The Nashville Cats

The Nashville Cats is not a specific artist, composer, or band but rather a term that refers to a group of highly skilled session musicians based in Nashville, Tennessee. These musicians were known for their work in the 1960s and 1970s, contributing to numerous recordings by prominent artists of the era. They played a significant role in shaping the Nashville sound, which blended traditional country music with elements of pop and rock. Some of the notable members of this loose collective included guitarists like Harold Bradley and Ray Edenton, pianist Floyd Cramer, bassist Bob Moore, and drummer Buddy Harman. They worked with artists such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, and Simon & Garfunkel, among others. The term "Nashville Cats" was popularized by John Sebastian's song of the same name, which celebrated these musicians' virtuosity and versatility. While there may not be an album titled "A New Music City" directly attributed to The Nashville Cats as a band or group, their influence was instrumental in transforming Nashville into a hub for diverse musical production beyond traditional country music.