Maphis, Joe, 1921-1986

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Country musician. Born May 12, 1921. Died June 27, 1986. Performer, songwriter, and session musician. A leading session guitarist in Hollywood, his musical proficiency earned him the title "King of the Strings." With his wife he formed the successful recording and songwriting duo Joe & Rose Lee Maphis. Their credits include "Dim Lights, Thick Smoke (And Loud Loud Music)."

From the description of Oral history interview with Joe Maphis; 1975 January 7; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Jan. 7. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841045

From the description of Oral history interview with Joe Maphis and Rose Lee Maphis; 1975 January 15; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1975 Jan. 15. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841046
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creatorOf Maphis, Joe, 1921-1986,. Oral history interview with Joe Maphis and Rose Lee Maphis; 1975 January 15; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center
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Birth 1921-05-12

Death 1986-06-27

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