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Scotty MooreScotty Moore Scotty Moore American guitarist (1931–2016) For other uses, see Scott Moore (disambiguation). Winfield Scott Moore III (December 27, 1931 – June 28, 2016) was an American guitarist who formed the Blue Moon Boys in 1954, Elvis Presley's backing band. He was studio and touring guitarist for Presley between 1954 and 1968.[1] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Scotty Moore Moore in 2000 Background information Birth name Winfield Scott Moore III Born (1931-12-27)December 27, 1931 Gadsden, Tennessee, U.S. Died June 28, 2016(2016-06-28) (aged 84) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. Genres Rock and roll rockabilly country Occupation Musician Instrument Guitar Years active 1950s–2009 Labels Sun, RCA Victor Website scottymoore.net Close Rock critic Dave Marsh credits Moore with inventing power chords, on… (Source: Wikipedia)
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