Maybelle Carter
- Type: Musician
- Country: United States
- Born: May 10, 1909 in Nickelsville, Virginia, United States
- Died: October 23, 1978 in Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Active: 1909 - 1978
Biography
Known as the "Mother of Country Music," Maybelle Carter was a foundational American musician whose innovative guitar style shaped the sound of country, folk, and rock music. As a member of the original Carter Family, her "Carter Scratch" technique transformed the guitar from a rhythm instrument into a lead instrument. After the original trio disbanded, she continued performing for decades with her daughters *Helen*, *Anita*, and *June Carter* as Mother Maybelle and the Carter Sisters, becoming a beloved matriarch at the Grand Ole Opry. Her influence is vast, with her recordings for labels like #RCA Victor# and #Columbia# remaining essential listening for generations of musicians.
Maybelle Carter Discography
- Songs of the Famous Carter Family (1961) - Album - rated 3.74/5