Ry Cooder

Ryland Peter "Ry" Cooder (born March 15, 1947) is an American guitarist, singer and composer. He is known for his slide guitar work, his interest in roots music from the United States, and, more recently, his collaborations with traditional musicians from many countries. His solo work has been eclectic, encompassing folk, blues, Tex-Mex, soul, gospel, rock, and much else. He has collaborated with many musicians, including Larry Blackmon, The Roll... More

Date of birth:

  • Mar 15, 1947 (age 65 years)

Also known as:

  • Ryland Peter Cooder,
  • Cooder, Ry
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Music

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Awards

Grammy Award for Best Americana Album Nominees

Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Album Winners

Appears in ranked lists:

List Rank Year
  • 8
  • 2003

Rolling Stone's 100 greatest guitarists of all time of 2003

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