Matt Kohl was nominated by OBHOF members David Berntson, Scott Ellison & Bob Wallace. He has over 50 years experience as a Blues bass player and is a founding member of Steve Pryor & the Mighty Kingsnakes (1980’s). He toured on the road with Buddy Miles, played bass with Junior Markham & the Jukes (1980’s 2000’s), and played bass and recorded with Scott Ellison

His Discography includes:

• Glenn R. Townsend – Can’t Live Without Your Love – 1986
• Steve Pryor & the Mighty Kingsnakes – El Nino Chicken Dog – 1998
• Scott Ellison & Jr. Lemley – Change of Heart – 2006
• Liz Mandeville – The Stars Motel – 2016
• Junior Markham – That’s What I Like About You

Matt’s rock solid blues bass playing has provided the pulse for countless blue shows locally and around the country. He is a true bluesman and has been a mighty force on the Oklahoma blues scene for decades. Due to Matt’s failing health, we feel time is of the essence to celebrate Matt’s contribution to Oklahoma blues.