Guitarist Cameron Hill
Nick Rossi sent me this photo of Guitarist Cameron Hill this week which he acquired from Cameron’s nephew. Cameron had a great career as a musician playing with everyone from Bob Wills to Spade Cooley and so many more. You can read about him here.
In The Shop With: Johnny MacCree
I’ve had the pleasure to be in a few bands with Johnny MacCree, including Smith’s Ranch Boys and Golden Hill Ramblers. It’s always fun when we have time to get together and play some music.
Liner Note Legends #6: Smokey Hormel
It’s great to see guitarist Smokey Hormel featured on the documentary web series Liner Note Legends. The series gives recognition and insight to the talented musicians behind the scenes who have played on recordings in all genres that everyone has heard. I really enjoyed hearing Smokeys story in his own words. When you have time, check it out.
Sunburst Smith Special
Hey East Coast friends, the sunburst Smith Special just arrived at TR Crandall Guitars in New York yesterday. If you get a chance, go down and check it out.
C.A.R. Pickup Demo-Stewart Southern
Stewarts guitar arrived safely in the UK. We just got a clip of him playing some Grady Martin licks. It looks like its in good hands. Stewarts using Thomastik .012 flatwounds, a Tweed Bassman amp and an Alter Ego delay pedal.