Introducing LARRY SUTPHIN

Jerry Hayes R.I.P. · Post by **Jerry Hayes R.I.P.** » 17 Mar 2002 9:34 am

I'd like to introduce everyone on here to my "Older Brother" Larry Sutphin! Larry's kind of a shy guy in a way and monitors this Forum all the time but never posts. He's the premier Steel Player in the area where I live and has been for many years! He is the first call when a session's happening or when a band needs to be augmented by steel for a special occasion. We work together 3 or 4 nights a week in a band called the Legends and specialize in Classic Country but he's at home in any type of music. We're trying to get him to start coming to some of the steel shows and get known as he's a 1st string player for sure. You can get a little more info about him at our website for "Steel Guitarists of Hampton Roads" which can be found at: www.evertize.com/sutphin. Larry is retired and is a great vocalist as well. He spends most of his days playing a single gig at some retirement homes in this area for the senior citizens who can't get out to hear music anymore! He plays a D-10 Mullen through a new Nashville 1000 Amp. In closing I'd just like to say "Larry, if you're gonna keep playin' my licks, you'd better clean 'em up!" Honestly, the guys a monster player and needs to be heard!

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Livin' in the Past and the Future with a 12 string Mooney tuning.

[This message was edited by Jerry Hayes on 17 March 2002 at 09:37 AM.]

Tim Harr · Post by **Tim Harr** » 17 Mar 2002 1:05 pm

I met Larry in Virginia back in 1995 while I was attending an advanced Military musician course at NAB-Little Creek.

He let me sit in and we had a blast. I am sure he will remember it.

It was also the first time I ever saw a Marrs Cat Can...I think he had one there.

I always remember how nice he was to us Army Musicans that were visiting!!

Welcome Larry!!!!

Tim

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 17 Mar 2002 2:19 pm

Larry Sutphin

Larry uses a Vocal harmonizer and uses it the best of anyone I've seen or heard. Great Showman and super good guy. Sure gets a great tone out of his steel rig too.

He's a gud un

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John - Camden Recording and Sound Services

[This message was edited by John Floyd on 17 March 2002 at 03:42 PM.]

Rick Garrett · Post by **Rick Garrett** » 17 Mar 2002 2:45 pm

Welcome to the forum Larry. Looking forward to you sharing some good info with us new guys.

Rick Garrett

Joseph V. Sapp · Post by **Joseph V. Sapp** » 18 Mar 2002 7:37 am

I first met Larry when he pushed pedals for Patsy Mitchel and Keith Thompson. I sat and couldnt beleave my ears what came out of his "Emmons". thats been well over 20 years ago, and just like a fine wine,,,only gets better with age. not just his styles, but a down to earth person and a pleasure to chat with. not affraid to show or tell you how he pulled that last lick !!!!!! Welcome Larry and hope to hear from you.
Joseph:
Derby SD-10 4X5, Fender twin, Nashville 400, Profex ll, Lexicon MPX 100, and ZB Custom

Kenny Dail · Post by **Kenny Dail** » 19 Mar 2002 8:44 pm

Hi Larry...welcome. You'll like the company.

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kd...and the beat goes on...

Jerry Hayes R.I.P. · Post by **Jerry Hayes R.I.P.** » 22 Mar 2002 4:45 am

Larry was back at the gig last night and I'm back on guitar again but at least one good thing. "Everyone" there told him that the steel player last week (ME) was a whole lot better looking!!!

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Livin' in the Past and the Future with a 12 string Mooney tuning.

Kenny Dail · Post by **Kenny Dail** » 22 Mar 2002 10:07 am

Beauty is in the lap of the beholder...

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kd...and the beat goes on...