"Beatin' the Heat" finds Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks delivering their signature blend of country-tinged folk and swing, a sound that has remained vibrant for decades. The 2000 release showcases the enduring charm and musicianship of this San Francisco institution.
- "Beatin' the Heat" was released on June 11, 2000, by Surfdog Records.
- The album falls within the americana, folk rock, and country genres.
- This album was released during a period of continued activity for Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, following their earlier successes.
Dan Hicks and his various Hot Licks lineups have been a San Francisco institution since the late 1960s, playing a unique blend of folk, jazz, and country. The band's sound, a distinctive "Western Swing," has remained remarkably consistent throughout their career. "Beatin' the Heat" arrived in 2000, representing a later-career entry for the ensemble on the Surfdog Records label.
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