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Nic du Toit Member From: Milnerton, Cape, South Africa |
posted 23 April 2005 11:30 AM
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Doug Jernigan has always been one of my favorite players. I do notice , however, that he hardly gets mentioned on this forum. Does he still play? I happened to see him on a Gospel Steel DVD, doing a few songs. Pity about the backing players. They had no clue. Doug played superbly, though. ------------------ |
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Bob Carlucci Member From: Candor, New York, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 11:42 AM
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Nic... you are correct.. For some reason Doug gets less type than many steel players in his class. A fabulous player and one of the all time great palm blockers,, Fast and clean as a whistle... bob |
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Jeff Bradshaw Member From: Leslieville, AB |
posted 23 April 2005 11:52 AM
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I believe that Doug is one of the greatest steel players alive not to mention the fine human being that he is. Any opportunity to see him play live or attend one of his seminars should not be missed. Best regards. ..jeff bradshaw |
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Charles Curtis Member From: Bethesda, Maryland, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 11:55 AM
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I've mentioned Doug here several times, and I don't think that he gets enough ink. I would love to know just half of what he knows about music and the psg. I am also most grateful for all the tab that he has written; this hard work on his part has made it a lot easier for a lot of us. I hope to meet him someday. |
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David L. Donald Member From: Koh Samui Island, Thailand |
posted 23 April 2005 12:03 PM
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Yes Doug is super. All of the above and more. I had a 2 hour private lesson with him last Sept, and am STILL tryting to assimliate it all. And he is a staple of the steel show circuit, His latest album is a great mix of the tunes people like him for, And he is a really NICE person to be around too. Yes Doug deserves a big plug! [This message was edited by David L. Donald on 23 April 2005 at 12:04 PM.] |
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Steven Welborn Member From: Ojai,CA USA |
posted 23 April 2005 12:29 PM
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Very welcome post. I Saw Doug at both SWSGA shows and took his 4 day seminar at the last one. He's been one of my favorites for a long time. Got to have lunch with him and our small group the last day of the seminar. Hes a very down to earth and greatguy. I remember thinking durring his set, I dont see how anybdy can touch this guy. His seminar gave my own progress a real boost and turn for the better. US west coasters are fortunate to have him out here and I hope he continues to come. |
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Duane McKay Member From: Hartsville, Indiana, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 01:00 PM
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Know what? Doug Jernigan is scheduled to play at the Indy Gospel Steel Show on May 6 and 7th ! [Indianapolis, IN] Be there! The McKays' |
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CrowBear Schmitt Member From: Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France |
posted 23 April 2005 01:14 PM
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i have never had the pleasure of meeting this gentleman, but i've got his sides & he's a chop & tone monster ! |
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Bill Simmons Member From: Keller, Texas, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 01:43 PM
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Doug has to be one of the all time great steel players! His playing is just unbelieveable -- slow or fast. Doug is also an incredible teacher. Besides being a monster steel player, he is one of the kindest and friendliest people you will ever meet! |
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Jonathan Gregg Member From: New York City |
posted 23 April 2005 02:09 PM
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And a very unassuming, humble person to boot. At a recent convention in Norwalk, Conn., I asked him why he never comes to New York -- he is such an amazing jazz player that it seems a shame that he never gets heard in a city that plays such a big role in the growth and perpetuation of that style. But he seemed to think that the players there were too cutting-edge for him... I did my best to persuade him that he'd be blowing minds left and right, but I don't think I made the sale. Really a shame -- I wish more guys of his caliber (all four of them) would consider doing club dates once in a while in NYC. It would enhance the prestige of the instrument enormously. I hope to get a chance to study with him some day. On C6, there are really only one or two other guys in the word to touch him. And his bluegrass rides are terrifying as well. |
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Don Lampley Member From: Thompsonville, Illinois, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 02:38 PM
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Doug just played a show in Benton Il. He playes just as fast as ever and a pleasure to talk to a real gentleman. In my book one of the top players in the world. ------------------ |
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George Redmon Member From: |
posted 23 April 2005 02:44 PM
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Doug Jernigan is the reason i decided to spend my musical life studying C6th, and only C6th. I to have had lessons from Doug. He showed me this simple little riff, that will get you out of trouble on almost any occasion,...i have worn that lick out. I am going to try to make that Indy Show Duane ------------------ |
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Bobby Caldwell Member From: St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 03:02 PM
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Over the years I have played with Doug many many times. We all know what a great player he is but just as important he is a great person. He so much fun to be around and I love to get to pick with him. God bless Doug. Bobby |
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MUSICO Member From: Jeremy Williams in Spain |
posted 23 April 2005 03:04 PM
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I´m curious, ¿what does an extended C6 copedant look like? ¿Have you posted it anywhere? Jeremy Williams |
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David Mason Member From: Cambridge, MD, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 03:48 PM
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I was just going to ask, does anybody know Doug's C6th tuning? I have an old, old, old instruction course from him and his pedals and knees were every bit as wierd as Paul Franklin's, even back then. |
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David L. Donald Member From: Koh Samui Island, Thailand |
posted 23 April 2005 05:24 PM
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At the moment I remember a pretty much vanilla Emmons C6 set up. if memory serves. Ah but what he does with it. His pedal 4 is like an old Jimmy Crawford set up you can find in the Manula of Style, I played the Carter D-10 he played at Gerry Hogan's show in Newbury for about 40 minutes. I know most of Doug's set in my head, He was just masterful. [This message was edited by David L. Donald on 23 April 2005 at 05:28 PM.] |
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BobbeSeymour Member From: Hendersonville TN USA |
posted 23 April 2005 05:28 PM
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Doug? Astounding, as a person and as a player. As a friend, there is no better, nothing said could be enough about this great person. Bobbe |
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Damir Besic Member From: La Vergne,TN |
posted 23 April 2005 07:15 PM
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Amen to that Db ------------------ |
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Stephen Gambrell Member From: Ware Shoals, South Carolina, USA |
posted 23 April 2005 08:35 PM
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What can you say? Doug Jernigan is a class act. One of the world's BEST steel players, who should have an ego bigger than anybody's---but I've seen him play "Farewell Party," just so some guy could get up and sing one with the band. If I could play like somebody, I'd play like Doug. And if I could be nice, I'd be as NICE as Doug! |
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Joey Ace Sysop From: Southern Ontario, Canada |
posted 24 April 2005 04:12 AM
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I attended a Doug J Intermediate/Advanced Seminar two day ago, in Washington, Pa. Great player, teacher, person. Thanks Doug! |
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Klaus Caprani Member From: Copenhagen, Denmark |
posted 24 April 2005 04:59 AM
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Some time ago I was doing some work at the computer while listening to Steel Radio when D.J. stopped me dead in my tracks. I think this gospel like instrumental was "What a friend we have in jesus" or something. I simply had to stop working and just listen. The tone just jumped out at me, in spite of the compression of the broadcast. He must be one of the greatest sounding steelers on the planet. ------------------ MCI RangeXpander S-10 3x4 |
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Doug Rolfe Member From: Indianapolis, IN |
posted 24 April 2005 06:16 AM
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Doug has been coming to our Gospel steel show now for several years and is always a blessing each time he comes. He will be here again this year. I am sure that the initial comment on this thread is about the DVD that we produce at our show and feel that I should respond to the negative statement by the poster regarding the band. Keyboards--Roy Rosetta Drums--Ron Stroupe Bass--Pat Coyne Lead Guitar--Chuck Spires It is simply one of the best back up bands anywhere. I go to several steel shows each year and the only band that compares to this one is at St. Louis which includes Roy Rosetta. IMHO they not only "have a clue" but do a great job of complementing the steel players. [This message was edited by Doug Rolfe on 24 April 2005 at 06:17 AM.] |
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Howard Tate Member From: Leesville, Louisiana, USA |
posted 24 April 2005 06:50 AM
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In Dallas this year Bruce Zumsteg delivered a brand new Zum to Doug.In fact, he was still setting it up shortly before Dougs set. Doug played it like it was an old friend. He gives me the impression that he knows all there is to know about playing. Just super good. It's a good thing they had someone like Jim Cohen to follow him. Jimbeaux did a great job, of course. ------------------ |
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pix1 Member From: WESCOSVILLE,PA,U.S.A. |
posted 24 April 2005 07:44 AM
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Well let me jump in here to help correct this injustice as well. I LOVE Dougs playing as well as several of his tablature lessons. He plays the blinding fast single note stuff as well as anyone out there. He can also slow it down and play all those lush, chordy numbers. One of the true greats! Robbie Bossert |
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Paul King Member From: Gainesville, Texas, USA |
posted 24 April 2005 08:24 AM
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I have heard Doug play several times and every time he was fantastic. I have met him briefly and his perssonality was that of an humble man. When you start listing top steel players names Doug Jernigan name has to be right there with the rest of them. For those who have never seen him play in a show setting you have missed a real blessing. |
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Al Marcus Member From: Cedar Springs,MI USA |
posted 24 April 2005 08:58 AM
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I was amazed by Doug Jernigan's playing when I first heard him at Scotty's back around 1977, and when I got his first LP. His "Orange Blossom Special" and "Black Mountain Rag" are impressive as to his speed. ------------------ |
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Nic du Toit Member From: Milnerton, Cape, South Africa |
posted 24 April 2005 10:24 AM
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I am so impressed by the positive feedback from my fellow forumites. I met Doug at Jeff Newman's place during 1980. I remember seeing Doug and Hal Rugg talking in the kitchen while Jeff, Buddy and Paul F were busy horsing around on stage. Jeff came off stage and called me over, saying 'let me introduce you to some fine steel players'. By that time Paul and Buddy also joined us as we marched over to the kitchen. Both Doug and Hal said that although they enjoy playing to 'would-be' steelers, they really don't like crowds. Being 'out of Africa' made me an oddity, I suppose. All these gentlemen made me feel very special by having quite lengthly conversations with me. Ah1 What great memories. ------------------ |
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Greg Derksen Member From: Calgary, AB. Canada |
posted 24 April 2005 10:40 AM
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A true master of both necks, Scarey good player, I got thinking of what it would be like to see PF, TW, DJ, and BE all on a Super Jam |
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Bob Watson Member From: Champaign, Illinois, U.S. |
posted 24 April 2005 11:09 PM
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Doug Jernigan has been one of my favorite steel players ever since I first heard his Uptown to Country album in the early 70's. His rendition of "My Funny Valentine" and "Four" were instrumental (no pun intended) in my decision to become a steel player. I had always liked the sound of the psg, but hearing someone play jazz on one showed me that it had no musical boundaries. [This message was edited by Bob Watson on 24 April 2005 at 11:16 PM.] [This message was edited by Bob Watson on 25 April 2005 at 01:13 AM.] |
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Delbert Aldredge Member From: Willis, Texas, USA |
posted 25 April 2005 04:16 AM
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"Black Mountain Rag" hooked me on Doug Jernigan....Wow, what a picker!.....has Doug quiet playing his Super-Pro? |
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John Ciano Member From: Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA |
posted 25 April 2005 04:22 PM
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Its great reading ya'll saying what I think about Doug. After seeing him 6-7 times at the NPSGA shows through the years it amazes me that he continues to grow musically and gets better year after year. I love all the tunes mentioned above but his version of "Thats All That Matters" takes my breath away. He was on a Vassar Clements album in the 70's (not Hillbilly Jazz) that was a major influence on me. On it was "Night Train", "Lonesome Fiddle Blues", "Listen to the Mockingbird". Incredable picking on a non-steel album. Does anyone remember the name of the album and if it is available on CD? |
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Steve Spitz Member From: New Orleans, LA, USA |
posted 25 April 2005 04:51 PM
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"If he aint in a class of his own, it sure don`t take long to call role"
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Bill Ford Member From: Graniteville SC Aiken |
posted 25 April 2005 05:14 PM
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Like Steve said, If he ain't #1, he ain't too far down the list. With all that said,the class player Doug is, it is really hard to pick a #1 player, and if you ask him, he would name someone else, he's that kind of person. I've met, and heard him live, and the one that floors me is a slow tune that he plays both necks at the same time, I don't know the name, but it is beautifull>>>go Doug. Bill |
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Jeff Bradshaw Member From: Leslieville, AB |
posted 25 April 2005 05:36 PM
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Hi Bill, I think that the slow tune that Doug plays on both necks is called "My Bonnie"? I also think that it was recorded on his first album for the Emmons label...the album cover had a swimming pool, a rosewood Emmons D10 and 2 beautiful babes surounding the guitar. It is a great album...including the cover. Best regards. ..jeff |
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Steve Dodson Member From: Sparta, Tennessee, USA |
posted 25 April 2005 06:07 PM
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Would it be (Bonnie Marie)? |
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Doug Rolfe Member From: Indianapolis, IN |
posted 25 April 2005 07:19 PM
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Doug has been playing a Zum now for quite some time. I believe he was playing a Nashville LTD before that. We are looking forward to having him at our GSGA show in INDY on May 6th and 7th. |
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Howard Tate Member From: Leesville, Louisiana, USA |
posted 25 April 2005 08:50 PM
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At the Dallas show he played a song on c6 neck and once in a while he would play several notes on e9. Can't remember what song, I just remember how pretty it sounded. If I heard it without seeing it I would have been unable to figure out what he was doing. The sound was so different it was almost like some form of harmonics. ------------------ |
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Jim Cohen Member From: Philadelphia, PA |
posted 25 April 2005 09:03 PM
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Howard, that would have been the aforementioned, "Bonnie Marie". |
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Jeff Bradshaw Member From: Leslieville, AB |
posted 25 April 2005 09:15 PM
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Bonnie Marie is the correct tittle for...thanks for jogging my memory fellows. ...jeff |
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Steve Dodson Member From: Sparta, Tennessee, USA |
posted 26 April 2005 01:05 PM
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I agree with everything thats been said and more. As a great player and person, I don't feel there would be enough room on the internet, to say everything that's Great about Doug. Lets keep this one going for a one of a kind.  |
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