Tender Words by Anita

Original released on LP RCA Victor LSP 2679

(US, 1963)

KNOPFLER & ATKINS

Original released on CD Columbia  CK 45.307

(US 1990, September 24)

Working with Dire Straits guitarist Mark Knopfler had a rejuvinating influence on Chet Atkins. Knopfler has Atkins moving toward his country roots, but both guitarists still play with a tasteful, jazzy sensibility - however, Atkins has abandoned the overt jazz fusion pretensions that sank most of his '80s records. With its direct, understated approach, "Neck and Neck" is the most focused and arguably the most rewarding record Atkins has released.

CHET ATKINS: "TEENSVILLE"

Original Released on LP RCA 27168

(US, 1960)

As the title indicates, "Teensville" is Chet Atkins' attempt to cut a record that appealed to the teenage audience weaned on rock & roll. Though he records a fair amount of rock, rockabilly, R&B, and country songs — and the Everly Brothers, who he produced, wrote the line notes — he never captures the raw spark of rock & roll. What shines through is Atkins' understated elegance. All of the numbers are arranged as pop instrumentals and his guitar playing is so tasteful that it makes the half-hearted execution almost forgiveable (Stephen Thomas Erlewine in Allmusic)

CHET ATKINS IN HOLLYWOOD

Original Released on LP RCA Victor LSP 1993 RE
(US, 1961)