Jody Carver Web Site & Recordings

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 18 Jul 2005 8:53 pm

Here's a pic of Jody with Alvino Rey. About halfway down the page . .[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 18 July 2005 at 09:54 PM.]

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 19 Jul 2005 5:10 am

Bump for a great site. The photos are fantastic. Great shot of Jody & Speedy.

Rick, if I ever become famous, I would commission you to create my website..... <pre>and I don't pay such a high commission</pre>

Al Marcus · Post by **Al Marcus** » 19 Jul 2005 5:11 pm

Rick-I just read Jody's "The Frets of My Life". It sure hits home, doesn't it.

Jody is not only a great Musician, and Steel Guitaist, but also a Great Writer. I hope that he keeps on for many, many years to come........al

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Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 20 Jul 2005 8:36 am

Jody's "FRETS" is a great read with lots of meaningful, heart-tugging emotion, and strikes a chord for those still in the first octave as well as for those of us already beyond the 12th fret.

The frets are a lot closer together for me than I would like, but on balance, it's not all that bad being up there in "Hugheyland".

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Greg Sullivan · Post by **Greg Sullivan** » 22 Jul 2005 1:48 am

I have just read the Frets of Life and all I can say it that Jody Carver has more compassion than anyone my husband and myself have ever met. Only Jody could express himself as he did with much eloquence.
When I think of class, I think of Jody Carver
We pray that you live a long and happy life,your website is a gift that you deserve
with much thanks to Mr. Rick Alexander.

Lisa & Greg We Love You Jody. When you read Jody's book You will read the words of one of the nicest human beings in the world.

God Bless You Jody.[This message was edited by Greg Sullivan on 22 July 2005 at 03:12 AM.]

Joey Ace · Post by **Joey Ace** » 22 Jul 2005 6:11 am

"The Frets Of Life" is indeed a beautiful essay.

I will never look at my fingerboard the same way again.

Thanks Jody.

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 23 Jul 2005 8:16 am

Thanks you Lisa and Greg and to my buddy Joey
I get emotional when I read the words I wrote.When I read my words of the "Frets Of My Life", it brings me back to another place and another time. I'm pleased that you enjoyed a part of my life. However it makes me sad that Marilyn is not with me to see this. Its as though it was not me, as like in a dream.Then I woke up.

Thanks so much.

Jody.

[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 23 July 2005 at 09:22 AM.]

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 23 Jul 2005 8:22 am

You are welcome Jody!

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Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 23 Jul 2005 11:00 am

I'm sorry. I didnt forget to thank you Gene.

Thank you for you're friendship.

Luv ya Cowboy.

Gene Jones · Post by **Gene Jones** » 23 Jul 2005 11:27 am

John Bechtel · Post by **John Bechtel** » 24 Jul 2005 5:38 pm

I think I have just about all Jody’s available recordings and am looking forward to his book also. Thanks to many facts that where told to me by Jody about Fender Guitars, occasionally I am also able to pass on some info. to other inquiring persons. Jody has been a major contributer to the world of steel~guitar, and deserves to be Bumped-Up, to the top! Oops!

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Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 25 Jul 2005 4:18 pm

Due to illness in my immediate family,my book
"The Last Fender Guitar" will be on hold.
I am sorry to those who are expecting my book
I will do my very best to complete "The Last Fender Guitar when I am able.
See my thread in "Extended Family"

Jody

[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 25 July 2005 at 05:30 PM.]

Dan Carey · Post by **Dan Carey** » 26 Jul 2005 9:12 am

My being a new member. I have known jody carver for
35 years and we have not been in touch until a friend told me about this forum. jody was my teacher and mentor and he deserves this great tribute to him. He is a wonderful human
being and a great steel guitarist.Thank you for honoring my friend. We have just been in touch and I am sorry for the health problems he and his family are having. thank you this is a fantastic tribute to a wonderful human being.

Dan Carey

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 27 Jul 2005 10:34 pm

Some new old photos on Jody's web site at http://jodycarver.com/Photographs.html

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 28 Jul 2005 2:02 am

Fabulous photos!

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 1 Aug 2005 2:16 pm

A New Shipment and last of the Arthur Godfrey
"off air"cd's have been received. This batch cosists of the entire Godfrey Show as recorded right off of the air on CBS TV & Radio dated February 7th 8th 9th and 10.

Thank you

Jody
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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 1 Aug 2005 2:37 pm

Here is the purchasing info for this newly updated historical recording. Get it while you can . .

[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 05 August 2005 at 07:25 PM.]

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 9 Aug 2005 7:04 am

I spent about an hour one morning going through all the links that originated here.
It's a great history, all taken in together.
Listening to the Hot Club sounds--I remember what steel guitar was now.
It's amazing how much Jody has had to do with popular music. Amazing. I was a kid, I didn't know....

I think this is great, Rick. To see the photos, to see how it all ties in together.

I recommend you visit the site and go through the whole thing.
Charlie

Dan Carey · Post by **Dan Carey** » 10 Aug 2005 8:13 am

I went through the web site twice,this is history lesson and I love those western outfits and those pretty girls

The Frets of life is beautiful.

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 11 Aug 2005 12:39 am

Yep, pretty girls, different in a way that I can't quite figure out....

But did you see those steels?!
What I like is how the steel player used to be at the front of the stage. What happened? Do I need a Fender endorsement or what!?

Maybe just fancier clothes.

Dan Carey · Post by **Dan Carey** » 11 Aug 2005 3:59 am

Do I need a Fender endorsement or what!? (NO)

Jody Carver was a pioneer for Fender during the early years,long before Fender became what they are today. Jody was also an endorser of Fender and one of Fenders top salesman. The Fender photo was made for promtional purposes for the Fender Catalogue.
There is much history about Jody that is not on his website,it would take up too much bandwith to tell the story.
I didnt know Jody back then, he's a fine guy
and still plays steel now and then, but he is
for the most part retired from active playing
He spends most of his time writing and helping a friend Sandy Miller (who is one of the gals on his web site)do a cd.Its all over the Forum, the title is "The Time Of A Sands Gone By".

Dan

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 11 Aug 2005 6:56 am

Dan, I was just kidding as I always am (hard to tell on the internet). I endorse Fender, not the other way around (I don't think they know me).
But I've gotten to know Jody over the forum and through email in the last few weeks, and I think he's the coolest.

No, it takes talent to get to where he is; not the clothes (it may get looks from the chicks, but that's about all); not even the guitars. They come later.

I've read your name in association with him.
I count myself fortunate to be one now.
(IF I can get my $*^%&*# computer to copy a disc, I've got a Jo Stafford collection that I'm going to send to him.) Meanwhile, I can't wait to meet Sandy thru her cd.
"No, I get the first one!" "No, I want it!"
It can't be bad with Jody's backing.

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 13 Aug 2005 1:15 am

Hey 'Shiny-Faced Boy,'
I just read the article following your appearance on the Arthur Godfrey show, from the Rick's link on the first page.
Did Godfrey play his uke with you during your week-long gig on tv? Seems he was famous for doing that.

Fender Fine Electric Instrument Company: those were the days, my friend; we thought they'd never end until CBS came along.

I continue to find interesting links here; more history than imaginable.

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 13 Aug 2005 2:13 pm

Did Godfrey play his uke with me?? Yes he did Charlie.I did the usual weekly show after the talent scouts show and then I went back
later on and did a few more appearances with
Godfrey on his Wednesday Night Show. Arthur Godfrey and his Friends. My face is not shiny any more ha

That was long before CBS made the aqquisition of Fender and Yes,
Those were the good old days, Thanks for asking.
I sure wished I could turn back the time.

Charlie McDonald · Post by **Charlie McDonald** » 14 Aug 2005 2:28 am

The only time machine I have is my record player.
I figured Arthur wouldn't be able to resist 'jamming' with you. ("Hey, I used to play with Jody Carver!")
He was a kind old sort, from a kind old time.