Ever wonder how a twangy guitar riff can be written in the stars? Well, today’s cosmic lineup might just make you rethink the origins of country music. The Carter Family, those legends who kickstarted so much Americana, didn’t just strum their way solo—they borrowed and blended from Black folk and gospel roots, creating a melting pot of sound that’s as rich as a full moon in Sagittarius. But here’s the kicker: they didn’t just borrow tunes, they befriended and learned from none other than Lesley Riddle—a Black country maestro who essentially invented that iconic guitar picking style we all pretend we’re great at after a couple of drinks. This guy wasn’t just a player; he was mentor, co-writer, producer, and the unsung hero behind the scenes. So before you tune your six-string next time, maybe give a nod to the cosmic and musical intersections that made it all possible, huh? LEARN MORE.
“According to the PBS documentary on the history of country music, the Carter Family started off by doing covers of Black folk and gospel songs. And then later hired and became close friends with a black country legend named ‘Lesley Riddle’. Who was the inventor of the famous country guitar picking style Who then became a mentor, freind producer and co writer for the family,” wrote one person.