Keith Gattis, a prolific multi-disciplinary contributor to country music, passed away at the age of 52. Gattis made a name for himself as a songwriter, player, and producer, leaving a mark on country music that won't be forgotten. Check out this hidden gem called "The Puppet" from his self-titled debut album.
A prolific songwriter, Gattis had numerous film and television sync placements, including songs featured in The Jacket, Sicario, and Nashville. He collaborated on records with some of country music's biggest names, including George Jones, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Willie Nelson, Kid Rock, Randy Houser, Charlie Robison, Gary Allan, Ashley Monroe, Allison Moorer, Waylon Payne, Miranda Lambert, Sara Evans, Dwight Yoakam, Brandy Clark, Randy Rogers Band, Randy Travis, Eli Young Band, and others.
Despite failing to gain traction with his debut self-titled album on RCA Nashville, Gattis persevered and found his niche in enhancing the music of others. He wrote and co-wrote tracks for many of the aforementioned artists, and worked as a studio player with others such as Jon Pardi, Bruce Robison, and Sunny Sweeney. Gattis produced albums for Wade Bowen, Randy Houser, Waylon Payne, Jason James, Micky and the Motorcars, and more.
Keith Gattis was born on May 26th, 1971, in Georgetown, Texas, and began playing professionally at the age of 16. The cause of his death has not been disclosed. Nonetheless, the news of his passing has come as a shock to the country music industry, and many musicians and industry professionals have expressed their condolences.
