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Howard Tate
From:
Leesville, Louisiana, USA, R.I.P.
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 1:53 pm |
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Bill did it again, a great lineup of players. A nice surprise, Lynn Owsley was there with that pretty Derby. He's not just a wonderful picker, he's a heck of an entertainer, with stories and jokes. Hank Corwin!!! Hank and Lynn did a set together with twin steels, then Hank did some alone. I've never heard anything like it, he played a GFI S10, and made it sound like C6 and every other tuning you've ever heard and the tone would make you want a GFI, absolutely gorgeous. You can never say enough about Buck Grantham, he plays things you never hear on steel and sounds great doing it. He even played "Ghost Riders", did a fine job on it. Joe Wright is always a favorite, one of the worlds great crowd pleasers. Bob Saxton just doesn't know there are some things that can't be done on guitar so he does them anyway, incredible. Beautiful Sera was there, but had to leave and did not perform, a pity. Sorry I can't mention every one, there were just too many fine players. Hal Higgins played steel, piano and bass, and sang so well. Billy Carr held drawings and gave free hats with the Carr's Steel Guitar Shop logo. He is a fine steeler and person,He'll treat you right for your steel guitar needs. Rusty Wilson sang on my set and did a great job, folks loved his voice. Rob Parker seems to know every song written and is a terrific singer. We missed Ben O'Dell. Sorry to be so long winded, as you can tell, I loved the show, thanks Bill.
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Billy Carr
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Seminary, Mississippi, USA (deceased)
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 2:35 pm
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You are correct Howard. This was one of the best steel shows we've had on the gulf coast. My hat is off to Bill Stafford for a great show. Everybody did a great job yesterday from the steel pickers to the staff band people. Rains, GFI, Derby,Emmons,Excel,Fessenden,Sierra and Mullen were well represented.
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Ron !
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 2:49 pm
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Billy if you have a nice Emmons LeGrande D10 shoot me a mail.I know someone is looking here.
Ron |
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Lynn Owsley
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Hendersonville, Tennessee
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 2:58 pm
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Wow!!!Hank,Barbie Corwin and I are still walking on air down here in the "Deep South."
We are so proud to be a part of something so good...We were really pleased with every thing and hope to do this again in the near future...
This was such a pleasure to see Hank come out of retirement and he sounds like he never stopped playing...
Our thanks to Bill Stafford and all who helped to make this happen...
And thanks again to all the pickers who made us sound good...and to Rob Parker for the fine vocals....And to all the other wonderful people who made us feel welcome "Thanks A Lot"
Lynn,Hank and Barbie[This message was edited by Lynn Owsley on 06 August 2006 at 04:02 PM.] |
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Buck Grantham R.I.P.
From:
Denham Springs, LA. USA
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 4:41 pm
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| Yes we did have a great time at the show . I injoyed all the pickers there and was real glad to get to meet Hank. He is a fine player and plays great bass too. My hat is off to Bill for getting such a great show together. Was glad to see Rob Parker down here to play and sing for us too.And also Lynn Owsley is always fun with his jokes and great playing. [This message was edited by Buck Grantham on 06 August 2006 at 05:42 PM.] |
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Rob Parker
From:
Paducah, Kentucky, R.I.P.
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Posted 6 Aug 2006 8:19 pm
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Boy !!!!!
What's not to like about the show...Great picking, vocals, band, food,visiting with old friends,meeting and making new friends...wish the next one was tomorrow, and I could go, and be invited to share all the fun...
Thank you Bill and Betty..Thank you for your hard work and dedication..and to your staff and volunteers..kudos to all of you....and a special thanks to all the great musicians...
And thank you for your hospitality...
For those that could not attend, or did not attend, or would not attend, you missed a great day of picking and grinning..Make plans to be at the next one....
RP...'come on in'... |
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Hal Higgins
From:
Denham Springs, LA
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Posted 7 Aug 2006 10:05 am
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There was so much talent and fun going on in Gulfport this past Sat. (8-5-06), it was really hard to say which one I liked best. Hank C knocked me out.....He may say that he's "not up to speed yet"....but not many, if any, could tell it......Lynn was spectacular, and it sure was good to see him again after these many years (I think it was around 1976 or 77),,,fantastic Lynn. I didn't get to stay and hear Joe Wright.....but I'm sure he was his usual great self.....and awesome player and entertainer........Bill did a fantastic job keeping everything together....thanks for the good time......anticipating the next one. HAL P.S. Buck G. You 'da man (cajun that is).......
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Be Blessed........HAL
2006 Rains w/8 & 5 Chestnut Burl Mica. Webb 6-14E Amp w/1501-4BW, Nashville 400. Evans preamp, Boss RV5, DD3, Digitech RP50, 2 Hilton Pedals, Walker Seat w/sidekick and backrest, Steelers Choice Seat with sidekick and backrest. BJS 10 string bar with birthstone. Zookies thumb pick L-30.[This message was edited by Hal Higgins on 07 August 2006 at 11:07 AM.] |
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Charlie C Harrison
From:
Decatur, Mississippi, USA
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Posted 7 Aug 2006 1:06 pm
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| Sure did hate to leave the show so soon. enjoyed what I heard. The Rains guitar sure did sound good. Billy, Jim Parker & Hal. You did a good job. Would like to have heard what the GFI sound like. Maybe next time. Hey Billy Carr ,You think I could get a Rains with my Sears Card ? |
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Billy Carr
From:
Seminary, Mississippi, USA (deceased)
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Posted 7 Aug 2006 2:02 pm
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Warren Cohran
From:
Georgia, USA
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Posted 7 Aug 2006 4:51 pm
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The show was great everybody played so well.
Barney Miller and Bob Saxton sound great together . Also want to thank Barney for letting Aaron jr play the harmonica. Also Joe Wright was fantastic great talent .And Hal Higgens sounded great singing and playing. Also all the people there were so friendly just helped to make this show so enjoyable.Thanks Bill for putting on such a great show . Warren |
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Roland Buras
From:
Kiln, MS, 45 miles east of New Orleans off I-10 USA
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Posted 7 Aug 2006 7:46 pm
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I Agree, it was a very successful show. Good Job Mr Billy Stafford. We really missed our Door Girl Miss Betty Stafford, Hope you get well soon. Want to thank Mr Rob Parker for singing on my program tremendous job Mr Rob, hope to do that again sometime. Also Mr Rob did some great playing on that steel guitar. Mr. Barney Miller what a steel guitar player, really enjoyed seeing you Barney. Thanks to my two son's that were there JOBY and JASON everyone enjoyed them as well. Mr Buck ' Joby really was proud that you asked him to play drums on your set. he hated to have to leave so soon. Ivan Reddington gets better every time i hear him , Ivan you had Myla , my 6 year old grand daughter just a Hula hulaing away. and Minnie Pearl was't that a treat. Mr. Hank Corwin and Lynn Owsley, a superb job , I could have swore you two done that before. Everyone done a wonderful job. thanks to the guy's that let me play lead guitar on there set. I sure missed ole Ben. hope that back is doing better. Mr. Buck i really think he did't want to share them Pickles. Ok Gang, Billy Carr, Jim Parker, Howard Tate, Big Will, Hal Higgins, AL Starnes, R C Vick, Winston Street OLD LEFTY and his group from Laurel,Mr Jim Adams, Bob Saxton, Gerald Ross, DAvid Easely, Danny Harold, Bert Correge, JR Jones, Dem Mobile boys" Gary Moore, Herbie Stewart, Paul (Franklin) and the rest of you pickers , we do appreciate your patronage and support. Oh Don't forget about the Unforgettable, Dog House player MR ED and Sister SERA and Joe Wright.
Thanks;
R J Buras
Excel SD12 9x7 (only playing 3x5) HA! HA! HA! [This message was edited by Roland Buras on 07 August 2006 at 08:53 PM.] [This message was edited by Roland Buras on 07 August 2006 at 08:55 PM.] |
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Ben ODell
From:
Agricola, Mississippi, USA
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Posted 8 Aug 2006 2:27 am
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Sure hate I missed such a great show. I've talked to a bunch of folks that said it was a sho-nuff good-un.
Just for the record, my ole wore out back went out, the Monday before the show. I've been laid up since.
However, I'm doing a little better now (after a couple of trips to the sawbones, one of them good shots, and a tremendous drain on the pocket book)but still ain't gonna break no speed records.
I appreciate all the calls and mail from everyone and the good wishes and prayers.
We gonna do it agian in December and Lord willin, I'll have all this stuff behind me.
It has been brought to my attention that Hank and Lynn brought the house down. Man I hate I missed that one.
Ben ODell
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J PARKER
From:
Meridian Miss
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Posted 8 Aug 2006 9:17 pm
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| Well folks i had a great time at the show i want to thank billy for the use of the rains guitar and to all the people that helped me on my part of the show. Bill Stafford what a great job you did on keeping the show going and i was also glad to see my long time friend charlie H there and hees a good player as well. Looking forward to seeeing everyone soon. Jim |
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Bill Stafford
From:
Gulfport,Ms. USA
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Posted 12 Aug 2006 10:49 am
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Well, all you wonderful players have said it much better than I ever could. It was one of our best good time shows. This only happens when the players, families, and audience is just having the best of times. That is what happened for our last show.
So, I will just extend my sincere thanks to all of you who were there and hope to see you in Oct for our next one.
Bill Stafford |
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Dr. Hugh Jeffreys
From:
Southaven, MS, USA
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Posted 14 Aug 2006 2:18 pm
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| When Bill Stafford is mentioned, what else can be said?? You're a real pro Bill! We really enjoyed our visit at the Sat. meet. ---HJ |
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