About this episode

Guitarist Buddy Red discusses his unique blend of psychedelic music influenced by rock 'n roll and blues.

Guitarist Buddy Red describes his music as “psychedelic.” The son of Atlanta rapper T.I., a pioneer of trap music, the 26-year-old Red has adopted a style more closely associated with rock 'n roll and the blues. A regular at Northside Tavern in Atlanta, Buddy was chosen the opening act of the 2026 Atlanta Jazz Festival.

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Bales

Guest: Buddy Red

Topics covered

• psychedelic music
• rock 'n roll
• blues
• Atlanta music scene
• interviews

Keywords

• Buddy Red
• psychedelic
• rock 'n roll
• blues
• Atlanta Jazz Festival
• T.I.
• Northside Tavern

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Northside Tavern

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