John Duffey

Born: Mar 4, 1934 in Washington DC

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Died: Dec 10, 1996 in Arlington, VA

Genre: Country, Folk

Biography: John Duffey was known for his high lonesome tenor, brilliantly innovative mandolin playing, and the important part he played in establishing the Seldom Scene on the highest levels of bluegrass stardom and accomplishment. He has also been credited, particularly amongst his fellow musicians, as one of ...Read full biography

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Always in Style: A Classic Collection

Released: 2000

Label: Sugar Hill

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The title of this postmortem retrospective is an affectionate gag; John Duffey, with his never-changing crewcut, his Hawaiian shirts, and his polyester pants, was rarely if ever in style. He had, in the ...Read full review

The Rebel Years: 1962-1977

Released: 2011

Label: Rebel Records

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John Duffey's four-octave voice, a perfect high and lonesome tenor, and his innovative mandolin playing (he also designed and built mandolins) made him one of modern bluegrass' most unsung and vital performers ...Read full review

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