George Jones: The Voice of Heartbreak and Honky Tonk George Glenn Jones (September 12, 1931 – April 26, 2013) was undeniably the quintessential voice of American country music—a singular performer whose soulful delivery and distinctive phrasing cemented his place as “the greatest living country singer.” Bill C. Malone eloquently summarized Jones’ impact: "For the two or three minutes consumed by a song, Jones immerses himself so completely in its lyrics, and in the mood it conveys, that the listener can scarcely avoid becoming similarly involved." His extraordinary career spanned decades, ma…