Even before the release of the tribute box-set Restless Spirits, Childers influence on other songwriters was pervasive. The Tulsa World reported that Bob Childers songs have been recorded by more than 200 artists.Conner, Thomas. The nominees for Spot Music Award "Best Oklahoma Sound Act" are.... Tulsa World, Oct 15, 2999. Retrieved August 2, 2008. Many musicians have stated that Childers served as a mentor. Bassist-guitarist Bob Wiles said of Childers, "He was the first older, respected musician to take us
