Born in San Diego, California, Race Godson began playing guitar at age 13. Immediately after seeing his first concert – KISS, he knew what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Fired up by the blend of theater and rock n roll, he practiced 12 hours a day for 3 years before joining bands that played the most prestigious venues in California. Race cut his musical teeth at The Whisky, The Roxy and Troubadour in Los Angeles, The Keystone and Stone in San Francisco as well as opening for Metallica, Poison, Guns ‘N’ Roses, Joe Satriani and Ratt.

A songwriting partnership led him to Portland, Oregon, where he formed and co-fronted the still thriving Top-40 band 24/7. After 7 years at the top of the Northwest club circuit Race made the move to Music City – Nashville, Tennessee.

After touring extensively throughout the South and Midwest with his own band, The Space Cowboys, he was offered the lead guitar position at the world famous Tootsies Orchid Lounge in Nashville. This led to appearances with music greats Hank Williams Jr., Steve Miller, John Rich, Gavin DeGraw, Gretchen Wilson, Mel Tillis, Little Jimmy Dickens, and Lorrie Morgan. A major career highlight was performing with Rhodes Scholar/Oscar winner/legendary songwriter Kris Kristofferson as well as leading the all-star band for the Tootsies Orchid Lounge 50th Anniversary Celebration at the historic Ryman Auditorium.

A veteran of over 4,500 live performances, Race is thrilled to be touring with 7 Bridges : The Ultimate Eagles Experience. When he’s not on the road with 7 Bridges, Race enjoys writing, producing, and performing with various groups in Nashville. Race also specializes in live performance coaching.

Race currently resides in Nashville, TN, and is a BIG fan of Victory motorcycles!