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A native of Hackleburg, AL., Sonny James began his career at the age of three as a member of his family's band, The Lodens, which was known throughout the South for their radio programs and personal appearances.
Following 15 months of military service in Korea, James returned to performing, and with the help of Chet Atkins signed with Capitol Records.
His multimillion seller "Young Love", began a string of 20 consecutive number one recordings. The record also holds the distinction of being the first Country record to crossover to the top of the Pop Charts. His record of 20 consecutive number one Country songs was finally surpassed in 1988 by the group Alabama.
He was named the top Male Country Singles Artist numerous times by the major music industry publications, Billboard, Cash Box and Record World, and was named Country Male Artist of the Decade by Record World for the 1960s.
James co- hosted the first CMA Awards Show in 1967, and was the first Country recording artist honored in the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
He made frequent appearances on television shows hosted by Ed Sullivan, Bob Hope, and Red Foley, and credits them as "key figures" in his success.
For more information, visit www.sonnyjames.com.
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