I wish everyone would see Elvis the way JD Sumner did. And love a man like JD loved Elvis. They are now in Heaven together again. God bless them both.

@barbarataylor997

2 жыл бұрын

He was a Fine Man. If I say if he would have stayed with GOSPEL MUSIC. He Loved Jesus. Oh how He Loved Jesus. I Loved all his Music. But Gospel Music. Awesome. He gave his All.

@QueenCreole77

Жыл бұрын

Well said

@lilyannwebb7576

Жыл бұрын

He was the king,,they were his disciples in 1000 years , he will still be talked about!! Love elvis , the king is immortal.

@antoninalopez3656

Жыл бұрын

I can see how Elvis could be in deep conversations with JD, with the others he couldn't really be to deep with them they preferred the high fun life, My thoughts on Larry althogh he seems to be a good man (not sure if he believed in God), is that he confused Elvis abit with these other types of being a human.

@graciebentley1421

Жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree

44yrs later Still The king of rock and roll Elvis Presley Has best fans in the world 2021

@heidilemmer7936

2 жыл бұрын

Amen, I love J.D and my Elvis!!! Glory Glory Halealuia

@gigimoore3738

2 жыл бұрын

@@revondahead632 Amen!

It’s just amazing how 45 years after Elvis passed away he is still Blessing this world with the Gifts God gave him. What a beautiful tribute from a wonderful friend. It’s so admirable how Elvis’s friends reverenced Him and their deep loyalty to him❤️

@charzardtheking8407

Жыл бұрын

You can tell in this story. that. JD waste a true friend. of. Elvis. Presley. I am so glad. J D. Summer told the truth about. Elvis. There. has been so many lies said about. Elvis. The truth came from a honest man. J. Dd. Summer. I'm glad. Elvis. and. J D. Summer were friends. He stepped up for. Elvis and told thing as they. happened in. Elvis s Life. They are together now in. Heaven singing for the. Lord. I know it is so beautiful

@robbiejenkins4379

Жыл бұрын

What a lovely loyal friend was JD Sumner RIP ELVIS AND JD

Listening to this nearly 46 years later makes me want to cry!! But it was so well done! JD Summer was a rock to Elvis...and they are now making music for our Lord........

In my life I have come to believe that God takes us home when we are at the closet to him we are going to be Our time is not for us to have to understand but it’s always perfect in Gods time

Elvis Presley knew JD Sumner since he was 14 years old. They were very great friends. RIP to them both.

@gracieg7601

3 жыл бұрын

THEY DONT MAKE THEM BETTER THAN JD SUMNER!

@jancril7505

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure that's true

@Vanerov

3 жыл бұрын

@@jancril7505 JD Sumner said it himself in an interview numerous times, he's a Christian so why would He lie?

@janetstrothman8087

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vanerov Sometimes friends love runs deep

@Vanerov

2 жыл бұрын

@@janetstrothman8087 Mhm

Thank you. This is truly beautiful. I met you over 40 years ago in Lake Charles, LA. My father and I walked up to you after your show. I asked about Elvis. I can't remember your exact words, but I left the Civic Center that night feeling just a little closer to a man touched by our Lord Jesus. Since Elvis passed, I've listened to so many stories, but (with the exception of Ginger Alden and you), most of them highlighted their own lives, not his. I believe your understanding of this tender hearted man was given to you by God.

I am blown away what JD talks about its absolutely priceless he is a true gentleman & friend of Elvis......... I am so glad I watched this :)

Now they are surely singing together in HEAVEN ❤️🙏🎸

The best bass ever and the best singer ever. Miss you... ♪

You can feel how much he loved Elvis - so emotional - and Elvis loved him. Love J.D.'s voice singing and talking - so sad and beautiful. xxxxx

What a beautiful video here that Mr. J.D. made. I cried hearing this video what a story from J.D. to his lifetime friend Elvis. Elvis was lucky also to have a man around him like Mr. J.D. was. Rest in peace to both of them and thank you for your time living and singing to all of us.

Jd sumner loved Elvis. Elvis loved him.

@gloriajohnson2192

3 жыл бұрын

I still get tears in my eyes when I hear ELVIS sing or watch. A video ! GOD SURELY BROKE THE MOLD WHEN HE CREATED HIM !! WILL ALWAYS LOVE HIM! Thank you REX and Maudeame Humbard for witnessing to him on that special day, I believe it made a difference in his life!! And thank you J.D. FOR YOUR FAITHFUL FRIENDSHIP TO YOUR VERY DEAR FRIEND!!

This is the most beautiful Baritone voice .....speaking truth of my BAY BAY . Thankyou for this ....a Slave for Christ I will Always will be and ELVIS and I will see the light ...on the other side once again for it is the truth the light and Christ JESUS always told the truth and NEVER LIED. 🎄🕯️💜👣 GOD Bless y'all who read this and your families 😍🙏🌅

@vitormrmr

Жыл бұрын

Baritone/baritenor there: Elvis Basso profundo: JD Sumner

His love will linger on til eternity. Elvis has and will be my most touching gospel, love, rock'n'roll, country singer of all time.

Lovely stories bless Elvis and JD RIP together again

I always had great respect for JD. I listened to him when I was young. He was a wonderful man of God as well.

Beautiful poem by J. D. Sumner.

What a beautiful legacy, JD, did for Elvis. Both are great respected men. Love it

Beautiful,,,but sad makes me cry Elvis Presley was something special,,,,,I'll never forget him

What a beautiful heartfelt documentary What a special friend jJD. was to Elvis God bless Elvis and JD..

@cathygagnon4760

Жыл бұрын

If anyone's word about Elvis would be trustworthy, it would be J D Sumner! He Loved the Lord and he Loved Elvis like a Friend that sticks closer than a brother!

Que homenagem linda e emocionante, não consigo conter as lágrimas, notável o espaço que Elvis continua a ocupar nos nossos corações. Pedaços de uma vida excelentemente eternizados pela poderosa voz de JD Sumner! Amor eterno por Elvis❤🇵🇹18 de Junho de 2023

May God bless and keep JD and Elvis, they are now together with their Lord God.

JD Summer voice makes me cry as a Tribute to Elvis Presley

Can you imagine how Elvis would feel about this beautiful display of love by J.D. for Elvis if he were alive to hear it. J.D. Sumner was so special and Elvis had such respect for him. Now, both R.I.P.

Elvis was so blessed to have a friend like. JD SUMMER. THEY WERE TWO VERY SPECIAL MEN. IN HEAVEN TOGETHER NOW SINGING WITH. GODS ANGELS. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL CHOIR IN HEAVEN. LOVE AND MISS THEM BOTH. RIP IN HEAVEN ELVIS AND. JD SUMMER. SING ONE FOR ME. HOPE TO SEE YOU IN HEAVEN ONE DAY

Thanks for telling the truth finally you were a true friend

J.D. came back to God strongly in the last several years of his life. He had never lost faith but like all of us got caught up with wordly things.

@FLIPPER1439

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. As it was very discerning to hear him say Elvis wasn’t on drugs. I just watched an interview , and he talked about himself being an Alcoholic. “WHISKY” was his drink 🍹

This is beautiful. Elvis was a gift from God. I love him ❤️🔥😇🎶

Thank you God for elvis Presley and I d sumner we never forget

I was lucky enough to meet J.D. Sumner when he came to my school back in 1981 when I was 12 and spoke at our Bible Study class. J.D. spoke about how when he met Elvis at Graceland before he was going to work for him in 1971. He said that Elvis gave him his credit card and told him to go buy a new wardrobe and whatever else he needed. J.D. also spoke about Elvis' strong faith in God and his love of Gospel music. J.D. was never just "an employee". He was a devoted and loyal friend who went on to dispute false rumors made about Elvis and set the record straight. Elvis would have been touched and proud of how his close friend J.D. stood up for him when some others close to him merely looked to profit off of his name.

I met Gary Buck Buckles in 1982 he and his wife Sue..at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville I was 16 and My Mother was there as well for her heart..Gary was having Bi Pass surgery so Sue and I talked ..I saw wonderful pictures and heard so many stories..I met Gary and walked with him the day Sue had to leave for a little bit..walked him to meet my Mother she couldn't believe how kind he was and stories he told about Elvis..My Momma loved Elvis so did my Dad, my Brother and My Sister in law..We also loved the Stamps with whom Gary was the amazing tenor singer..as I walked him back to his room I passed the elevator and JD and others were going to Gary's room..I couldn't believe it..Sue, Gary and I kept in touch for quite some time until I lost the number..Hopefully they are all doing well❤ Meant so much to me!

How beautiful. Needless to say, tears reached my eyes.

what voice. Thank's . J.D. SUMNER you're a real friend of ELVIS. RIP J.D. SUMNER. RIP ELVIS. FRANCE.

Thank you for your sharing your wonderful awesome amazing video I love it👍☝️❤️

I love that recording from JD he loved Elvis and if you can believe anybody you can believe him he told what he knew and there's things that he didn't know also and maybe he didn't need to know but I do know Elvis was very religious you can just tell by the way he's actions were and when he got up onstage he sang the song to the Lord every concert and he's taking care of business and that's who Elvis was amen amen amen and thank you again thank you thank you thank you for the video

@gracieg7601

3 жыл бұрын

God bless this wonderful friend to Elvis.

I remember meeting JD Sumner and the Stamps years ago in Colorado when they were singing at a church there. He was such a down to Earth, kind, sweet man. Happy to talk with fans, who came to see them, and he spoke highly of Elvis. I'm glad Elvis had him in his life. I have so much respect for JD.

These are truly "Precious Memories". It seems like a lifetime ago yet in a way just yesterday.

TY, this is someone that knew Elvis for real. From before he was The King. And until the day he died. TY again for this.

I'm loving this venture into Elvis's life, including the Southern Gospel Music guys. Thinking about our losing them all is sad, but as a Christian, I know we'll all see each other again some day. It broke my heart more recently to know we lost sweet Charlie Hodge. What a great guy who was always a breath away from Elvis. ❤️

@ANNA-sd5ys

Жыл бұрын

When was that?

Elvis Presley was the closest thing to a human god! The greatest entertainer the world has ever seen, with A god-given voice along with extremely good looks and s style so many try to copy. I miss Elvis so I listen to his music all the time. Long live the King!

Brilhante! . Grata! .

God bless these two Angels 🕊️🕊️

What a beautiful eulogy JD.

Thank you so much JD Summer explains about Elvis Presley life , I know he’s a good kindest person amazing man! I love Elvis Presley so much! God bless him because he’s heart pure R. I. P. 🙏Elvis Presley and R. I. P. 🙏JD Summer 👍☝️🤴❤️😘

I’ve only found KZread about two years ago. I have watched every ELVIS video I can, every day, hours a day. Frustrating my husband 😉. I can’t believe how much is out there on Elvis. It’s been phenomenal. I know JD was a good friend and I know Elvis told JD once that he was worried about his drinking. JD convinced Elvis it was just a little whiskey to warm up his vocals. But I just saw a Geraldo show that is covering alcoholic/addicted celebrities and JD is up there with several others. I couldn’t believe it. Did anyone ever hear that? He said he drank two fifths a day!🥺 What does he mean he doesn’t believe Sonny and Red wrote the book? Sonny said on an interview “In the beginning we wrote it due to bitterness, I tell you…..

JD is so patient with these people. It’s so admirable of him. God bless him for being so sweet & patient.

I honestly believe J.D Sumner I believe he speaks the truth J.D is a man of God & I believe he speaks the truth about elvis. I believe Elvis & J.D were friends & probably the best of friends ( like family) R.I.P Elvis & R.I.P J.D Now you & Elvis can sing How great tho art in heaven. I love you both you will never ever be forgotten.

@sandralybrand9425

Жыл бұрын

Elvis always looked up to JD and really had a love for him. Many times Elvis called him in the middle of the night and spoke of things in the Bible. I think during those times Elvis looked at JD as a he'd called JD the night before he died and wanted to talk about something very important,JD was tying up loose ends to start the tour the next day and couldn't make it. He always regretted not going to see Elvis then. Elvis never would discuss things on the phone,he always wanted people there in person. Larry Geller and another person said Elvis was wanting to go on a gospel tour. Elvis said there were going to be alot of changes coming,and he was going to get rid of a lot of people,take time off and get healthy and take things in a different direction. I really believe that, because Elvis always wanted to be a gospel singer from a very young age. He was never happier than when he was singing Gospel. You could see it in his face and hear it in his voice when he sang a gospel song in his shows! You could hear in his voice the love and his whole being taken over by the words he was singing. Well, he's singing with the angels now and I know he's finally at peace and happy.

JD Did an Amazing speaking of His Dearest Friend Elvis. Thank You for Your Candidness. God Bless You Always.

Wauh, he did such an good job on this story, singing, telling about elvis, his friend❤️i had the chills all over❣️❣️. J. D a really, truly good friend off elvis and what a voice he has♥️❣️ god blesses his soul, what a beautiful man.. 💕🌹R. I. P J. D and Elvis🌹🌹♥️♥️ I bett you're are singing together more beautiful than ever, now high in the light of love💖💫🌠

So glad I listened to this because I believe JD sumner. I’ve always believed what he has said.

Thank you. J D for telling the truth of. Elvis

This is beautiful brought tears to my eyes!

@cathygagnon4760

Жыл бұрын

Yes Sheila William's, To mine too! 😥

God bless you JD. Such a beautiful song an telling of Elvis life here on Earth. We all love him so much an miss his concerts. He was a given soul.🙏🙏🕯️🙏🕯️🙏♥️ An his laugh an his wiggles. He was the king of Rock an Roll. Thank u JD. 🙏🕯️🙏

I could play this every day and it would still have the same effect.

Love this information from J.D. Sumner. He truly loved Elvis.

What an amazing,heartfelt documentary.God bless you JD and Elvis Presley.

@gracieg7601

3 жыл бұрын

He’s such a good person. I Loved JD.

This could not have been said said any better, or by a better man. Thank you Mr. Sumner❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

beautisul bought me to tears thank u for being a true friend

Much respect to JD for putting up with some of those questions.

Thank you s much JD for this winderfull interview and putting so many wrong stories right about my beatifull man Elvis ❤️I love Elvis since I am 10 years old ! I am 76 now and my love for this wonderfull boy/man is only getting stronger! His Spirit is still here! Love you😇💙😇then, now and always RIP my darling

OMG this brought tears to me. God bless Elvis and JD.

I’ve never heard anything so beautiful in my life thank you JD 🥰hope your singing with Elvis and the angels god love you 😘 give Elvis our love ❤️ and tell him he will never be forgotten by all his loyal fans 💔💔

I loved him. His music made my life easier. I've been to Graceland many many times. I hope to go back this summer. Was beautiful JD.

Thank you J D Sumner for this is true & we will always have his music TCB

I loved listening to j,d, talking, I felt like was back in church, beautiful speech by j,d, I miss elvis but have his beautiful music to listen every day, xxxxxxxxxxx

This is very insightful, a lot of new information was told by JD and told very sincerely.

JD Sumner was a wonderful friend to Elvis....EP forever 💞

So grateful to find this video. I miss both of them so much. I'm so glad JD made this video before he joined Elvis in Paradise.

This was a touching tribute to his friend , Elvis will live on in his legacy forever 💙 ❤ God bless Elvis and JD 😍🥰😍🥰x

Very touching testimony thank you. TCB⚡️ Forever ❤️EP, Connie

I was fortunate enough to know the great JD Sumner for most of my life. To me, he was also "Big Daddy" as he was to his grandchildren. I traveled to see him & The Stamps & The Masters Five. While The Stamps backed Elvis, I never went to the concerts, even though JD offered tickets & backstage passes. I preferred to wait & see JD in person & greet those Stamps in person! Yes, JD loved Elvis so much & would never have said anything negative about him, even though the media tried to paint our Elvis as a celebrity and idol as a "drug induced star." I only wish Elvis's closest caretakers could have gotten him into an intense care facility in time; however, I'll always believe God had His own time schedule for this wonderful man. We miss you, Elvis, and our fantastic JD Sumner. 🤗❤️❤️

@sandralybrand9425

Жыл бұрын

They didn't have facilities for addiction until around 1980 when Betty Ford opened one up.

Spoken as a true friend .. both good people

Amazing that Elvis has his “boy” finally with him

WOW, I WONDER HOW I COULD GET A COPY OF THE POME, I WOULD GUESS J D WROTE IT ??? THIS WAS JUST AWESOME....

@elizabethroscoe326

Жыл бұрын

The Stamps made a 45 recording of "Elvis Has Left the Building." I recommend that you reach out to Ed Enoch. He has most of the recordings & can point you in the right direction. God Bless, & may you find Peace! ❤️

@elizabethroscoe326

Жыл бұрын

JOANN, Austin, I sent a reply, but also want to add: Ed Enoch now holds rights to the name, "Stamps Quartet" if that helps you. I want you to get a copy of that wonderful poem!! Hugs! E ❤️

JD a great friend to Elvis herd a lot of the stories before. But still great to have them all here for the Elvis fans who haven't heard them before. Thanks for the upload.

@juliearmstrong1533

2 жыл бұрын

I just love JD's voice but wow he had the hairs on the back of my head stand up. I had wondered if JD was still with us but your comments have unfortunately confirmed this. Hate the thought of losing them all. To us Elvis fans they are all part of one big family. Love them all. Thank you for sharing this.x

@myelvischannel1992

2 жыл бұрын

@@juliearmstrong1533 Yes JD Sumner passed away in 1998. We lost Elvis drummer Ronnie Tutt a few weeks ago. Sadly there's not many people who where close to Elvis around now.

@juliearmstrong1533

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you JD for your honesty. I am in tears listening. Funny how we muster up inner strength at times in need JD certainly showed this inner strength. Pure emotion in his voice when he answers such foolish questions.x

@myelvischannel1992

2 жыл бұрын

@@juliearmstrong1533 Totally agree with you 🙏🙏🙏

@juliearmstrong1533

2 жыл бұрын

What about Joe Esposito and Charlie Hodge?x

What a beautiful interview 👏 Rest in Power to both of these gentlemen

Love this❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love Elvis Presley forever! My father use to take us to concerts, gospel quartet singings and music events. I can remember going to see JD Sumner and the Stamps several times, along with many other quartets and musicians but Not Elvis! I never got to see Elvis in person! ⚡️😢

Loved listening to J.D.Sumner

Enorme cancion, letra y melodia, maravillosamente interpretada, con magnificas fotos. Gracias✌👑👼❤🌹

Both these men gave the world so much joy. JD sang at Glady’s funeral and Elvis’s funeral. They knew eachother since Elvis was 14. JD said if Elvis found out someone was doing cocaine or pot or even drinking he’d fire them on the spot... with one exception. JD had an alcohol problem and he convinced Elvis that he needed whiskey to get that low bass voice. Lol He said on stage the whiskey was always on stage in a glass to his right. Elvis pulled him aside one day and said, “ JD, the whiskey isn’t affecting your job performance, but I’m worried about you and your health, that much alcohol will kill you. JD, told him, “ don’t worry Elvis, I got a handle on this. JD told this story on a talk show about addicts and I saw it here on KZread. It was funny how Elvis believed that crap & only JD was allowed to drink. It was said that Elvis legally changed the spelling of his middle name to Aaron with two A’s because he wanted the biblical spelling. It’s in many of his biographies. Sounds like something he’d do. 😊 HERE’S THAT INTERVIEW OF JD SAYING HE SOLD ELVIS THAT HE NEEDED THE WHISKEY TO SING LOW AND GET HIS BASS TONE VOICE. NOT TOO MANY PULLED A FAST ONE ON PRESLEY BUT THESE TWO MEN REALLY CARED FOR ONE ANOTHER. (Enjoy, I did) 😂 And of course, I’m glad he got through to the other side of his addiction which makes it lighter and easier to laugh about. #RIPElvisPresley 👑 #RIPJDSumner 🙏🏼 (I bet these two are singing there hearts out for Jesus. Please, tell my daddy I love and miss him so much) 💔 kzread.info/dash/bejne/dmxrksawo9aqYKQ.html

@sandralybrand9425

2 жыл бұрын

Elvis and JD are singing their gospel in heaven to their hearts content. Elvis has got his wish, the angels are rejoicing!

That was beautiful very beautiful I love that thank you so much

JD SUMMER'S WAS A WONDERFUL FRIEND TO ELVIS ABD REGRETS THE NIGHT ELVIS DIED ELVIS WANTED TO TALK TO JD I GUESS HE WILL BE UP THERE TALKING TO ELVIS NOW BOTH HAVE NO MORE TROUBLES GOD BLESS JD AND ELVIS

Such a true gentleman loyal till the end 💔RIP JD 😢🥰

Very true words...God Bless JD and Elvis ...this world is a lot better because of them both... very blessed and highly favored...until we meet again..rest in peace

He was the most dedicated songwriter and song singer and you love to perform for fans and his fans loved him unconditionally and he loved his fans and his family unconditionally long live the king

A hundred pick ups he gave away...what an awesome example of a human

Amazing tonality

What a beautiful interview ❤

I seen JD Summer perform in Tulsa great Show and he Talked about Elvis how they were really close friends that had to be hard loosing Elvis Two great Entertainers God bless them both

Meu Deus do céu que depoimento mais lindo do back vokal que o Elvis mais amava, lindo e engraçado, quantas pernipécias ele tinha que fazer pra conseguir respirar, saudades eternas 🎼🎶🎵🎸🎹👏👏❣

Jd is the greatest bass singer that ever lived his backing elvis was the greatest thing elvis was great it was a perfect fit I love and miss them both ladies and gentlemen 'the lowest bass singer in the world jd sumner' we will see you soon

Super bass!!

The King will never be forgotten!

Love it..

I’m a huge fan of elvis Presley’s I love 💕 elviss music and flims too elvis will always be the king 👑 of rock and roll 🎸 my dream is to visit Graceland and communicate with elvis elvis was an amazing entertainer that ever lived elvis will always be never forgotten from all us fans around the world 🌎 10:47am 🕺⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️ thanks tcb all the way ⚡️⚡️7:26pm

Mad Respect! You guys make amazing stuff. Appreciate it!

Non ho parole per esprimere la mia commozione ascoltando la voce del sig. J.D. che omaggia Elvis ricordandolo con aneddoti. E poi la parte finale....mi commuove davvero. Tanto onore a J.D , artista grandissimo e amico discreto di Elvis 🙏🌹

Well done.

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing. ❤️✝️❤️