ASH-PHALT : A Podcast All About Life On The Road

What does it take to build a career as a professional drummer in Nashville—and use that success to make a real difference? On this episode of ASH-PHALT, I sit down with Brian Russell Collins, a Nashville music industry veteran, touring drummer, and the founder & CEO of A Cause to Rock. Brian shares his journey from chasing the dream in Music City to performing on some of the biggest stages in coun...

While on tour in Cleveland, Ohio, Ash Taylor sat down on the front porch of No Surf House with Diesel, one of the organization’s founders, for a conversation about community, creativity, and what it means to support independent artists. For touring musicians, life on the road can be exciting, rewarding, exhausting, and sometimes lonely. No Surf House was created to help change that by providing a...

Everyone sees the stage… not everyone sees the road it took to get there. This week on ASH-PHALT, I’m joined by Jordan Rainer—from The Voice (Team Reba McEntire) to carving her own lane in country music. We talk touring, chasing the dream, and the real, unfiltered side of the music industry—what it takes, what it costs, and why it’s all worth it. We also dive into her latest project, The Outlaw Re...

What does it really take to go from chasing a dream… to becoming part of one of the most legendary duos in music? In this episode of ASH-PHALT, I sit down with Bucky Heard of The Righteous Brothers to talk about life on the road, the moments that changed everything, and what it’s really like stepping into a legacy bigger than yourself. From small-town beginnings to the national stage—and now into...

ASH-PHALT • Episode 12 That’s a Wrap, Y’all! Road Recap & What’s Coming Down the Road Thanks so much for tuning into ASH-PHALT this year and riding along with me through all the wild, beautiful, exhausting, unforgettable moments of life on the road. This short and sweet episode is just a little year-end wrap-up to say thank you and to give you a quick look at what’s coming next. I’m sharing a...

In this special Veterans Day episode of the ASH-PHALT Podcast, country artist and host Ash Taylor sits down with Justin Rasik, a U.S. veteran and the president of 22Zero, a nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war. Justin opens up about his deployment overseas, the battles that continued long after he returned home, and the life-changing mission behind 22Zero — helping veterans,...

ASH-PHALT Episode 9 with Linn Holmes In this episode, Ash Taylor sits down with the multi-talented Linn Holmes to talk about creativity, courage, and living authentically. Linn shares her story, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and her perspective on chasing dreams while staying grounded. If you’re looking for inspiration, encouragement, and a reminder that you’re not alone on the journey,...

This week on ASH-PHALT, I’m joined by fellow Bakersfield native and third-generation cattle rancher Justin Pettit, co-founder of Santa Carota Beef — the only grass-fed, carrot-finished beef on the market. We talk about cowboy life, disrupting the meat industry, hometown pride, music, family, life on the road, on the ranch and so much more. This was honestly one of my favorite conversations ever —...

Ever wonder what it’s like to chase your dreams in two wildly different worlds at once? In this episode of ASH-PHALT, I sit down with the incredible Hannah Wright — a singer-songwriter with a soulful sound and a traveling nurse with a heart of gold.  We talk about what it’s like balancing long shifts in scrubs with writing songs and playing gigs on the road, the lessons she’s learned from both car...

🎧 Life On The Road With The "Emo Cowboy" | Brad Redlich| | ASH-PHALT Podcast #6 With Ash TaylorFeaturing: Ash Taylor ✨ Guest: Brad Redlich Chicago-born, Nashville-based Chi‑Country | Chi‑Rock artist on a journey of songs, shows, and state lines. In this episode of ASH‑PHALT, dive into the world of Brad Redlich — the “Emo Cowboy” . We unpack:🎶 The birth of Chi‑Country and its gritty, a...

In this special 4th of July episode of ASH-PHALT, we’re honoring our nation’s heroes with a conversation that’s as powerful as it is inspiring. Ash sits down with Dr. Pamela Arnell, CEO and President of  22Zero , a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans, first responders, and their families overcome trauma—without having to relive it. Dr. Arnell shares how she travels all over the country, hittin...

This week on ASH-PHALT, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Tyler Kohrs—vocalist and reality TV alum who’s appeared on both The Voice and I Can See Your Voice. We dive into what it’s really like to go through high-stakes singing competitions, what they don’t show you on screen, and the personal journey of staying grounded and true to yourself through it all. From behind-the-scenes stories to hon...

Buckle up, y’all—ASH-PHALT is hittin’ the road! Hosted by country music artist Ash Taylor, this fun and unfiltered podcast dives into life on the move. From touring artists and musicians to bus drivers, flight attendants, traveling nurses, and soldiers overseas—if their job or passion takes them places, you’ll hear their stories here. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like out on the road,...

In this episode of Ash-Phalt, country artist Ash Taylor sits down with singer-songwriter Krystal King to talk all about her journey into music—from small-town beginnings to releasing a brand new album and heading out on tour. They dive into the realities of life on the road, swap hilarious tour stories, and Krystal shares some of her best tips for staying grounded while always being on the move. I...

In this episode of Ash-Phalt, country artist Ash Taylor sits down with powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Taylor Hughes for a dynamic conversation about her unexpected journey into country music—starting with Italian opera! They dive into what it’s like being a woman navigating the music industry in Nashville, share road stories, and talk about the hustle, heart, and humor it takes to chase big dr...