What is Doc Watson's full name?
Arthel Lane Watson
Doc Watson nickname(s):
Arthel Lane Watson, Doc Watson
Doc Watson date of birth:
March 3, 1923
How old was Doc Watson when died?
89
Where was Doc Watson born?
Deep Gap, North Carolina, USA
When did Doc Watson die?
May 29, 2012
Where did Doc Watson die?
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
Doc Watson body shape:
Average
What color is Doc Watson's hair?
Grey
What is Doc Watson's ethnicity?
White
What is Doc Watson nationality?
American
What is Doc Watson's occupation?
Bluegrass Musician
What genre is Doc Watson's work?
Blues, bluegrass, country, folk, gospel
What instruments does Doc Watson play?
Vocals, guitar, banjo, harmonica
Short Biography
Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson (March 3, 1923 – May 29, 2012) was an American guitarist, songwriter, and singer of bluegrass, folk, country, blues, and gospel music. Watson won seven Grammy awards as well as a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Watson's flatpicking skills and knowledge of traditional American music were highly regarded. He performed with his son, guitarist Merle Watson, for over 15 years until Merle's death in 1985 in an accident on the family farm.