Pete Drake

1932–1988 (age 56)

Musician/Producer

Biography

Pete Drake's shimmering pedal steel guitar lent soul to countless Nashville sessions, helping shape country and pop sounds while he produced enduring records.

Behind the spotlight he remained generous to fellow musicians, mentoring young players and sharing Nashville hospitality, and now rests at Spring Hill Cemetery.

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