[Machine Translation] Steve Cropper, the legendary guitarist of the Memphis soul sound who passed away in December 2025, was the exclusive guitarist for Stax Records in Memphis, the icon of American rhythm & blues in the 1960s and 1970s, In 1962, he had a hit with his own band, Booker T. & The MG's, with "Green Onions. This blues instrumental number was also used in various films and served as a bridge between British and American rock music. He played a key role in the sound of R&B legends such as Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Eddie Floyd, and Sam & Dave, and also wrote the classic songs "Dock of the Bay," "In the Midnight Hour," and "Knock on Wood. His guitar style is not concerned with long guitar solos, but rather how to let the songs shine through. His subdued phrasing on his Fender Telecaster made even the most seasoned guitarist swoon, and he was respected by many professional musicians. His grooving guitar cuts on "Soul Man" are not unfamiliar to anyone. This collection covers the Telecaster's prime years as a telecaster, from his first recording with the Ma Keys (1961) until Otis Redding's death.