King of the Strings: The Joe Maphis Story

This book tells the story of an original pioneer of country music, the virtuoso guitarist Joe Maphis. Maphis is considered the first flashy lead guitarist of country who combined blazing quick picking with a relaxed, cool demeanor on stage. The book traces his life from his early days growing up in Cumberland, Maryland to performing live on WRVA Richmond, Virginia's "Old Dominion Barn Dance" as a musician, comedian and announcer during the golden age of radio. The book details Maphis' move ...