James Burton is a renowned American guitarist, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 with his speech given by Keith Richards. He’s also honored in the Rockabilly Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and the Country Music Hall of Fame (2024). Known for his exceptional guitar skills, he’s ranked 24th in Rolling Stone’s list of the 250 greatest guitarists. Burton has worked with a wide range of artists, including Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Glen Campbell, Roy Orbison, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, and many others.