Glen Campbell passed away 5 years ago today. The collection of songs on this album were recorded between the years of 1964 – 1968. Recorded for Elvis and intended to never be heard by anyone other than the King himself. I first discovered this album myself upon its release as a Record Store Day impulse purchase. As the 1st record after Glen Campbell’s passing, the reception of the record was not a great one. Often being touted as underwhelming and “nostalgic at best”. I happen to admire nostalgia. It’s an emotional sensation 2nd to only a vivid déjà vu experience. Nostalgia derives from a place of fondness – and that’s exactly where these 18 tracks take me. If you are a Glen Campbell or an Elvis fan, I recommend taking a stroll down this memory lane. The King eventually used 12 of the 18 tracks for himself.
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“Sings For The King is a quirky historical artifact that both delights and informs. It’s as if we can dial back time at a whim”
– @americanahighways
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“Sings for the King is a welcome addition to both the Campbell and Presley repertoires; Campbell for what is now heard, Presley for what was and was not issued. The demos here may not have been meant for a general release, but they stand up as worthy material that deserves a wider audience”
– @popmatters
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