Just wondering,Has the ISGC forgotten about Smiley?

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 11 Jun 2010 6:53 am

It's been a while since I got up early one Sunday in St. Louis to see and hear Smiley play..Even "E" was up at that hour with a great big smile on his face as Smiley put smiles on many faces with his version of the Pete Drake talk box steel....The whole world needs more Smiles..

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 11 Jun 2010 8:48 am

They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.

Chris Caruso · Post by **Chris Caruso** » 11 Jun 2010 4:33 pm

Joe, are you and Smiley going to make it to St. Louis this year?

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 12 Jun 2010 8:51 am

Chris I'd like to it would be fun to see you guys again..It all depends if Smiley goes I don't want to drive up alone..But we are planning to spend some time in New England probably late July early August..Say hi to Frank for me.. Glad you guys added a Steel..

Steve Hitsman · Post by **Steve Hitsman** » 12 Jun 2010 11:43 am

They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.

What is that supposed to mean?

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 13 Jun 2010 5:25 am

Its Supposed to Mean Thats My Opinion, Nothing More

Ransom Beers · Post by **Ransom Beers** » 14 Jun 2010 11:38 pm

Quote:
They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.

Just how much worse?

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 15 Jun 2010 3:55 am

Heres a sample of Smiley's Playing With Dennis Payne Singing

http://dekleyforum.com/view_topic.php?i ... o=535#p535

You be the judge.

Roger Kelly · Post by **Roger Kelly** » 15 Jun 2010 4:47 am

John, glad you posted some of Smileys playing. In my judgement Smiley is a extremely good player as this clip demonstrates. By the way, I understand your remark.
I have wondered how Smiley is doing these days. He used to post on here quite often but I have not seen him on here for a while. I hope he is well and happy.

Bill Ferguson · Post by **Bill Ferguson** » 15 Jun 2010 4:49 am

So I am curious John,
If I understand correctly, you say that the ISGC has been putting some "worse players than Smiley" on the stage.

I don't recall seeing you at the convention ever.

So where do you get your information?

I too would like to see Smiley on the show. I feel sure there is a reason why he is not.

Bill Ferguson

Steve Hitsman · Post by **Steve Hitsman** » 15 Jun 2010 5:14 am

Here's a link to last year's schedule... so you'll know who all the "worse" players are:

http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=163511

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 15 Jun 2010 5:40 am

I understand what John is trying to say..Smiley is a Journeyman steeler who has toured with top Artist and still makes a living doing the only job he has ever had for well over 50 years,sitting behind a Steel Guitar..When I started the thread I was curious because of a question asked me by friends in Ireland who asked me that question..Everyone has favorite players..As age catches all and the many respected greats are gone and others give up doing shows,I just thought that Smiley as many do belongs..He has not attended the last few years because he was asked to fill in for players who did..If a successful career in this music business means anything, respect from ones peers tops the list..

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 15 Jun 2010 6:15 am

Smiley is a great player. Superb. We should get to hear more from him.

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 15 Jun 2010 8:00 am

Bill Fergusson wrote

"I would like to see Smiley on the show,I feel sure there is a reason why he is not"

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 15 Jun 2010 8:02 am

Joe Casey wrote:Bill Fergusson wrote
"I would like to see Smiley on the show, I feel sure there is a reason why he is not"

You mean other than the fact that he wears his underwear outside his pants? Go figure...

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 15 Jun 2010 8:19 am

Jim,he wore those at my sons wedding..

I wish I had as much fun as Smiley does being Smiley..

And I ask you ,Does this not look like a true Steel Guitar Conventioner?

Ron Page · Post by **Ron Page** » 27 Jul 2010 8:48 am

If we're voting, Smiley sure gets my vote! It would be great to see you both there, Joe.

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 29 Jul 2010 9:28 am

I would never second-guess the ISGSC board members who decide these things. I don't envy their responsibility because they have so many more
players who qualify than they can select for the current year.

God bless you guys......you pay a dear price for your decisions.

......and I need to add that Smiley is one of my favorite players......among many!

admin · Post by **b0b** » 29 Jul 2010 9:38 am

Gene Jones wrote:I would never second-guess the ISGSC board members who decide these things.

Okay, I'll confess to ignorance here. What does ISGSC stand for, and who are the board members? (Bored members?

)

I'm a big fan of Smiley Roberts but since I won't be at the convention this year I'll save my breath for next year.

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 29 Jul 2010 10:54 am

The concern that I expressed on this post has been resolved, so it's time to remove it.

admin · Post by **b0b** » 29 Jul 2010 11:02 am

Gene, you're reading something between the lines that was not intended. I was not aware that a board determines who will play at the ISGC. I thought it was just Scotty. I'm sincere here - who's on the board?

Herb Steiner · Post by **Herb Steiner** » 29 Jul 2010 11:55 am

To clear up one very important point: The Steel Guitar Hall of Fame Committee DOES NOT select who plays on the show at ISGC. Those decisions rest in the hands of one person only: DeWitt Scott.

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 29 Jul 2010 1:12 pm

My mistake. I interpreted this topic as another "why hasn't 'name your choice' been nominated for the HOF" complaints!

As for my inclusion of the extra "S" in my reference to the ISGC, I deserve 40 lashes for my blasphemy and an apology to Bob.

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 5 Aug 2010 8:29 am

Bob, I interpreted your post questioning the extra "S" in ISGSC as condescending, so I reacted accordingly. I accept your explanation in good faith and wish to end this disagreement.

You are presenting a good website for the steelguitar world, and I appreciate what you have done.

Gene Jones

admin · Post by **b0b** » 5 Aug 2010 8:50 am

No problem, Gene. I understand what happened. Water under the bridge.

It would be great to hear Smiley play at the ISGC.