Wheeling, West Virginia
Dear Country Music Fan,
Thanks for stopping by. First of all I'd like to introduce myself . Country music fans all over have known me by my stage name, Slim Lehart (the Wheeling Cat), for almost 50 years. I've played more honky tonks over the years than I can remember. In that time I had the great 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 years I graced 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, Les Seevers, Bob Gallion, Ronnie Smith, JoAnn Davis, Jimmy Stephens, Crazy Elmer, Patti Powell, the Vandergrift Brothers and many others.
Needless to say, country music still runs through 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 can tell a story or stir your emotions quite like a country song. I still play clubs and functions and will continue to do so...as long as (like Hank used to say) "the Good Lord's willin' and the creek don't rise." Make plans to join me at one of my shows this year. I'd really enjoy seeing you!
I almost forgot to mention that I've included a few pictures in the photo gallery. They show a few memorable times of my life in country music over the years. I'll be adding more as time permits so stop back soon.
Best Country Wishes,
Slim Lehart
The Wheeling Cat
P.S.- On Saturday, July 19, 2008 I'll once again be appearing at 'Jamboree-In-The-Hills'. I still remember the first time I played there in 1977. It was a great time then as it will be again this year. I hope to see some of you out there in the hills! |
