Chet Atkins 1924-2001. (Last Chorus).(Obituary)
From: Sing Out!
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Date: 9/22/2001
When Mother Maybelle and the Carter Sisters invited Chet Atkins to play with them on the Grand Ole Opry in 1950, they set in motion a chain of events that would change the music world forever. Atkins rose from status of unknown sideman to a top music executive who would re-direct the course of country music. Under Chet's guidance, the rough, twangy sounds of rural country pickers gave way to chart topping hits from smooth, pop-influenced artists. Even with the creation of the ...
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