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Episode 133 – Zach Top

Zach top has the voice that every traditional country singer wants to have and boy does he know what to do with it. From an

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Episode 5: Mayor of Wilkes County

Caleb and Dawson start this one off sidetracked about the upcoming All-Star race at North Wilkesboro, their love/hate relationship with Ross Chastain, and losing bets, at least for one of them! Darlington in the rear view, they go over highlights of the weekend, and get ready to hit the road again with Travis Tritt!

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Episode 3: “For Dale”

This week on Episode 3 the boys had a rain delayed episode recorded in the early morning before the Dover race. Dawson and Caleb get

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Episode 130 – Chris Kappy

Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler sit down with Chris Kappy as he discusses the ins and outs of the music industry in the first installment

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Episode 125 – Trey Lewis

Back again with our good friend Trey Lewis while out on the road at some iconic southeastern Honky Tonks. Hear more of his story, some

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Rowdy Alternative- Taylor Kimball

Taylor Kimball is a producer who has helped create records for today’s hottest Texas acts including Koe Wetzel, Read Southall Band, Austin Meade, Giovanni and

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Episode 122 – Adam Hood

Adam Hood jumps on the podcast with Kurt Ozan and Nicky T to talk his new album, songwriting, and so much more. With his new

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Episode 120 – Austin Shawn

If you don’t know the name Austin Shawn you should. He is currently the #1 country music producer on the Billboard charts and we have

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Episode 118 – Keller Cox

Nicky T and Kurt Ozan sit down with Keller Cox and talk about how he went from selling merch to having management, a booking deal

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Episode 115 – Chris Canterbury

Check out this week’s podcast where Kurt and Nicky T catch up with the multitalented Chris Canterbury and get some details on his upcoming album

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Episode 112-Walker Montgomery

After coming to the realization he wasn’t going to make it in the NFL, Walker Montgomery started playing honky tonks and realized girls liked guitars

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Episode 107-Lakeview

Nicky T and guest host Mike Stoll sit down with Pittsburgh raised Lakeview to talk about the important stuff: tattoos, beef and DIY shows. These

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Episode 106-Ella Langley

You can hate her if you have to, but we love what we’re seeing from Ella Langley. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more

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Episode 105-Kolby Cooper

While he’s still young (22) in the grand scheme of things Kolby has been in the game since he was a teenager playing shows across

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Episode 102-After Midtown

If you are in Nashville you know the buzz this week’s guest, After Midtown, have right now. After playing a few rounds of COD with

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Episode 100-Ray Fulcher

Ray’s been on the podcast a few times, but things have changed since his last episode.  Nothing major, just a record deal, radio single in

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Episode 98-Kaitlin Butts

This is one of our wildest and most off-the-wall podcasts we’ve ever done. Topics include anything from Kaitlyn’s potential Only Fans account to her Instagram

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Episode 96-Noah Hicks

From field parties to “shot and a chaser” releases, Noah Hicks knows how to put out a song with a bang. Not to mention, anyone

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Episode 95-Canaan Smith

Boy, was this a fun one. We generally have a few when recording, but it’s definitely a first that someone brings a new method of

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Episode 94-Vinnie Paolizzi

Vinnie is another member of the emerging Nashville Americana crew who we’ve had the opportunity to interview (see Nate Fredrick, Gabe Lee, etc.). But Vinnie’s

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Episode 93-Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson has taken “bell bottom country” to new heights with her new record, Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’.  While we’re excited about the success of Things a

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Episode 92-Jameson Rodgers

Jameson is a songwriting, beer drinking, finger pointing son of a gun.  Over the past two years he’s toured with Luke Combs, wrote his first

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Episode 90-Nate Fredrick

Nate’s Different Shade of Blue is an exciting, complete album. Tracks like Paducah and Caroline will (and should) garner attention, but every track offers a

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Episode 88-Trey Lewis

Most people know Trey by know, but what they likely know him for is only one dimension of his deep character.  Who would’ve thought the

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Episode 86-Nate Smith

Nate loves beer.  We love beer. This week’s podcast was easy. In all seriousness, Nate is an artist who pushes the boundaries of transparency. From

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Episode 85-Tim Montana

Who would’ve thought a guy who spent most of his upbringing off the grid would become one of the best artist/entrepreneur combos in country music?

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Episode 83-Lily Rose

One thing is apparent when you listen to Lily Rose.  She is a technician.  She burns to understand why and will do the work when

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Episode 82-Josh Kiser

For a guy who didn’t fancy himself a songwriter, Josh Kiser has developed a knack for putting out some of the most relatable tracks of

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Episode 81-Drew Parker

2020 wasn’t so great. That is, unless you’re Drew Parker. In this week’s episode Drew humbly recognizes that a tough year for most brought him

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Episode 80-Heath Sanders

Sometimes it takes a downturn to take full advantage of your talents.  When his job in the oil fields went south he sold a rifle,

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Episode 79-Austin Meade

In music, Evolution is less a natural progression and more an earnest commitment to change.  Austin’s self described “work in progress” sound (rock, country, Texas,

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Episode 78-Larry Fleet

Larry feels like an old friend.  A friendly face, a (super talented) helping hand.  His recent hit single, Where I Find God, spoke to everyone during

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Episode 77-Corey Kent

From Texas to Nashville and back again, Corey has always had a unique sound.  He sounds a little like Texas, a little like Nashville, and

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Episode 76-Jacob Lutz

“No backup plan.”  Let that sink in. Jacob Lutz is that committed to his craft. He’s a young artist who left North Carolina for Nashville

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Episode 75-Tyler Booth

Tyler’s demeanor in no way implies the list of hits he’s got under his belt.  Hell, the budding star’s Dad had to pass his songs

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Episode 73-Adam Sanders

When you talk about professionals, guys like Adam come to mind. The guy has been such a consistent hitmaker for so long that it’s no

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Episode 70-Rob Snyder Round 2

Rob Snyder does not pull punches, and neither does his recent project, “The Way That I Am”. Ten artfully crafted songs which are better together

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Episode 69-Jonathan Singleton

Who are we to give an introduction to a guy like Jonathan Singleton? Luckily we didn’t have to. Jonathan took the reigns on this week’s

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Episode 68-Dan Smalley

Dan Smalley is earnest in demeanor but with a consciousness that keeps him from being too serious or overbearing.  You could say he’s a straight

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Episode 67-Gabe Lee

What a weird, wild ride….Gabe Lee’s simultaneous self awareness and focus lull you into introspection only to be shaken sober by quick, pointed wit. We

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Episode 66-Rob Snyder

It’s always the biggest guys who know how to play it cool.  “Big” Rob Snyder is a musician at heart who started his journey to

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Episode 65-Ashland Craft

Ashland has a way of inspiring confidence.  From her run on The Voice to her quick ascension in Nashville, she can quickly capture your ear

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Episode 64-Jason Nix

After we scooped him up in a parking lot, the talented Jason Nix kindly recorded this week’s podcast in some off time from his duties

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Episode 63-Wilson Brothers Band

From the classic Rinky Dinks in Washington, PA, Kyle Wilson of The WIlson Brothers’ Band sits down with Nicky T to discuss making their first

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Episode 61-Carly Rogers

We saw Carly Rogers play twice in one weekend which was great by itself.  But having the opportunity to hear her perspective as an independent

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Episode 59-Sean Stemaly

This week’s episode takes place in a place where Sean Stemaly feels most comfortable, the bank of a river. In all seriousness, Sean has been

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Episode 58-Noah Smith

Live from Country Concert ’19, Nicky T and Raised Rowdy early adopter Noah Smith share stories about the grind of turning fans into family.  The

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Episode 57-Cole Taylor

The third member of the infamous 4 Wheel Drive to grace the podcast, Cole Taylor, has settled into his role as a father and an

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Episode 56-Ryan Nelson Round 2

It’s hard not to have fun when Ryan Nelson is around, whether he’s on or off stage.  This week Ryan walks us through his recently

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Episode 55-Josh Phillips

An artist who blends a bit of soul and rock into his sound, Josh is a guy that oozes authenticity. Despite having ties with some

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Episode 54-Brent Lowry

The Ohio Outlaw, Brent Lowry, shares his solo approach to songwriting and the innovators who paved the way for his unorthodox style. Recorded at the

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Episode 53-Lucas Ebert

Lucas Ebert has quite a story. This week the pastor in training turned psychedelic hitchhiker unloads his unique approach to country music.

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Episode 52-Jon Langston

It’s very difficult not to like Jon Langston which is why we’re so happy to see his future getting brighter and brighter.  Jon brings a

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Episode 50- Meghan Patrick

Lesson #1 from this week’s Podcast: No Wine on Sundays in Nashville. Meghan Patrick learned this early and has never looked back. The Canadian dynamo

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Episode 49-Justin Lee

Justin Lee Is a natural entertainer.  You can hear his personality and passion in this week’s episode where he discusses his vision for his music, 

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Episode 48-Terra Bella

Derek and Nicky T sit down with Joe Costa and Martina Otterbeck Costa the husband and wife duo known as Terra Bella. They talk about

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Episode 47-Styles Haury

Will you or will you not get your face melted? If Styles Haury has anything to do with it, the answer is emphatically yes. Styles

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Episode 46-Lee Gantt

In another CRS week episode, Lee Gantt shares the inspiration for his new record’s title track and how an indie artist can break into the

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Episode 45-Jordan Rager

A CRS week special, Georgia born Jordan Rager (1/4 of the infamous 4WD) talks to us about growing up singing songs wherever they’d let him

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Episode 43-Ashley McBryde

Ashley knows real, and apparently she can smell it. She’s had a huge year from opening for legends to a Grammy nomination, but to her

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Episode 42-Chelsie Love

Cold, Late, Pantless…sometimes you gotta do what it takes for your art. Chelsie Love’s passion for her craft is apparent in this week’s podcast where

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Episode 39-Royale Lynn

In this week’s episode, Royale reflects on growing up on stage, where she draws inspiration, and her experience working with Grady Saxman on her new

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Episode 38-Faren Rachels

Faren Rachels meets Nicky T and Derek at their rental condo to discuss her roots, early days in Nashville and how she never lost sight

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Episode 37-Jeremy Noble

Nicky T and Jonny G get rowdy with Jeremy Noble post Easy Party in Nashville. Jeremy is a true redneck renaissance man. Part sound guy,

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Episode 35-The 2 Rule

Just say holiday special! We give you Scott Miller’s famous relationship advice he calls The 2 Rule. Take a listen and let us know what

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Episode 33-Davis Nix

Nicky T and Chris Yow sit down with Davis Nix to talk about the process of producing his new record, the importance positivity between artists

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Episode 32-A Music Life: JD Groover

From Jergel’s in Warrendale, PA, the multi talented JD Groover talks being a Tour Manager for Jon Langston and creative director for Sea Gayle music.

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Episode 30-Neil Mason

From the Thirsty Cowboy in Medina, OH, Neil Mason tells the boys about what it’s like to go from drummer to manager (Badlands has got

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Episode 29-Dillon Carmichael

Boy oh boy, where do we start. Dillon tells us about growing up in a country music family, working with hit makers at a young

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Episode 28-Sam Grow

Sam sits down with Nicky T at Jergel’s to discuss how his new deal at Average Joe’s is a perfect fit, leveraging social media as

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Episode 27-Chris Canterbury

Meeting pre-gig at an Irish Pub in Chicago near the airport (you are going to be able to tell), Chris and Nicky T talk about

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Episode 26-Jobe Fortner

Jobe and his crew sit down to discuss learning to co-write, alternative paths in country music, and the variety of tour life.

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Episode 25-Kasey Tyndall

From Tequila Cowboy in Pittsburgh, Kasey describes her unique start, how songs can unintentionally influence others (in a good way) and how a tight-knit group

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Episode 23-Clay Jones Band

Clay and Tyler from Clay Jones Band talk Alabama, hard work, and future plans live from Frisky Frog’s at the first ever Raised Rowdy Sundays

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Episode 22-Jordan Fletcher

On this week’s podcast, Jordan Fletcher discusses making the transition from drummer to songwriter, as well as current and upcoming singles.

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Episode 21-Riley Green

Live with Nicky T at Jergel’s, Riley Green discusses how he built his following, his influences, and plans for a new album.

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Episode 12-Frank Vieira

Frank Vieira meets Nicky T at Raised Rowdy “Headquarters” to talk about the Pittsburgh music scene, becoming a father, and his party fueled single, “Fill

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Episode 11-Hannah Dasher

Hannah Dasher talks to the boys about selling boats to get to Nashville, the rise of strong women in country music, and her love for

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Episode 10-The Struggle Bus

Nicky T and Jackson Gardner, artist and Host of Red Dirt Revival, recover from a Dierks Bentley show by discussing the previous night’s events, how

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Episode 9-Crawford & Power

Nicky T and Derek discuss favorite venues, approaches to songwriting, and the new Play a Hank Jr. Song EP with the boys from Crawford &

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Episode 8-Clark Manson

Clark discusses his artistic progression through a review of his discography, the inspiration for his new single “Towns Like Us” and tells some can’t miss

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Episode 6-Dustin Huff

Dustin Huff describes his Indiana roots (someone send us his original recordings!), making the leap on moving to Nashville, and goals for the future.

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Episode 5-Kenton Bryant

Kenton Bryant discusses his broad musical background, how that influenced his new EP, and the progression from playing barrooms to opening for Willie Nelson.

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Episode 4-Jackson Gardner

Nicky T meets Jackson Gardner at Jackson’s hometown venue Rinky Dink’s in Amity Pa to discuss, Life, Music, Jackson’s radio show Red Dirt Revival and

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Episode 3-Ryan Nelson

The Raised Rowdy crew sits down with Ryan Nelson to discuss his approach to songwriting, production, and where to procure an unlimited supply of fire

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