Ricky Skaggs

Country and Bluegrass artist Ricky Skaggs has written his first-ever autobiography that is due to hit stores on August 13th, 2013. The book, which will be called "Kentucky Traveler," will include first-hand accounts and tales of Skaggs' career, personal life and adventures from his days on the road.

According to a press release, "Kentucky Traveler" is an honest, deeply American story of the power of faith, family, and music from one of America's most beloved Bluegrass and Country artists.

A description of "Kentucky Traveler" states, "Unlike other farm boys growing up in the small town of Cordell, Kentucky, Skaggs learned to play the mandolin at five years old. Sure, plenty of other mountain boys plucked guitars or fiddles, or learned the old songs their grandparents taught them. But few tried and fewer still mastered the mandolin. By the time he was six years old, Skaggs' talent was clear enough that his daddy knew he had to get that boy onstage. When Bluegrass master and mandolin virtuoso Bill Monroe rolled into a nearby small town, Ricky was there. As the crowd cheered, 'Let little Ricky sing one!' so began a storied life in music."

It goes on to say, "Despite the hit singles, gold records, and successful tours, Skaggs knew there was more to his mission. With a failed marriage and a sometimes strained relationship with his children, Skaggs had to make a choice. He would follow God's plan, and rededicate his life to Christ, to his family, and to the music that made him. He would carry the torch lit by his musical heroes Ralph Stanley, Earl Scruggs, and Bill Monroe and, most important, live the life and play the music that would make his mom and dad proud. Telling the intimate stories of a successful career built on passion, drive, and faith, sharing tales of his influences, and fondly recalling the instruments that have shaped his sound over the years and the friendships that have shaped his life, Skaggs paints a unique insider look at the evolution of Bluegrass."

To pre-order a copy of "Kentucky Traveler," visit www.KentuckyTravelerBook.com.

By Misti Douglas

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