Biography of Paul Yandell

Paul was an accomplished player by the time he left high school in Western Kentucky, arriving in Nashville in 1955. Little did he know he would end up playing for the most renowned guitar player in the world. Paul joined Chet Atkins in 1975 supporting Atkins in his career that lasted for 25 years.

Paul started his career with The Louvin Brothers, which lasted until 1959, with Paul playing on many of their greatest hits. After serving in the army, Paul joined the Kitty Wells show where he stayed from 1961-1970. Paul joined Jerry Reed in 1970 and as Paul says he “went to college” learning from Jerry Reed. Paul stayed with Jerry through 1975.

Making his place in Nashville's musical community as a session player, Paul played on many hit records with artists such as Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, Dolly Parton, Steve Wariner, Hank Thompson, Perry Como, Roger Whitaker, Kitty Wells, The Louvin Bros, Les Paul, Woody Herman, The Everly Bros. and Mary Chapin Carpenter. Paul appeared on TV shows such as The Dinah Shore Show, The Tonight Show, The Today Show, The Pat Sajak Show, The Merv Griffin Show and Nashville Now.

After Chet Atkins died in 2001, Paul released a solo CD entitled "Forever Chet" featuring many songs performed by Chet Atkins throughout his career.

Paul’s CD “Dream Train” was released May of 2004 and features many original tunes written by Paul and performed on the New Gretsch “Nashville Classic” that was co-designed by Paul. The artwork for the cover of Dream Train was drawn by Steve Wariner, who is also featured on lap steel on one of the tunes.

In 2005, Paul released another CD, entitled “In the Groove”. His latest CD, “Drive On” is expected to be released in July 2006.

All I ever wanted to do when I was a kid was to come to Nashville and play at the Grand Ole' Opry, that was my dream night and day. The dream eventually came true. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunities to play with--all my heroes. What more could a guy want?

- Paul Yandell

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Get tab to my tunes from Craig Dobbins book: The Paul Yandell Collection.

Drive On


Track Listing

Folsom Prison Blues
You Belong to Me
Rainbow
Blue Drag
C/J Ramble
Shavorana
The Bells of St. Mary's
What is this thing called Love
Sugarfoot Rag
Georgia on My Mind


Price $15 (includes domestic shipping)

In The Groove

Track Listing

Mister Sandman
Avalon
Just One of Those Things
Bugle Call Rag
Stardust
In The Groove
Foggy Mountain Top
Cherokee
When I Stop Dreaming
Hawaiian Wedding Song


Price $15 (includes domestic shipping)

Fingerstyle Legacy DVD

Track Listing

After You've Gone
Munich Memories
Oh By Jingo
Georgia Camp Meeting
St. Louis Blues
Sweet Alla Lee
The Perfect Song
Going Home


Price $20 (includes domestic shipping)

Dream Train

Track Listing

Dream Train
Lookin' Up
Mayfield
Say It Again
Clear Springs Blues #2
Kentucky Blue
Shanty Town
Shine
Arilyn Roe
My Pal
Nashville Boogie
SleepWalk


Price $15 (includes domestic shipping)

Paul Yandell
Forever Chet

"I've never heard anyone sound so much like Chet in my life. Great pickin', Paul!!!!" - Jerry Reed

Track Listing

Forever Chet
Down Home
Indian Love Call
Baby's Coming Home
Caravan
Yes Ma'am
Ready For The Times To Get Better
I'll Say She Does
Petite Waltz
Drive-In


Price $15 (includes domestic shipping)

Paul Yandell
One More Again

"This CD is dedicated to the memory of my mentor and friend, Chet Atkins, who gave me
a life and a reason for living, and to all the fingerpickers out there in "Guitar Land".
- Paul Yandell

Track Listing

China Boy
Mystery Train
I've Been Lucky
Gallopin' Guitar
Clear Springs Rag
There Will Never Be Another You
Walk, Don't Run
City Slicker
Kentucky
Shadow Waltz



Price $15 (includes domestic shipping)

Make your check or money order payable directly to Paul Yandell and mail to the following address (shipping is included):

Paul Yandell CDs
1021 Kiser Ave.
Hendersonville, TN
37075

European orders must send U.S. currency not money orders + $3.00 shipping

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