In this episode, Keller Cox joins (Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler) on the Raised Rowdy podcast to catch up with the guys and discuss various topics related to his music career. They talk about the benefits of co-writing, the challenges of being a musician, and the importance of taking care of mental health. Keller also shares his experience with cold showers and how they have helped him mentally. The conversation touches on the game Sips, a drinking game Keller plays with his audience during shows. The episode concludes with a discussion about the generosity of Richards & Southern and the importance of giving back in the music industry. In this conversation, Keller Cox discusses his journey in the music industry and the blessings he has experienced. He talks about the positive energy and support he has received from the music community. Keller also shares his experiences touring with The Castellows and the challenges of performing acoustic shows. He emphasizes the importance of living the dream and being a part of something bigger. Keller discusses the overlap of fans between himself and the Castellows and the dopamine addiction in the music industry. He also talks about adding new elements to his live shows and the excitement of releasing his new album WHICH is out Friday March 22nd.
Takeaways -The music industry is a supportive community where positive energy and good deeds are reciprocated. -Being a part of the music world is a blessing and an opportunity to interact with talented artists and industry professionals. -Performing acoustic shows can be challenging but also a confidence-building experience. -Living the dream in the music industry requires perseverance and the ability to appreciate the journey.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:23 Getting into Co-Writing
04:18 The Benefits of Co-Writing
06:39 Favorite Co-Writers
09:17 The Challenges of Being a Musician
11:40 Finding Joy in the Journey
13:33 The Frustrations of the Music Industry
15:27 Taking Care of Mental Health
19:11 The Benefits of Cold Showers
22:05 The Game of Sips
26:50 The Generosity of Richards & Southern
30:10 The Importance of Giving Back
31:09 Feeling Blessed to be a Part of the Music World
33:04 Living the Dream in Nashville
34:01 Touring with The Castellows
35:11 Challenges of Performing Acoustic Shows
36:09 Being a Part of Something Bigger
37:35 Overlap of Fans between Keller Cox and The Castellows
38:31 Dopamine Addiction in the Music Industry
39:21 Unique Experiences on Stage
40:19 Adding New Elements to Live Shows
41:43 Memorable Moments on Stage
43:38 Nicky T talks about annoucing Muscadine Bloodline at a Festival
44:35 The Importance of Introducing the Show
45:34 Adding New Tools to the Tool Belt
46:57 The Excitement of Releasing a New Album
49:51 The Joy of Being a Homeowner
52:45 Upcoming Album Release Show
56:04 The Thoughtful Track Listing of the Album
58:39 Excitement for the Album Release
01:00:05 Shoutouts to Other Texas Artists”