Happy Hour with Deb

 This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we sit down with rising artist 615 Exclusive, alongside co-hosts Holdyn Barder and Aliyah Orawsky, for a real and inspiring conversation about music, life, and purpose.  Born Jamarius De’shawn Williams, 615 Exclusive shares his journey from being an independent artist writing songs at just 17 years old to building momentum in the music industry with millions of s...

 This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re joined by the incredibly energetic and inspiring Onoleigh, alongside co-hosts Timmy McKeever and Holdyn Barder for a fun, honest, and powerful conversation.  Onoleigh shares her journey into country music, including the bold decision to leave the Thanksgiving table and head straight to Nashville to chase her dream. We talk about building confidence, navigat...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re joined by rising country artist Melanie Murray for an inspiring conversation about chasing dreams in Nashville.  Melanie shares how she first got started as an artist, what led her to pursue music professionally, and the journey of building a career in one of the most competitive music cities in the world. We also talk about her goals, mindset, and exciting...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re joined by one of my absolute favorites, Charly Reynolds, alongside co-hosts Holdyn Barder and Timmy McKeever for a fun, uplifting, and real conversation.  After catching up briefly at Country Radio Seminar, Charly is back for a full episode where we dive into everything that’s been happening since — from her exciting plans for 2026 to navigating life and mus...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we welcome back Jessie G — and this time, we get the full story.  After a quick interview at Country Radio Seminar last year, Jessie G is back for a full-length conversation, opening up about everything that’s happened since. From life after pregnancy to balancing motherhood and a growing music career, she shares what this season has really looked like behind the...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re joined by country artist Christian Parker alongside special co-host Adysen Malek for a fun and energetic episode you don’t want to miss.  Raised in the Ozark Mountains and shaped by Texas honky-tonks, Christian shares his journey from walking away from Capitol Hill and a law degree to chasing a career in country music in Nashville. With over 13 million strea...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re joined by country artist Elyse Saunders, alongside special co-host Adysen Malek!  Originally from Canada and now making waves in Nashville, Elyse shares her journey, what it really takes to build a career in country music, and how she’s approaching it all with intention and strategy. If you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or dreamer chasing something bigger, thi...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we welcome back Robert Bacon for a powerful follow-up conversation since his last appearance at Country Radio Seminar.  In this episode, Robert shares what’s changed over the past year and dives into the realities of building a career in Nashville. We talk about treating country music like a business, why having the right team around you is everything, and what it...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we sit down with Bucky Heard of the legendary The Righteous Brothers for an incredible conversation about music, legacy, and what’s next.  Bucky shares his journey through Nashville, how he built his career over the years, and what it’s been like stepping into the iconic role alongside Bill Medley as part of The Righteous Brothers. We also dive into his upcoming m...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we sit down with country artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Giving Guitars Foundation, Steven Cade, for an inspiring conversation about music, purpose, and giving back.  Steven shares his journey into country music and what led him to build a life and career in Nashville, along with the stories and inspiration behind his songs. Beyond the music, we dive into his...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, I sit down with country artist Karissa Ella for a real and fun conversation about her journey in music and life behind the scenes. Karissa shares how she first got started in the industry and what led her to pursue her dreams in Nashville.  We also talk about an unforgettable interaction she had with a fan, how she handles negative comments on social media, and th...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we sit down with country artist Jacob Jones for a powerful conversation about music, purpose, and chasing big dreams. Joined by co-hosts Timmy McKeever and Holdyn Barder, Jacob opens up about his journey from serving in the military to stepping into the country music scene in Nashville. This is an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, passion, and th...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re hanging out with rising country artist Adysen Malek — and trust us, you’re going to want to keep your eye on her.  Joined by co-hosts Timmy McKeever and Holdyn Barder, we dive into Adysen’s journey into music, how she got her start, and the exciting songs she has coming up. Adysen shares the heart behind her music, the lessons she’s learning along the way, a...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’ve blondes in the house! American Blonde — Nata & Tinka — are back, and if you know, you KNOW… the energy is unmatched every single time. These girls aren’t just guests, they’re part of the Happy Hour family. From laughs to real talk, this episode is everything we love about country music — passion, grit, friendship, and a whole lot of heart. If you love st...

Country music’s ray of sunshine is back! Emily Brooke returns to Happy Hour after our first interview together at CRS 2025, and so much has happened since then. We catch up on what she’s been building, the music she’s creating, and how she’s growing—not just as an artist, but as a person navigating this wild industry. She truly is sunshine in human form—but don’t let that fool you. There’s depth,...

The Happy Hour crew is back together.  This week, I’m joined by Michael James , along with returning co-hosts Timmy McKeever and Holdyn Barder —all familiar faces you know and love on the show. We catch up on what’s new, including Michael’s upcoming music , Timmy’s life on tour , and the latest updates from Holdyn. We also dive into bigger conversations around country music today , navigating fans...

They’re back at Happy Hour with Deb—and it feels like catching up with old friends.  This week, I’m joined by Remy Garrison and her manager Chrissy Nix, two familiar faces on the show. We talk about Remy’s new song, what she’s been working on creatively, and what’s next on her journey. Chrissy also shares her honest thoughts on the country music industry, artist development, and what it really tak...

This week on Happy Hour with Deb, we’re breaking new ground—our first pop artist joins the show!  I’m joined by the talented Bella Rose, who opens up about her journey in the pop world, her inspirations, and what it takes to chase a dream while staying true to yourself. Co-hosting with me is one of my favorite people in the world, Aliyah Orawsky, bringing her insight, humor, and perspective to the...

This episode of Happy Hour with Deb feels like one of those conversations you don’t want to end. I’m joined by rising artist Ivey Campbell, along with two of my favorite familiar voices—Holdyn Barder and Timmy McKeever—as we dig into music, storytelling, growth, and what it really means to find your place in this industry. From songwriting and creative instincts to navigating the ups, downs, and q...

Season 2 of Happy Hour with Deb is here, and we’re kicking it off with a returning favorite—Cody Cozz! Grab a drink and join us for laughs, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments as we catch up with Cody and dive into what’s new in his world. We’re also excited to announce a new collaboration with Freedom Brew, a company dedicated to giving back to military personnel and veterans who’ve sacrificed...

Part 2 of our Best of 2025 is here! This episode brings you even more standout moments from an unforgettable year of Happy Hour with Deb. From powerful conversations and unexpected laughs to raw, real stories from artists and creatives, this episode captures the heart of what made 2025 so special. If you loved Part 1, settle in—because this one goes even deeper. Whether you’re catching up or reliv...

2025 was one for the books—and it all came together at the Country Radio Seminar.  In this Best of 2025 episode of Happy Hour with Deb, we’re bringing you some of our favorite, most memorable moments straight from CRS. From candid conversations and unexpected laughs to powerful stories and artist breakthroughs, this episode captures the heart of what Happy Hour is all about. Featuring standout mom...

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee—the home of the blues—Greg Pratt was on a very different path before country music called his name. With just one college credit left and a family legacy in medicine, Greg packed his car, left everything behind, and headed to Nashville with only a few dollars and a dream. In this short but powerful conversation, Greg shares how he taught himself guitar, learne...

 On this episode of Happy Hour with Deb , I sit down with country music artist Tori Martin for a short but powerful conversation about her journey into music. From being discovered by a Grammy Award–winning producer while singing at church, to growing up with a father who served as a veteran, to chasing her dreams all the way to American Idol , Tori’s story is rooted in faith, family, and resilien...

Get ready for one of the most fun episodes yet on Happy Hour with Deb, because The Swon Brothers came to play! Zach and Colton Swon join me for an energy-filled conversation all about the Nashville country music scene, their brand-new IMAGINE: Cabin Sessions EP (fully written and produced by the brothers), a little bit of football talk, and plenty of laughs and behind-the-scenes stories. We dive i...