Wayne Cox & Johnny Cox album.

Jerry Hayes · From: Virginia Beach, Va.

I just scored a copy of an old album by Wayne Cox & Johnny Cox called "Two of a Kind". I won't say who I got it from in case he doesn't want it known. Anyway, it was recorded a while back and features a picture of a young Johnny & a young Wayne on the cover. I've heard of Johnny and have admired his playing for quite a while now but had never heard Wayne play. To get to the point, he's DAMN GOOD!!!! The first cut is Alabama Jubilee which is clean, fast, and a cool foot stomper for sure. The next cut is "Harlem Nocturne" on which Wayne does a different treatment with Johnny on harmony. It's sort of a wah-wah type thing and very different. The next cut is the old Ray Price tune "Touch my Heart" which features mostly Johnny on some good ol' straight ahead E9th which we all love. The next cut is a cool version of the old big band tune "Perdido" in which Wayne & Johnny both play some great stuff together and by themselves. The next tune "Rock & Roll Lullaby" is probably my favorite on the album. I've always loved that song but never thought about doing it on steel. I'm working on it right now to add to my list, it's a good 'un. Johnny shines on the next cut "Satin Doll" and shows what a cool C6th player he was even back then. "She thinks I Still Care" features mostly Johnny and is another sweet piece of music. The next tune "Humpin" features Wayne and the great guitarist Bobby Whitton and the title describes it to a "T". It's really Humpin'. I belive Whitton is featured on the entire album but I'm not sure. If you have never heard "Little Bobby" you'd better set down before you do, he'll knock you out with his stuff. Also he plays with a thumbpick like you're supposed to....."Evergreen" is next and it's a wonderful arrangement even if I do hate Barbra Streisand. The last cut is "Secret Love" which features Johnny doing some hot Chalker things. You can tell he was a friend and fan of Curley's. Anyway, all that said, if you can find a copy of this album please check it out. I don't think it's in print anymore but it very well should be. It's a pretty old album I think but it's not dated at all. To me it sounds current and should be heard again. Maybe someone will think about putting it out on CD if they know who has the tracks. All in all when some of you forumites see Wayne post things on the forum you can rest assured that he knows what the hell he's talking about. The boy CAN PICK......

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Livin' in the Past and the Future with a 12 string Mooney Universal tuning.

[This message was edited by Jerry Hayes on 27 October 2002 at 07:27 AM.]

RON PRESTON · From: Dodson, Louisiana, USA

Jerry,
Just think about THIS...I live a mere 18 miles from Wayne Cox's place...I have talked to him via E-mail several times, and talked to him on the phone once, but, we haven't had the chance to meet yet.
I CAN'T WAIT....The drummer in my band has known Wayne for a long time, and has heard him play many times, and told me what a great picker he is, and what a SUPER person that Wayne is.
We both play on the weekends in different bands, BUT, WE WILL GET TOGETHER SOON!
I will let you guys know how it goes when we meet.

Wayne Cox · From: Chatham, Louisiana, USA * R.I.P.

WOW!! Thanks guys! Little Bobby was the predominant guitar player on the album,but there were others: Roy Melton & Roland Grisham,Charlie Archer,& Nickie Culver. Roland,Charlie,& Nickie all played rhythm on various tunes. Roy Melton deserves credit,not only for guitar work but also for the photography. What can I say about Little
Bobby whitton? Bobby stands about 5'5" but is a giant of a guitar player. Let me share something about Bobby's pickin' technique. He first learned to play with a flat pick (a "plectrum"). Then he learned to use a thumb pick,by using it like a flat pick. Not satisfied with that,he grew long finger nails and learned to use each of them individually (like a flat pick). Eventually,he learned to pick triads in up and down strokes,while using his thumb independantly. When Bobby used this unique technique,he sounded like 3 or 4 monster guitar players playing harmony together! As you can probably tell, Bobby is one of my heroes!
I doubt that there is anyone on the Forum who is not familiar with the artistry and talent of Johnny Cox. Even the great Buddy Emmons has given compliments about his playing. I sure can't top that! Suffice it to say that I love my "little brother's" playing,just like everyone else. Incidentally,we are not directly related,but I still claim him anyway!~~W.C.~~

Jimmy Lewis · From: Harrisonburg, Louisiana, USA

Wayne Cox is definitely a great player and a super guy. He was at my house a couple of weeks ago and he really knocked me out with his playing and also really inspired me a lot. I have known Wayne for several years now and think a lot of him. He came in the club where I was playing last year and sat in for a set. A really enjoyable evening.

[This message was edited by Jimmy Lewis on 31 October 2002 at 10:04 AM.]

Louie Hallford · From: denison tx

Are Johnny and Wayne brothers or picking buddies, or both?

I also have a copy of this album in my collection and love it.

Wayne Cox · From: Chatham, Louisiana, USA * R.I.P.

Johhny and I are just good friends and "pickin' buddies".
~~W.C.~~

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