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James Burton
James Edward Burton is an American guitarist. A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since 2001, Burton has also been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the Musicians Hall and Museum. Critic Mark Demming wrote that "Burton has a well-deserved reputation as one of the best guitar pickers in the country or rock music ... Burton is one of the best guitarists ever to hit neck." He ranks 19th on Rolling Stone's list of top 100 guitarists. Since the 1950s, Burton has recorded and performed with a wide range of singers, including Bob Luman, Dale Hawkins, Ricky Nelson, Elvis Presley, The Everly Brothers, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Glen Campbell, John Denver, Gram Parsons, Emmylou Harris, Judy Collins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Claude King, Elvis Costello, Joe Osborn, Roy Orbison, Joni Mitchell, Hoyt Axton, Townes Van Zandt, Steve Young, Vince Gill and Suzi Quatro.
BornAugust 21, 1939, Dubberly, Louisiana, United States
GenresRock and roll, rockabilly, country, country rock
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1952–present
Associated actsTCB Band, Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, Emmylou Harris, John Denver, The Strangers

About James Burton

Guitarist James Burton was born in Dubberly, Louisiana, United States on August 21, 1939. He's 85 years old today.

Guitarist from Louisiana whose signature twangy sound influenced singers such as Country Singer Vince Gill and Country Singer Johnny Cash.

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James Burton before becoming famous

James Burton was born in the Zodiac sign Leo (The Lion), and 1939 is the year of the Chinese Zodiac Rabbit (兔).

His first two guitars were acoustics, but it was with a telecaster in 1953 that he found his stride. He was already booking professional engagements at the age of fourteen.

Achievement of James Burton

He was a significant influence on Rock Singer Elvis Presley and was a regular musician on Ozzie and Harriet.

James Burton's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

He was born in Webster Parish, Louisiana. Later in life, he married Louise Burton.

James Burton on Social Media

James Burton's news on his Twitter: @jburtonmusic.

James Burton on Facebook: @jamesburtonguitarist.

James Burton Collabed with

He recorded tunes for Pop Singer Jim Messina and Buffalo Springfield's hit second album, Again, in 1967, during the height of the rock 'n' roll era.

James Burton Income & Net worth

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Latest information about James Burton updated on March 15 2023.