Biographies - Wes Cook
Wes was born on June 10, 1985 in Jonesville, LA. Born into a family with a musical background, it was no surprise that before he could talk very well, he was behind a microphone singing with a guitar in his hand. His first picture on stage was at the age of 3. His focus has always been on music and his ministry for the Lord. At the age of 12 years old, he filled the roles as guitar player and harmony singer for his family group.
To his list of accomplishments, he adds playing on the stage of the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the world famous Bluebird Café. He was also nominated by the Emerald Coast Southern Gospel Music Association for 2008 Beacon Award Male Vocalist of the Year and 2008 Studio Musician of the Year.
He was named the 2009 Emerald Coast Southern Gospel Music Association Beacon Award Studio Musician of the Year.
When at home, he spends his time studying God’s Word and song writing. He also has a degree in computers and business.
Loves: God, his wife, his family, music, movies, and a good steak house.
Influences: His dad, Tony Rice, and Django Rhinehart.
Main Instrument: Martin D28 Herringbone Guitar.
Favorite Scripture: Psalm 92:2 - I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in Him will I trust.