These are the guestbook entries for April - June 2009.

Hello Tony, seen your show Saturday night in Greenwood, SC. It was Great. Thanks for signing my son's t-shirt and letting us get a picture with you. Lee Aultman Laurens, SC - Monday, June 29, 2009 at 09:52:55 (EDT) IM SO GLAD TO SEE THE UNIT BACK OUT IN FRONT! CKED SOME FOOTAGE ON 2009. YOURE #1 IN MY BOOK ! THE GIANT ON THE MARTIN OR THE SANTA CRUZ IS SO DYANAMIC. FAN FOREVER! mark fleming bristol, va - Friday, June 26, 2009 at 13:18:28 (EDT) love your music...why not in telluride bluegrass this year? Nic V Denver, co - Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 04:08:36 (EDT) Greetings Tony,Thanks for the great music.I would like to say that there are a lot of really good guitar pickers out there today. However I believe what separates You from them,is that you are all about the song.And thats what makes your music unique. GeneO. Clayton, Ga. - Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 23:15:01 (EDT) I love "I have decided to follow jesus", "Church Stret Blues", and, well, ALL of your songs. I have continually asked my Guitar Teacher to teach me those songs. Luke S. Canton, Georgia - Monday, June 22, 2009 at 22:02:51 (EDT) Regards Tony. Sure miss you and the old Owensboro I.B.M.A events. Peace, J Johnny Depp Plan-de-la-Tour, - Monday, June 15, 2009 at 23:36:22 (EDT) Dear Tony, BE WELL, REST, TAKE NAPS, & PLAY YOUR HEART OUT AS YOU ALWAYS HAVE. WITH DEEPEST APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE FROM OUR HOME TO YOUR HEART. BEST REGARDS FRIEND, MICHAEL KENNA MICHAEL KENNA AUSTIN, TX - Friday, June 12, 2009 at 15:23:26 (EDT) When I bought a new Martin and began re-learning to play bluegrass after many years away attending to family and job responsibilities, your CD's were the first I played. Still my favourite picker after all these years. David Porter Ottawa, ON - Friday, June 12, 2009 at 14:20:48 (EDT) A belated Happy Birthday, Tony! Jim Tull Laurel, MD - Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 09:18:57 (EDT) Happy Birthday Craig NC - Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 07:32:53 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony! Glenn Woodruff Hope, AR - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 19:20:37 (EDT) Happy Birthday Tony. Time to drag your butt down to the basement to write "Swing 58"... Walter Flint Yosemite, CA - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 18:34:04 (EDT) Happy Birthday, Mr. Rice. June 8th is always a good day - its my wife's birthday, too. Looking forward to seeing you at Bonnaroo later this week! Keep pickin', A Andy LA, CA - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 17:43:16 (EDT) I think of you often, Tony. Just want to wish you a very Happy Birthday. I can't forget. Heard from Antonius last month via email. He's trying to get in touch. I saw your friend Katherine (guess that's how you spell it) in Greensboro this weekend. She and I were talking about how much we love you AND your music. You are a good soul. God bless and keep picking! Kathi Fox Reidsville, NC - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 14:43:22 (EDT) Happy Birthday from yet another fan of 30 years' standing! May you live happily and play on forever! Susan C Falls Church, VA - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 14:42:51 (EDT) Very Happy Birthday. Bella Isobel Jardine nr Newcastle, Northumberland - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 08:00:24 (EDT) Express cleaning of Black Money(NOTES) My name is Dr Hassan Slim and my company Hoog Global Laboratories specialises in cleaning anti bree bank notes of any denomination and currency. For more information visit our website:www.hooggloballaboratorysolutions.yolasite.com I am waiting to hear from you. Dr Hassan DR HASSAN SLIM TEXAS, HOU - Monday, June 08, 2009 at 04:44:55 (EDT) HAPPY BIRTHDAY TONY. WE LOVE YOUR MUSIC AND WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR THE HOURS OF ENJOYMENT IT HAS AFFORDED US THROUGH THE YEARS.WE HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL YEAR.GOD BLESS!! TOM&BEVERLEY SLOAN HUNTERSVILLE, NC - Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 10:46:51 (EDT) I look forward to receiving merchandise I purchased prophit2009@gmail.com Benjamin Brown - Friday, June 05, 2009 at 00:42:25 (EDT) Tony, you were the inspiration that started and kept me playing. Call me when you get here and we will go visit where Larry sleeps. Sam Daniel Yankeetown, FL - Tuesday, June 02, 2009 at 18:53:31 (EDT) Mr. Rice, I saw you last night at the Morganton NC concert with Mountain Heart. You are amazing!! It was such a pleasure watching and listening to you play. Thanks so much for all you do with the guitar! Austin Parker Austin Parker Weaverville, NC - Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 22:59:53 (EDT) Howdy Tony. Just an old fan from the SF Bay Area dropping by to give thanks for being such a great influence. I have such fond memories from the Grisman Days and beyond. Also, Jerry Reed was a huge influence and Loss, but so much more of a gain to have both of you in our ears forever! And I am so touched by your comments to the Vets. We all have so much to be thankful for. And your standing on any stage is one of the greatest gifts and expressions of freedom! Pick On and Live Free! Frank Charles Sutter Creek, Ca - Friday, May 22, 2009 at 01:30:49 (EDT) Keep pickin' Tony!!! Danny Carlisle, - Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 17:22:54 (EDT) Tony, Been a fan of yours and The Unit for many years. Saw one of the shows with Alison Krauss celebrating your 35 years in the music business. Is there any chance this program with Alison and Union Station could become a new CD? John John Wilson The Woodlands, TX - Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 14:40:33 (EDT) I'm learning to play some of you'r open style of picking Keith Leemasters Clarksburg, WV - Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 19:16:19 (EDT) Saw your show in Cary on Sunday evening - it was WONDERFUL despite the rain!!! Congratulations on 8 years. Eric Cusack Morrisville, NC - Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 14:20:50 (EDT) The show in Cary was such a delight. Thank you. Linda Louise Charlotte, NC - Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 12:44:34 (EDT) Enjoyed The Unit in Cary yesterday inspite of the rain and cooler temperatures. Just wanted to say we were happy to hear about your milestone the end of May! Congratulations on 8 years of sobriety! Billy and Donna Mickle Durham, NC - Monday, May 18, 2009 at 15:21:26 (EDT) Just drove 700 miles to see you this afternoon in the rain at Cary, NC. Great show! That's my first time seeing you. Well-worth the drive. Great lineup for the whole show in fact! Glad we made the trip! James Mayo Pinson, TN - Sunday, May 17, 2009 at 22:23:28 (EDT) Hello Tony This is from your Cousin John Poindexter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida... John Poindexter John Poindexter Fort Lauderdale, FL - Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 20:26:37 (EDT) Tony, I have just started taking banjo lessons, and I just discovered your song, "old home place". It is a goal of mine now to be albe to play that song. I really enjoy your guitar picking as well. Thanks for all you do Tony. Later, Steve STEVE E. HOWELL OXFORD, PA - Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 03:08:42 (EDT) I saw you perform in October of 2008 and you were phenomenal. I became a true lover of bluegrass early last year but hearing the Unit perform made me want to listen to bluegrass 24-7! Thank you for all that you do. Melissa Linardos Cincinnati, OH - Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at 12:08:44 (EDT) I was real sorry about the concert at the Bluegrass Hotel. I feel sorry for Tony and Sam. Guys, this does not mar your good name, we as fans know your integrity. I was driving to the show from Illinois and my car broke down in Evansville, Ind. I wanted to make it to the show so bad that I started hitch hicking. I HAD NEVER DONE THAT BEFORE. A woman pulled over and asked where I was going and I said Louisville. She said she was going by there. She looked like Dog the Bounty Hunter Chapman's wife and talked like Jerry Reed. She said sit down son and enjoy the ride. When I got to the venue and discovered things were not as they were I was really upset. Tony keep on playing man, you are the greatest. The Colonel Colonel Angus Frankfort , IL - Friday, May 08, 2009 at 12:15:16 (EDT) Mr. Rice, Several of the songs that you perform I have listened to since I was a child and tend to like your versions of them better than most. I learned to play guitar from my dad and it is a pleasure to hear you play songs that I have heard him play. Your talent is awesome and has kept me listening over the years. thanks John Gillian Athens, WV - Friday, May 08, 2009 at 00:57:26 (EDT) can't wait to get my hands on the T. Rice book.Has anyone heard anymore news on when we might can get it? sean smith tuscaloosa, al. - Tuesday, May 05, 2009 at 08:39:53 (EDT) Tony, Just wanted to say you have been a real inspiration musically to all bluegrass musicians. I adore your work, especially all the classic Album Band music. Traditional bluegrass music at it's absolute best. It has been a long time since you released an album with the BAB but the old albums do not sound like old albums. The music is as good or better than most of todays bluegrass. I look forward to seeing you in the future. God Bless Jesse Callahan Russia, OH - Sunday, April 26, 2009 at 23:51:41 (EDT) BEST WISHES FROM YOUR #1 FAN I HAVE AN OLD GUITAR CASE OF YOURS AND YOU SIGNED IT FOR ME. WHEN ARE YOU COMING BACK TO THE DOWNHOME ? JEFF WEBB ELIZABETHTON, TN - Monday, April 20, 2009 at 15:17:16 (EDT) In case you missed it...(Don't see any news on this site??)...The new bio of Tony is scheduled for release this month. See.. http://www.thebluegrassblog.com/still-inside-the-tony-rice-story/ Can't wait! Peace. Doug Ellis Broomfield, CO. - Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 19:54:41 (EDT) For all of you Tony Rice fans that live in the st.louis area. Tony will be at the Old Rock House on seventh street in st. louis tomorrow 4-17-09. I heard he is slotted to play at 9:30. I dont know that for sure so I would show up early. Greg Steckel Jerseyville, IL - Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 20:59:48 (EDT) Hi My name is Brett, I am a big Bluegrass/Country/Folk fan (besides other genres) but these are my favorite, and of course, Bluegrass lead guitar playing. I must say that I just recently enjoyed the 5 The Bluegrass Album CD's and now I am listening to The Church Street Blues LP. Just want to add a request/suggestion that Tony hopefully will com to perform to the Dallas/Irving/Fort Worth area in the near future. I will always be a fan of Tony's and of Bluegrass lead guitar. I also must say that some of my CD's with Tony as guest or solo performer were bought in Singapore (by means of the record stores there) including other Bluegrass bands/artists. All the best to Tony Rice and hope to see him here in the future. hank You. Brett Thomas Clark Dallas, TX - Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 13:08:05 (EDT) Thank you for inspiring me to play the guitar. You're the gold standard of guitarists. Gary Cooper Ararat, Va. - Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at 14:05:42 (EDT) Nice Site Tony Gen Mox Sydney, nsw - Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at 01:05:41 (EDT) hi tony, i was at the concert at rupyard kiplings and sat in the front row. i hung around you and i just wanted to say even though you are my hero, you have to be the most humble person i know. my dad was at harry,s that nite at the hotel (bill wolfe) and he said you were so nice. thank you so much for treating your fans like family. hope to see you soon. was looking forward to march the 20th but i guess thats the way things go sometimes. hope to see you back in louisville sometime soon. LINDA WOLFE louisville, ky - Thursday, April 09, 2009 at 11:05:18 (EDT) Tony, Thanks for rendering my FM radio in my car obsolete. Three chords and you're out if you know what I mean. I love your music. I work twelve hour shifts in a steel mill and I plug you into my earpeice and it's good medicine. Thanks for the great music, especially Crossings. Our talents are given to us to present back to Him. Darryl Guy Northport, AL - Sunday, April 05, 2009 at 02:58:37 (EDT) Tony,My Dad introduced me to your music back in 1995,I have been around bluegrass all my life but was never into it until i heard you for the first time.My Dad BUDDY VANN..played with the Dillards,when they were Joe Noel and the Dixie Ramblers,he played guitar,bass,and did most of the lead singing,he also played banjo later in life,he passed away in 2005,but his legacy lives on in me and my 17 year old son,which is a huge fan also,and has picked up some of your hot licks on the guitar.We continue to enjoy all of your music.You are an inspiriation. Jamie&Cody Vanhoozer Jamie Vanhoozer Athens, Al - Wednesday, April 01, 2009 at 18:47:25 (EDT)