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Stephen Bruton: Texas Guitar Legend
Texas-born guitarist Stephen Bruton, who worked with Kris Kristofferson and Elvis Costello, died at 60 after battling throat cancer.
In brief
Texas-born guitarist Stephen Bruton, who worked with Kris Kristofferson and Elvis Costello, died at 60 after battling throat cancer. Stephen Bruton, a Texas-raised guitarist who collaborated with Kris Kristofferson and Elvis Costello, died on May 9, 2009, at age 60 after a throat cancer battle. Originally reported by…
Stephen Bruton's Birth and Early Life
Stephen Bruton was born on November 7, 1948, in Wilmington, Delaware, and moved to Texas as a child.
Collaborations with Kris Kristofferson
Bruton joined Kris Kristofferson's band as it rose to fame, working with him for over forty years.
Other Notable Collaborations
Bruton also worked with T Bone Burnett, Rita Coolidge, Elvis Costello, and Carly Simon.
Stephen Bruton's Death and Legacy
Bruton died on May 9, 2009, at age sixty after a throat cancer battle in Los Angeles.
“This album is dedicated to the spirit of my soul-brother Stephen Bruton and his unique legacy of music and laughter that has enriched our lives.”
The one thing
Stephen Bruton, a Texas-raised guitarist who collaborated with Kris Kristofferson and Elvis Costello, died on May 9, 2009, at age 60 after a throat cancer battle.
