Rich Mahan

“Mahan rips on guitar. (Hot Chicken Wisdom) explodes like a can of fake snakes every time you open it, creating joy, laughter, and one darn good time.“ - Music Fest News

“Rich Mahan is a Roots music Buddha, whose songs always makes sure the faithful leave with a grin…” - The Alternate Root

“Mahan proves himself to be a top-notch singer…” Music News Nashville


'Hot Chicken Wisdom' is the follow up to Mahan’s 2013 debut 'Blame Bobby Bare’, and is filled with more of his witty, delightfully gregarious personality. An accomplished songwriter, recording artist and performer, Mahan crafts songs that are soulful, frequently humorous, sometimes irreverent and rhythmically diverse. Rich's direct lyrics, impassioned vocals and deft guitar work form his signature sound and set him apart from other Nashville-based artists.

Rich Mahan's music conjures a funky jam rock vibe influenced by Delbert McClinton, Warren Zevon, Hayes Carll, Little Feat, Southern Culture On the Skids, and his favorite, The Grateful Dead. You’ll hear influences from 70’s FM Rock and Pop radio, as well as Outlaw Country from that same era.

Hot Chicken Wisdom spent two months at #1 on the Relix Magazine Jam Band Charts (July & August 2019)