Deke Dickerson kept wondering why nobody had written a comprehensive biography of Merle Travis. Dickerson is a gifted musician, guitar expert, and music historian. Merle Travis was an influential ...
Popularized in 1955 by country singer Tennessee Ernie Ford, “Sixteen Tons” offers a glimpse into the stark realities of a coal miner working in the mines of Rosewood, Kentucky. Ford’s version reached ...
On this day (October 20) in 1983, Merle Travis died of a heart attack at his home in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He was 65 years old. Before he died, Travis built a lasting legacy in the country music world.
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Fingerpicking secrets every country guitarist needs
Country guitar fingerpicking blends melody, bass, and rhythm into one rich sound, making it a cornerstone of the genre. From Travis picking to modern arpeggios, mastering these techniques opens up ...
Country musician and song writer Merle Travis enjoyed eating at Nikki’s Drive Inn on Cherokee Boulevard when he was traveling through Chattanooga. It was in early 1966 when Travis came to entertain at ...
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