Pat McGrath is a Nashville-based US country guitarist and multi-instrumentalist with a recording career that begins in the early 1990s. He is associated with the Pickin’ On Project and Wheelers & Dealers, and is widely credited as one of Nashville’s leading pickers.

Career and instrumentation

McGrath is best known for acoustic guitar, but his credits also include electric guitar, 12-string guitar, Spanish guitar, mandolin, dobro, banjo, keyboard, and vocals. His discography numbers well over 100 releases, reflecting a broad studio career rather than a single high-profile solo catalogue.

Recordings and collaborations

He contributes to more than a dozen titles in the Best of Pickin' series of tribute albums. His session work spans bluegrass, folk, country, and rock, and includes performances on recordings by Randy Owen of Alabama, Jim Lauderdale, Chris Nole, John Arthur Martinez, Michael Johnson, and the debut album by American Idol finalist Bucky Covington.

Style and reputation

McGrath’s reputation rests on versatility and technical skill across several stringed instruments. His work places him within the Nashville session scene, where he appears on a wide range of projects across related American roots and country styles.