Shenandoah Band Songs
On The Acoustic

Church on Cumberland Road is a country music song by Shenandoah, which was released as a single in 1989 and became the band's first #1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. It remained at the top of the chart for two weeks.

The song was written by Bob DiPiero, John Scott Sherrill, and Dennis Robbins.

"The Church on Cumberland Road" was featured on Shenandoah's second studio album, "The Road Not Taken," which was released in 1989.  this day.

Apparently, when Rascal Flatts was forming as a group, this was the song they sang to work on their harmonies.

I play this one in drop D tuning with a down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern. Some lead with the chords D, G, E, A and a B.

Ghost in This House is a beautiful ballad from Shenandoah's 1990 album "Extra Mile." The song was written by Hugh Prestwood and was later covered by Alison Krauss, who had a hit with the song in 1999.

"Ghost in This House" became a hit for Shenandoah, reaching #5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song's success helped cement Shenandoah's status as one of the leading country music bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s.

The Dixie Chicks, a.k.a.The Chicks, also covered this song.

The chords here are D, G6, Bm, A7sus, A7, Em, G and Dmaj7. Played in standard tuning with no lead but with a 1-2-3 up down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

If Only was recorded with country singer Ashley McBride for their album "Every Road" which was released in 2020.

It also featured several new artists such as Luke Bryan, Zac Brown, Cody Johnson and a few seasoned artists like Zac Brown, Brad Paisley and Blake Shelton.

Played with a capo 2nd fret in standard tuning this one is plated with a down down down up down up and repeat rhythm pattern and a few riffs in the rhythm. Chords needed are G, Am, C, D and a G6.

Next to You, Next to Me was released in 1990 as the lead single from Shenandoah's album "Extra Mile." It was written by Robert Ellis Orrall and Curtis Wright.

The song features a lively, upbeat melody with a classic country sound and is notable for its catchy chorus and memorable guitar riffs.

"Next to You, Next to Me" was a commercial success for Shenandoah, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1990.

Rascal Flatts also covered this one as a bonus track from their 2012 changed album.

Played in standard tuning with the D, G, A7, A and E7 chords and a capo 6th fret for the original key. Some lead with a root down root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

See If I Care hails from Shenandoah's 1989 album "The Road Not Taken." The song was written by Stan Munsey and Mark Nesler.

This number was a hit for Shenandoah, reaching #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1990, and has become one of their most popular songs.

For chords here you'll need a C/G, G, Cmaj7, D, G6, Am7, Bm, Dsus and a D/Gb but no lead and in standard tuning. For rhythm play a down down up down up down up and repeat.

Sunday in the South is from Shenandoah's 1989 album "The Road Not Taken."

This track was a commercial success for Shenandoah, reaching #9 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1990. The song's catchy melody and nostalgic lyrics struck a chord with country music fans, and it has become one of Shenandoah's most beloved hits.

I play this one in standard tuning with a shuffle rhythm in the verses and then a simple down up down up for the other areas of the song. No lead but a few riffs with the chords G, C, D, Em, D7sus and a D7.

The Moon Over Georgia is a ballad from Shenandoah's 1990 album "Extra Mile." The song was written by Mark Narmore and features Marty Raybon's soulful vocals.

" The Moon Over Georgia" was a hit for Shenandoah, reaching #6 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1991. The song's success helped to solidify Shenandoah's status as one of the top country bands of the early 1990s.

Country artist Larry Boone had recorded the song a year earlier.

The chords here are G, D/Gb, Em, C, Am, Dsus, D, B7, A7, Am7 with a capo 2nd fret in standard tuning. Play some arpeggio with a 1-2-3 up down up down up and then a root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern.

The Road Not Taken is the title track of Shenandoah's second album, which was released in 1989. Despite being the album's namesake, the song was never released as a single.

I play a capo 2nd fret here in standard tuning with the chords G, D/Gb, Em, C, D, Am, Dsus, B7, A7 and Am7. No lead while you play a down up down up down down up and repeat rhythm with some arpeggio in places.

Then a Girl Walks In is a track from Shenandoah's 2020 album "Every Road." The song was written by Marty Raybon, Michael Curtis, and Mike McGuire and features Raybon's signature vocals.

"Then a Girl Walks In" has been well-received by fans and critics alike and is a standout track on the "Every Road" album. The song's positive message and infectious energy make it a great addition to the Shenandoah discography, and it shows that the band is still capable of creating fresh and exciting music after more than three decades in the business.

Two Dozen Roses is a track which can be found on Shenandoah's second studio album, "The Road Not Taken," which was released in 1989. The song was written by Robert Byrne and Mac McAnally and features Marty Raybon's powerful lead vocals.

This track was a commercial success for Shenandoah, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1989. The song's popularity helped to solidify Shenandoah's status as one of the top country bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s.

For chords play a G, Em, D, C, E, Gbm, A, A/B and an A/Db with a few riffs. A capo 2nd in standard tuning with a root down up root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern will work here.

It's great to see this band performing once again. I'll add a link near the bottom of the page where you can catch up on their latest tour dates.

Shenandoah was very popular in the late 1980's and early 1990's and charted 26 singles, of which 5 went to #1.  Lawsuits over the bands name crippled them financially and by 1992, they were without a contract. by 1997, Shenandoah disbanded. 

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