party, Rotary Club of Va Beach, Va Beach, VA
08-22-2009 — Show at the Warwick Moose Lodge, Newport News, VA
08-21-2009 — Fundraiser for Vetshouse, Norfolk, VA
07-29-2009 — Private Party , Richmond Va Area
07-25-2009 — Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, Legends Theater, Myrtle Beach, SC,
07-03-2009 — Fundraiser for The Young Life Group
06-27-2009 — Headliner on 17th Street Stage as part of the Sandstock Festival, Va Beach, VA.
06-05-2009 — American Cancer Relay For Life, Va Beach, VA.
05-30-2009 — Gas and Steam Engine Festival, Surry VA,
05-29-2009 — American Cancer Relay for Life, Chesapeake, VA
05-16-2009 — Ladysmith Day, Ladysmith, VA.
05-08-2009 — Sentara Village, Norfolk, VA.
04-08-2009 — Private Party, Virginia Beach, VA>
01-31-2009 — Elvis Birthday Bash, Chesapeake Va, More info soon
12-20-2008 — Private party, Suffolk, VA.
12-14-2008 — Private party, Norfolk, VA.
12-13-2008 — Old Towne Christmas, Porstmouth, Va
12-11-2008 — Christmas with Elvis at the Historic Palace Theater, Cape Charles, Virginia
09-22-2008 — Private Party, Norfolk Va
09-05-2008 — CHKD fund Raiser, Williamburg Va
Experience
2006: 36 gigs
2007: 38 gigs
2008: 35 gigs
2009: 12 gigs
2010: 40 gigs
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http://www.jimksmith.com/Schedule.html
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