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Eddy Dunlap

Eddy Dunlap

About Eddy Dunlap

Eddy Dunlap is a skilled pedal steel guitarist and multi-instrumentalist from Paducah, KY. He began his musical journey touring with Clay Walker at the age of 20. Over the years, he expanded his career, performing with artists like Jon Pardi and William Michael Morgan.

Eddy's talents led him to become a member of the staff band for the USA network's TV show Real Country, featuring Shania Twain, Jake Owen, and Travis Tritt. His on-screen work opened doors for session and studio opportunities, where he collaborated with a diverse range of artists, from contemporary hitmakers to country music icons. Eddy has also contributed to major events like the CMA Awards and CMT Awards, and he played in the staff band for the movie Still Playin' Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones.

The Vince Gill Band

Eddy is currently the main steel player for the Vince Gill Band, one of the most prestigious positions in Nashville.

The Time Jumpers

Eddy has now joined the iconic Time Jumpers, beginning an exciting new chapter in his career. In his own words:

BENADO Partnership

Eddy Dunlap plays BENADO's PF Steel Dream II, bringing boutique analog tone to every performance and recording session.

PF Steel Dream II

Eddy Dunlap plays the PF Steel Dream II — boutique analog tone for studio and stage.

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Paul Franklin
Paul Franklin

About Paul Franklin

Paul Franklin is one of the world's most influential pedal steel guitarists. He began his career in the 1970s as a member of Barbara Mandrell's road band and also toured with Vince Gill, Mel Tillis, Jerry Reed, and Dire Straits. Paul has become a prolific session musician in Nashville, playing on thousands of albums.

He has been named by the Academy of Country Music as Best Steel Guitarist several times. He was inducted into the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame in 2000 and the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2019.

Paul Franklin is the most nominated person in CMA history and is notable for having been nominated for the Country Music Association Award for Musician of the Year more than thirty times.

In addition to the pedal steel guitar and lap steel guitar, Franklin plays Dobro, fiddle, and drums, as well as three custom-built instruments called the Pedabro, The Box, and the baritone steel guitar. Since 2016, Franklin has been offering online steel guitar lessons.

Notable Collaborations

Franklin has worked with many well-known acts during his career, including Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits, Barbara Mandrell, Rodney Crowell, Notting Hillbillies, Sting, Peter Frampton, George Strait, Alan Jackson, Faith Hill, Shania Twain, Barbra Streisand, Reba McEntire, Patty Loveless, Kathy Mattea, Big & Rich, Clint Black, Etta James, Jake Owen, Kane Brown, Kenny Rogers, Kid Rock, Lauren Alaina">Lauren Alaina, Lee Ann Womack, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Olivia Newton-John, Peter Cetera, Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Sheryl Crow, Thomas Rhett, Tim McGraw, Toni Braxton, Trace Adkins, Vince Gill, Luke Combs, The Bellamy Brothers, Mark Chesnutt, George Fox, Collin Raye, John Michael Montgomery, David Lee Murphy, Lace, Toby Keith, Harry Connick Jr., Wynonna Judd, Mark Wills, Hal Ketchum, Jo Dee Messina, Aaron Tippin, George Jones, Carrie Underwood, Aaron Lewis, Willie Nelson, Easton Corbin, Troy Cassar-Daley, and Megadeth, to name just a few.

BENADO Partnership

BENADO and Paul Franklin have been collaborating since 2011. Paul uses several BENADO units in the studio and on the road, including the PF Steel Dream and the PF-5 PRO, which he utilized during the Chris Stapleton tour.

PF Steel DreamPaul Franklin with BENADO gear

Paul Franklin plays the PF Steel Dream — his signature boutique analog unit.

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