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James Burton

James Burton

Actor Aug 21 (age 86) Dubberly, Louisiana, USA 1957–2026 (69 year career)
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Biography

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 Deming 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 ev…

Known For

Elvis: That's the Way It Is
Film

Elvis: That's the Way It Is

Self - Musician
EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
Film

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

Self (archive footage)
Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii
Film

Elvis - Aloha from Hawaii

Self - Guitar
Elvis on Tour
Film

Elvis on Tour

Self - Guitar
Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night
Film

Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night

Self - Guitar
Heart Like a Wheel
Film

Heart Like a Wheel

Guitar Player, Tex's Band
Elvis Lives: The 25th Anniversary Concert
Film

Elvis Lives: The 25th Anniversary Concert

Self
Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010
Film

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010

Self

Filmography