Martin, Jimmy, 1927-2005

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Dates:
Birth 1927-08-10
Death 2005-05-14
Birth 1962

Biographical notes:

Bluegrass performer. Born August 10, 1927. Full name: James Henry Martin. Guitarist and lead singer for Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys, 1949-1954. Successful performer, songwriter, and recording artist. His recording credits include the bluegrass standards "Rock Hearts," "Sophronie," "Hold Whatcha Got," "Widow Maker," and "The Sunny Side of the Mountain." Member, International Bluegrass Music Hall of Honor.

From the description of Oral history interview with Jimmy Martin; 1993 December 16; interview conducted by John Rumble and Chris Skinker. 1993 Dec. 16. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841048

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Subjects:

  • Bluegrass music
  • Bluegrass musicians
  • Bluegrass musicians
  • Country music
  • Bluegrass musicians

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  • United States (as recorded)