With this new avenue of musical expression, Jimmy began writing songs and several were recorded with the Statler Brothers. The songs he wrote were all successful on the Country Music charts. These included: “Elizabeth”, “Too Much on my Heart”, “My Only Love”, “More Than a Name on a Wall”.

Jimmy was privileged to perform at the White House on two occasions, once for President Ronald Reagan, and once for President George Bush. He also presented a special gift to actress Elizabeth Taylor by singing his song “Elizabeth” to her for a birthday celebration.

Jimmy spent twenty-one years touring, singing, and performing with the Statler Brothers. The other three members of the group retired on October 26, 2002. Jimmy has seized this opportunity to launch a solo career as he still has many new songs to sing and lots of energy left for his fans.

He has been touring with his band in many U.S. states. Jimmy’s first solo CD entitled “When One Door Closes” was released August 2003. His second project, “I Believe”, is a gospel CD released in June of 2005 and the third, “Feels Like Christmas” was released December of 2006. Jimmy is currently living in Nashville and writing songs for future projects.