I?m fan of Tony and I?ve been it for a number of yers, so keep op the goon work you are doing Keep on pickin Bluegrass Mogens Fabricius Aarhus, DK - Tuesday, June 28, 2005 at 02:00:01 (EDT) Hi Tony;I just love your flattop picking;keep up the good work.I also love to hear your uncle Frank pick that Dobro.He is about the best I've ever heard.It must be in the blood line. Dennis R. Hicks Pageland, SC - Monday, June 27, 2005 at 16:11:15 (EDT) Enjoyed seeing Tony at a Blue Grass Festival in Ashville Tn in 2004. Thanks for the great time Tony!! Teri Lewis Lexington, SC - Monday, June 27, 2005 at 10:09:24 (EDT) The store should re-launch tonight/tomorrow. Oh, and by the way we will have the re-issue of Tony's Gospel disc, Crossings this week. THANKS for your support! New gallery coming, and more info on the Dollywood shows. C - Sunday, June 26, 2005 at 22:29:59 (EDT) A message to Mr Tony Rice, Just caught your site after many years of listening to your music and watching you on DVD. (We do not get enough bluegrass in this country)You guys in the US do not know how lucky you are to have this kind of live music on your doorstep. Hopefully one day I will visit and see it for myself and soak up the atmosphere. Anychance of a UK visit Tony? Steve Kaufman has been flying the flag in the UK. We are less demonstrative and outgoing in this country but I would shout and scream like a good old boy if I could see you live. All the best to bluegrassers everywhere. George George Malcolmson Southsea, - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 11:49:36 (EDT) Speaking of good luthiers for guitars, anyone know of a very good one in South Florida? I'm getting a buzz on my 1st and 6th string, but it's not all the time. It's like sparatic (I guess the woods still changing...came from TN about 2 months ago). Thanks! Nathan - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 08:47:43 (EDT) Tony, when are You coming back to Asheville? By the way, Roy Noble is full of crap. The top on Tony's guitar looks to me like an original 30's top, only with a bigger sound hole. I have heard some stories about MR. Noble. Shane Presley Asheville, NC - Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 02:31:21 (EDT) I can attest-- Greenville Guitars is THE best and Blaine is THE expert on these instruments. I'm the proud owner of an outstanding vintage martin he sold me. I'll treasure it the rest of my life. anon NC - Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 23:13:15 (EDT) the d 18 was rebuilt by a friend of mine. Mr Herb David of Herb David guitar studio in ann arbor mi. he used to have a picture of it in the shop. ms mi - Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 17:14:11 (EDT) Looking for tortoiseshell. Preferably not antiques...but if they are nice I'd consider it. Shells, taxidermies, scutes, whatever. Tony rice approved this request. E-mail me at ExtinctFlatpicker@homail.com Mike - Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 16:20:18 (EDT) Greenville Guitars is the best shop for any quality Martin, Gibson Mando. see Blaine Hampton and get an education and an ear full from a know it all. But one thing Ill guarantee, you will get the fairest deal out there, and honesty. anom Richmond, VA - Monday, June 20, 2005 at 23:48:04 (EDT) "Roland said that Clarence used the D-28 mostly for rhythm and played his D-18 for leads, but Rice recalls seeing White play the D-28 quite often. Also, there has been some mention, in this magazine and others, of Roy Noble making "modifications" to the guitar. Rice says, "If there was any modification that was done to that instrument, I have no idea what it was. I don't have any idea how Roy Noble would have modified it. If he did, I wouldn't admit it (if I were him) because when I got the guitar it was a mess. It was a train wreck." The D-28 did need repairs while in White's ownership. Once, the Whites were at a gig in Ann Arbor when Clarence backed the van over both guitars. According to Roland, Clarence went down from the house they were staying in to load the guitars. When he got to the vehicle, he discovered the doors were locked and the keys were in the house, so he sat the guitars down, went back for the keys, returned, got in the car, backed-up and CRUNCH. The D-18 was hurt much worse than the D-28 and a repairman in Ann Arbor put it back together again. Roland said the D-18 actually sounded about the same if not better, in spite of having a whole lot of wood putty in it. " From Flatpicking Guitar Magazine Walter Flint Yosemite National Park, CA - Monday, June 20, 2005 at 00:39:22 (EDT) That Martin guitar on Roy Nobles web site is NOT the same guitar that Tony owns. That guitar (Nobles) does not have a bound fingerboard and the fingerboard does not extend into the soundhole. Tony's 1935 D-28 has never been re-topped and is obviously Adirondack spruce (just look at the width between the grain). Roy noble may have rebuilt a D-28 that Clarence owned but I do not believe it is the same guitar now in Tony's possession. There is a certain ambiguity in the way Roy Nobles web site presents its claim about a "famous Martin guitar" Walter Flint Yosemite National Park, CA - Monday, June 20, 2005 at 00:26:15 (EDT) Just caught the TRU performance at the Mayville Bluegrass Festival - great show. Looked like the guys (and gal - Ms. Bright) were having a great time, as was the audience. It was a little chilly, but that's early summer in Western NY for you. It looked like it took a few tunes to literally get warmed up! I hope Tony's comment regarding wanting to come back to Mayville next year comes to fruition. KPC Jamestown, NY - Sunday, June 19, 2005 at 22:28:35 (EDT) Someone please set the record straight, about the ol' bone! I was just on Roy Noble's site and apparently, he claims to have rebuilt the ol' bone when Clarence ran over it. "There are many rumors floating around about a Martin guitar that Clarence White owned and played. In order to set the historical record straight. Roy Noble rebuilt one of Clarence White's Martins after it had suffered extensive damage. A new Noble Sitka Spruce top with an extra large sound hole and new neck were fitted to the remains of his Martin D-28 shell. The fingerboard was unadorned and no decal on the headstock as requested by Clarence. The guitar is legendary among those who have played it. See Guitar Player 09/79 for additional information " That is what was on the website. Someone please clarify it, preferably Tony, Pam, Larry, Wyatt, or any of the people who are close to Tony and the guitar. Justin Nauss - Sunday, June 19, 2005 at 19:09:33 (EDT) I have been a fan of yours for many years and I'm so happy to find your web page. It is good to see you doing well and still touring. I was told Larry was having some health problems but pray he will recover and be completely healed. The picture of you, Wyatt and Larry combines some of the greatest talent in the country. Stay healthy and God bless.mugu@aol.com Mugu Maga New York, New York - Friday, June 17, 2005 at 07:24:07 (EDT) speaking of ernest t. bass the first cutt on sammy shelor's album is called ernest t. grass and it really kicks ass check it out tony rips it up!!! (just trying to make the best of this jibrish) cj lex, ky - Friday, June 17, 2005 at 01:21:22 (EDT) Tony is probably one of the best pickers ever to come for a long time. Not just because of his ability, but because he came before a lot of today's pickers. He set the standard. It's harder to be the original you know. But I'm really looking for some shell. I don't want antiques I want shell. Full taxidermies or just shells (finished or raw). No games, no rookies, e-mail me at extinctflatpicker@hotmail.com. Thanks! Mike Mike - Thursday, June 16, 2005 at 10:25:41 (EDT) does anyone know where to find some good pictures of the original NEW SOUTH with Crowe and Tony??? CJ lex, ky - Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at 17:31:50 (EDT) Tony I have listened to your music for a long time and I have to say you are the best guitarist thats ever picked up a Martin guitar. You have the smoothest right hand movement and your guitars always has a real ring to them. Well it was nice to drop a line to you and you keep doing what you do best, keep bending them strings. Tony White New Market, Al. - Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at 14:42:21 (EDT) Earl- yes i do go to the fish tank because my good friend and guitar teacher is the mandolin player. There album is out under the New Kentucky String Ticklers on CDBABY.com there is lots of grisman style stuff on there, as well as traditional. Check it out u can preview it...if you like collective you will like this!! CJ Lex, ky - Monday, June 13, 2005 at 22:04:13 (EDT) I love GOD~ my family~ and Tony Rice Truitt Justus Hurley, Va - Monday, June 13, 2005 at 08:17:20 (EDT) I have been a Tony Rice fan of Tony's for a number of years I recently sawTony at SVCC and was wondering if Tony's voice loss is or temporary Truitt Justus Hurley, VaI - Monday, June 13, 2005 at 08:05:18 (EDT) Happy birthday Tony! merle columbus, oh - Sunday, June 12, 2005 at 00:47:14 (EDT) im 14 and have been playin guitar for 2 year and i just wanted you to know u inspired me to play when i first heard you on a tape my dad has. your dvd really helped me alot with my playin and i just wanted to say thanks for makeing videos to help people with there playing. seth buckhannon, wv - Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 16:32:49 (EDT) Hey Friends, Just saw where Mountain Home is re-releasing Crossings, Tony's all gospel CD. I hope you are as excited as I am about this. Thanks Tony! Trey Lambert Nashville, TN - Friday, June 10, 2005 at 10:50:39 (EDT) Hey! Wow, Tony is so awsome, he is so talented with his pickin' and I could listen to him all day, everyday! I have only been playing Guitar for about 5 months and I already know, blackberry blosson, whiskey before breakfast, and Cheyenne is next on my list, how great of a song is that! I Love Tony Rice!! Patricia J Jonesboro, GA - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 21:37:18 (EDT) this is a family affair, everyone in marion has been on this thing, guess they know who's the daddy!!!!!! Colby Laney marion, n.c. - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 18:20:28 (EDT) happy B-day man. You're my flippin hero, I don't care what anyone says. Colby Laney marion , nc - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 18:16:36 (EDT) Happy late Birthday Mr. Rice! We had a party in your honor last nite. You are beyond the greatest. I saw your performance with Peter Rowan in Ashville at the "Firstclass" show and then at Merlefest. I would pay to see it again! Keep pickin'...we can't get enough of you! Jordan L Marion, NC - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 10:20:17 (EDT) Good Victor victorf@zmail.com, http://www.buy-for.nm.ru - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 08:33:51 (EDT) i saw tony in ashville n.c. with the bluegrass album band early 80,s. great show grodon lightfoot was there in the house. Thomas Wolfe auditorium.nov25th 1983with the marc pruett band.my dasd came in from michigan that day and we drove strigth to ashville from knoxville. that night. great show 1st time i saw tony. also seen him at the tennesse theater with the newgrass revial. great shows great times seen tony in michigan a dozen times the ark great show tony columbus frontier farm some good shows there the one when earl scruggs was there was great late night jam with tim obrin and jerry d & ricky spimkins just wanted to share. i have a live ablum of the new south in japan tony jd sckaggs flux slone can anybody get any more . tony u should put out a live cd make it a double thanks bigjim smith in the hills of tennesse Lafollette tenn bjgjim knoxville , tn - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 07:40:48 (EDT) Happy Birthday, Mr. Rice, and thank you for all those years of your wonderful music. Alois Graz, AUT - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 06:19:02 (EDT) Tony, happy birthday!! Hope you had a great one. Thank you so much for everything youve done for my (and ten million other delirously happy fans')pursuit of flatpicking guitar. Your instructional DVDs are a continual joy and delight as i go down my road of learning bluegrass. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Jim K. Louisville, KY - Thursday, June 09, 2005 at 01:16:19 (EDT) Keep on pickin Tony. Happy Birthday. C+L - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 23:46:28 (EDT) Happy B.day, Tony! Brad A. - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 22:24:26 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony!!!! What a wonderful artist you are.Being from my home town is even better. Carol Gammon Reidsville, NC - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 18:57:09 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony...Keep pickin it hard!! Dave G Marion, NC - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 16:21:00 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony...Keep pickin it hard!! Dave G Marion, NC - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 16:20:40 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony...Keep pickin in hard!! Dave G Marion, NC - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 16:19:48 (EDT) Happy birthday Tony! Hope you are surrounded by family and friends and those you love. God Bless Scott Sullivan Pascagoula, MS - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 12:11:02 (EDT) Happy B-day Tony! You da man. Nate R NPB, FL - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 11:45:16 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony. June 8. Dave - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 11:12:54 (EDT) Good Victor victorf@zmail.com, http://avmodelp.h15.ru - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 09:00:25 (EDT) happy birthday. tony i must have wore out 4 copies of Rice& Scaggs. its my "faveorite" kenny scott claycity, ky - Wednesday, June 08, 2005 at 07:03:47 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony and wishing You many more my friend. Sincerely, Z. F. Z. F. Nashville, TN - Tuesday, June 07, 2005 at 23:56:14 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony, keep it up. Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Tuesday, June 07, 2005 at 21:30:26 (EDT) Tony: happy birthday, hope you have a great one. You're one of a kind and a great inspiration to us all - God Bless. D. Price Alpharetta, GA - Tuesday, June 07, 2005 at 18:40:26 (EDT) We visited Saturday with guitar craftsman Randy Wood in Bloomingdale, Georgia. Randy is working on a DVD of Tony and Vassar's 2004 Christmas performance at the barn next door to the shop. For those interested in a special feature of legendary performers recommend stay tuned to www.randywoodguitars.com. Randy, Tony, and Vassar have been friends for a long time and the DVD will be a treasure. Birthday greetings to Tony Rice. Happy Trails. jgriffinscs1@aol.com John Charles Griffin Macon, GA - Monday, June 06, 2005 at 20:44:22 (EDT) OK Folks, it is easy to put someone elses name on here, this is Christian (maintainer of the site), I have NOT signed this guestbook as Tony's webmaster, nor would we. Please folks, keep it real. Happy Pre-Birthday Tony, we love you. C - Sunday, June 05, 2005 at 23:46:05 (EDT) And that has what to do with Tony Rice? Huh? - Sunday, June 05, 2005 at 20:21:59 (EDT) Dont forget Tony fans, Tony will be celebrating a birthday the 8th of this month. So a early Happy Birthday to You Tony. I drive a big rig and Your music Keeps me company and awake on those long "turn arounds". Frank Roper Johnson City, TN - Saturday, June 04, 2005 at 06:46:10 (EDT) I'm glad I was introduced to the music of Tony Rice some time back. He's definitely an inspiration for musicians who play guitar. Above all, his music is great and brings together many styles which I like. Jim Portillo Seattle, WA - Friday, June 03, 2005 at 20:56:41 (EDT) I can't wait to see You at dollywood. Carrie Carrie Meadows Pigeon Forge, TN - Thursday, June 02, 2005 at 17:57:08 (EDT) Nick, do you pick? I am in North Palm Beach, presumably right next to you. We play all the time here. We're always lookin' for some new blood to pick with. I don't think I ever see you at any festivals? Give me an e-mail if you'd like Nates_Sheer@Hotmail.com. Nathan NPB, FL - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 23:43:13 (EDT) Been following Your music for close to 10 years now and you never cease to amaze me. Please come to Florida soon. You have alot of fans down here. A fan. Nick Aldeson Nick Aldeson Palm Beach, FL - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 22:24:56 (EDT) Anyone know more about the benefit Steve Kaufman spoke of? Is it for Larry, Vassar, or a different cause? Thanks... Will - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 20:22:03 (EDT) Tony's Webmaster, that last post was not by me, I think it was by "Educated Fool." Man I really struck a nerve with You "Educated fool". You must be a school teacher, if so, I can understand Your aggressive personality. lol Either way, to show my respect for Tony, I will not post no more messages on the board, so if any other post's are left and are signed OL' Roscoe, or Roscoe Moore, You can bet, it wont be by me. Keep the great music coming Tony and thank You webmaster for being smart enough to figure out this mess. All the best. Roscoe Moore. Roscoe Moore Newland, NC - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 16:04:08 (EDT) I second that emotion, original Ol Roscoe! We all know you are not posting these crude messages. I guess some folks have an excess of time on their hands. Tony's Webmaster Asheville, NC - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 15:52:55 (EDT) Tony Rice has an exceptional amount of class and by you impersonating me it just makes you look bad. Stop making a fool of yourself and making this guestbook a joke! If you don't have anything good to say about Tony, his music, or his fans, then don't post here. And overall, please don't post about me anymore. I'm fairly fragile and can't handle unnecesary verbal abuse. Even the webmaster has asked politely, please stop? Thanks, and I'm sorry for the community for being targetted in this matter. The Original OL' Roscoe NC - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 14:17:30 (EDT) I've been a Tony Rice fan since I first heard him in '75 with J.D. Crowe. I'm in a band now called NewFound Road, and we listen to something he's recorded every weekend. You drive me to be a better singer, banjoist, and guitarist. I'd love to meet you someday, and maybe pick a little. God bless you sir, and the music you've given us. Best regards, Jr Williams Jr Williams Irvine, Ky - Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 10:25:38 (EDT) I hope You are not talking about me, because I have not done or said anything out of the way, except for the person posting as me. All the Best, Roscoe Moore The Original OL' Roscoe NC - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 20:06:14 (EDT) If you keep posting stupid comments, I will turn the guestbook off, Ol Roscoe impersonator. Grow up. BTW, Tony is first class. You are not. Sorry folks. Tony's Webmaster Asheville, NC - Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 14:33:03 (EDT) Tony Rice is my idol i first met Tony in Asheville Nc at the first class bluegrass festival i got to hold jis coffe while he unloaded his guitar from his car i guitar my self and i have every on of his cds he knows mt grandpa Al Wood hes a bajo player but i have always enjoyed your music Tony Jason Wood Statesville, nc - Monday, May 30, 2005 at 23:10:36 (EDT) Thanks Wally. Tony does do some great picking on Mar West, especially on the cuts "Is that so" and "Mar East." The Original OL' Roscoe NC - Monday, May 30, 2005 at 20:24:42 (EDT) I still can't place him. Does he play the accordion or the piano? wes - Monday, May 30, 2005 at 16:08:09 (EDT) nah, it wasn't Andy Griffith, it was the Beverly Hillbillies...lol Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Sunday, May 29, 2005 at 23:40:22 (EDT) didn,t he used to play on andy griffith? dave campbell denton, ky - Sunday, May 29, 2005 at 13:47:26 (EDT) Never heard of Roy Clark. wes - Saturday, May 28, 2005 at 16:46:19 (EDT) Hey Tony fans! Steve Kaufman here, just wanted to give everyone a heads up about the benefit we're doing in July. We're trying to get 4 or 5 more top-of-the-line guitar pickers to come! It's gonna be a great time! Steve Steve Kaufman - Friday, May 27, 2005 at 10:19:24 (EDT) I saw you at Merlefest 2005. Awesome adventure. I am inspired to pick up the guitar again from a 30 year layoff and learn to flatpick. David J. Bentz Omaha, NE - Friday, May 27, 2005 at 07:58:39 (EDT) I was wondering about the book also? Can someone please give us an update? Looking forward to it. Stevie Baines Stevie Baines Hugo, OK - Friday, May 27, 2005 at 00:01:31 (EDT) Hi all - I'm the photographer who put together BlueGrassHarvest.com Anyway - looks like the menu the the bottom of the main page is working ok now. Sorry if you all went there to see some Tony shots and it didn't want to fly. Tony is and has always been my favorite subject, both to photograph and to listne to. Enjoy! Jeromie Tucson, AZ - Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 09:19:20 (EDT) Cool!!! Victor victorf@zmail.com, http://www.phentermine-37.nm.ru/phentermine-canada.html - Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 03:40:36 (EDT) I know first hand who is in the Unit now. It's Tony, John Hickman, Steve Spurgin, Byron Berline, and Ronnie Bowman. It's gonna rock! I love you Tony Rice! Your the best flatpicker in the whole wide world! You little put-em-there you! GO TONY, your new Unit is awesome! OL' Roscoe NC - Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 00:00:40 (EDT) Who's in the Unit now? Will - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 23:34:29 (EDT) "Haha!! Now tell the one that doesn't suck!" :-)-- Just trying to bring a little levity to the board here... Stewie Griffin - Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 00:47:53 (EDT) A picture from the Old Town Show. http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2005-4/997174/TonyRice007.jpg Bill midwest, - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 at 12:54:44 (EDT) Hey all, there are some really great pictures of tony here: http://www.bluegrassharvest.com/artists/12.shtml The menus at the bottom of the page don't work but if you copy and paste the link above it'll take you to Tony's section. Bascum - Tuesday, May 24, 2005 at 12:44:26 (EDT) Tony, I was at the concert at the Old Town School on Friday May 20. I have been a long time fan since I first heard you with the Dave Grisman Quintet in the late 70's/early 80's. I'm kind of out of touch with what is going on with you and yours. How is Larry doing? Has there been any change in the prognosis for your voice? I wish you and your family well. You have added much joy and entertainment to my life. Thank you. Kenton Burki Kenton Burki Racine, WI - Monday, May 23, 2005 at 15:34:34 (EDT) I just bought the Tony Rice Method instruction dvd. You play magic. S. Lit Rotterdam, ZH - Monday, May 23, 2005 at 05:35:52 (EDT) CJ, do you ever go to the Fishtank on Sundays and listen to the bluegrass collective? Earl Georgetown, KY - Sunday, May 22, 2005 at 20:32:02 (EDT) Just saw a GREAT show at Old Town School, T Rice with Pedro!!! Awesome and can't wait to have you guys back to the windy city real soon!! PEACE--TFC Thomas F Cashman Chicago, IL - Sunday, May 22, 2005 at 19:46:54 (EDT) I think Greg has a new band called the Circuit Riders. And Yes, Tony does some great rythym work on that CD. OL' Roscoe NC - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 23:47:09 (EDT) is there ever going to be a live album released of the Unit, If they would have recorded that walker center show at merle fest that wouldve been a awsome CD...Also does anyone know who Greg Luck is with these days??? CJ Lexington, ky - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 22:26:48 (EDT) whats with the drama,,, anyway if anyone wants to hear some damn good rythm guitar get aubrey haynie's album the bluegrass fiddle album.. I dont think i have to say who does the guitar work on it.. go get it guys CJ Lex, ky - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 22:24:55 (EDT) Uh yeah, thats it. lol The truth is, Your a person that HAS to work a 9 to 5 job, because that's all You know how to do. And that is to make someother sap rich.lol Keep picking Tony. OL' Roscoe NC - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 21:36:21 (EDT) I agree with wes. Nobody seeks out a living being poor, but Being poor doesn't make me any less a person with aspirations of being a great guitar picker. You gotta work at it either way. Pick on, Tony, and God Bless Scott Havlick Two Harbors, MN - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 19:30:03 (EDT) Just saw pr/tr last night at the 'old town school' in chicago. Another fine show! Picked up a few cd's outside, but was disappointed there was nothing from tony. Come back soon! gpp elmhurst, il - Saturday, May 21, 2005 at 09:45:41 (EDT) Oh come on, chances are you are a musician in some band wanted to be bigtime. Same with thousands upon thousands of others. And itsy bitsy handful actually make any money. The rest live check to check. Sounds great...definitely want to insprire our 13 year olds to do that instead of getting a real job. Tony Rice agrees with me lol. Don't ya? Educated Fool - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 23:06:27 (EDT) Yeah, You do have to be born with some talent and a little Luck, but just because Your an educated fool, doesnt mean Jack S$%^^ if You dont know how to apply it, then Your not doing anyone any good. Keep up the great work Tony :o) OL' Roscoe NC - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 21:28:25 (EDT) You realize there's only a handful of Bluegrassers that make DECENT money, Tony being one of them. It's an unrealistic thing to aspire to be. Joe Shmo - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 17:59:24 (EDT) Your better off doing what makes you happy. If I could pick like Tony, I might still be barefoot and hungry, but I'd be rich. wes - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 17:05:44 (EDT) Tony! Nice show last night at the cedar. You really tore into that summertime duo with Brin. Sharon Gilchrist is really something else on the mando as well. Anyway - nice going. Enjoyable, as usual. Dub Des Moines, IA - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 16:53:46 (EDT) Tony Rice is one of the VERY few exceptions to musicians. 95% of musicians are starving and poor as anything. Are you better off at McDonalds or a starving musician, and Tony Rice wannabe? Upset Viewer 2 - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 10:08:26 (EDT) Hey "upset viewer", the kid is only 13, give him a break. Oh yeah, if school does him half as good as some of the graduates working at McDonalds, then go get that diploma son. Keep up that great picking Tony, You tore them up on the Opry, the other night. All the best. tHaNXS, Illiterite Roscoe, High school gradua=te OL' Roscoe NC - Friday, May 20, 2005 at 08:40:56 (EDT) Hey Tawny - cant wait to see you and Peter at the cedar tonight. I caught you there about a year ago with anger, marshall, and phillips. That 'mercy, mercy, mercy' was something else. Its a nice little venue and I look forward to the show. J Des Moines, IA - Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 08:46:46 (EDT) Mr Tony Rice, I hope that my english will not too bad. I'd just like to thank you for all your music, music videos and CD's. Many great licks you have. When I play on stage some licks that I've learned from you, there're much effect on the audience. Many thanks and best regards. I Hope you'll never stop to play. Freddy FREDDY COLLONGES, AIN - Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 03:55:15 (EDT) Tony Rice is a great picker. But son, I think you need to get into school and spend less time on Bluegrass. Ya spelled your own city wrong, and it's "called" not "cauld." I wanna see an intelligent Bluegrass generation! Upset viewer - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 23:55:09 (EDT) Dear mr.TonyRice my name is Austin I am a very big fan. I am 13 and love playing bluegrass music. I play with a bluegrass group over in Auburandale FL. We are cauld THE DIXE BLUEGRASS EXPRESS. You are in my opinion the best guitar player I have ever heard. I hope you keep playing. Please call 863,5816277 austin wilder <ContempoCollect@aol.com> lakeland, FL - Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 21:03:54 (EDT) play it crazy son . Dub dm, ia - Tuesday, May 17, 2005 at 13:12:13 (EDT) E A D G B E string 0 2 2 0 3 2 fret 0 1 2 0 4 3 finger That's from the old grisman album and the TR/John Carlini album. Hope that helps-- don't have the guitar in front of me now. JC - Monday, May 16, 2005 at 17:58:35 (EDT) Hey this is for the tony fans familiar with some of Tony's unique chords. Does anyone know what the chord shape is that Tony uses at the beginning of E.M.D. and Fishscale on his old David Grisman Album? He uses a different Em chord, and I'm not sure how he gets that sound? Can anybody help me? Thanks. Tommy Blacksburg, VA - Monday, May 16, 2005 at 17:46:53 (EDT) Salut. Je m'appelle Paul, j'ai 13 ans et j'adore le bluegrass et tout ce qui s'y rapporte. Je sais pertinement que j'ai une chance sur des millions pour que M. Tony Rice lise mon message... Mais qu'importe ! Je suis fran硩s, je d鴩ste Bush et sa politique, j'assume. Je sui pas un fan car cela voudrais dire que j'飲irai des messages ࠔony Rice en le consid鲡nt comme mon copain et en lui parlant comme si je l'avai toujours connue. J'ai beaucoup de respect pour vous et votre musique tout comme j'en ai pour mon professeur. J'attend toujours q'un concert ai lieu en Normandie !! vous devriez venir nous voir, boir du vin en manger de la baguette ! (vous en profiteriez pour fair du tourisme lol) J'espere vous voir bientot, ne serait-ce qu'ࠐaris. Best regards Mister Rice, and I hope to see you soon ! Paul Dantan Rouen, Normandy - Monday, May 16, 2005 at 16:00:01 (EDT) RIP Jimmy Martin Will - Sunday, May 15, 2005 at 18:59:15 (EDT) Hey, Tony. I caught you and Peter Rowan at the Mstic Theatre i Petaluma about a year or so ago. I spend alot of time in Holland with musician friends (one of them is one of Holland's Jazz Allstars). I was just recently telling them how you were the most beautifully playing flatpicker on the planet. I grew up throughout the South with great southern music as mother's milk. I pray you and your family are well. P.S. In case you have come down, like me , with CRS (Can't Remember S-ht), it's been a long time since I would come over to your house in Corte Madera and wound up the photographer on a couple of your albums Rohn Cole Napa, Ca - Sunday, May 15, 2005 at 17:56:11 (EDT) Larry Sparks was awesome on the Opry Saturday night! The sound of his guitar filled the room up. Tony you are better than "Sawin' On The Strings" Al NC - Saturday, May 14, 2005 at 17:16:10 (EDT) Hello Sir/Madam, I am Jonathan from Ghana, I am 18 years of age and a student, i have completted high school,and now going to the university. i will like to be a jazz player in your group, but for now i dont know how to play any instrument and will like to know how to play some instument so that i can join your group. Please Sir assist me for i like jazz alot.My number is +233277136162.And if any one is in your group who will like to assist me please give my number and email to him. I will be very glad to that. Hope to hear from you soon, good bye and stay bless. Best regards , Jonathan. JONATHAN Accra, - Saturday, May 14, 2005 at 08:32:23 (EDT) Hi Tony I love bluegrass music and the way you can make a gurtair sing. You are the best. Houston D. Bowman Salem, VA - Friday, May 13, 2005 at 18:42:06 (EDT) I've been listening to your music, since the late 70,s with J.D.Crowe& the New South.Skaggs & Rice{classic}and my favorite one of your songs, "Old Train' I have every one of your Bluegrass Album Recordings, which is truly Bluegrass Heaven.You are still one of my favorite Bluegrass Performer.Sincerely, Robbie Arsenault. My Web-site is: http://songsandtunes.tripod.com/ If you can't get into it, search through www.google.com Robbie Arsenault Moncton, N.B. - Friday, May 13, 2005 at 08:04:25 (EDT) Hey Anthony, is there any chance of grabbing that TR opry recording off you? That would be awesome. my email is mccrthychrs@yahoo.com Chris McCarthy Adelaide , SA - Friday, May 13, 2005 at 03:00:02 (EDT) One of the greatest inflences of my musical career.Thanks for the great music Tony,keep on picking. Scott Sutton Hindman, KY - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 19:24:23 (EDT) I was at at the Grand Old Opery on 5/7/05 you got me ear. I hope to see you at the Old Town in Chicago. Breck Androff St. John, IN - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 18:00:45 (EDT) Later on that night on the radio portion of the show on Vince Gills show, Tony did Summertime with AKUS backing him and IM here to tell You he went off on it. Tony also played Freeborn Man with AKUS and Dan Tyminski sung it, all of this though was not televised as it was just on the radio part. I was lucky enough to record it off my computer, I am subscribed to WSM Radio online and it came through crystal clear. Anthony NC - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 17:10:08 (EDT) As in most mainstream genre's, they play to the audience that pays. Like it or not, acoustic flatpicking cannot be considered mainstream. AK however, has stitched together bluegrass and country like no other. She appeals to country hicks and bluegrass rednecks like myself. wes - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 11:35:56 (EDT) Can't wait to meet you, feel free to visit our site at www.DRMOPARSHP1.bravehost.com Thanks DR. MOPAR'S HIGH PERFORMANCE Burlington, NC - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 10:10:44 (EDT) Well that Grand Ole Opry performance was completely rediculous. One song, one barely decent song, with only 1 break he played. That is rediculous! I feel for the Ricester, I wanted to see him play at potential..not just one break to some simple song. Even the little girl played more than him. That disgusts me. They made Tony look like a scrub or something, oh well. Sorry Tony. Nathan R NPB, FL - Monday, May 09, 2005 at 09:50:26 (EDT) I had the great opportunity to see Tony at MerlFest. There are few artist in this world that will get a standing ovation BEFORE they play! God bless Tony for the art you create and the lasting impression you have made on this crazy thankless world. Dr. Brian Hull wichita falls, tx - Sunday, May 08, 2005 at 23:26:09 (EDT) I had the great opportunity to see Tony at MerlFest. There are few artist in this world that will get a standing ovation BEFORE they play! God bless Tony for the art you create and the lasting impression you have made on this crazy thankless world. Dr. Brian Hull wichita falls, tx - Sunday, May 08, 2005 at 23:18:50 (EDT) Hey Tony, wanna say you are a huge inspiration. I enjoy listening to your music all of the time, turning people on to it! :D Would love to open up for your show someday. I have a new Jazz/Gypsy/Jam/Blue/Bluegrassband and we would be honered! Please check out our website. www.thebarnratreview.com TheBarnRat Alphatater, Ga - Sunday, May 08, 2005 at 17:53:23 (EDT) I taped it, but you really didn't miss too much-- there was only one song, as reported, and even the closing of the tune was obscured by the credits/fade out. Still a great performance though... the young girl playing the mandolin was very talented. She will definately go far. A taper - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 23:22:27 (EDT) so allison only played 1 or tony only played 1 CJ Lex, ky - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 22:29:30 (EDT) Yes I did. It was great. I think they have Sawing on the strings down pat by now though. But Tony did an oustanding job. Why does someone like Patty Loveless get 2 songs and Tony only 1? Anthony NC - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 22:06:46 (EDT) did anybody tape the opry show, ???? CJ lex, ky - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 20:54:33 (EDT) I completely agree with Myron - the duet at Merlefest was "magical". My family loves you, even my 7 year old can recognize you're guitar playing. You're the best, Tony!!! Jennifer T. Maryville, TN - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 13:29:50 (EDT) Tony, I saw you for the first time at Merlefest05. The highlight for me was the duet you played with your bass player 'Summertime' - the whole audience sang quietly along with you - it was magical. Thanks Myron Prosser - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 11:29:15 (EDT) Tony really sounded great on the Opry tonight. His picking was slick as I have heard him in a long time. Thanks Tony. Z. F. Madison, TN - Saturday, May 07, 2005 at 00:15:49 (EDT) Pat, e-mail is nates_sheer@hotmail.com (forgot about that lol). I meant Ocoee too. I need some sleep apparently. Good night! Dumbdumb NPB, FL - Friday, May 06, 2005 at 12:58:56 (EDT) Hey Pat, you should go to the jam in Ocala! It's every Friday night. It's in the parking lot with the big Twistie Treats and KFC. E-mail me if your interested and I'll give you better directions. It's a pretty decent jam too. Nathan R NPB, FL - Friday, May 06, 2005 at 12:57:43 (EDT) I started playing bluegrass in Jan, 05 and I am thrilled. I wished I had started earlier, but your influence and style keeps me going. Thanks, Pat Patrick Stuart Orlando, Fl - Friday, May 06, 2005 at 10:46:33 (EDT) Jtom: Hehe, it's just that it's pretty clique-ish there. But isn't it everywhere? I know down here in the South Florida Bluegrass Association it sure is! Oh well. We probably should have played a more subservient roll given the clique issue. That's okay though, I still had a lot of fun. Go Tony, woot (lol)! Nathan FL` - Friday, May 06, 2005 at 08:09:51 (EDT) Oh oh! Maybe I was one of the jerks! Hope not! I'm the skinny bald mandolin player! I tried to snag a backstage for the Saturday Opry, but it's already full! I imagine Tony will be visiting Vassar while he is here. I know he was driving in when I visited him in the hospital a while back. Everyone keep Vassar on the prayer list! JTom Nashville, Tn - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 23:28:53 (EDT) Bill: I don't really know about that, as none of us (people who came with me) were beginners by any means. Their attitudes had nothing to do with our playing ability but more to do with they were naturally jerks. JTom: You were there last Sunday night? Which one were you? How intriguing! Oh and, I'll no doubt be watching Tony on TV. Nathan R NPB, FL - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 18:50:25 (EDT) Hi Everyone, I just got Tony's schedule for this weekend. Tony will be playing 1. With Alison Krauss + Union Station on the live Grand Ole Opry radio show (WSM-AM) on Friday in the 9-9:30p segment of the show (1 or 2 songs) 2. Also he's playing with AKUS on Saturday during the 7p-8p segment for 2 or 3 songs, and that hour segment will be live radio (WSM-AM), as well as live TV (GAC) 3. He will play a 1-song Tony Rice performance again on Saturday night in the 10:30-11p segment which will be on live radio (WSM-AM) 4. Tony will do a 10-minute live Opry Warm Up show radio interview (WSM-AM with Keith Bilbrey) on Sat between 5:30-6:30p ENJOY.... C - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 17:32:28 (EDT) By the way, IF anyone gets the cable channel "GAC" Great American Country, You will be able to see Tony and the gang on TV live. IF Tony happens to read this post or hears about it, tell him to rip it up for his fans and for Jimmy Martin and Vasser Clements. We will be watching Tony take it to that Nashville crowd! May God Bless. Rick Mabe Houston, TX - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 15:37:04 (EDT) I spoke with Tony at MerleFest and he said would be playing with Alison Krauss at the Opry. This should be a good performance. thewizard oz, oz - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 10:24:10 (EDT) Tony told me at Merlefest that he'll be playing the Opry with Alison this coming Saturday, the 7th. You can buy tickets at Opry.com Also, Tony left Merlefest early to catch a brief window of time that he could spend with Vassar before Vassar's next round of Chemo. Grasshopper Nashvegas, - Thursday, May 05, 2005 at 02:10:13 (EDT) Rick what day is Tony playing with Alison at the opry, and is that confirmed. Do you know where to get any tickets or if i can still get one????? CJ lexington, ky - Wednesday, May 04, 2005 at 23:46:48 (EDT) The jam at Station Inn can be good, and can be bad. I don't think I've ever been to a "public" jam without a "mix" of characters. Every one is welcome to jam there though. But also bear in mind, No one is great and no one stinks in a jam. Mostly, no one has a rider or gets paid for it! It's all for fun. I was there Sunday nite myself, and it was an odd nite, not many singers. As John Duffey said "Win a few, lose the big ones!" JTom Nashville, Tn - Wednesday, May 04, 2005 at 21:46:02 (EDT) Yes, I saw where Tony is supposed to be on The Opry live with Alison Krauss this weekend. To the folks who manages this board know how many numbers Tony will be playing with Alison? I would greatly appreciate any information. Rick Mabe Houston, TX - Wednesday, May 04, 2005 at 08:48:35 (EDT) I was at merle fest...Tony played Friday at the hillside, Friday at the walker center with pete, and sat. at the walker center. The sat. show was the best i have seen in 4 years of watching Tony..he picked his ass off on red haired boy and even did a tune from his early childhood, he also told several stories and his voice sounded much better than last year,Thanks for the great show Tony!! You are the man! CJ Lex, ky - Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 15:23:25 (EDT) Hey Nathan, was it the sunday bluegrass jam at the Station Inn? We try to get to Nashvile as often as we can, and The Station is always a place to visit. I have dreamed of going to the jam but haven't made it yet, maybe its something to avoid, if beginners aren't welcome.... Is that the case ?What do ya think ? Bill - Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 13:28:08 (EDT) My brother saw Tony filling up his Black Mustang Convertable at Arbys off the Canton exit in NC, Sunday Evening. He then proceded on through the town of Canton. Anthony Canton, NC - Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 09:47:32 (EDT) Of course it's a '35. My mistake Mr. Nit Picker, thanks. Tony still has that highly impressive, magically inspired sweet tone and stage presence that he displayed 25 years ago when I first saw him. Love his shows! W.B. Bercaw New London, PA - Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 07:54:21 (EDT) I've been a fan since the New South days ! I've met you three times and you've always taken time out to sign autographs ! You are # 1 !!! Tim Eldridge Algood, TN - Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 01:01:48 (EDT) I don't presume to speak for Tony, but please let me say this-- I do know, as many people do, that Tony and Vassar are very close. I am fairly certain he would not mind someone saying that he was spending time with Vassar and tried to play as much at Merlefest as he could. I'm certain that most of us, being given the choice of playing a festival or being "there" for a dear friend in his time of need would choose the latter over the former. A friend A friend - Monday, May 02, 2005 at 21:01:28 (EDT) I'm assuming Tony performed during the Midnight Jam, but where the heck was he for his Thursday and Sunday performances during MerleFest. Only so many can fit into the Walker Center, so what about the rest of us ticket holders? We were left out in the cold. I, and some others, were disappointed in him not showing up for ALL of his scheduled sets. Len N. Wilkesboro, NC - Monday, May 02, 2005 at 20:11:23 (EDT) Tony, you don't strike me as much of a cocky jerk at all. In fact, I think you wouldn't even feel the need to act like that, because you know darn well how good you are. Well let me tell you something, and everyone else out there. I played at the Station Inn in TN this last Sunday. What a bunch of ignorant, cocky JERKS! I cannot get over it. It takes everything in me to keep the player's names unrevealed, but there were a few pretty well-known pickers there. I cannot get over it, and am frankly quite upset over it. Not sure what this proves by posting this, except it makes me feel a bit better, lol. Tony, your still my idol, you are the God of Guitar. Nathan NPB, FL - Monday, May 02, 2005 at 17:35:43 (EDT) MerleFest 2005 was incredible and Tony's show in the Walker Centre was the highlight of the festival for me. I walked away from the set absolutely stunned. Thomas Maness Vancouver, - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 22:53:16 (EDT) My favorite at Merlefest! Thanks!!! Can't wait til next one... Fan Forever Wilmington, NC - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 21:58:21 (EDT) Tony's 'bone is a '35 Nit-picker - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 14:18:22 (EDT) Tony, thank you for the wonderful set at the Rams Head this past Tuesday..... Magical as always. Keith Waddell Rising Sun , MD - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 11:00:28 (EDT) Hi Tony Rice, thank You for a good time every evening and for a fantastic musik...Martin Martin Schön Oberhausen, NRW - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 08:49:40 (EDT) Thanks for setting the very best musical example for aspiring guitar players like myself. Keith Hamm Rosebud, AB - Sunday, May 01, 2005 at 00:33:28 (EDT) I've been playing guitar for 4years come september, I'm only fifteen but you have had the biggest influence on me and I thank you for your music and your wonderful talent. Jd Ky - Friday, April 29, 2005 at 11:11:14 (EDT) Hi Tony I have been a fan for many years. My dad played with Lonnie Peerce, Dan Crarey, Sam Bush in Louisville years ago. I'm glade to see your still at it. Keep up the great music Darryl Sparks Louisville, KY - Thursday, April 28, 2005 at 18:31:43 (EDT) Saw Tony and the Unit last night at the Sellersville Theatre. Wyatt Rice, Bryn Bright and Ricky Simkins. Great show as always. Very nice venue. Tony treated us by playing the '34 'Bone. W.B. Bercaw New London, PA - Thursday, April 28, 2005 at 10:09:38 (EDT) Great show last night Tony, I really enjoyed the rendition of 'These are a few of my favorite things' and 'Fishscale' look forward to seeing you next weeknd as well. RL Thorsen Warrenton, VA - Monday, April 25, 2005 at 19:26:47 (EDT) Hey Zane Fairchild ive seen you in a few jams through the years and your awsome one of the greats. i was wondering if you have and cds or music available , hope to hear from you my email is tonyricefan@hotmail.com thanks Jared va, va - Monday, April 25, 2005 at 13:40:33 (EDT) What's the Rowan/Rice lineup? Bill - Sunday, April 24, 2005 at 21:26:28 (EDT) Found a link to this page at Shepherd Bluegrass Stop. Great site you've got here, I just wanted to say I love your music! Keep it coming :-) Ken at http://hanksalot.com Ken B. Langaas Bo in Telemark, - Sunday, April 24, 2005 at 06:48:06 (EDT) Saw Tony and Peter Rowan at Sanders Theater in Cambridge,Ma on 4/16/2005. The concert was excellent. Really enjoyed the song selection. Encourage everyone to catch Peter Rowan and Tony Rice Quartet. Hope more CD's are in the works. Thanks! Algis Hudson, MA - Saturday, April 23, 2005 at 22:35:54 (EDT) I discovered you at a live DGQ concert in Sonoma, CA in 1977. I had never heard anyone play guitar like you before, and few since. Thanks for all you've done for guitar playing. I have played for 38 years, but I've never had your gift. So when you're playing, I just listen. Take care of yourself. Jack Marti Collegedale, TN - Friday, April 22, 2005 at 19:44:30 (EDT) You are THE BEST Tony Todd Moss Harrison, AR - Friday, April 22, 2005 at 16:26:50 (EDT) AM HERE FOR A LONG TIME okeson lome, akara - Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 18:15:58 (EDT) Is Larry's Album "Hurricans and Daydreams" on CD? Anybody know? I think that's some of Tony's best work. Robert NC - Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 15:52:58 (EDT) Keep on pickin its never sounded better. Tim Evans Grove City, Oh - Thursday, April 21, 2005 at 10:31:43 (EDT) Hey Tony, I'd like to get a copy of our recent CD to you. Contact me at Lazgrass@aol.com. Hope to see you up in our neck of the woods sometime. Cheers, Craig Craig Vance Round Lake, NY - Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at 22:33:07 (EDT) I would like to be notified of any up coming dates in the cetral OH area. Thanks , Tim Tim Evans <hawg51@sbcglobol.net> Grove City, Oh - Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 10:42:55 (EDT) seen ya a few times with Larry Keel. Mark, his new and old mandolin player is a high school buddy of mine. Just wonderin' if you knew him. I am currently playin' with the Brown Liquor Pickers and the Do Right Papa's. Have you heard of us? Know you are busy, but if you get a chance, I'd love to hear from you @ cleggk@msn.com Kevin "G" Clegg Charlotte, NC - Monday, April 18, 2005 at 16:56:10 (EDT) I dont think Tony is scheduled to play the WildWood this year. A drag because I think the shows with the Unit, and with Peter a couple years ago were as good as you can get. We can hope ! Bill Romeoville, Illinois - Monday, April 18, 2005 at 14:33:40 (EDT) Thanks for all the inspiration. I hope your brother gets well soon. There are alot of mysteries that lie between all those frets but you make it sound easy. I hope to see you in Pigeon Forge, TN. Your avid listener & aspiring guitarist, R.C.Shaver. Robert Craig Shaver Tunnel Hill, GA - Sunday, April 17, 2005 at 21:03:10 (EDT) We love Tony in the Ozarks! Hope to see you at Wildwood Springs Lodge this fall... Best wishes to you & yours! Greg & Deb Colyott MO - Sunday, April 17, 2005 at 12:24:24 (EDT) No I havent. The last copy I saw was on ebay and it went for a pretty high price. It is a very, very rare record for sure. Good Luck finding a copy. Z. F. Nash Vegas, TN - Sunday, April 17, 2005 at 00:09:47 (EDT) Have you seen copies for sale lately? Josh Jefferson, GA - Saturday, April 16, 2005 at 21:56:40 (EDT) I have that record. I have seen two versions of it. The record I have, shows Tony, Ricky, Jerry, JD and Bobby Sloan standing beside a Colonel Sanders Statue in Japan. Ricky does a great Bill Monroe impression and Tony says, Your great, Your great Bill Monroe. LOL Z. F. Nashville, TN - Saturday, April 16, 2005 at 19:17:22 (EDT) Does anyone know where to get a copy of the New South album recorded in Japan, featuring Tony, Skaggs, & Jerry Douglas? This album pre-dates (I believe) the commonly-known Keith Whitley version, and is scarce to say the least. Josh Jefferson, GA - Friday, April 15, 2005 at 21:24:11 (EDT) Tony,it's good to see your coming back to the sellersville theater. I saw you there last year. This year I have even better seats. Can't wait. Mike T. Bethlehem, pa - Friday, April 15, 2005 at 00:14:07 (EDT) I remember when my good friend Jimmy Gaudreau and Tony played together. The best sound around. I liked to watch Tony play at the Birchmere and get lost in his music. Thanks Tony for the best years of my life. Rhonda Las Vegas, NV - Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 22:24:08 (EDT) bluegrass session is a brilliant piece of work tony cj lex, ky - Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 18:15:51 (EDT) 22 Year Navy Vet. Tony your awesome. Best wishes. Jeffrey Pitts Millington, TN - Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 17:25:00 (EDT) Be nice everyone, there are youngsters amongst us. Thanks -)- - Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 23:26:26 (EDT) I am almost 15 years old and Iplay the mandolin, fiddle, guitar, and the upright bass I think you are one of the best guitar players there is I hope I'm going to see your show on May 14 Will Gay Lincolnton, Ga - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at 13:13:59 (EDT) All it took for me was to hear "Old Grey Coat" back in the early 80's. ed Flaherty Malden, MA - Sunday, April 10, 2005 at 05:06:06 (EDT) Tony was more less goofing off on that recording. It sort of reminded me of seeing Don Reno at a show in Ohio in the 70's, Bill Keith came out and did some twin banjo stuff with Don, well Bill thought he would pick MR Reno into a corner, HUGE mistake, Dons second break on the banjo made Bill Keiths face as red as an apple. So I think that would be the way Tony is, if he wanted too he could put any guitar player in their place, IF he wanted too, but I dont think Tony is that type of a guy. In my opinion there is no one better! OL' Roscoe NC - Saturday, April 09, 2005 at 20:46:53 (EDT) Don, I think the pizza tapes represented 3 guys in a "different state of mind" if you catch my drift. Rice is one of the premier improvisational acoustic guitar players on the planet. I think maybe you should listen to more of his playing, especially his live work. wes - Saturday, April 09, 2005 at 11:04:26 (EDT) I found it intresting listening to the Pizza Tapes, Garcia's solo's and improvising was much more intresting and melodic. Sure it wasn't as crisp and as clean as Mr Rice's picking. But Tony is a great flat picker who is a strict man of scales and dedication to his craft over all of his life. He is not a great improviser, his style is too formal and strict for that. Jerry Garcia despite being many years past his best and suffering ill health proved how melodic and intresting he was....always hitting the right note. With Tony I was dissapointed. But Tony I love your guitar work, you are indeed one of the best in your field. Don Sams Sa, Ca - Saturday, April 09, 2005 at 05:51:46 (EDT) I first saw Tony Rice at Doc Watson's Bluegrass Memorial to his son about seven years ago....I couldn't believe my ears and what a wonderful face. I am listening to one of Tony's cds right now and looking at pictures of his pets...I adore men who love animals. Thank You Tony. I'll keep on listening. Donnetta Apple Middletown, Oh - Friday, April 08, 2005 at 16:02:57 (EDT) HI THERE! Two years ago I received a video made by some Air Force fellas about the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. There was a song on it that was beautiful and moved me to tears. The credits said it was a Tony Rice song, For God and Country. Is this true? If so how may I get a copy of this. THANK YOU!!! hharrison91@hotmail.com Heather Harrison Bamberg , - Thursday, April 07, 2005 at 13:17:58 (EDT) Larry Update: Hi Folks, We do apologize for the delay in responses to all the inquiries regarding Larry's health. We have been trying to reach Tony for the "official" word but it has been tough. We will pass on what we know, but please, we are truly not authorized to speak for Larry regarding his health. In speaking with Tony about 3 weeks ago, he told me that Larry was becoming quite the inspiration amongst the lung cancer circles as his recent tests had shown little/if any signs of the disease. A miracle of sorts. PLEASE take that as it may, we do not want to mis-lead anyone. We are merely saying what we heard to try and give an update for you all. Of course we hope it is true as this world needs miracles when it comes to cancer. Please remember Vassar.... C+L - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 22:43:44 (EDT) Who is the greatest microprocessor chip designer of all time? And why? You see you have to understand the intricacies of processor design to make an intelligent guess on who the greatest may be. The same goes for acoustic guitar flatpicking. If you don't understand the intricacies of acoustic flatpicking you cannot make an intelligent guess on who might be the greatest.. If you understand anything at all about how and why Tony chooses certain notes, his choice of chordal voicings during background playing, not to mention the intricacies of his tone, then you soon understand what makes this man the greatest acoustic flatpicker of the 20th and 21st century. Any other arguments are futile. wes - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 15:13:51 (EDT) Well to me he is and nothing You can say can ever change that pardner. Tony You are the greatest "In my book" OL' Roscoe NC - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 13:56:55 (EDT) Tony isn't the greatest guitar playing around or of all time. He is one of the finest flat pickers of his chosen art though. A master of his art but not overall the best ever. Comparing is futile. Dave Jennings LA, CA - Wednesday, April 06, 2005 at 09:38:56 (EDT) HEY TONY, LISTENING TO YOUR MUSIC HAS HELPED ME GOING THRU SOME TOUGH TIMES....YOU ARE A WONDERFUL MUSICIAN AND AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN JUNE....WOULD LOVE TO HAVE A PIC TAKEN WITH YOU...FOR MY TONY RICE COLLECTION....HEY PAM HELLO TO YOU TOO....THANKS FOR TAKING CARE OF THAT MAN SO WE CAN ENJOY HIM AND HIS MUSIC blueeyes Va - Monday, April 04, 2005 at 13:12:15 (EDT) I feel so sorry for the guy who thinks Roy Clark is anywhere near the caliber of picker Tony is. (Why didn't he just go ahead and say "Willie Nelson's the fastest guitarist on the planet"?) In good fun, Harris Montgomery Fairview, NC - Monday, April 04, 2005 at 11:41:51 (EDT) I was fortunate enough to see you with Peter Rowan & Bryn Bright in Tuscaloosa, AL on March 24th and that was one great show! No wonder you're my (and countless others) favorite guitarist! Hope to see you in Alabama again someday! Thanks for the great music, Jarod Lewis Jarod Cullman, AL - Monday, April 04, 2005 at 11:37:13 (EDT) Stringbean never claimed to be a great banjo player, he was an entertainer, there isa brief difference there. Keep up the great work Tony. Does anyone that manages this message board, know how Larry Rice is doing? A lot of people supported and have prayed for Larry so an update every once in awhile I think would be great. OL' Roscoe NC - Monday, April 04, 2005 at 04:17:28 (EDT) I'm still laughing! Mentioning Roy Clark in the same sentence with Tony Rice would be like comparing String Bean to Bela Fleck. I can't even type, I'm laughing so hard. K.C TN - Monday, April 04, 2005 at 00:50:45 (EDT) Hello Tony Just ran accross your web site I am a voice out of the past, Sir Francis Drake Blvd.,Larkspur,I wonder if you remember me? I hope everything is going well for you. Fred tiberius.k@comcast.net Fred Krieg Tacoma, WA - Sunday, April 03, 2005 at 22:44:46 (EDT) Sir, You are truely the most amazing, cleanest, fastest picker either side of the plate A.J. Marsh Peoria , IL - Sunday, April 03, 2005 at 00:57:09 (EST) Tony, Looking forward to seeing you at MerleFest. Still living in Reidsville. Tom Mendenhall Woodstock, Ga - Saturday, April 02, 2005 at 00:15:15 (EST) Hey Nathan, I should get me one of those, great tool. Tony's choice of notes is incredible, that's why he's the King of acoustic guitar. Adrien aucoin Cheticamp, NS - Friday, April 01, 2005 at 16:33:53 (EST) hey im looking forward to the merlefest show tony!!!...if anyone needs a ticket i have a extra email cjcain2004@msn.com cj lex, ky - Friday, April 01, 2005 at 14:38:17 (EST)