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The Night Atlanta Burned

Chet Atkins · 1975

26 min · 10 tracks · classical ยท country ยท jazz

A vibrant blend of country, classical, and folk that captures the essence of Southern storytelling.

Why listen to this

Best for
short bursts of lively energy playful narratives with diverse moods quick, engaging listening journey
Context
By 1975, Chet Atkins was already an influential figure in the music industry, known for his innovative guitar technique and production skills. 'The Night Atlanta Burned' marked his artistic evolution as he continued to explore genres beyond country music, showcasing his experiments with orchestral arrangements and traditional folk elements.
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classical, country, jazz

The Night Atlanta Burned is an album by Chet Atkins, released in 1975. A vibrant blend of country, classical, and folk that captures the essence of Southern storytelling. This album is notable for its unique fusion of styles and reflects Atkins' role in bridging country music with classical influences. It has been praised for its craftsmanship and was part of a broader movement during the mid-1970s where artists began to experiment with cross-genre sounds, influencing subsequent musicians in both country and folk traditions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Night Atlanta Burned sound like?

A vibrant blend of country, classical, and folk that captures the essence of Southern storytelling. Rooted in classical and country.

What makes The Night Atlanta Burned by Chet Atkins notable?

This album is notable for its unique fusion of styles and reflects Atkins' role in bridging country music with classical influences. It has been praised for its craftsmanship and was part of a broader movement during the mid-1970s where artists began to experiment with cross-genre sounds, influencing subsequent musicians in both country and folk traditions. By 1975, Chet Atkins was already an influential figure in the music industry, known for his innovative guitar technique and production skills. 'The Night Atlanta Burned' marked his artistic evolution as he continued to explore genres beyond country music, showcasing his experiments with orchestral arrangements and traditional folk elements.

Who is The Night Atlanta Burned for?

The Night Atlanta Burned works well if you're into short bursts of lively energy, playful narratives with diverse moods and quick, engaging listening journey.

How many songs are on The Night Atlanta Burned?

The Night Atlanta Burned has 10 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·26:48

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sonora 3:17
  • 2 Mostly Mozart Standout 3:47
  • 3 Bill Cheatham 2:39
  • 4 San Antonio Stroll 2:43
  • 5 To Ann 2:02
  • 6 The Night Atlanta Burned Standout 2:14
  • 7 Carnavalito 3:11
  • 8 Mother Of Ireland Standout 2:26
  • 9 Scotland 2:30
  • 10 The Odd Folks Of Okracoke 1:59

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

26 min 48 sec