Rockie Lynne inherited his late birth father's treasured 1972 D-35 guitar just before the latter passed away.
When it comes to cherished instruments, few hold as much personal and emotional significance as Rockie Lynne's 1972 Martin D-35. This six-string beauty was gifted to him by his biological father, a mysterious figure he only met as an adult, thanks to a DNA test.
Now, before we dive deeper, let's take a quick detour to paint a picture of who this man was. A hardworking truck driver by day, a passionate musician and the frontman of a Southeastern band by night, he was infatuated with the guitar for his entire life. His prized possession, the 1972 D-35, was a constant companion for those years, every strum a testament to the many miles and memories they shared[2].
Rockie was captivated by the guitar as a young orphan, mesmerized by a man who visited the orphanage, playing traditional folk songs in a thumb-picking style. And when his biological father found out about the connection, well, it was a musical union destined to be[3].
Shortly before his passing, Rockie's father, with tears in his eyes and a heart full of love, handed over his cherished Martin. Rockie can't help but reminisce about his father's memory every time he strums those strings. In fact, the emotion was so palpable that it inspired Rockie to pen one of his most poignant songs, My Father's Guitar[1].
The touching history of this Martin guitar stands in stark contrast to the fear that enshrouds some other Martin guitars. For instance, legendary guitarist Joe Bonamassa owns a pre-war acoustic that he's afraid to play, while Eric Clapton was moved to tears when he sold the 1974 000-28 he wrote Wonderful Tonight on[4].
But the emotional weight of Rockie's Martin vastly outweighs any fear or sentimentality. It's a family legacy, the embodiment of a generational passing-of-the-torch. Stay tuned for Rockie Lynne's full interview with us, where he shares more heartwarming stories of his acoustic adventures. In the meantime, subscribe to our newsletter for all the latest guitar news, lessons, reviews, and more!
[1] - The history and significance of Rockie Lynne's 1972 Martin D-35 guitar[2] - Discovering the emotional ties that bind Rockie Lynne and his late biological father to a 1972 Martin D-35[3] - The musical reunion of Rockie Lynne and his biological father through a shared love for the guitar[4] - The unique histories behind various iconic Martin guitars owned by legends such as Joe Bonamassa and Eric Clapton
- Rockie Lynne's cherished Martin D-35, a 1972 acoustic guitar, is not only a symbol of his musical talent but also a reminder of his emotional bond with his father.
- The guitar was a constant companion during the years Rockie spent as a truck driver by day and a band frontman by night.
- This Martin guitar was passed down from Rockie's late biological father, adding a generational perspective to its emotional weight.
