Description:
As a young man, legendary guitarist and music producer Chet Atkins found a way out of poverty when he picked up his first guitar and began to play. With exceptional talent and determination, Atkins eventually landed in Nashville where he was considered a pioneering force behind what would become known as `The Nashville Sound`. Though a performer in his own right, it was Atkins` ear for music and hit songs that made him a highly sought-after producer. He became instrumental in crafting the careers of such stars as Elvis Presley, Eddy Arnold, The Everly Brothers, Waylon Jennings and Charley Pride. Featured in this documentary: Eddy Arnold/Randy Bachman (The Guess Who)/Bobby Bare /George Benson/Suzy Bogguss/Bill Carlisle (The Carlisles) /The Carter Family/June Carter Cash/Tommy Emmanuel/Don Everly (The Everly Brothers)/John Fogerty/Peter Frampton/Vince Gill/Amy Grant/Steve Howe (Yes)/Waylon Jennings/Mark Knopfler /Willie Nelson/Dolly Parton/Les Paul/Charley Pride. (MPI Home Video)