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Walleye

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5. In an interview,He said, "I want people to know that I'm more than just a guitar "

Reply to George McGovern (Reply #2)

Sat Apr 25, 2026, 12:37 PM

Apr 25

which is how everybody knows his name now. I heard this from a colleague who was a guitar player and she knew him pretty well in his later years.
And of course, he invented multitrack recording.

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The world is waiting for a sunrise Walleye Apr 25 #1

Wow Thanks Walleye! I'd never seen Les Paul play 'til now. Amazing. Thanks! George McGovern Apr 25 #2

In an interview,He said, "I want people to know that I'm more than just a guitar " Walleye Apr 25 #5

you got that sunburst perfectly! HAB911 Apr 25 #3

Thanks HAB911! Like to think practice makes better. George McGovern Apr 25 #6

Those that get up early get the pinkest colors!! usonian Apr 25 #4

Thanks usonian! I like your multi-stage replies! George McGovern Apr 25 #7

I have a lot to do today, so I crammed a lot into the reply. usonian Apr 25 #8

Ditto. Happy dutiful dealing. George McGovern Apr 25 #10

Some sure fire toe tappin' music. BarbD Apr 25 #12

Enjoy! Be energized. usonian Apr 25 #13

Me too usonian. Thanks for the kick in the pants. Yackety Sax is a hilarious stimulus! George McGovern Apr 26 #14

Stunning. Thank you! LoisB Apr 25 #9

You are welcome Lois! I thank you! George McGovern Apr 25 #11