Biff Watson | |
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| Birth name | Fletcher Bangs Watson V |
| Born | 1952 (age 72–73) Virginia, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock music,country music |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1971–present |
| Formerly of | Tennessee Pulleybone |
| Website | biffbangs |
Fletcher Bangs"Biff" Watson (born 1952) is an American guitarist, songwriter, and producer. His musicianship has been a part of recording sessions for many artists.[1]
Raised inChatham, Virginia,[2] Watson learned how to play guitar at age 11. Upon graduation from high school, he hitchhiked toNashville where he played on demos and showcases, and backing up touring artistsCrystal Gayle,[3]Tracy Nelson, andDon Williams.[4]
Watson focused on session work for producers such asEmory Gordy Jr.[5] andGarth Fundis, and eventually branched out into record production.[6]
Watson has worked with artists such asDusty Springfield,[7]George Strait,[8]Dolly Parton,[9]Toby Keith,[10]Sara Evans,[11] andShania Twain.[12]
Don Williams' backing band "The Scratch Band" included Watson,Danny Flowers,Dave Pomeroy, and Pat McInerney.[13] They released one album,The Scratch Band Featuring Danny Flowers.[14]
Watson was an original member of the bandTennessee Pulleybone along with Big Ken Smith, Jerry Tuttle, andJohn Wolters. The band recorded several singles for JMI Records inJack Clements' studio.[15]
Watson was a member of the band Tone Patrol, with Pomeroy,Kenny Malone, Larry Chaney, and Sam Bacco.[16][17]
Watson has frequently been a member and leader of theCountry Music Hall of Fame Medallion Ceremony Band. Other members have included John Hobbs,Eddie Bayers,Paul Franklin,Brent Mason,Michael Rhodes, Deanie Richardson, Tania Hancheroff, and Wes Hightower.[18]
Watson serves on the board of directors of theCountry Music Association.[19]
Watson is a Trustee of Local 257 Nashville Chapter of theAmerican Federation of Musicians.
Watson serves on the Advisory Board of The American Music Channel, and is a partner in Trifectone Music Group, which writes, produces and performs the music for Bob Kingsley’s Country Top 40 Countdown.
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