Truetone Lounge | Gordon Kennedy

Gordon Kennedy is a 2-time Grammy Award-winning musician, songwriter, and producer who happens to also have an amazing musical pedigree. His mother was a regular on the Louisiana Hayride with a recording contract, and his father was a member of the famed Nashville A-Team and ran Mercury Records’ Nashville division for 21-years. The stories abound about his musical upbringing, as he watches his record exec father steer the careers of Roger Miller, Jerry Lee Lewis, and the Statler Brothers, yet the pace doesn't slow a bit as it moves into his storied career. Multiple Grammy wins, working with Frampton, Clapton, Garth, Skaggs and so many other musical legends show that Kennedy is his own man, with his own incredible story. We also take a look at some of his stunning collection of instruments that includes two that are part of the Gibson Custom Shop Collector's Series; his father's b-bender equipped 1961 ES-335, and his 1959 Les Paul, formerly owned by John Sebastian.

[garyandpattyworley]

So refreshing to give Jesus the glory! Awesome awesome interview

[TexasJackdaw]

Wow - I opened for Whiteheart back in the 80s. Gordon had replaced Dann Huff - which was a pretty big story. I got to hang with Gordon for a bit during our “line check” - we didn’t get a full sound check. I just remember Gordon encouraging the sound crew to give us a few more minutes. Such a talented and genuine guy. From my experience. If you ever read this, Gordon, thanks. 🙏

[tonywhetham]

Great interview. So many great stories. Kudos for allowing your subject to talk and not interrupting, Thats how it should be done.

[PaulSter]

Gotta give this one, more than a 'like'. Man, I love this one. Great interview.

Gordon = Great man

[blueishxx]

it's mind boggling to imagine how anyone could grow up around that much musicality, amazing interview

[markbarrett]

Man this is such a great interview. Gordon has a talent for story telling as well as playing guitar. And that Les Paul!? Holy smokes what a sound. Good job Zac.

[neilkorsgaard]

Man, I love this series. Every one is pure gold. My dad took us to see Roger Miller at the state fair and we came home singing "Dang Me". That story had me grinning ear to ear and remembering my dad.

[mikestillwagon]

As much as I adore Truetone products, I appreciate the fact that these don't devolve into Truetone commercials. Well done.

[dhix]

Preparation meets opportunity. Mr. kennedy is a humble guy. Thanks

[captainzeb]

GK is the man. Period.
“I’ve never spent so much money just to turn things off”, he said in reference to his Bradshaw switching rig which he sold a time later after buying it. The man plays with primarily just a guitar and an amp. He is a true guitarist. Technology does not replace talent.

One of his many great songs that I thoroughly enjoy listening to is “That Kind of Love”.

[jimhyde]

I cannot say enough how much I like these interviews! Zac is a great interviewer! Keep them coming.

[fredmillard]

Zac, you do excellent interviews. I enjoy each one better than the last. Thanks so much.

[alfredoaguilera]

What a great interview. I remember being in awe of the the Dr. Jekyll Mr. Christian and Maybe today solos as a kid. Gordon is a an awesome guitarist and person.

[bwall]

I love all these. But, this was my favorite yet. My first time seeing Gordon was on the White Heart Vital Signs tour. Dann had just departed. I have followed his career ever since. Still seems as humble as he did back then. Thanks for the great interview Zac!

[jeffhebert]

I really enjoy sitting with a coffee and watching heard of alot of these gentlemen, but realize I'm familiar with alot of their work and I'm really a huge fan of theirs . So nice to see the " hidden hero's " of these fantastic songs from over the years...thanks for bringing these guitar legends into the spotlight .

[eldar]

That part about life-defining moments and accepting opportunities which come mostly in a form of challenges. Thank you for this great interview!🙏

[sampokantele]

There is so much good guitar content in Youtube nowadays, but I *always* find time to watch Truetone Lounge! Thank you for making these! PS. how about Tom Bokovac and Dann Huff?

[dannymarks]

One of your best ever Z. So much information and insight. Thank you.

[luteboyslim]

I could hang at the Truetone Lounge for days at a time! Thanks!

[billtice]

This has been an absolute treat! Thanks Zac!