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I'm having difficulty figuring out how these posts work...anyway, enjoy this photo of Eric's doggie " ...

This is the first time in a long time that I looked at the Forum. Doug Jones told me about your gathering and it's quite a hit, Bob! I like to think Eric is lingering around there somewhere! Well, e ...

I tried to post a photo of Eric and me, from my files, but it didn't work. I think you remember what Eric looked like. I'm sure his presence was felt as several played that fantastically restored st ...

Bob, words can't express my gratitude for what you are doing in remembrance of my son, Eric. I am continually amazed at how much he was loved and admired for his playing/relationships and the love of ...

Bob, this is fantastic! It warms my heart to see how you appreciated my son Eric's love for his music. A mother's love for her son couldn't be more "lifted up." Like Eric said in his obitu ...

Again, I want to thank all of you who loved my son, Eric, for all the loving and comforting messages that have been posted here on the forum to date. I've been spending many hours "taking care&qu ...

You've got to know that I was so amazed and my heart was warmed more than I could believe it could...as I met and saw the presence of so many of you who loved Eric. My special thanks to you Tony and ...

Not I.

EK:

I lost 20 lbs of fluid from around my ribcage in 2 days. I nearly missed an "opportunity" to continue my life saving chemo because some chunky nurse thought I was 'losing too much weight'.
...

I heard myself from Mr J in Bobbe's store one morning after a jam with two of the best in 'the business' at the VFW that he looks, or did at the time, at it as whether or not he feels like being spank ...

Well, this SUCKS. It was Willie's PLACE and THE ROADHOUSE. Seems like they clipped the best of both of them and left the rest. "Outlaw Country" was getting more "bubble gum" by the ...

Looks like thy dropped "Roadhouse" too.. Not good..

:

EJL

It's the one you don't play..

There.

Youse happy now?

Smile

EJL

IME you clean out the finished threads real good of oil and red loctite the coils in. Immediately screwing the leg in and working it around so it isn't too tight, and taking it out while the loctice ...

I had occasion to work a job in a band backing Jack Greene a couple weeks ago.

Jack is having severe memory problems.

While backstage I mentioned to him that I took lessons ffrom a guy that was ...

I know it's not what you specifically asked, but the Ninth (to the I chord) as a leading note allows you to play with the most chords. I 4 5 2 6 and a few others.

Sus4 or the sus4 note is probably ...

Well Peter, you're in the right place.

You noted that flattening some thirds fouls other intervals.

On the PSG, you can tune a few positions , or a least a couple to accommodate flatted thirds. ...

Well during the 80s and a lot of the 90s there was a steady current of players in Portand. Both in town working gigs and passing through.

The Forum has sure helped in these later times when things ...

Turned out GREAT.

What a couple of Class People and performers. Glad I did a lot of practicing.

We did Mr Greene's hits, and he still has "It". Statue of a Fool, Walkin The Floor, and ...

Well, you are always going to be playing to your ears.

Whatever your tuning method, you have to give it long enough for your internal computer and your reflexes to adjust to it. And for (them) to ( ...

Well. Now I'm getting nervous..

I think the "pick up" band gigs I've done over the years with artists that do that have been the most rewarding.

I remember Hank Thompson asking me to t ...

Well I'm REALLY worshipfully glad I get a chance to do this. They've both been at the top of my list for SO many years. I don't see "Half a Mind" on the set list, but Waltz A/T is.

I alw ...

Same as the value of a good S10. Probably 8-1000. With pedal and case.

JMHO.

EJL

With God Willing, and I emphasise that, on the 8-9 of April, at the Benton Cty Fairgrounds in Kennewick Wa...

That will be me...

I'm REALLY glad to have the chance to play in the "pick-up&q ...

Barry.

This one must have slipped by me.

I think I'm gonna nominate you to the "Brevity is the Soul of Wit" HOF..

Smile

EJL

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Topic: Eric West in Heaven Two Years a/o September 1, 2011
Eric West Replies: 11 Views: 4874	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 31 Aug 2013 4:47 pm Subject: So, Eric West in Heaven Two Years a/o September 1, 2011
Eric West Replies: 11 Views: 4874	http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1205/3080_August_9_2012_Augie_at_Gladys_Place_1.jpg I'm having difficulty figuring out how these posts work...anyway, enjoy this photo of Eric's doggie " ...
Topic: Portland-Metro of Oregon, Steel players gathering.
Eric West Replies: 217 Views: 67519	Forum Section: Upcoming Event Announcements Posted: 2 Oct 2012 6:36 am Subject: Eric's Mom is just saying "Hi"
Eric West Replies: 217 Views: 67519	This is the first time in a long time that I looked at the Forum. Doug Jones told me about your gathering and it's quite a hit, Bob! I like to think Eric is lingering around there somewhere! Well, e ...
Topic: Portland Jam May 20th Beaverton Elks
Eric West Replies: 91 Views: 30421	Forum Section: Upcoming Event Announcements Posted: 22 May 2012 5:57 pm Subject: Portland Jam May 20th Beaverton Elks
Eric West Replies: 91 Views: 30421	I tried to post a photo of Eric and me, from my files, but it didn't work. I think you remember what Eric looked like. I'm sure his presence was felt as several played that fantastically restored st ...
Topic: Refinsh and restore " ERIC WEST GUITAR"
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 45860	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 16 Mar 2012 12:44 pm Subject: Refinsh and restore " ERIC WEST GUITAR"
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 45860	Bob, words can't express my gratitude for what you are doing in remembrance of my son, Eric. I am continually amazed at how much he was loved and admired for his playing/relationships and the love of ...
Topic: Refinsh and restore " ERIC WEST GUITAR"
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 45860	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 24 Dec 2011 7:11 am Subject: Refinsh and restore " ERIC WEST GUITAR"
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 45860	Bob, this is fantastic! It warms my heart to see how you appreciated my son Eric's love for his music. A mother's love for her son couldn't be more "lifted up." Like Eric said in his obitu ...
Topic: Eric West - RIP
Eric West Replies: 99 Views: 44268	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 19 Oct 2011 11:25 am Subject: Eric West - RIP
Eric West Replies: 99 Views: 44268	Again, I want to thank all of you who loved my son, Eric, for all the loving and comforting messages that have been posted here on the forum to date. I've been spending many hours "taking care&qu ...
Topic: ERIC WEST'S FUNERAL Sept 10th, 2011
Eric West Replies: 15 Views: 8118	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 12 Sep 2011 6:04 am Subject: The Celebration of Eric's Life
Eric West Replies: 15 Views: 8118	You've got to know that I was so amazed and my heart was warmed more than I could believe it could...as I met and saw the presence of so many of you who loved Eric. My special thanks to you Tony and ...
Topic: Anyone know who EFL might be?
Eric West Replies: 4 Views: 2119	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 7 Jul 2011 12:08 pm Subject: Anyone know who EFL might be?
Eric West Replies: 4 Views: 2119	Not I. EK:
Topic: Fess up: How many of us are fat?
Eric West Replies: 64 Views: 19146	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 6 Jul 2011 9:29 pm Subject: Don't try this.
Eric West Replies: 64 Views: 19146	I lost 20 lbs of fluid from around my ribcage in 2 days. I nearly missed an "opportunity" to continue my life saving chemo because some chunky nurse thought I was 'losing too much weight'. ...
Topic: Doug Jernigan--The Cream Rises To The Top
Eric West Replies: 12 Views: 7165	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 26 Jun 2011 6:42 pm Subject: Doug Jernigan--The Cream Rises To The Top
Eric West Replies: 12 Views: 7165	I heard myself from Mr J in Bobbe's store one morning after a jam with two of the best in 'the business' at the VFW that he looks, or did at the time, at it as whether or not he feels like being spank ...
Topic: XM Radio change in direction
Eric West Replies: 76 Views: 31364	Forum Section: Music Posted: 7 May 2011 7:47 am Subject: XM Radio change in direction
Eric West Replies: 76 Views: 31364	Well, this SUCKS. It was Willie's PLACE and THE ROADHOUSE. Seems like they clipped the best of both of them and left the rest. "Outlaw Country" was getting more "bubble gum" by the ...
Topic: XM Radio change in direction
Eric West Replies: 76 Views: 31364	Forum Section: Music Posted: 5 May 2011 3:45 pm Subject: XM Radio change in direction
Eric West Replies: 76 Views: 31364	Looks like thy dropped "Roadhouse" too.. Not good.. : EJL
Topic: In Any Key. What do you think is the most important chord ?
Eric West Replies: 85 Views: 20861	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 2 May 2011 3:10 pm Subject: In Any Key. What do you think is the most important chord ?
Eric West Replies: 85 Views: 20861	It's the one you don't play.. There. Youse happy now? EJL
Topic: Repairing a leg socket on an MSA
Eric West Replies: 7 Views: 2997	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 2 May 2011 2:02 pm Subject: Repairing a leg socket on an MSA
Eric West Replies: 7 Views: 2997	IME you clean out the finished threads real good of oil and red loctite the coils in. Immediately screwing the leg in and working it around so it isn't too tight, and taking it out while the loctice ...
Topic: Buddy Charlton Rest In Peace
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 61121	Forum Section: Gone Home Posted: 29 Apr 2011 10:12 pm Subject: Buddy Charlton Rest In Peace
Eric West Replies: 127 Views: 61121	I had occasion to work a job in a band backing Jack Greene a couple weeks ago. Jack is having severe memory problems. While backstage I mentioned to him that I took lessons ffrom a guy that was ...
Topic: In Any Key. What do you think is the most important chord ?
Eric West Replies: 85 Views: 20861	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 28 Apr 2011 4:19 pm Subject: In Any Key. What do you think is the most important chord ?
Eric West Replies: 85 Views: 20861	I know it's not what you specifically asked, but the Ninth (to the I chord) as a leading note allows you to play with the most chords. I 4 5 2 6 and a few others. Sus4 or the sus4 note is probably ...
Topic: Basic Tuning Question - Flat Thirds
Eric West Replies: 31 Views: 9107	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 28 Apr 2011 3:59 pm Subject: Basic Tuning Question - Flat Thirds
Eric West Replies: 31 Views: 9107	Well Peter, you're in the right place. You noted that flattening some thirds fouls other intervals. On the PSG, you can tune a few positions , or a least a couple to accommodate flatted thirds. ...
Topic: If not to the Forum, do you get to share your PSG passion?
Eric West Replies: 19 Views: 5793	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 17 Apr 2011 12:43 pm Subject: If not to the Forum, do you get to share your PSG passion?
Eric West Replies: 19 Views: 5793	Well during the 80s and a lot of the 90s there was a steady current of players in Portand. Both in town working gigs and passing through. The Forum has sure helped in these later times when things ...
Topic: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 10 Apr 2011 7:41 pm Subject: What a Gig!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Turned out GREAT. What a couple of Class People and performers. Glad I did a lot of practicing. We did Mr Greene's hits, and he still has "It". Statue of a Fool, Walkin The Floor, and ...
Topic: Tempered Tuning versus Just Intonation
Eric West Replies: 15 Views: 6238	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 5 Apr 2011 5:58 pm Subject: Tempered Tuning versus Just Intonation
Eric West Replies: 15 Views: 6238	Well, you are always going to be playing to your ears. Whatever your tuning method, you have to give it long enough for your internal computer and your reflexes to adjust to it. And for (them) to ( ...
Topic: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 27 Mar 2011 8:06 pm Subject: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Well. Now I'm getting nervous.. I think the "pick up" band gigs I've done over the years with artists that do that have been the most rewarding. I remember Hank Thompson asking me to t ...
Topic: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 25 Mar 2011 4:36 pm Subject: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Well I'm REALLY worshipfully glad I get a chance to do this. They've both been at the top of my list for SO many years. I don't see "Half a Mind" on the set list, but Waltz A/T is. I alw ...
Topic: Need Forum's Knowledge with value of 72 Sho-Bud Professional
Eric West Replies: 7 Views: 2244	Forum Section: Pedal Steel Posted: 24 Mar 2011 4:15 pm Subject: Need Forum's Knowledge with value of 72 Sho-Bud Professional
Eric West Replies: 7 Views: 2244	Same as the value of a good S10. Probably 8-1000. With pedal and case. JMHO. EJL
Topic: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	Forum Section: Steel Players Posted: 24 Mar 2011 4:01 pm Subject: Steel Player for Jack Greene and Jeannie S Pic Update!
Eric West Replies: 26 Views: 20798	With God Willing, and I emphasise that, on the 8-9 of April, at the Benton Cty Fairgrounds in Kennewick Wa... That will be me... I'm REALLY glad to have the chance to play in the "pick-up&q ...
Topic: Wanda Jackson & The Seatsniffers
Eric West Replies: 14 Views: 4430	Forum Section: Music Posted: 21 Mar 2011 3:56 pm Subject: Wanda Jackson & The Seatsniffers
Eric West Replies: 14 Views: 4430	Barry. This one must have slipped by me. I think I'm gonna nominate you to the "Brevity is the Soul of Wit" HOF.. EJL