PORT TOWNSEND — Legendary British rocker Albert Lee and his band will perform with special guest John “Greyhound” Maxwell, at 7:30 p.m. tonight at The Palindrome.
The concert sponsored by Rainshadow Recording and Concerts at Eaglemount Cidery, 1893 S. Jacob Miller Road in Port Townsend, costs $40 each online at https://www.ticketstorm.com/e/28211/t/ or $45 cash or check at the door.
Lee has worked with the Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmy Lou Harris and the Crickets over his long and illustrious career, organizers said.
The British-born country rock artist started his career during the emerging rock ’n’ roll scene of ’60s London when he swapped bands with the likes of Jimmy Page and Chris Farlowe.
“The ultimate virtuoso,” said Eric Clapton. “His skill is extraordinary, his ear is extraordinary and he’s gifted on just about every level.”
After moving to the U.S. and assimilating himself into the country music scene, Lee quickly garnered a reputation as one of the fastest guitar players in the business. He recorded a number of solo albums and won a Grammy for his contribution to the 2001 Earl Scruggs version of “Foggy Mountain Breakdown.”
“A brilliant guitar player. His sound is unmistakable; often emulated, never equaled,” said Emmy Lou Harris.
