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Walk of Stars (Shreveport, Louisiana) The Walk of Stars award was created to recognize individuals from northwest Louisiana who are distinguished in their professional and/or civic endeavors or who have brought recognition and attention to the area, and who have been involved in those activities for at least five years. James was inducted in 1999. Rolling Stone's Top 100 Guitarists of All Time James was number 20 on the list: 1 Jimi Hendrix Visit Rolling Stone's website for the entire list. Southern Legends & Entertainment Performing Arts Hall of Fame In 2005, James was inducted with several other performers. Other inductees include Dale Hawkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, DJ Fontana and Scotty Moore. Peavey Award The Peavey Awards debuted in 2007 and honored the accomplishments of Jerry Lee Lewis, The Williams Brothers, Marty Stuart, The North Mississippi Allstars and James Burton. Proceeds from the annual event benefit the Mississippi Blues Commission, whose Blues Trail project places interpretive markers at notable historical sites related to the history and growth of blues music throughout the state. Louisiana Legends Award Each year Friends of LPB honors outstanding Louisiana citizens who have distinguished themselves in a variety of disciplines including writing, art, entertainment, politics, public service and athletics. 2010’s honorees included Former Governor Buddy Roemer; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist James Burton; NBA basketball great Willis Reed; performing and fine arts advocate Marjorie Morrison, and former State Superintendent of Education Louis Michot. |
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