Big Chad Reed Brings the Soulful Vibes with New Single 'Outside Tonight'
Big Chad Reed is a Southern soul music artist who was born in Augusta, Georgia, and raised in the quiet town of Brooklet before making his way to Clarksville, Tennessee. Big Chad Reed carries a sound rooted in red clay, backwoods truth, and the bluesy heartbeat of the South. His music is a blend of Blues, R&B, Southern Soul, Soul, and Country, shaped by a lifetime of stories and a soul that refuses to be boxed in. Big Chad’s early musical foundation was laid in the clubs where his grandfather worked, surrounded by the classic sounds of country and blues. That environment carved something honest into his artistry. He recalls watching BB King on television with his family especially since his great-grandmother shared a name with King’s iconic guitar, Lucille. Those moments weren’t just entertainment, it was education. Add in the influence of Ceelo Green’s genre-bending journey, particularly his “Soul Machine” era, and it becomes clear why Big Chad Reed has never followed the crowd.
His latest single, “Outside Tonight,” reflects that authentic spirit. On the surface, it’s a smooth, feel-good track made for stepping out and feeling alive. But underneath the groove lies a message about seizing joy, embracing freedom, and living in your moment. It’s a song that was spontaneously written with one of those rare creative moments where everything simply aligned. That kind of flow isn’t rare for Big Chad, who often writes lyrics as they come to him, letting the energy of the beat guide the story. A breakthrough during the making of “Outside Tonight” came when he realized he didn’t need to perform the music because he was the music. “Concrete Blues,” his upcoming debut EP, promises more of that raw, unfiltered emotion. It’s a project that lives at the intersection of backroad simplicity and urban struggle, capturing both the beauty and burden of Southern living.
Big Chad Reed has also been building his presence on stage, performing at venues across the South and Midwest. From the Next Level Bar & Lounge in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, to the Murray State Event Center in Ardmore, Oklahoma, and Good Peoples Lounge in Clarksville, Tennessee, every stop has allowed him to pour his truth into the mic and connect with listeners who appreciate music that comes from the heart. He even brought that soulful energy to Hadley Park in Nashville for “Come Together Day,” showing he’s just as comfortable in front of a festival crowd as he is in an intimate lounge.
With his roots deep in the Southern soil and his eyes set on carving a new path in music, Big Chad Reed is an artist to watch!
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