Mac Wilson

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Oral History Information

Interview Date
Job Title
Consultant
Company Name
Paul Reed Smith Guitars

Mac Wilson grew up in a musical home as both of his parents were singers.  In middle school he learned the guitar and even earned a little money playing around town.  Mac continued to play throughout high school and college.   In 1974, Mac met Danny Gatton and soon began taking lessons from Danny.  The two developed a long lasting friendship.  Over the years Mac also managed a recording studio and musical acts in Nashville, which is where he met Johnny Hiland.  It was Mac who helped bring Johnny to the attention of Paul Reed Smith whose company, PRS Guitar Company, endorsed Johnny.  Mac was thrilled to play a role in the music industry as music has always been his passion.