He was a noted guitarist and fiddler, and a member of The Buckaroos, the backing band of Don's best friend, country singer Buck Owens. Rich was killed in a motorcycle accident in 1974 at …

Jul 18, 2024 · Buck Owens and Don Rich were one of the most important duos in the history of country music. But always selfless, Don remained the consummate side player and simply a …

We're bringing the music of Buck Owens, Don Rich, and the Buckaroos into the digital spotlight one song, album, and interview at a time. Happy Thanksgiving, Buckaroos! We’ve got a lot to …

Country Western Musician. He was instrumental in defining the Bakersfield sound of country music. He was Buck Owens' lead guitarist, harmonizer and fiddle player, and leader of Owens' …

Apr 21, 2023 · Discover the story behind Don Rich, Buck Owens’ right-hand man, and his exceptional electric guitar playing. Read on to learn more.

Rich was named CMA Instrumentalist of the Year in 1974. He is recognized as one of the greatest country musicians of all time and integral in developing the Bakersfield Sound and the Buck …

He was a noted guitarist and fiddler, and a member of the The Buckaroos, the backing band of country singer Buck Owens. Don graduated from Olympia High School in 1959, already having …

According to Owens's son Buddy Alan, the accidental 1974 death of Don Rich, his closest friend, devastated him for years and impaired his creative efforts until he mounted a comeback in the …

2 days ago · It's a special look back at the music. Dive deep into the heartbreaking yet inspiring journey of country music icons Buck Owens and Don Rich with Johnny Owens.

Aug 8, 2010 · “ Don Rich was the quintessential driving force behind Buck Owens. His lead guitar, fiddle playing, and soulful tenor made the Buckaroos the premier band in country music in the …