Sneaky Pete Kleinow
Country-rock pedal-steel guitarist
Born
August 20th, 1934
90 years ago
Died
2007
18 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A country-rock pedal-steel guitarist and songwriter emerged in the 1960s. Part of the pioneering band The Flying Burrito Brothers, contributed to the development of the genre. Played on various albums and with notable artists, enhancing the sound of many records. Provided distinctive pedal-steel guitar work, influencing a generation of musicians.
Played with The Flying Burrito Brothers
Contributed to albums like 'The Gilded Palace of Sin'
Worked with artists such as Johnny Cash and Linda Ronstadt
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