Died On This Date (August 11, 2008) Don Helms / Played Steel Guitar For Hank Williams
themusicsover Don Helms
February 28, 1927 – August 11, 2008
Don Helms’ signature steel guitar can be heard on over 100 Hank Williams recordings. Throughout his career that spanned over 60 years, Helms played on such classic recordings as “Cash On The Barrelhead” (Louvin Brothers), “Walkin’ After Midnight” (Patsy Cline), and “Long Black Veil” (Lefty Frizzell). He also played with Johnny Cash, Vince Gill and Hank Williams Jr., among many more. Don Helms died from complications of heart surgery and diabetes.
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