Johnny “Guitar” Watson - Space Guitar Master The 1952-1960 Recordings

The History of Guitar in America: More Hot Shots

Episode 30

Episode date - September 13, 2024

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As the sixties rolled around, the music scene found itself inundated with hot shot players, all of whom could compete for best guitar slinger status.

This show features four of the best, guitarists who led the scene with styles (and personalities) that were sure to hold the attention of an audience that had become obsessed with the power of the electric guitar.

Featured tracks and artists include:             

Space Guitar – Johnny “Guitar” Watson

Three Hours Past Midnight – Johnny “Guitar” Watson

Too Tired – Johnny “Guitar” Watson

A Real Mother for Ya – Johnny “Guitar” Watson

Goodnight Irene – Jerry Reed

Guitar Man – Jerry Reed

Jerry’s Breakdown – Jerry Reed and Chet Atkins

Amos Moses – Jerry Reed

Family Rules – Lonnie Brooks

The Crawl – Lonnie Brooks

Got Lucky Last Night – Lonnie Brooks

School Day Blues – Johnny Winter

Dallas – Johnny Winter

Good Morning Little School Girl – Johny Winter

Channel 30 - The History of Guitar in America 1922-1962