Doc Watson

Description: (Former Guitarist who won seven Grammy awards as well as a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award)
Doc Watson was a renowned American guitarist, songwriter, and singer celebrated for his expertise in bluegrass, folk, country, blues, and gospel music. He was honored with seven Grammy awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award for his exceptional fingerpicking and flatpicking skills, and his deep understanding of traditional American music. Despite his blindness, Doc Watson mesmerized audiences with his solo performances and collaborations with his son, guitarist Merle Watson, until Merle's unfortunate death in 1985.

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Birthday March 3, 1923 (Pisces)
Born In Deep Gap, North Carolina, United States
Died on May 29, 2012
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