Wheeling, West Virginia
Dear Country Music Fan,
Thanks for stopping by. First of all I'd like to introduce myself. Country music fans from all over have known me by my stage name, Slim Lehart (the Wheeling Cat), for almost 50 years. I've played more shows in more places over the years than I can remember. In that time I've had the pleasure of singing on the same stage with some of the legends of country music such as Johnny Cash, Del Reeves, Conway Twitty, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Waylon Jennings, Sonny James, the Louvin Brothers, Charlie Pride, Jerry Lee Lewis, and countless others.
For many years I took to the stage as a member of the WWVA Wheeling Jamboree in Wheeling, WV. Shows were broadcast live every Saturday night (until recently) and could be heard in 18 east coast states and 6 Canadian provinces. I have many fond memories playing shows with Doc and Chickie Williams and their daughters Peeper, Pooch and Punkin, Bob Gallion, Ronnie Smith, JoAnn Davis, Jimmy Stephens, Crazy Elmer, Patti Powell, the Vandergrift Brothers and many, many others. Update: After extensive renovations the Capitol Music Hall is scheduled to reopen in the fall of 2009. For more information be sure to visit their website at CapitolTheatreWheeling.com. Frank O'Brien, Executive Director of the WheelingCVB, is to be commended for his efforts in reviving an historic icon that will continue to serve Wheeling's rich musical heritage.
Needless to say, country music still runs in my veins to this day. Although I still enjoy belting out a new song once in awhile it's the classic songs from the '60's and '70's I enjoy singing most. Nothing tells a story or stirs the emotions quite like a country song. I still play various clubs and functions to this day. If you get a chance be sure to join me at one of my shows this year. I'd really enjoy seeing you.
Ive included some pictures in the photo gallery that show some of the memorable times of my life in country music over the years. You can also find a few more
Best Country Wishes,
Slim Lehart
The Wheeling Cat
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