Jimmy Capps, Famed Grand Ole Opry House Band Guitarist, Has Died

It's a tough week for the country music community, mourning the death of Grande Ole Opry house band guitarist, Jimmy Capps.The masterful guitar player was both a country session musician and a longtime Grand Ole Opry house band guitarist.Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, the talented musician had an impressive career.His work included collaborations with Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Kenny Rogers, Conway Twitty, and more greats.Jimmy helped define country music for more than one generation of fans. His musicianship will live on every time somebody somewhere plays [Kenny Rogers'] 'The Gambler,' '[George Jones] 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' or countless other recordings.., Dan RogersGrande Ole Opry.With a heavy heart, the team at the Grand Ole Opry also posted an announcement of Capps' passing on social media.And many fellow musicians expressed their sorrow in the comments section.He passed at 81-years-old, and we send our deepest condolences to all who knew, loved, and listened to Capps