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JOE WRIGHT
With his unique approach, singer, steel guitar player and entertainer Joe Wright has become well known for his live shows and his comedy, splices with classic country steel guitar sounds and with elements of other musical genres. In addition, Joe Wright is an experienced teacher who instructs many players of all levels in seminars or with his books and courses.
Born: October 10, 1955
Jackson, Michigan
Inducted: 2014
JIM VEST
Jim has been a mainstay of the Nashville music scene as a steel guitarist, producer, songwriter and publisher as well as being an actor, singer and bandleader. Touring with top name artists before beginning a successful recording career, Jim is the recipient of many awards for his playing and producing. The idea for a Steel Guitar Hall of Fame originated with Jim Vest.
Born: February 15, 1941
Gunthersville, Alabama
Inducted: 2014
SONNY GARRISH
Starting as a member of Bill Anderson’s famous Po Boys in 1966, Sonny Garrish became a prominent studio musician in Nashville. Sonny’s versatility and musical skills soon caught the attention of producers as an important factor in the recording industry. His list of contributions to recording projects makes him one of the top studio musicians of his day.
Born: May 14, 1943
Fair Play, Maryland
Inducted: 2014
With his unique approach, singer, steel guitar player and entertainer Joe Wright has become well known for his live shows and his comedy, splices with classic country steel guitar sounds and with elements of other musical genres. In addition, Joe Wright is an experienced teacher who instructs many players of all levels in seminars or with his books and courses.
Born: October 10, 1955
Jackson, Michigan
Inducted: 2014
JIM VEST
Jim has been a mainstay of the Nashville music scene as a steel guitarist, producer, songwriter and publisher as well as being an actor, singer and bandleader. Touring with top name artists before beginning a successful recording career, Jim is the recipient of many awards for his playing and producing. The idea for a Steel Guitar Hall of Fame originated with Jim Vest.
Born: February 15, 1941
Gunthersville, Alabama
Inducted: 2014
SONNY GARRISH
Starting as a member of Bill Anderson’s famous Po Boys in 1966, Sonny Garrish became a prominent studio musician in Nashville. Sonny’s versatility and musical skills soon caught the attention of producers as an important factor in the recording industry. His list of contributions to recording projects makes him one of the top studio musicians of his day.
Born: May 14, 1943
Fair Play, Maryland
Inducted: 2014
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