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British singer-songwriter comes to the Buskirk

Richard Thompson will perform at 8 p.m. tonight at the Buskirk-Chumley ?Theater.

Named a top 20 guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine, Thompson’s work includes “over 40 albums, many Grammy nominations, as well as numerous soundtracks, including Werner Herzog’s Grizzy Man,” according to the Buskirk-Chumley website.

Thompson co-founded the group Fairport Convention during his youth in the ’60s, according to his ?website.

Thompson and his friends “virtually invented British Folk Rock,” according to his website. When he was 21, he left the band to expand his own career, followed by a decade-long musical partnership with his then-wife Linda. That soon led to more than 30 years as a successful solo artist.

Robert Plant, Elvis Costello, R.E.M., Del McCoury, Bonnie Raitt, Los Lobos, David Byrne, Don Henley and many others have recorded his music.

Thompson’s most recent CD, “Electric,” was produced by musician Buddy Miller. Miller has experience with Band of Joy and Patty Griffin. “Electric” received praise from Rolling Stone. It said “the excellence is undeniable,” according to Thompson’s website.

Thompson’s musical and performance style is described as a “mastery of both acoustic and electric guitar along with dizzying energy and onstage wit,” according to his website.

Amanda Shires, singer-songwriter and violinist, will be the opening act.

There are still tickets available with prices ranging from $30 to $42.50. They can be purchased from the Buskirk-Chumley’s website or the box office.

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