Jimmy Martin

Jimmy Martin
Background information
Birth nameJames Henry Martin
Born(1927-08-10)August 10, 1927
Sneedville, Tennessee, U.S.
DiedMay 14, 2005(2005-05-14) (aged 77)
Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
GenresBluegrass
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, mandolin
Years active1949–2005
LabelsDecca, Coral, MCA, Gusto

James Henry Martin (August 10, 1927 – May 14, 2005) was an American bluegrass singer and musician, known as the "King of Bluegrass".

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