Tennessee Titans unveil new mural in Downtown Nashville

Nashville, Tenn. (WKRN)- It’s the offseason for the Tennessee Titans, however this group is about greater than soccer. A brand new, gigantic mural within the middle of Downtown Nashville is proof that the workforce is concerned in the neighborhood now, greater than ever.

That is the second time the Titans have paired up with native artist Eric “MOBE” Bass to create incredible paintings in the neighborhood.

The primary mural was completed after lethal tornadoes ripped by means of Center Tennessee and in the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. Surf Melendez serves because the Titans’ Vice President and Govt Artistic Director and stated that mural represented unity and toughness throughout a troublesome time.

“It was actually in response to the place we have been at as a neighborhood. We wished to create one thing that mirrored the toughness of the neighborhood. That’s the place Tennessee Powerful got here from,” stated Melendez.

The newest portray, on the again of Margaritaville Lodge, is way bigger and units a special tone.

“This yr’s mural is a change of tone, extra about celebration,” stated Melendez. “We’re celebrating Tennessee, with the birds, fireworks and music. We need to actually rejoice our neighborhood and encourage fellowship.”

Melendez stated the general response to each murals have been extraordinarily constructive.

“A number of individuals have been taking photos in entrance of the murals, which is all the time enjoyable. It’s cool to even see the bus excursions stopping by and exhibiting individuals the paintings. It’s very constructive,” stated Melendez.

The Titans plan on doing extra murals across the metropolis, however the purpose is to get exterior Nashville as well- making a presence all through your entire state