Jim Hoke OMG!!!

Stu Schulman · Post by **Stu Schulman** » 10 Oct 2020 5:42 am

Jim Hoke chimed in on Mike Perlowins thread about classical music and the steel guitar and he seemed very humble...he also mentioned his playing on the"Otto"cd.So I emailed Jim and asked him how I could purchase a CD I was intrigued,he also asked what kind f music I liked?I haven't touched my instruments in a few weeks,I've been dealing with my usual doctor,and veterinarian visits and taking care of a cat and a couple of chickens,and a rooster...Jim's CD arrived late yesterday afternoon,The only decent stereo that I own is in my car,So a short While ago I decided to pop in the "Otto CD"on my drive to the supermarket...Jim claims that he's not a great steel player?I beg to differ!This CD has totally blown me away unlike anything I've ever heard.Do yourself a favor and get in touch with Jim and buy this amazing CD.

Stu Schulman · Post by **Stu Schulman** » 10 Oct 2020 7:04 am

Now I'm listening to Jim playing in"Orchestra Tropical"
Just as great!!

John Macy · Post by **John Macy** » 11 Oct 2020 4:56 am

Jim’s a great horn player and steel player. I love his take on “Let Them In” by Lee Ann Womack for an Americana tribute to Paul McCartney.
https://youtu.be/Q4-TJCnoEvw

Asa Brosius · Post by **Asa Brosius** » 11 Oct 2020 6:03 am

+1 on that John. I performed that song a few times live, and for awhile copied the solo note for note- such a lyrical, pedal steel-cliche-free bit. Wonderful guy, and such a creative musical mind.

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 11 Oct 2020 12:01 pm

Yeah, Jim is a too-well-kept secret. Super guy & super player.

Stu Schulman · Post by **Stu Schulman** » 12 Oct 2020 3:55 am

John Macy, Thanks for the Womack clip...I am so far behind on this stuff,Jim Hoke is now one of my idols along with Mickey Mantle,Sandy Koufax,and Sneaky Pete.

Jim Hoke · Post by **Jim Hoke** » 12 Oct 2020 10:34 am

Thanks for the kind words, gentlemen! Nice to hear that McCartney tune again - one of the most fun sessions I ever got to do, thanks to producer and great musician Phil Madiera. I tell ya tho, I really wish I'd used a little vibrato in there.... that was a nice Carter I traded a Sho Bud Super Pro to Bobbe Seymour for. Thanks again for the shout-out. Stay safe!

b0b · Post by **b0b** » 27 Feb 2023 8:24 am

Otto is one of my favorite CDs. I can’t wait until there’s another one like it.

Jim Hoke · Post by **Jim Hoke** » 27 Feb 2023 8:45 am

Thanks bOb! Matter o' fact, I'm getting ready to play some cello/steel duets with my son Austin this Saturday at a steel guitar event that Russ Pahl is putting together. He's got me, Luke Schneider, Dan Dugmore and several others playing short sets at The Blue Room. Austin and I will be doing some Otto-like material and a few pop classics. We'll be recording soon...

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 27 Feb 2023 9:46 am

Well played, Jim!!!

That Lee Ann Womack track is terrific: just as I love to hear E9 played. (I guess you may tell me 'It's not E9, but another tuning entirely..' but it sounds like really musical use of the top neck to me.

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Jim Hoke · Post by **Jim Hoke** » 27 Feb 2023 1:00 pm

I really appreciate that Roger - yep that was the E9 neck. There isn't much you can't find chord-wise on it.

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 27 Feb 2023 1:16 pm

My feelings exactly, Jim.

Andrew Goulet · Post by **Andrew Goulet** » 16 Mar 2023 2:07 pm

Serendipitous that I've been looking into classical steel and find this thread!

I'm going to check out Otto...b0b's last recommendation on the forum, it seems

W. Van Horn · Post by **W. Van Horn** » 18 Mar 2023 7:13 am

I watched the livestream of the steel guitar arts council and Jim's performance with his son blew me away. Absolutely fantastic - truly musical playing, great songs, perfect duo arrangements. "Jim Hoke OMG!!!" is the appropriate sentiment.

Bruce Bouton · Post by **Bruce Bouton** » 18 Mar 2023 7:43 am

Jim Hoke is a Nashville treasure. He plays so many instruments well. His approach to steel guitar is so refreshing. There’s a freedom in his playing that I envy!

John Macy · Post by **John Macy** » 19 Mar 2023 7:45 am

I have all his CDs and they are regulars during my drives back and forth from Texas to Colorado.