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From his lucky ’83 Les Paul and Fleetwood Mac-inspired soloing to “getting away with murder” at the sessions, the Dire ...
Music historian Don Cusic chatted about his new book “Chet Atkins: Mr. Guitar (Music of the American South).” Chet Atkins was an inductee of the following Halls of Fame: the Rock and Roll Hall ...
A masterful tribute to the man who reshaped country music—Don Cusic chronicles the life and legacy of Chet Atkins, the legendary 'Mr. Guitar.
Tetrarch's Diamond Rowe shouts out some of the best and most memorable guitar solos and leads in nu-metal history.
Despite The Everlys having some bulletproof singing, Knopfler said that he was transfixed listening to Atkins in the background, saying, “The biggest of all was the Everly Brothers – with Chet Atkins ...
Iconic movies like Back to the Future and School of Rock have some of the most memorable guitar solos, adding a much-welcome dose of rock and roll.
Vince Gill Receives Praise from Chet Atkins Before they played a rendition of the traditional song “Goin’ Down the Road Feelin’ Bad,” Vince Gill received some praise from his hero.
The guitar’s edge and soundhole is inlaid with abalone and ebony. Country musician, Chet Atkins previously owned and played this guitar and owned several Haile guitars throughout his career.
Tommy Emmanuel does things with the acoustic guitar that defy belief. He does things with pop-culture's canon that blow our mind. Here he walks through his approach, sharing wisdom as he goes ...
On what would have been his 100th birthday, Country Music Hall of Famer Chet Atkins is being honored by a choreographed piece by the Nashville Ballet.
Some lots, like Chet Atkins’ guitar—donated by British singer-songwriter Mark Knopfler—will benefit the The King’s Trust. Proceeds from several more will go towards the Teenage Cancer Trust.