Rock My World Canada, chapter 211: Robbie Robertson

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Jaime Royal “Robbie” Robertson, (born July 5, 1943), is a musician, songwriter, film composer, producer, actor, and author from Toronto. Robertson is best known for his work as lead guitarist and primary songwriter for The Band, and for his career as a solo recording artist. His work with The Band was instrumental in creating the Americana music genre. Robertson has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Band, and has been inducted to Canada’s Walk of Fame, both with The Band and on his own. He is ranked 59th in Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 100 greatest guitarists.

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