Stringbean
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Biography
David Akeman, known professionally as Stringbean, was born on June 17, 1915, in Annville, Kentucky. He began his musical journey influenced by his father's performances. In 1935, Akeman participated in a talent contest organized by Asa Martin, which led to his professional debut with Martinâs band, the Kentucky Hillbillies. Over the years, he performed with various bands including the Blue Grass Boys, led by Bill Monroe. He continued performing until his death in 1973. His career highlights included his long-standing membership with the Grand Ole Opry. Akeman released the album More Of That Rare Old Time Banjo Pickin' And Singin' in 1962.
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Albums
Top Tracks
- Track Popularity
- Wanda
- Honey Babe I'm Bound To Ride
- Little Sally Goodin'
- The Roving Gambler
- Little Adobe Shack
- Suicide Blues
- I'm the Man Who Rode a Mule Around the World
- Banjo Pickin' Girl
- Big Ball in Nashville
- Barnyard Banjo Pickin'
- Hey Old Man (Can You Play a Banjo)
- Little Pink
- Tennessee Farmer
- Little Adobe Shack
- Short Life and Trouble
- Banjo Pickin' Girl
- Train Special 500
- Pluckin' The Bird (Instr.)
- There'll Be Moonshining
- Ida Red
- Little Pink
- Run, Little Rabbit, Run
- Don't Bob Your Hair, Girls
- Old Cumberland Gap
