Albert Gene Collins (October 1, 1932 – November 24, 1993) was an American electric blues guitarist and singer with a distinctive guitar style.
Albert Collins
American guitarist and singer
Albert Gene Collins was an American electric blues guitarist and singer with a distinctive guitar style. He was noted for his powerful playing and his use of altered tunings and a capo. His long association with the Fender Telecaster led to the... Wikipedia
Born: October 1, 1932, Leona, TX
Died: November 24, 1993 (age 61 years), Las Vegas, NV
Spouse: Gwendolyn Collins (m. 1970–1993)
Parents: Andy Thomas
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A cousin of the legendary Lightnin' Hopkins, Collins emerged with a blues sound and style all his own, featuring a combination of icy echo, shattering, ringing, ...
May 28, 2021 · Collins' right hand was key to his unmistakeable phrasing and tone. He eschewed the precision of a pick and played his Tele with his fingers, ...
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Posted: Nov 26, 2007
Posted: Nov 26, 2007
Albert Collins, "The Master of the Telecaster," "The Iceman," and "The Razor Blade" was robbed of his best years as a blues performer by a bout with liver ...
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Posted: Sep 22, 2017
Posted: Sep 22, 2017
There are very few guitarists that sound like Albert Collins. His tone is instantly recognisable and sets him apart from almost every other blues guitarist.
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Posted: Dec 14, 2021
Posted: Dec 14, 2021
Mar 14, 2024 · Known as the Master of the Telecaster, Texas-born Albert Collins had a very distinctive sound and a unique approach to blues guitar. His ...
Albert Collins (born October 1, 1932, Leona, TX, USA - died November 24, 1993, Las Vegas, NV, USA) was an American blues guitarist, singer and (occasional) ...