Chester Burton Atkins (1924-2001) is one of the most recognized and celebrated country guitarist of all times. As multi-instumentalist, songwriter and record producer he was one of the creators of the "Nashville Sound". He recieved fourteen Grammys, nine Country Music Association awards and was introduced to Rock'N'Roll Hall Of Fame, Country Music Hall Of Fame and Musicians Hall Of Fame. His picking style also inspired a large number of famous guitarists through the years, among them George Harrison. This was his twenty-eighth solo studio album of fiftynine in total. Never been a die-hard fan myself, but this I couldn't refuse. I was caught alredy by the sleeve, with its wig set-up on front and the George Harrison homage to the man on rear. Also fun to see himself happily dressed in a Beatle wig. The songs are recorded with band support and/or orchestra, but the guitar is always in the center. Everything is proficiently arranged and produced with more than one amazing guitar pick pattern and the audio on this UK mono is tophole. So even if I'm not accustomed to or in love with the genre it's still good listening. Getting songs I love treated by a very skilled guitarist can never be a bad thing. Favorite tracks - "I Feel Fine", "Michelle" and "I'll Cry Instead". Premiere US on RCA Victor (LPM/LSP 3531), also 1966 releases in Canada, Japan , Germany and a couple of Southamerican countries. Japan 2018 limited edition remastered CD on RCA (SICP-5901). Early UK had label as shown here in a laminated cover.
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