Chet Atkins & Mark Knopler

The Profile

A collaboration between American guitarist Chet Atkins and British guitarist Mark Knopfler, documented on the album 'Neck And Neck'. The project mixes jazz, country and rock influences with refined guitar interplay.

Chet Atkins (1924–2001) was an influential American guitarist and architect of the Nashville Sound. Mark Knopfler (born 1949) is a British guitarist, singer-songwriter and founder/leader of Dire Straits. They recorded together, notably on the album 'Neck And Neck'.

The provided review highlights the intimate, elegant interplay between Chet Atkins and Mark Knopfler on Neck And Neck. The album mixes jazz, country and rock 'n' roll with refined instrumental and occasional vocal moments. The reviewer notes restraint and tasteful arranging. Overall the review rates the album 3/5.