Bud Isaacs RIP

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 5 Sep 2016 2:15 am

Another of the pioneers gone. His work on "Slowly" caused a lot of us to want Pedal Steel Guitars.

Paul King · Post by **Paul King** » 5 Sep 2016 5:44 am

Another legend in the steel guitar world has gone on. Our loss is heavens gain.

Ron Whitworth · Post by **Ron Whitworth** » 5 Sep 2016 5:47 am

So very sorry to hear this. He led a revolution in pedal steel guitar. May Geri be comforted I know this is heartbreaking for her.
RIP Bud.
Ron

Tony Prior · Post by **Tony Prior** » 5 Sep 2016 6:04 am

RIP Bud, thank you for your amazing contributions and influence.

Jim Palenscar · Post by **Jim Palenscar** » 5 Sep 2016 7:22 am

Bud was one of my heroes in more sense than just the music he played. He was one of the most vibrant, feisty and funny people that I've ever met. Geri was his perfect "side-man" and my condolences to her and his family. He has etched his name in our hearts forever.

Sandra Scott-Wall · Post by **Sandra Scott-Wall** » 5 Sep 2016 8:20 am

Bud Isaacs is the 15th member of the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame inducted in 1984. Just listen to his music and you'll immediately know why he was inducted so early. Bud and Geri played the ISGC for many years and their Western Swing style has been sorely missed. God bless you Geri, we know your pain and our prayers are with you and your family.

Dave Grothusen · Post by **Dave Grothusen** » 5 Sep 2016 9:18 am

One of the first things I learned about the steel guitar was that there was something called the Isaacs pedal(s) and that is what I wanted to sound like. I never met him but saw him perform in St Louis. No one else sounded like Bud.
Thanks Bud and Geri.

Post by **Brad Bechtel** » 5 Sep 2016 9:34 am

My condolences to his family and friends. I hope he's in a better place, free from the pains that plagued him at the end of his life.

Herb Steiner · Post by **Herb Steiner** » 5 Sep 2016 10:05 am

Bud was a true gentleman, gracious and with a sly and infectious sense of humor both onstage and in private conversation. He and Geri swapped off one-liners in performance; sometimes he was straight-man, sometimes Geri. I don't mind saying I've stolen several of their onstage jokes for my own shows.

It's a great feeling when one of your idols shares his friendship with you. Bud was so very generous with his friendship. Love ya, man!

My deepest condolences to Geri. I wish you strength and peace.

Marco Schouten · Post by **Marco Schouten** » 5 Sep 2016 10:55 am

I'm very sad to hear of Bud's passing. I wish his family lot of strength.

Larry Petree · Post by **Larry Petree** » 5 Sep 2016 10:57 am

Very sad to hear of another of the steel guitar world hero's passing. He started the Isaac's tuning/pedals, that we all love, and it has evolved in to what it is today, thanks to many great minds, and knowledgeable, talented players.

Clyde Mattocks · Post by **Clyde Mattocks** » 5 Sep 2016 11:13 am

Man, he set us on a path didn't he? Prayers and comfort to his family.

Gary Cooper · Post by **Gary Cooper** » 5 Sep 2016 12:12 pm

The deaths of these true legends needs to stop. It seem like every week we learn of yet another legend and pioneer of the instrument has left us. Sometimes I am hesitant to even clink on the Gone Home link. Here is my philosopy -- tell all your family, friends, and musicians that you care about them and that you love them. Best wishes to everyone who reads this.

Terry Wood · Post by **Terry Wood** » 5 Sep 2016 1:33 pm

As others mentioned a True Legend of the Steel Guitar! I can't hardly remember a time when I didnt hear his Classic Steel Guitar song "Bud's Bounce" being performed by him and all the other Steel Guitar Greats! RIP Mr. Bud Issacs! Prayer for Jerry and the Family!

J R Rose · Post by **J R Rose** » 5 Sep 2016 2:19 pm

So sadden to hear this. He was a great man and created what we today know as The Pedal Steel Guitar. What more can be said. May Geri and family find peace and comfort. R.I.P. J.R. Rose

Andy Volk · Post by **Andy Volk** » 5 Sep 2016 5:25 pm

RIP Bud, a steel guitar legend. We only spoke once but it was memorable. A pioneer and an excellent steel guitarist.

Ronnie Miller · Post by **Ronnie Miller** » 5 Sep 2016 6:05 pm

Just seeing this, so very sorry to hear this news. RIP Bud..

pdl20 · Post by **pdl20** » 5 Sep 2016 7:01 pm

Another Legend Gone Home, God Bless Him. He got a lot of us trying to do that pedal sound.

Tommy Young · Post by **Tommy Young** » 6 Sep 2016 8:03 am

So sad another Legend has gone on we all getting older makes me think of my age i still listen to slowly and the wonderful sound he started. My condolences to his family and so many friends. Tommy

Gary Hoetker · Post by **Gary Hoetker** » 6 Sep 2016 10:53 am

We hear and read about those that fought during WW II as being The Greatest Generation and rightly so. There is a parallel to the Steel Guitar maestros that we are so familiar with primarily from the 50's, and 60's. I won't mention names for the reason I probably would forget someone. Each one was unique in their style and sound. We won't see there like again, imo. Thank you Mr. Isaacs and RIP !!

Bruce W Heffner · Post by **Bruce W Heffner** » 6 Sep 2016 11:58 am

This past Sunday around 11:00 am I was explaining to a fellow church member the workings of a pedal steel guitar and how it evolved. I told the story of Bud Issacs and the pedal on Slowly. How sad that with the passing of time,there aren't many of these pioneers and legends left.

Danny Hammers · Post by **Danny Hammers** » 6 Sep 2016 12:47 pm

Another sad day losing Bud, I talk with them as often as I could. We are going to miss you ole friend. Prayers for the family

Danny and Patricia

Junior Knight · Post by **Junior Knight** » 6 Sep 2016 1:52 pm

a true master of the steel has gone home..RIP sir!

Mickey Adams · Post by **Mickey Adams** » 6 Sep 2016 2:20 pm

Another great man...Sad news all around..

Ned McIntosh · Post by **Ned McIntosh** » 6 Sep 2016 6:32 pm

What can I say? 1954...Webb Pierce..."Slowly"...it all started right there. At that moment, Bud Isaacs initiated a truly seismic event in steel-guitar history. He pointed the way like a searchlight in a dark void.

RIP.

The Steel Guitar Forum

Bud Isaacs RIP

A hero lost

Bud

RIP Bud

How ironic.