The Legendary James Burton
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Published 2024-02-22
The series kicks off with Tony travelling to Shreveport Louisiana to visit with his buddy and guitar legend James Burton. James’s resume reads like a who’s who of the music industry, from his famous bosses, Ricky Nelson, Elvis, John Denver, Frank Sinatra, and so many more. This Rock-N-Roll Hall of Famer opens up his studio and gives a very rare look into this legend’s world. He tells some amazing stories that many have never been told publicly before, while sharing memories of the great career he has had.
All Comments (21)
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Man, I love James Burton. I was so lucky to meet him one time as he was leaving a bowling alley in New Orleans. He was nice enough to stop and chat with me for a few minutes. What a guy. I hope to meet him again. Absolute legend
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I don't think that one can overstate, or even state adequately at all, how influential James Burton is will continue to be to serious guitarists. The man is a living legend and a national treasure. On a personal note, thank you for being sponsored by guitars4vets. As one with PTSD myself, I can say that guitars DO help.
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He toured with John Denver when JD came to Chile in 1985....met him...nice,humble and talented!!! Glad to see him so well👍
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Great story, riding around Hollywood with Eddie Cochran on the back of James’ Triumph. Ricky and Gene Vincent cruising alongside.
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Any guitarist ,regardless of the genre of music they are interested in.Know who this living legend is.James Burton paved the path for many guitar picking players .If you don,t ,you should.He has played with many famous musicians ,past and present.
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Ran into James in front of the Memphis Marriott before the "Elvis Lives" concert in 2002. He was so gracious and down to earth.
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James is 85 this year and incredibly well spoken and friendly man. When he played "Love Me Tender" solo a few years ago, I had Goose bumps. Like listening to an old friend again, you're my hero.
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this man was responsible for influencing me to enjoy a lifetime playing guitar!
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Met him a few years back. Just as nice and humble as he seems here.
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What legends the Burtons are and good a pick for your first episode
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Fantastic to see James looking so well again, what a legend. This is a great interview to watch
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James wife shows her true self by what she has pinned to her jacket God bless you all James is a true guitar legend .
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Saw him playing his pink paisley Fender Telecaster with Elvis back in 1970 during Elvis's summer residency at The International Hotel.I was 12.Fantadtic.
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When James was on tour with Elvis Costello, he allowed me to hold the ring & necklace that You Elvis Presley gave him.
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He is a beast: played the solo on Hello Mary Lou (Goodbye Heart), handpicked by Elvis as his touring guitarist, Invented Chicken Pickin', played lead on the early Merle Haggard songs like Mamma Tried, Lonesome Fugitive, etc. not to mention playing for likely thousands of artists, including the Jackson Five.
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Absolutely love the Burtons!
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OUTSTANDING, TONY!!! Absolutely outstanding!!!!
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Awesome interview. What a fantastic humble man. Not afraid to share his faith in God. This man knows exactly where his talent comes from and is thankful to God for his talent and career
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What master of guitar , taste , tone and phrasing ......A national treasure
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I was lucky enough to meet him at a gig 15 years ago. He's the original in many ways and is the greatest in all ways when it comes to rock and roll, country blues, country rock and tasteful inventive playing.
