Eldon Shamblin

Eldon Shamblin (April 24, 1916 – August 5, 1998) was an American guitarist and arranger, particularly important to the development of Western swing music as one of the first electric guitarists in a popular dance band. He was a member of the Strangers during the 1970s and 1980s and was the last surviving member of Bob Wills' band the Texas Playboys.

Eldon Shamblin
Birth nameEstel Eldon Shamblin
Born(1916-04-24)April 24, 1916
Clinton, Oklahoma, U.S.
DiedAugust 5, 1998(1998-08-05) (aged 82)
Tulsa, Oklahoma
GenresWestern swing, country
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrument(s)Guitar
Years active1930s–1990s
Formerly ofBob Wills, Merle Haggard, the Strangers
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