Is it any wonder Buddy's musical contributions became legendary? A must read!"-Paul Franklin This book showcases the essence of Buddy Emmons! The back stories are insightful, revealing Buddy's explorative mindset along with his restless quest towards perfection. Buddy Emmons: Steel Guitar Icon is a book that's been waiting for someone like Fishell to write, and it's required reading for anyone interested in the history of country music in general and the steel guitar in particular." - No Depression "Fishell tells a captivating story in radiant prose, a reminder of how brilliant and influential Emmons' playing, writing, and inventiveness were.
"A well-grounded and well-rounded book about a man whose influence on Americana music, and beyond, cannot be over-estimated." - Americana UK He was a musician who didn't just master an instrument, but made it speak new languages, whether the music was country, jazz, folk, or Western swing." - Chapter 16 " Buddy Emmons: Steel Guitar Icon is an uplifting book, filled with inspiring music and inspired innovations. This is a great read, and sheds light on one of Music City's most intriguing and influential players. Reviews"This book is a fascinating portrait of the life and work of steel guitarist Buddy Emmons, a creative genius and complex personality whose impact on the world of music is immeasurable. Fishell weaves in stories and anecdotes from Willie Nelson, Brenda Lee, Linda Ronstadt, Pat Martino, and many others to provide a fascinating musical and personal portrait of an innovator whose peerless playing and countless recordings recognized no boundaries.Ī one-of-a-kind life story, Buddy Emmons expands our view of a groundbreaking artist and his impact on country music, jazz, and beyond. His restless experimentation led to work with Ernest Tubb and Ray Price-and established him in a career that saw him play alongside a who’s who of American music. Emmons went from playing strip clubs to a Grand Ole Opry debut with Little Jimmy Dickens at age 18.
Steve Fishell’s merger of biography and memoir draws extensively on in-depth interviews with Emmons and the artist's autobiographical writings. About the BookThe acknowledged maestro of the pedal steel guitar, Buddy Emmons lent his unparalleled virtuosity to over five decades of hit recordings and set standards that remain the benchmark for musicians today.
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