on the other hand, slack-key may not be what you're looking for. the "Some of them are old" solo is actually Sneaky Pete Kleinow on pedal steel guitar. He's a major session-cat who is probably best known for his work with the Flying Burrito Brothers and also plays the solo on Frank Zappa's "it Just Might be a One-Shot Deal" from the album Waka/Jawaka.
I just love that solo on the Zappa album. I always rewind to hear it at least one more time. Pure bliss. It sent me on a hunt for similar stuff. So far I haven't found anything that matches that solo but here's a few things to explore: - The Pahinui Brothers self-titled CD is pretty good. Some of the music is really good but does get syrupy at times. Ry Cooder, David Lindley and Jim Keltner guest on it which drew me in. - Ry Cooder's Chicken Skin Music is an excellent album with a bit of slack key. Gabby Pahinui plays on a tune or two. And then there's also Flaco Jimenez on accordion for some nice conjunto touches. - Bob Brozman's Devil's Slide features some good slack key. His playing is impeccable, but sometimes I find some of his stuff to be a bit corny. The collaboration album(s) he's done with Hawaiian musicians might be worth checking out... - King Sunny Ade's Juju is another excellent album that features slack key in some mellow but awesome African grooves. -Dave