About
THE CHI-TONES™
Retro Surf + Cinematic
Inspired by the people, places and things found in search of empty waves, deep powder snow, flowy single-track, and tasty tacos, The Chi-Tones pull listeners into the sonic realm of classic 1960's surf scenes; vintage western motifs; dusty, sun-baked, desert stand-offs; and far-out, far-flung, psychedelic journeys, south of the border.
Haunting, tube-driven electric guitars drenched in reverb; tribal, percussive elements intertwined with rhythmic, primal drums; otherworldly instrumentation; and mystical soundscapes collide in a groundswell of emotion ranging from romantic and playful to mysterious, elusive and sinister.
Salsipuedes, the debut full-length release from The Chi-Tones, is NOW AVAILABLE online and on limited-edition 12" vinyl and features twelve original songs - all written, performed, recorded and produced by multi-instrumentalist Chi McClean in Nashville, Tennessee. Accompanied by Miles McPherson on drums, mixed by Buckley Miller (Big Art), and mastered by Ryan Smith (Sterling Sound), McClean pays tribute to the original pioneers of surf rock while carving out a new sound that fans of The Ventures, Dick Dale, and Duane Eddy will instantly appreciate.
Hot on the heels of their debut record, The Chi-Tones humbly offer A Christmas Wave - a festive, five-song digital EP - in December 2025. Showcasing familiar Christmas favorites, A Christmas Wave features the same winning team from Salsipuedes for a fresh, surfy take on the holidays. Look for more new music from The Chi-Tones this year, wherever you listen online.
Pack your bags, grab a board and hop in - it's time to take a trip with The Chi-Tones.
Salsipuedes
THE CHI-TONES™
SALSIPUEDES (NOW AVAILABLE)
1) Undercover Surfer (NOW AVAILABLE)
2) Tres Banderas (NOW AVAILABLE)
3) The Enforcer (NOW AVAILABLE)
4) Salsipuedes (NOW AVAILABLE)
5) Odd Todd (NOW AVAILABLE)
6) Bad Vibes Bob (NOW AVAILABLE)
7) County Line (NOW AVAILABLE)
8) Los Federales (NOW AVAILABLE)
9) Down The Line (NOW AVAILABLE)
10) Mystic Maverick (NOW AVAILABLE)
11) Eagles (NOW AVAILABLE)
12) Big Sur (NOW AVAILABLE)
Produced by Chi McClean
Recorded by Chi McClean
The Chi-Tones HQ, Nashville, TN
Drums Recorded by Miles McPherson
The Crack Attic, Nashville, TN
Mixed by Buckley Miller
Big Art, Nashville, TN
Mastered by Ryan Smith
Sterling Sound, Nashville, TN
Cover Art Designed by Caleb Brown
Bustah Brown Design, Fairfax, CA
MUSICIANS
Chi McClean: Electric + Resophonic + Acoustic Guitars, Bass Guitar, Electric Pianos, Mellotron, Toy Piano, Glockenspiel, Banjo, Electric Sitar, Whistle, Shouts, Hand Percussion
Miles McPherson: Drums
All Music Written by Chi McClean
© 2024 Chi McClean (BMI)
℗ 2024 McClean Music Publishing (BMI)
WARNING: All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication is a violation of all applicable laws
This project would not have been possible without the help, contributions, support and guidance from so many people along the way. Special thanks go to The McClean Family, Miles McPherson, Buckley Miller, Ryan Smith, Caleb Brown, Nick Rose, Eric Woodrow, Mary Templeton, Adam Zelkind, Jerry McPherson, Lisa Witty, Jeff Hime, Reid Cifrino, Ruth Ann Hall Sauter, Chris Turk, Stephan Drake, Katya Mihailova, Dose, Betsey Kiehl, Tony Yarborough, Boone Spooner, Marisa Lemasters, Scott Lemasters, John Antonini, Nathan Minatta, Greg Glaser, Crema Coffee Roasters, Mas Tacos Por Favor, Dr. Tom Hackett, Rae Lamborn, Sarah Hart, Lukas Rhoads, The Team at The Steadman Clinic, Helen Bradley, Laurie Griffin, Mark Delvecchio, The Team at Howard Head Sports Medicine, Venetian Nail Spa, Susan Lopez, Scott Rednor, Jeanie Barrier, Michael Winger, The Team at Glaser Instruments, Jill Moody, Kellie Wilkie, Tim Godwin, Jay Parkin, The Team at Taylor Guitars, Kim Leasure, The Team at Elixir Strings, Charlton Moore, Greg Lancaster, The Team at Franklin Strap, Brian Loudenslager, The Team at Lauten Audio, The Team at GC Pro, Jamie Deering, The Team at Deering Banjos. Thank you to everyone who helped turn this dream into a reality.
Purchase
SALSIPUEDES, the debut full-length release from The Chi-Tones™, is NOW AVAILABLE on a limited edition pressing, exclusively at Bandcamp. Click the image above to purchase and get yours now!
SALSIPUEDES is NOW AVAILABLE
12" Limited Edition, 140-gram Eco-Vinyl
While Supplies Last: $25.00 + $10.00 S/H
SALSIPUEDES, the debut album from The Chi-Tones™, is NOW AVAILABLE on a limited pressing, eco-vinyl, 12" record - made right here in Nashville, TN by our friends at The Vinyl Lab. Exclusively available online at Bandcamp, every record is unique due to the recycled eco-vinyl material we chose for this pressing. From translucent amber swirls to deep, surfy purples, hot pinks, red splatters and more, you can be sure that your copy is totally unique and unlike any other!
Get yours now for your summer soundtrack, while supplies last, at Bandcamp! As always, don't hesitate to message us directly with any questions or requests and we will respond as soon as possible to lend a hand. Thanks for listening!
Cinematic
UNDERCOVER SURFER (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Undercover Surfer, the lead single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
TRES BANDERAS (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Tres Banderas, the second single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
THE ENFORCER (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for The Enforcer, the third single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
SALSIPUEDES (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Salsipuedes, the fourth single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
BAD VIBES BOB (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Bad Vibes Bob, the fifth single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
LOS FEDERALES (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Los Federales, the eighth single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music . Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
DOWN THE LINE (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Down The Line, the ninth single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music . Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
EAGLES (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Eagles, the eleventh single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music . Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
BIG SUR (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Big Sur, the twelfth single from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music . Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
DIGITAL ALBUM - OUT NOW (Official Teaser)
Watch the teaser for Salsipuedes, the full-length digital album from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!
A CHRISTMAS WAVE - OUT NOW (Official Video)
Watch the official video for Frosty The Snowman off of A Christmas Wave, the brand new digital Christmas EP from The Chi-Tones™, NOW AVAILABLE everywhere you listen to music. Be sure to subscribe to The Chi-Tones channel on YouTube to catch all of the upcoming teasers, full-length video releases, behind the scenes footage, interviews, and more!