Remembering Buster B. Jones: Guitar Legend's Life & Legacy
Did the world of fingerpicking guitar truly gain a new champion, a virtuoso whose influence resonated even after his final curtain call? The answer, unequivocally, is yes, for Buster B. Jones breathed fresh life into a genre, leaving an indelible mark on its landscape.
The echoes of his talent still resonate, a testament to his mastery. He possessed an uncanny ability to channel the spirits of guitar legends, meticulously recreating the sounds of greats like Merle Travis and Jerry Reed. His prowess extended to tackling the intricate complexities of "Travis picking," a technique often considered a Rubik's Cube for guitarists, and mastering it. His friend, Brad (Buster B.) Jones, was known to be a fan of the multiac with the synth pickup. It was not the synth sound that attracted him but the more brittle, more crunch tone it produced. This was the preference of the guitarist. The music world mourned the loss of a dedicated guitarist, a friend, and a beacon of musical innovation.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Bradley Forrest "Buster B." Jones |
| Date of Birth | August 24, 1959 |
| Place of Birth | Ames, Iowa, USA |
| Date of Death | February 2, 2009 (aged 49) |
| Place of Death | Junction City, Oregon, USA |
| Cause of Death | Liver Failure |
| Known For | Fingerstyle Guitarist, Reproducing Sounds of Guitar Greats |
| Notable Achievement | Mastery of Travis Picking |
| Associated Artists | Merle Travis, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, Elvis Presley |
| Memorial Service | March 14, 2009, at the Church of the Sacred Heart in Ames, Iowa |
| Family | Parents: Clarence Buster and Allene Whillour Jones; Three sisters and Three brothers |
| Instruments | Guitar |
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The news of his passing, on that fateful afternoon of February 2nd, 2009, around 2:00 PM PST, in Eugene, Oregon, sent a wave of grief through the musical community. It was a sorrow that echoed with the realization of a life cut short, the vibrant spark extinguished far too soon. The official cause of death was cited as liver failure, a battle he fought valiantly. His friend, Bobby Gibson, was playing his guitar for him at the time of his passing, a poignant moment, underlining the close connection between the two. Friends and those who knew him had, with heavy hearts, warned of the possibility that had transpired. Despite his awareness of the risks, despite his efforts to overcome the adversity, the battle was lost. He was 49.
He was also the son of Clarence Buster and Allene Whillour Jones. He learned to play at a very young age, with his talent apparently stemming from his parents and his older brother, Ron. His musicality was evident, a gift honed and shared with the world. He possessed the ability to make the guitar sing with a voice all its own. His music was a dialogue with the strings, a testament to his musical prowess, a testament to the profound impact he had on those who knew him and those who experienced his art.
The song "Fingers in Flight" was written to honor his friend, Marcel Dadi. The French guitarist, was a brilliant musician. The admiration for him and his music was universal. A friend of Jones, Davide Facchini of Milan, Italy, had nothing but good things to say about him, further underscoring the respect and admiration he garnered from his peers.
The memorial services, held on March 14, 2009, at the Church of the Sacred Heart, and his cremation, reflect the wishes of his family and the deep sense of loss felt by those who knew him. The world of music lost a unique artist when Bradley Forrest "Buster B." Jones, passed away. The depth of his talent and the warmth of his character remain etched in the memories of those who were fortunate enough to cross his path.
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In the obituaries written about him, the focus was on the life, and on the life, and on the relationships and the impact he had on others. His contributions to fingerpicking guitar extended beyond his technical skill. He brought a new sensibility, a certain charisma, which made people want to play the guitar, to master the difficult forms, and to experiment with the art form. While he might not have achieved mainstream commercial success, he was admired. A testament to the enduring legacy of a musician.
His first foray into wider recognition came when he entered Guitar Player Magazines international reader's soundpage competition in 1988. He approached it on a whim, but it marked the beginning of his wider reach. His death has led to an outpouring of love and appreciation. The community, while grieving his loss, is already working on organizing a public memorial to pay tribute to his life and his music. The family of Jones chose not to release the cause of death at first.
His fingerpicking style of guitar was his hallmark. His ability to play with such speed and precision earned him the nickname "Machine Gun Hands," an accurate description of his remarkable technique. His passing leaves a void in the musical landscape.
The enduring influence of Buster B. Jones isn't measured in chart positions or record sales. His true impact lies in the inspiration he provided. He inspired countless guitarists to explore the intricate and expressive possibilities of fingerpicking. He showed the world how to translate the love of the music into tangible form.
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