Toy Caldwell
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He's just like any other man, yet there is something special about him. There are no frills, no flashiness, no Rhinestone Cowboy getup, but still, something that stands out. You can tell immediately when he walks into the room: He's somebody, yet he could be anybody...... Laura Corbin
Toy Caldwell is considered one of Southern Rock's greatest guitarists. His ability to write hit after hit almost effortlessly was astounding. Toy was famous for not playing with a pick, and using his thumb. George McCorkle has shared stories of him and Toy standing face to face playing while blood was flying from Toy's thumb. A unique personality as well as a formidable musician, he was a peer of both Dickey Betts and Charlie Daniels, and his best work crossed effortlessly between country, blues, and rock & roll. Toy wrote most of Marshall Tucker's music. However, "Can't You See" will stand out as a true masterpiece. The song is played on both Country and Rock Stations. It has also recently been used in TV commercials. The Song is considered a southern rock anthem along the side of Skynyrd's Freebird and The Allman Brothers' Midnight Rider. Tragically, Toy passed away in 1993. One can only imagine the wonderful songs that could have been.
We miss you Toy.
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