Remembering 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 was a blind musician who won seven Grammy awards as well as a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Watson's flatpicking skills and knowledge of traditional American music are 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.

Ticklin’ the strings this morning and thinking of the late great Arthel “Doc” Watson. Today would have been his 100th birthday and I’m so excited to celebrate his life and legacy tonight in North Carolina with so many great friends and fellow pickers. I can honestly say that I would not be where I am in this life if it wasn’t for Doc. Growing up on his music changed the way I view the world. I’ll always be grateful and he’ll always be my favorite. Happy Birthday Arthel ❤️ | Billy Strings