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James Burton

Born: Aug 21, 1939 in Shreveport, LA

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Styles: Bakersfield Sound, Instrumental Country, Rock & Roll, Traditional Country, Rockabilly

Biography: Born in Minden, LA, on August 21, 1939, influential guitarist James Burton got his start in the 1950s as a backup musician on the radio show Louisiana Hayride, where he met Dale Hawkins. Hawkins' 1957 hit, "Suzie Q," was the first in a string of successes to feature the young Burton. A six-year stint ...Read full biography

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The Guitar Sounds of James Burton

Released: 1971

Label: River

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James Burton has a well-deserved reputation as one of the finest guitar pickers in either country or rock, having played subtly dazzling solos on sessions for everyone from Ricky Nelson and Dale Hawkins ...Read full review

Corn Pickin' and Slick Slidin'

Released: 1969

Label: Sundazed

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This reissue of a 1968 instrumental album features steel guitar hero Ralph Mooney. ~ Dan Cooper, All Music Guide ...Read full review

More James Burton albums: Main Albums (2), Compilations (1)

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