Chet Atkins
(1924-2001)
American musician
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Chester Burton "Chet" Atkins (June 20, 1924 – June 30, 2001), known as "Mr. Guitar" and "The Country Gentleman", was an American musician, occasional vocalist, songwriter, and record producer who, along with Owen Bradley and Bob Ferguson, helped create the Nashville sound, the country music style which expanded its appeal to adult pop music fans. He was primarily known as a guitarist. He also played the mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and ukulele.
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Chester Burton Atkins 20 June 1924 Luttrell, Tennessee
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| Died |
30 June 2001 (aged 77) Nashville, Tennessee
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| Zodiac | Gemini |
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