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Duane Eddy
A young Duane Eddy rises from obscurity to become a rock 'n' roll pioneer, crafting a revolutionary "twangy" guitar sound that defines an era and inspires generations of music legends.
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In short · Acted for six decades — 9 credits.
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Duane Eddy was an American guitarist known for his influential "twangy" guitar sound in the late 1950s and early 1960s. His hit records, produced by Lee Hazlewood, include "Rebel-'Rouser," "Peter Gunn," and "Because They're Young." By 1963, Eddy had sold 12 million records. His distinctive style left a lasting impact on various musicians and bands, including the Ventures, the Shadows, the Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, Steve Earle, and Marty Stuart.
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- Danger GodSelf · 2018
- A MusiCares Tribute To Paul McCartneySelf · 2012
- Because They're YoungSelf - Guitarist (also as Duane Eddy and the Rebels) · 1960
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