Mickey Adams

Sonny Jenkins · Post by **Sonny Jenkins** » 28 Apr 2023 11:10 am

Is anyone in touch with Mickey? Wondering how he is doing since his accident. Is he recovering?,,playing?,,active? He used to be such an active contributer to the forum,,,,such a talent.
Any update on his status would be appreciated.

Richard Sinkler · Post by **Richard Sinkler** » 28 Apr 2023 11:46 am

He's been a member of the Orange Blossom Opry (playing guitar) in Florida for some time now.

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 28 Apr 2023 11:48 am

Mickey is in the staff band at the Orange Blossom Opry in Weirsdale Florida.

Sonny Jenkins · Post by **Sonny Jenkins** » 29 Apr 2023 4:13 am

So,,,,how is he doing? No more steel guitar? Flying?

Bill Ferguson · Post by **Bill Ferguson** » 29 Apr 2023 6:11 am

Mickey is all over FaceBook.

He is still playing steel, but he has the lead guitar gig at the Orange Blossom Opry.

I don't think he is flying, but I could be wrong.

Lee Baucum · Post by **Lee Baucum** » 29 Apr 2023 7:01 am

Several years ago he had a heart "episode" of some sort.

At that time, he told me he was no longer flying.

Of course, that may have changed.

What an incredible musician.

Dale Rottacker · Post by **Dale Rottacker** » 29 Apr 2023 7:09 am

He called me a couple weeks ago... sounded good, happy to be playing with some great musicians with the Orange Blossom Opry.

John Brabant · Post by **John Brabant** » 9 Jul 2023 3:56 am

TTT. Mickey, update us all on what you have been up to...

Mickey Adams · Post by **Mickey Adams** » 13 Jul 2023 4:25 am

Oh, thank you all my friends ..It has been quite some time since I posted here.
I am currently in TX on vacation from the Opry.
I wish I could tell you all that there hasn’t been any residual effects from
my concussion, but that’s not the case. My short term memory loss is pretty severe
so it’s not uncommon for me to have to learn things over and over.
I live in Salt Springs FL, and I am not involved in aviation at all.. I’ve flown twice in 6 years.. I miss the prestige, and the travel, but I am enjoying being grounded for the first time in 60 years..I play with Doug Stock, one of the worlds best steel guitarists, and Bobby Randall from Sawyer Brown.. We have a great thing going..
My Willie Nelson tribute show is coming up Aug 26th, and I’ve sold out in record time.. So god is blessing me still with being able to perform.
I miss so many of you..and my dear friend John Brabant… thank you for keeping up, and in touch..
Every now and then someone recognizes me from YouTube..and I get to relive my glory days, and see first hand that I made a difference in someone’s playing.. a true gift ..God bless you all here on the SGF..

Doug Earnest · Post by **Doug Earnest** » 13 Jul 2023 5:48 am

Mickey, you most certainly have made a difference in the lives of a lot of people and have left a lasting legacy that will continue to help many more.

You help people to learn, you bring entertainment, you show compassion to and respect for your fellow human beings.

If that could be said of all of us the world would be a better place.

Take care pal.

Jim Cooley · Post by **Jim Cooley** » 13 Jul 2023 6:14 am

Hey Mickey - It's great that you are doing so well. I've seen that you are on vacation and back in Bandera; good to have you in Texas again. Give me a shout if you're up this way. We can have lunch, a glass of tea, or just hang out and do nothing for a little while. You're always welcome.

Ricky Davis · Post by **Ricky Davis** » 13 Jul 2023 6:44 am

Amen Mickey. Every day we can wake up and look in the mirror and say: "I like this guy today and I'm ready to plow forward with what I love to do/be".
And YOU GOT IT Bro; I hear that enthusiasm in your words. Go to it my Brother.
Love ya,
Ricky

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 13 Jul 2023 6:12 pm

Mickey, you certainly did make a impact on lots of steel players with your instructions on YouTube. I still revisit these and it's a treasure trove of goodness. Glad to hear you are enjoying life and still doing music. Rave on.

Jeremy Threlfall · Post by **Jeremy Threlfall** » 16 Jul 2023 8:25 pm

Mickey Adams wrote: Every now and then someone recognizes me from YouTube..and I get to relive my glory days, and see first hand that I made a difference in someone’s playing.. a true gift ..God bless you all here on the SGF..

you made a big difference to my playing, mate - all the best

John Sims · Post by **John Sims** » 23 Jul 2023 2:45 am

It's good to hear you are doing well Micky! I'll be up there to see you soon and hear you guys play. Stay well!

Mickey Adams · Post by **Mickey Adams** » 15 Sep 2023 8:13 am

I can’t tell you all how humbled I am by your posts..My friends..

Joshua Tschetter · Post by **Joshua Tschetter** » 5 Oct 2023 3:45 pm

Mickey Adams “A man among men” enough said!

Thanks for all your hard work and dedication to us steel boyz:)

Lee Radzicki · Post by **Lee Radzicki** » 2 Jan 2024 3:14 pm

On 12/26/23, the Orange Blossom Opry announced on their Facebook page that Mickey had left the Orange Blossom Opry band. No reason given. His 3/24/24 Willie Nelson tribute show, to which I had tickets & was looking forward to, has been cancelled.

https://www.facebook.com/TheOrangeBlossomOpry/

David Farrell · Post by **David Farrell** » 2 Jan 2024 7:05 pm

Mickey,

I wish you the best sir.

I've been playing steel guitar for almost 7 years now. I learned some of my first things from you on YouTube. Many thanks!

Lee Dassow · Post by **Lee Dassow** » 2 Jan 2024 7:28 pm

Always loved your in depth videos Mickey. T.Lee

Mickey Adams · Post by **Mickey Adams** » 23 Nov 2025 6:53 pm

I want you all to know how much I appreciate your posts here on the Forum. Ive been away from here for quite sometime...I am back playing my steel again though, and living in Texas, and Florida..

Pat Dixon · Post by **Pat Dixon** » 24 Nov 2025 2:17 am

Hope the recovery's going well buddy, be careful - rattlesnakes grow big in both states!

Your YT lessons have helped me more than you know.

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 24 Nov 2025 7:02 pm

Glad you're back on the steel. Best wishes Mickey.

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