If you’ve ever looked at album credits in a Kenny Chesney album you’ve probably seen the name Buddy Cannon. He’s produced every Chesney record dating back to I Will Stand in 1997.

On Tuesday, Cannon underwent surgery to remove heart blockage:

Songwriter and producer Buddy Cannon underwent surgery Tuesday to clear a blocked carotid artery, and as of Wednesday was back home recovering.

Cannon says he’s doing fine, and expects to be back at his daily activities next week.

Country music fans will be well aware of Cannon’s broad body of work — he’s been in the producer’s chair for releases from the likes of Kenny Chesney and George Jones, and he’s written or co-written a cache of well-loved country songs, including George Strait’s chart-topping “Give It Away” and tunes on Joe Nichols’ most recent set, Old Things New.

(photo: Michael Clancy)