The Steel Guitar Forum

Over the years, I got to know Weldon, John Hughey, Hal Rugg, Jimmie Crawford and dozens more phenomenal steel players as a member of the NTSGA in Nashville.

Rest in peace, Weldon.

Bobbe, I always treasured getting in your store and talking to you. Especially loved to see what steel guitars you were rebuilding in the shop in the back. RIP, my friend.

Bob Putnam

When Vince sat down on the stool to watch PF "go to town on the steel solo", the crowd realized they were seeing some "serious" country. Way to go, Paul!

I bought quite a few steel guitar items from Herby over the years and he was always there to explain and help out.

Please remember Herby in your prayers.

Rest in peace.

Rob, you were there for everyone else. The entire Steel Community appreciates everything you ever did for us. We won't forget you. Thanks.
Bob Putnam

I have an early Kiesel lap steel guitar.

I was surprised when I went to the Carvin website yesterday to order more sound equipment and saw that Lowell had passed.

My condolences to the Kiesel family.

Bob Putnam

Donna Hammitt played her Franklin pedal steel for Bill for quite a while. What is she doing now?
Bob Putnam

Billy,

Thanks for the photos. I will take both Mic Stand Cases. I am also emailing you for payment info.

Bob Putnam

Billy,

Please email whatever photos you have of the mic. stand case(s) to: reputnam@aol.com

I will get back to you soon. Thanks.

Bob Putnam

Terry,

You and Shorty Rogers have done a very fine job on this issue. It is well constructed. I will help you with photos in the future also.

Bob Putnam

I was privilegd to do the photos for the show. They will be ready very soon. They will be shown on the web site. We will post on the Forum when this is completed. It was a great show! Thanks.

Bob Putnam

Jimmy, The NTSGA does a Super Jam every 3 months. The Jams are on the second Tuesdays of January, April, July and October. Last year we moved July's Jam to June to coincide with Fan Fair (the Tuesday before Fan Fair starts). More of the road guys are in that week. Keep your eye on NTSGA.com also. It...

Tim,

I've seen you play over in Indianapolis (with John Hughey)and I know you would do an outstanding job! If you can get back in this deal, I'd definitely do it! I hope you push for it.

Bob Putnam

Joan,

I think you have done an excellent job this year. It shows in the monthly meeting minutes recaps shown in the quarterly newsletter. I wish I could make more meetings, but I get a good idea of the meeting from your minutes. Joan for Secretary!!!

Bob Putnam

Bill,

Rusty Danmyer plays steel for Lee Ann Womack and does harmony on many of her songs.

Bob Putnam

I saw Gary and Dwight in the Chicago area on Sunday night, 9/23. They were great. I talked to Gary for a few minutes after the show and gave him some photos of the Michigan Steel Show (Grand Rapids) held in early April of this year. Gary was one of the featured players and did an outstanding job. Dw...

Larry, Pete is playing lead guitar for Dwight and produces his CDs also. If you pay close attention, Gary Morse is on the Forum from time to time when he is off the road for a day or more. I love reading Gary's postings because they are very well thought out and come from serious experience. Bob Put...

John,
Did Don Felder play any steel? He is a killer guitar picker and is a pretty good steel player. He has played steel on at least one of their videos.
Bob Putnam

Fred Newell did a great job! He wrote the instrumental used at the end of the televised portion. It was a good steel based tune.

Bob Putnam

I just watched him play his Fessenden. Though it wasn't country (and I didn't expect it to be) he really went to town.<FONT SIZE=1 COLOR="#8e236b"><p align=CENTER>[This message was edited by Bob Putnam on 07 August 2001 at 10:52 PM.]</p></FONT>

Donny, I have made it to two of the "Opry at the Ryman" shows during the past two months. The plan was for the Opry to be at the Ryman for the first two months of 2001 and then return to the Grand Ole Opry House for the rest of the year. They have done this in past years also. Man, it was ...

Dan, Rick and Jack,

Rick and Jack, you're both right. Paul did the sessions for the album. Steve is doing the tour. Steve's phone number is: 615-952-2351 and his e-mail address is: kgb1232@aol.com Paul's info is unlisted. Dan, that is a cool lick!

Bob Putnam

Johnny Cox,

Just watched the Opry and they had at least 6 shots of Johnny Cox, including his solo. Way to go Johnny! See you in a day or so. Hope you'll make the NTSGA Super Jam on Tuesday 7/11 at the Bell Cove Club in Hendersonville.

Bob Putnam

Johnny Cox is now playing steel for Connie Smith so that makes it even better!

Bob Putnam

Kevin,

They were referring to Danni Leigh.

Bob Putnam