Ollie Strong

Jack Latimer · Post by **Jack Latimer** » 26 Mar 2006 8:04 am

I had a chance to catch Ollie Strong Saturday night playing with the band Steel Rail. What a great talent and that Fulawka sounds so good with him behind it. (Even when Ollie breaks a string he keeps his cool.) Watching someone like Ollie or any great player is good motivational fuel for a beginner like myself. However, playing in band myself almost every weekend prevents me from hearing other musicians, so with one night off it was so nice to just be on the other side of the stage to enjoy a pro like Ollie. Thanks for tunes and your time Ollie. <font size="1" color="#8e236b"><p align="center">[This message was edited by Jack Latimer on 26 March 2006 at 08:05 AM.]</p></FONT>

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 26 Mar 2006 9:13 am

I get to pick with Ollie when he comes to Florida during February. He is a great talent and a great person.

Beside steel, Ollie is an excellent lead guitar and fiddle player.

Ollie, his wife Rae and singer Rod Snow are a great trio.

Josh Watt · Post by **Josh Watt** » 5 Apr 2006 12:15 pm

I'm lucky enough to be learning how to pick from him. He's my grandpa, and i get lessons whenever I see him.

Jack Latimer · Post by **Jack Latimer** » 5 Apr 2006 12:48 pm

Josh, if you have half his talent you're already on your way. Your grampa is great on that steel.

Andy Greatrix · Post by **Andy Greatrix** » 5 Apr 2006 4:59 pm

Ollie Strong was, is and always will be a great player and a class act!