Clay's first introduction to many was as the lead guitarist for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, winning a Grammy Award during his tenure there. After departing Skaggs, Hess toured and recorded with several of the top bands in the genre.
Highlight: Using his thumb to slow down records so he could learn the guitar part while Mom listened through the wall.
Clay's first introduction to many was as the lead guitarist for Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, winning a Grammy Award during his tenure there. After departing Skaggs, Hess toured and recorded with several of the top bands in the genre.
Highlight: Using his thumb to slow down records so he could learn the guitar part while Mom listened through the wall.