James Edward “Jim” Hurst[1] is an American bluegrass and country guitarist. He is known primarily as an instrumentalist but has also been credited for vocals with numerous other artists as well as his solo career. Hurst has performed with musicians that include Holly Dunn, Trisha Yearwood, Sara Evans, and Missy Raines. He has also won numerous awards for his work.
Jim Hurst | |
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.jpg) Rob Ickes (left) and Jim Hurst (right) performing in 2012 | |
| Background information | |
| Genres | Country, Bluegrass |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Labels | Pinecastle |
| Website | www |
Career
editHurst began his career with playing country music in the 1980s and 90s.[2] He was the guitarist for Holly Dunn and the Rio Band where he played both nationally and internationally. He toured with Trisha Yearwood where he played acoustic and electric guitar.[3]
Hurst joined Claire Lynch and the Front Porch String Band in 1995. During that time he met Missy Raines and they formed the duet "Jim Hurst and Missy Raines," playing together until 2000.[4] During their time together they released two albums which won them International Bluegrass Music Awards for Guitar Player of the Year and Bass Player of the Year in both 2001 and 2002.[4] Hurst has returned to play with Lynch for a brief time in 2015 when her guitarist Matt Wingate left her group.[5]
Hurst also performed Sara Evans, appearing on her 1998 album No Place That Far with both acoustic guitar and vocals.[6] He was also nominated for Guitar Player of the Year in 2015, an award presented by the International Bluegrass Music Association.[7]
Discography
editAlbums
editSolo albums
| Title | Album details | Peak positions |
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| US Bluegrass | ||
| Looking Glass |
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| Intrepid |
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| A Box of Chocolates |
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| Second Son |
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| Open Window |
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As part of Jim Hurst and Missy Raines
| Title | Album details | Peak positions |
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| US Bluegrass | ||
| Synergy |
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| Two |
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Awards and recognition
edit| Year | Association | Category | Result |
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| 2015 | International Bluegrass Music Awards[8] | Instrumental Performers of the Year - Guitar | Nominated |
| 2002 | International Bluegrass Music Awards | Instrumental Performers of the Year - Guitar | Won |
| 2001 | International Bluegrass Music Awards[9] | Instrumental Performers of the Year - Guitar | Won |
References
edit- ^ "ALL OF THIS, JUST ONE MAN". ASCAP. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved April 26, 2023.
- ^ Tunis, Walter (11 March 2012). "Bluegrass guitarist Jim Hurst is the embodiment of 'Intrepid'". Kentucky.com. Retrieved 27 October 2015.
- ^ Lynch, Bill (3 October 2012). "Jim Hurst is a bluegrass true believer". Charleston Gazette-Mail. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ a b Henry, Murphy (May 2013). Pretty Good for a Girl: Women in Bluegrass. University of Illinois Press. ISBN 9780252095887. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ Lawless, John (4 August 2014). "New guitarist coming for Claire Lynch Band". Bluegrass Today. Retrieved 27 October 2015.
- ^ "Bluegrass great to play in Blytheville". Blytheville Courier News. 23 April 2014. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ Teplyske, Donald (1 October 2015). "International Bluegrass Music Awards, 2015 - Minute By Minute". Country Standard Time. Retrieved 12 October 2015.
- ^ "Steve martin Tapped for IBMA Distinguished Achievement Award". CMT News. Archived from the original on August 16, 2015. Retrieved 28 October 2015.
- ^ "Rhonda Vincent, Dan Tyminski Rake in Top Bluegrass Honors at IBMA Awards". BMI. 9 October 2001. Retrieved 28 October 2015.