Yank Rachell

Yank Rachell
Born: Mar 16, 1910 in Brownsville, TN
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Died: Apr 9, 1997 in Indianapolis, IN
Styles: Country Blues, Prewar Country Blues, Piedmont Blues, St. Louis Blues, Jug Band
Biography: James "Yank" Rachell was the primary exponent of blues mandolin, although he also played guitar, violin, harp and sang expertly well. Born on a farm outside Brownsville, Tennessee, Yank Rachell picked up the mandolin at the age of eight, mainly teaching himself; an early encounter with "Hambone" Willie ...Read full biography
Chicago Style
Released: 1987
Label: Delmark
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While Yank Rachell was past his prime when he began recording for Delmark in the 1960s, he was still an effective, often exciting vocalist and mandolin player. He seldom sounded more striking and enjoyable ...Read full review
Mandolin Blues
Released: 1986
Label: Wolf
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{Yank Rachell has long been a legend in the blues world. One of the few blues mandolin players, Rachell recorded several notable sessions during 1929-1941 and then was off record for 22 years. After spending ...Read full review
More Yank Rachell albums: Main Albums (4), Compilations (3)
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