Buddy Emmons: Steel Guitar Icon

Buddy Emmons, the master of the pedal steel guitar, has been recognized as the No Depression's Most Memorable Music Book of 2022. Steve Fishell's biography and memoir, Buddy Emmons: A Life in Music, draws extensively on in-depth interviews with Emmons and his autobiographical writings to provide a fascinating musical and personal portrait of an innovator whose peerless playing and countless recordings recognized no boundaries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2022
Publisher: University of Illinois Press

The pedal steel guitar virtuoso, Buddy Emmons, has left an indelible mark on the music industry over his illustrious career, spanning over five decades. His unparalleled skill and mastery have set the standard for musicians worldwide. In his remarkable book, "A No Depression: The Most Memorable Music Book of 2022," Steve Fishell combines biography and memoir to delve into the life and work of Buddy Emmons. Through extensive interviews with the artist and his autobiographical writings, Fishell paints a vivid portrait of Emmons' journey from his early days playing in strip clubs to his Grand Ole Opry debut with Little Jimmy Dickens at the age of 18.

Emmons' restless experimentation and willingness to push boundaries led him to collaborate with legends like Ernest Tubb and Ray Price, cementing his place in the annals of American music. Fishell weaves in captivating stories and anecdotes from a host of musical greats, including Willie Nelson, Brenda Lee, Linda Ronstadt, and Pat Martino, providing a fascinating musical and personal portrait of an innovator whose peerless playing and countless recordings recognized no boundaries.

"A No Depression: The Most Memorable Music Book of 2022" is a one-of-a-kind life story that expands our understanding of Buddy Emmons' groundbreaking artistry and his profound impact on country music, jazz, and beyond. It is a must-read for music enthusiasts and fans of this legendary musician.

Weight: 446g
Dimension: 153 x 227 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252086786