Tiger Beats – Trailer

Soul Country #1

Airdate Apr 2, 2022

Trailer 01:03

Description

Patrick Sweany and McKinley James from East Nashville's resident blues purists, The Tiger Beats, drop in for Soul Country #1. They talk blues, country, the Rolling Stones and British Blues, Hollywood Fats, Bobby Blue Bland, Magic Sam, Clifton Chenier, Louis Jordan, Jump Blues, Howlin’ Wolf, Ray Charles, Hank Williams, Little Milton, Nirvana and pursuing retro-purity in Nashville.

More about The Tiger Beats

The Tiger Beats recreate authentic blues sounds weekly at the 5-Spot in East Nashville, featuring the double barreled blast of Patrick Sweany (guitar/vocals) and the young squire, McKinley James (guitar/vocals). The collective blends traditional R&B and blues with a Monday happy hour edge, one they aptly dub 'Blue Monday.' Patrick Sweany, a seasoned guitarist and singer, known for his gritty, soulful sound, draws deeply from classic blues records and performances. He’s earned a reputation for his electrifying live performance capability. McKinley James, a 19 year-old prodigy, carries a flair for guitar that belies his years, adding a fiery energy to the group, pushing their sound into Soul Country. Together as The Tiger Beats, they’ve crafted a chiseled homage to greats like Fats Domino, Howlin' Wolf and Bobby Blue Bland while rotating top Nashville musicians into the collective as the real world also includes solo work from these gents. Their collaboration has resulted in tracks that resonate with the spirit of classic blues and R&B.

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