Where does james burton live now
Is james burton still alive.
Burton
- January 10, 2024
- Guitarist
Quick Facts
Burton Biography
Burton is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on August 21, 1939 in Dubberly, Louisiana, United States.
James Edward Burton (born August 21, 1939, in Dubberly, Louisiana) is an American guitarist.
A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since 2001 (his induction speech was given by longtime fan Keith Richards), Burton has also been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum. Critic Mark Demming writes that “Burton has a well-deserved reputation as one of the finest guitar pickers in either country or rock … Burton is one of the best guitar players to ever touch a fretboard.” He is ranked number 19 in Rolling Stone list of 100 Greatest Guitarists.
Since the 1950s, Burton has recorded and performed with an array of singers, including Bob Luman, Dale Hawkins, Ricky Nelson, Elvis Presley (and leader of Presley’s TCB Band), The Everly Br