All Blog Posts Tagged 'Doc' (3)

It was with great sadness that I heard the news that Doc Watson had died a couple of days ago. He has been a tremendous influence on me and an inspiration both in his music and in his life. He has been a part of my life for over 40 years I realise when thinking back. I read about him in about 1969 or 70 I suppose but living in a small town in the Central…

Today we lost not only one of the best musicians (and nicest people by all accounts) but also one of the most influencial players and singer of his generation. Doc Watson has died at the age of 89 following a fall which resulted in abdominal surgery, he had been in a critical condition for…

A while back I put up a post and video relating to Jimmie Rodgers, the singing brakeman. He has been a great inspiration and at times solace in my life.  Another person who has played that role is Doc Watson.…