Gid Tanner
American musician (1885-1960) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 74
James Gideon Tanner was an American musician and old-time fiddler, regarding as one of the earliest stars and pioneers of country music. His band, the Skillet Lickers, was one of the most innovative and influential string bands of the 1920s and 1930s.
Gid Tanner is read about 18 times a day, in 8 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 15 June 2026
The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 60 days, one point a day.
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Its most notable members were Clayton McMichen, Dan Hornsby (vocals), Riley Puckett and Robert Lee Sweat (guitar).
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1885 to 1960 · aged 74
