Tony Rice was my first guitar hero. He inspired me and so many others to strive for excellence on the acoustic flat-top, explore new genres and never be afraid to take risks.

Tony Rice American bluegrass musician Eloquent acoustic guitarist whose work has routinely crossed genres and become highly acclaimed in bluegrass circles.

“Tony Rice was the single most influential acoustic guitar player in the last 50 years,” continued Skaggs. “Many if not all of the Bluegrass guitar players of today would say that they cut ...

Tony Rice, the bluegrass guitarist known for his innovative flatpicking, quick sounds and is widely known as one of the greatest players in the genre, has died at the age of 69. His label, Rounder ...