Gwin Foster

Gwin Stanley Foster (December 25, 1903 – November 25, 1954), also known as Gwen or Gwyn,[1] was an old-time/country harmonica and guitar player who was known for work in The Carolina Tar Heels[2] and the Blue Ridge Mountain Entertainers [de].

[3] He was born in Caldwell, North Carolina, and died in Gastonia, North Carolina, the son of Joe Foster and Myra Elizabeth (nee Day).

[4] He worked in the textile mills, where he met banjoist Coble "Dock" Walsh, and they formed the band.

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