More sad news for 2023

[Uncle Roy]

Just heard that steel playing legend Russ Hicks passed away today.
Condolences to Laney and family.

[Dave Kirk]

What a sad day! Russ was a true Gentleman and such fun to be around, not only fantastic steel player, but an incredible guitarist as well. he played one of my acoustic guitars (an Ovation Legend) in the back room at one of Gerry's Festivals, and said to me I hate Ovations, but I love this one, can I buy it or perhaps swap it for my steel? I laughed thinking it was a joke, however my acoustic player for the weekend who I had lent the guitar to, so he could play it on my set, said on the way home, that American player chap, said to him he was serious about the offer and was surprised you didn't take him up on it.
RIP Russ

[Uncle Roy]

That’s some story Dave, but that was Russ.
RIP Russ.

[JohnDavisStringsHere]

Sad news indeed Roy, I met Russ at Mike Sweeny's home in Nashville, nice guy great player we have lost so many just lately. My thoughts are with his family , rest in peace Russ.