Slithering Beast

Slithering Beast began in the summer of 2006 as a solo project for Louisville,
Kentucky-based musician and songwriter Nick Dittmeier. Fatigued after fronting several punk bands, the project was an outlet to simplify things and explore the American roots music that birthed rock n roll.
After playing solo-acoustic live shows and releasing several demos, Slithering Beast was assembled and produced a collection of fourteen songs flavored with a honky tonk/rock hydrid. Werewolf Ballads was released in late 2007.
After touring through the south and midwest in support of Werewolf Ballads, a second offering Midnight Royalty was released on Chicago's Sophomore Lounge Records in 2008. It differed from the earlier music with a less abrasive tone and showcasing a more melodic side of the band.
The newest offering, an EP titled Delicious, seeks to break the mold of how Americana music is perceived. It incorporates elements of vintage soul and rhythm & blues, while holding onto their bread and butter of traditional country. Clocking in at just around fifteen minutes, the music gets right to the point with driving tempos and direct lyrics, hell-bent on leaving a lasting impression with the listener.