R.I.P. Billy Strange

[Jove]

September 29, 1930 – February 22, 2012

http://www.instromania.net/PHO/art/S/strange%20billy.jpg


I heard this news yesterday and it kind of ruined my day. Billy has always stuck out on records to me. One of the kings of tone.

J

[Neer]

Love his playing on Speedy West's "Guitar Spectacular", one of my favorite records. I also have one or 2 of his own. RIP.

[drolling]

He first appeared on my radar in the '90s, during a brief craze for '50s & '60s instrumental music, altho' he did TONS of sessions, and we've probably all heard him without realizing it - I'm gonna go dig out the compilation I bought at the time

Great musician, and cool guitarist. R.I.P. Billy - Heaven's house band just got a little *Stranger* today..

[Seminole224]

RIP. Prayers for him, his family and friends.

[Stratand335]

I love this one.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5Xl0Qry-hA

[oldschoolguy]

I remember his stuff. Thought his name was, well, you know---strange.

[SnidelyWhiplash]

One of the most recorded guitarists in the history of popular music.
His discography is stunning. :bow

R.I.P.