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Rank #16CountryPre-1960sDeceased

Chet Atkins

Mr. Guitar. His fingerpicking technique and Nashville Sound production shaped country music for generations.

97% approval

About Chet Atkins

Mr. Guitar. His fingerpicking technique and Nashville Sound production shaped country music for generations.

Stats

Overall Rank
#16
Genre
Country
Era
Pre-1960s
Upvotes
19,800
Downvotes
700
Approval
97%

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