Whiskey Riff Raff

Mae Estes joins Whiskey Riff Raff to talk 90s country, the realities of making a living in music, and why staying true to yourself matters more than ever. From singing the national anthem at just seven years old to making the move to Nashville inspired by Dolly Parton, Mae shares the experiences that shaped her journey as an artist. She opens up about the pressure to create controversy on social m...

Wheeler Walker Jr. joins the Whiskey Riff Raff Podcast to talk about stepping away from country music, getting out while the getting’s good, and why he’s sick of hearing about algorithms and AI. Wheeler opens up about why he wants to open a bar on Broadway just to piss people off, what his version of a Broadway bar would look like, and why he thinks owning his own spot could help “fix” Broadway. H...

Nicholas Jamerson joins Whiskey Riff Raff to talk about the rich musical history of Eastern Kentucky, the artists who deserve more recognition, and the early memories that shaped his love for music. He opens up about the difference between autobiographical and fictional songwriting, the advice he gives aspiring songwriters, and why being process driven matters more to him than chasing the finished...

Fox N Vead joins Whiskey Riff Raff to talk about their genre-bending new album, why they’ve started calling their sound “crunge,” and why they don’t think putting artists into a single genre box makes much sense. The band also opens up about why playing live has always been at the heart of what they do, the relationship between social media followers and ticket sales, how the music industry has ch...

On this episode of Whiskey Riff Raff, we head to Wildwood, New Jersey for one of the biggest country music festivals on the East Coast, Barefoot Country Music Fest. Throughout the weekend, we sat down with an incredible lineup of artists, including Chase Rice, The Wilder Blue, Channing Wilson, Tracy Lawrence, The Fray, Slater Nalley, Ty Myers, Emily Ann Roberts, Chris Lane, Tequila Randy, and Bob...

This episode of Whiskey Riff Raff with Brantley Gilbert is brought to you by Rock The Country. Brantley opens up about balancing life on the road with being a husband and father, why he drifted away from church and what brought him back, and the importance of creating a culture where his band and crew feel comfortable talking about their mental health. He also breaks down his new album, including...

Ben Chapman joins Whiskey Riff Raff for an honest conversation about making music, raising a family, and the ever-changing landscape of country music. Ben talks about balancing life as an artist and a parent, why he'd encourage his son to learn a trade, and how Nashville has transformed over the years. He also shares how The Beatles first inspired him to pursue music, the impact Channing Wilson ha...

On this episode of Whiskey Riff Raff , we head to Myrtle Beach for one of the biggest country music festivals of the summer, Carolina Country Music Fest . Throughout the weekend, we sat down with an incredible lineup of artists, including Drake White, Cleto Cordero of Flatland Cavalry, Chris Janson, Stella Lefty, Rodney Atkins, Slater Nalley, Myles Morgan, Rut Spence, Ashley Cooke, Chandler Carpen...

This week on Whiskey Riff Raff, we sit down with Ryan Fox of Dexter and The Moonrocks to talk about the band's rise, the evolution of their signature "Y’allternative" sound, and what it takes to build a band in today's music landscape. Ryan dives into the reality of being a modern-day artist, from balancing social media content with making music to navigating an industry where everyone seems to be...

Fresh off the release of his new album Handmade Horsepower, Colby Acuff joins the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast to talk about winning Whiskey Riff Raff Madness, the viral origins of "Dunk That Shit," why social media is breaking country music, and why some of the most talented artists in the genre still aren't getting the recognition they deserve. Colby dives into his frustrations with modern country...

Elizabeth Nichols joins the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast to talk about her unconventional path to country music, going viral on TikTok, and the new music she's working on. We dive into everything from dropping out of law school and accidentally finding a music career, to reading through the good and bad comments on social media, her love for Toby Keith, and why country music needs more fun songs agai...

BONUS EPISODE! NASCAR driver Ryan Preece sat down with us on Whiskey Riff Raff to talk about his career, his famously aggressive racing strategy, what it's like to drive a stock car, the preparation that goes into it, and how he feels about his nicknames (like "Flyin' Ryan.") The driver of the No. 60 car also gave his thoughts on the Nashville Speedway, how great it is to have a race in Music City...

Country music and Braves baseball go hand in hand. In this special collection of interviews from the Whiskey Riff Raff Podcast, Atlanta Braves stars Austin Riley and Kyle Farmer, along with Braves broadcaster Ben Ingram, sit down separately with the Whiskey Riff Raff crew to talk all things country music and baseball. Austin Riley discusses his favorite country artists, who controls the locker roo...

This episode is sponsored by Carolina Country Music Fest. Get your tickets now: https://carolinacountrymusicfest.com/ Singer songwriter Channing Wilson stops by the podcast to discuss staying true to his influences in today’s Nashville. From writing with Luke Combs and hearing “She Got The Best Of Me” take off, to refusing to write Bro Country songs during that era, Channing opens up about the hig...

The Creekers join the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast this week sponsored by Rock The Country. Get your tickets now at https://rockthecountry.com/ The guys break down why they don’t really see themselves as a traditional bluegrass band, explain the controversy behind using a cajon in bluegrass music, and tell the unbelievable story of their banjo player suffering a heart attack just minutes before their...

Paul Cauthen dives into his latest album, ‘Book Of Paul,’ why he sees the record as scripture he wrote about himself, and how the project arrived at the perfect moment in his life. He opens up about his relationship with God, his cancer journey, and why he truly believes cancer saved his life. whiskeyriff.com shop.whiskeyriff.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

Koe Wetzel sits down with Whiskey Riff to talk about the biggest shift of his life. From becoming a dad and naming his daughter Woods, to growing deeper in his faith and stepping into a new version of himself, this is Koe like you’ve never heard him before. He opens up about how fatherhood changed everything, why he feels like a completely different man, and how that transformation is shaping his...

Rocker Steiner and Kade Bruno join the podcast to talk all things rodeo, adrenaline, and country music. From the reality of climbing into the chute knowing things could go wrong, to the brotherhood behind the scenes, they break down what life as a professional bareback and saddle bronc rider is really like. They also dive into how Yellowstone and Taylor Sheridan helped push rodeo and country cultu...

This week on Whiskey Riff Raff, we sit down with rising country artist Ty Myers to talk about what it’s really like blowing up at just 18 years old. From writing nearly all of his songs in his childhood bedroom to navigating life on the road while still living with his parents, Ty opens up about the pressure, the chaos, and the growth that comes with early success. We get into his fear of evolving...

Tyler Halverson on avoiding the norm, keeping his sound raw, and building “Amerijuana” into his own lane. From calling the harmonica a “nasty” instrument to trademarking “Amerijuana,” gatekeeping South Dakota, and saying some artists are just making playlists, not albums… this one goes everywhere. This Whiskey Riff Raff episode is brought to you by Rock The Country. Get your tickets here: https://...

Australian country artist Wade Forster joins the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast to talk about growing up in the Australian outback, rodeo life, and the long road to country music. Before pursuing music, Wade worked just about every job you can imagine, including rugby player, rodeo cowboy, HVAC tech, and ranch hand while living nearly 22 hours from the nearest major city. He shares what life is really...

Leon Majcen and Sam Stoane are both stepping into defining years and they’re doing it their own way. Leon opens up about being raised by Bosnian refugee parents, the promise to retire his mom with music, almost quitting after 2020, and why he plans to release two to three albums a year for the next five years. Sam shares what could be the biggest year of her life with a debut album, a wedding and...

We’re back for 2026 🎙️ Kicking off the year with Ernest talking community, collaboration, and growing up in country music. We dive into his upcoming album Deep Blue and even share a few Willie Nelson stories. Take a listen now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. https://www.whiskeyriff.com https://shop.whiskeyriff.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Braxton Keith, honky tonk country singer and rising star, joins us to talk life on the road, music, and finding balance in a crazy schedule. He shares what it’s been like performing 150 shows a year, how his band became like family, and the story behind his hit song “Cozy.” Braxton also opens up about embracing traditional country, navigating the modern music world, including his thoughts on AI in...

This week's episode is brought to you by ZBiotics. Go to  https://zbiotics.com/RIFFRAFF  and use  RIFFRAFF  at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Larry Fleet, country singer and Black Buffalo ambassador, joins us to talk new music, faith, sobriety, and some downright wild stories. He shares what to expect from his upcoming February record, how he...