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On This Day 14 Years Ago, We Said Goodbye to the Guitar Genius Whose Flatpicking Skills Inspired Generations

On This Day 14 Years Ago, We Said Goodbye to the Blind Guitar Genius Whose Flatpicking Skills Inspired Generations

The Iconic Bluegrass Musician That Discovered Old Crow Medicine Show

Doc Watson pose for a portrait with an acoustic guitar in circa 1968.

Remembering the Late, Great Doc Watson with 3 Standout Songs from His Deep Discography

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Dolly Parton Releases Tribute Song to Doc Watson on What Would’ve Been His 100th Birthday

February 16, 2023, 10:41 am
Premiere: David Newbould, “Ready for the Times to Get Better”

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November 22, 2013, 11:02 am
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The Steep Canyon Rangers: A Bluegrass Tour De Force To Be Reckoned With

May 16, 2013, 11:14 am
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MerleFest Wraps Up In Style With Avett Brothers, Doc Watson Tribute

April 30, 2013, 10:10 am
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Report: MerleFest 2013, Day 1

April 26, 2013, 11:57 am
MerleFest And The Memory Of Doc Watson
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Bob Minner: A Dancehall Doctor Steps Out

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Great Quotations: Seth Avett on Doc Watson

July 27, 2012, 10:58 am
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Wakarusa Report: The Avett Brothers

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