Country music historian Cusic has done a fine job of telling the story of the great Chet Atkins, described here as “arguably the most influential guitarist of the twentieth century and, through his work as a recording executive, is often credited as a founder of the Nashville sound.” Cusic takes us on a satisfying journey that starts in Atkins’ birthplace of Luttrell, TN. We read about his musical adventures with Elvis Presley, the Everly Brothers, and George Harrison. Atkins recorded over 100 solo albums, and Cusic covers it all with an admirable attention to detail.
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