Example 7 At the heart of Chet Atkins’ approach is the palm-muted alternating bassline, but Chet played complex melodies on top and took influence from farther afield.

Guitar legend Chet Atkins is renowned for his distinctive fingerstyle playing, which combined a walking bass line with melody and rhythm. As a producer, he was an architect of the Nashville Sound ...

Jazz musician Chet Atkins's bio, concert & touring information, albums, reviews, videos, photos and more.

'We Still Can't Say Good Bye: A Musicians' Tribute to Chet Atkins' will feature a long list of stellar guitarists and artists.