It might go right by your ear, but then you try to imitate it. He'll do this backwards roll on the strings or something. Until you put the microscope on it, you kind of take his playing for granted. In doing this project, I found myself replaying some of his performances over and over, listening closely and wondering, 'How in the world did he do that?'. 'Nobody who plays the guitar has ever forgotten him.

'Chet was an amazing man', remarks Steve. On this outstanding collection, Steve Wariner even plays some of the guitars that Chet gave him over the years.

'Steve Wariner, c.g.p., My Tribute to Chet Atkins' (SelecTone Records, 2009) is a loving reflection of the many playing styles that the late Country Music Hall of Fame member performed during his journey from Appalachian obscurity to international superstardom. Steve Wariner, fresh from winning his fourth Grammy Award, is the hotshot Nashville guitarist and million-selling country star who is paying homage to the most recorded solo instrumentalist in history. Thank you, Steve Wariner, for your support of Gene Watson. You always know he's gonna deliver!īesides that, he's one of the nicest guys in the world' He is the consummate professional.Gene is the real deal. 'I would be honoured to give a quote about one of my very favourites, Gene Watson.Īt the risk of sounding clichéd, Gene Watson is like fine wine just getting better and better! This quote was submitted on Monday 25 January 2010. Sean Brady would like to take this opportunity to say 'thank you' to Steve Wariner who made a special contribution to this unique part of this online 'celebration of a Lone Star Hero'. It is here, within this special part of The Gene Watson Fan Site, that you have an opportunity to read a quote from Steve Wariner, which he submitted to this site on Monday 25 January 2010. Gene Watson's Peers within the country music industry believe in the sheer talent of this unassuming man from east Texas, so much so that Gene is regarded by many of them as 'the singer's singer' - and rightly so!Īll of Gene Watson's Peers, who were contacted by The Gene Watson Fan Site, during 2010, were most gracious with their time and words.

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