Tyler Forrest
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| Born | May 2, 1989 Hammond, Louisiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | United States |
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| Website | tylerforrest |
Tyler Forrest (born May 2, 1989, in Hammond, Louisiana) is an American songwriter, musician, and filmmaker, based in Los Angeles, California. He is the frontman and guitarist for the indie rock band, The Scared Crows. He has composed music for the films "The Dirty South" (2023) and "Search and Destroy" (2020).[1]
Forrest has earned the title "the Neo-Country King" for creating the unique music genre known as "Neo-Country" which blends his southern country roots with R&B-inspired sounds.[2]
Biography
Forrest grew up in Abita Springs, Louisiana. From a young age, he developed a passion for the creative arts, focusing on the visual arts, writing, and music. During his teenage years, Forrest began forming bands and writing original songs, which he performed around Louisiana.[3]
Forrest initially gained recognition in the Southern music scene before transitioning into acting. He secured roles in television series such as "Major Crimes," "Awkward," and "Rizzoli & Isles," and films including "Evan's Crime," "American Ultra," and "Dark Places." Additionally, Forrest has directed and written several short films and music videos, such as "Luna," "Villa Blanc," and "The Drop" music video series.[4]
Forrest relocated to Los Angeles, forming the indie rock band The Scared Crows, where he serves as the frontman and guitarist. The band’s music blends indie rock, alternative, and hard rock, often exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
Forrest has made significant contributions to film music, composing for films such as "The Dirty South" (2023) and "Search and Destroy" (2020). He produced the tracks "That Woman," “Carol of the Bayou,” and "Outlaws" for "The Dirty South." Additionally, he curates JamNation, a popular jam night at the Rainbow Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
Forrest’s debut solo album, "Motherland," is set for release in 2024. The album is described as "neo-country," merging his southern heritage with contemporary R&B and modern production elements.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Type | Role | Notes |
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| 2016 | Major Crimes | TV Series | Jesse Harris | 1 episode |
| 2016 | Awkward. | TV Series | Richard | 1 episode |
| 2016 | Rizzoli & Isles | TV Series | Riley Keating | 1 episode |
| 2016 | The Drop | Video | - | Director |
| 2015 | Redefined Pt. 3 | Video | - | Director |
| 2015 | Evan's Crime | Film | Manny | - |
| 2015 | American Ultra | Film | Hooper | Uncredited |
| 2015 | Return to Sender | Film | Flower Delivery Guy | - |
| 2015 | Dark Places | Film | Warehouse Guitarist | - |
| 2014 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | TV Series | Slade | 1 episode |
| 2014 | 22 Jump Street | Film | Stoned-Looking Kid | - |
| 2014 | 13 Sins | Film | Dog Man | - |
| 2014 | Devil's Due | Film | Steve | - |
| 2014 | Stay Pt. 2 | Video | - | Director |
| 2013 | Luna | Short | - | Director, Writer |
| 2013 | Heebie Jeebies | TV Movie | Rick | - |
| 2013 | Live This Lie Pt. I | Video | - | Director |
| 2013 | Villa Blanc | Short | - | Director, Writer |
| 2012 | Scent of the Missing | TV Movie | Pickup Driver | - |
| 2012 | The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 | Film | Volturi Guard | Uncredited |
| 2012 | Pitch Perfect | Film | High Note #1 | - |
| 2012 | Stolen | Film | Teenage Cab Driver | - |
| 2012 | Common Law | TV Series | Hippie One | 1 episode |
| 2012 | The Thing from Another World | TV Movie | Paul | - |
| 2011 | Project Z | Short | Redneck #1 | - |
Discography
The Dirty South (2023)
- That Woman
- Carol of the Bayou
- Outlaws
Search and Destroy (2020)
- Train Gun Battle
- Drive Up Infiltration
- Underwater
- Cutter Escapes
- Coop Calls Anderson
- Rocket Battle
Album
- Motherland (2024)
References
- ↑ "the-dirty-south-soundtrack-closes-out-2023-with-a-feel-good-story". www.laweekly.com. Retrieved 13 June 2024.
- ↑ Allah, Sha Be (10 November 2023). "'The Dirty South' Soundtrack (Drops Nov 10th) - The Source". thesource.com. Retrieved 13 June 2024.
- ↑ "Harmony Unleashed: Tyler Forrest's Sonic Odyssey from Louisiana Roots to Hollywood Heights - US Reporter". usreporter.com. 12 February 2024. Retrieved 13 June 2024.
- ↑ Stories, Local (26 November 2018). "Meet Tyler Forrest". SDVoyager - San Diego. Retrieved 13 June 2024.