1-Minute Blues

SRV “Hide Away” Swing Straight Switch

SRV “Hide Away” Swing Straight Switch


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    Jul 3rd, 2026

    During his cover of "Hide Away" by Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan switched from a swing feel to a straight feel for a single chorus. But what makes it so cool is that the switch happens during the turnaround of the previous chorus. In this lesson, I'll show you where the switch happens.

    Tags

    Key:E-Flat
    Tuning:E-Flat
    Topics: Blues Rhythm
    Difficulties: Intermediate
    Artist: SRV
    Songs: Hide Away

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