Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill

In Episode 258 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with rising artist and Alabama native Myles Morgan. Myles shares his journey from playing college town bars in Tuscaloosa to the legendary Florabama, and how it helped ready him for the jump t Nashville. He also shares some of his early career highlights, exciting shows he's gotten to play and connections he's formed with big artist...

In Episode 257 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with recurring guest Karley Scott Collins for a deep dive into her upcoming debut album Flight Risk , an update on how 2025 has been for her and more! Karley shares the deeply personal stories behind the songs and how the project represents her evolution as an artist. She reflects on what it's meant to tour with Keith Urban, the les...

In Episode 256 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill catches up with rising country artist Tyler Nance for a powerful and personal conversation. Fresh off a wave of momentum from his breakout hit “Keeps Me Sane,” Tyler shares his journey navigating the Nashville scene, finding his voice as a songwriter, and staying grounded amidst rising attention. The two dive into Tyler’s recent festival perf...

In Episode 255 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Colton Dawson , an 18-year-old musician originally from Arizona, now making his mark in Nashville. Colton shares his journey from learning guitar at age 10 to performing over 450 shows alongside his father. The two discuss Colton’s deep love for traditional country music, the influence of faith and family,...

In Episode 254 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill is joined by Mitchell Douglas and Hagan Edge of the rising country-rock duo Sons of Habit . The conversation dives into their journey from solo musicians to becoming a full-fledged band, bonded by shared experiences and the grit it takes to thrive on the road. The pair share stories from their van life adventures, the formation of their creat...

In Episode 253 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill welcomes rising country artist Brandon Wisham for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation. Born in Georgia but raised in South Carolina, Brandon reflects on his deep Southern roots and the life-changing moment that launched his career: posting a song on TikTok that caught fire overnight, eventually landing in the hands of Bailey Zimmerman, who...

In episode 252 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with singer-songwriter Ashley Brooks. A Georgia native and rising force in the country music scene, Ashley opens up about her move to Nashville, the writing process behind her debut single “Starting Fires,” and how she’s carving out her own lane as both a performer and a songwriter. The two dive into her early experiences in the stu...

In Episode 251 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with the bold and brilliant Sunny Sweeney. Known for her fearless honesty and Texas-meets-Nashville grit, Sunny opens up about her latest record Rhinestone Requiem,  a powerful collection that dives deep into heartbreak, healing, and personal growth. The conversation covers her early days in honky-tonks, the rollercoaster of major l...

In this special 250th episode of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Rocco Gorelik , a 15-year-old guitar phenom making waves in the country and rock scenes. As the youngest guest ever on the show, Rocco shares how he fell in love with guitar at an early age in Alpharetta, Georgia, and how his dedication and family support have fueled his rapid rise. From ripping solos on Lower Br...

In episode 249 of Outside the Round , Matt sits down with the sibling trio Daves Highway; Delaney, Zachary, and Erika, to talk about their unique journey in music. From growing up harmonizing in church to building a national fanbase through YouTube and social media, the trio shares how their Mississippi roots, family bond, and tight harmonies have shaped their musical identity. They reflect on ear...

From the ring to the writer’s room, Bobby Steveson (aka WWE’s Damon Kemp) joins host Matt Burrill for a powerful conversation on chasing a second dream. The Minnesota native opens up about how music was always in the background, even while rising through the ranks of pro wrestling. Now based in Nashville, Bobby shares what it’s like stepping into the country music world with a debut EP on the way....

In episode 247 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with the legendary Colt Ford for a raw, reflective, and inspiring conversation. Colt opens up about surviving a life-threatening health scare, his journey back to the stage, and how it’s deepened his appreciation for music and life. From the early days of blending country and hip-hop to collaborating with artists like Brantley Gilbe...

In episode 246 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Canadian country artist Robyn Ottolini for an honest and heartfelt conversation about her journey from a small town in Ontario to chasing big dreams in Nashville. Robyn opens up about the inspiration behind her new single “Airplane Bottle,” a track rooted in personal experience and emotional honesty. They dive into her evolutio...

In episode 245 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Highway Home, the rising country trio made up of Eamon Owen, Conner Sweeny, and Stanton Langley. The group shares their story of coming together in Nashville, reflecting on their unique first gig in South Dakota (complete with pig wrestling) and how their roots in traditional country blend with modern influences to shape their...

On Episode 244 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill catches up with country music powerhouse Tyler Booth to talk about his brand-new EP Downtown and everything that led him here. From his early days growing up in Eastern Kentucky to performing on international stages, Tyler opens up about the values and influences that shape his music. The conversation dives into the creative process behind th...

On episode 243 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Jordyn Mallory—country artist, songwriter, and recent star of the hit reality show Farmer Wants a Wife . Originally from a small town in Mississippi, Jordyn shares her journey to Nashville, how working on the set of Nashville helped her make ends meet, and the bold decisions that shaped her music career. The conversation dives...

In this episode of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with genre-blending artist Ashley Walls to talk about her bold journey from Georgia to Nashville and how she’s rewriting the rules of what country music can be. Ashley shares how her fusion of EDM and country reflects her authenticity, her mission to empower women, and why vulnerability in songwriting has become her creative superp...

In episode 241 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist and influencer Katie Dempsey, better known as Demps. From a tough upbringing to becoming a single mom, viral content creator, and now a full-blown artist, Demps opens up about her wild ride to Nashville. She shares how motherhood shapes her songwriting, how her friendship with Priscilla Block keeps her gro...

In Episode 240 of Outside The Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Gannon Fremin of Gannon Fremin & The CCREV to dive into his rise from Oklahoma’s Red Dirt scene to national stages. Gannon shares how the Stillwater music community shaped his genre-blending sound, the role live shows have played in growing a loyal fanbase, and the meaning behind his recent signing with Warner Records. They...

On episode 239 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Tommy Acker to talk about his journey from Texas to Nashville and his unexpected path from baseball and biology to the country music stage. Originally planning for dental school, Tommy found new purpose through songwriting and performance, launching his career with the help of social media platforms like T...

On episode 238 of Outside the Round , we welcome Philip Bowen, the incredibly gifted fiddle player and songwriter from West Virginia. Philip shares his inspiring journey from blue-collar roots to building a thriving music career, highlighting how COVID-19 unexpectedly opened doors through platforms like TikTok. He discusses the importance of authenticity in songwriting, the balance between family...

On episode 237 of Outside the Round , we sit down with Sevy to unpack his journey from Texas to Nashville, where his move proved pivotal in shaping both his career and sound. Balancing the duality of his artistic identity as Andrew and Sevy, he shares how years of experimentation, collaborations, and life on the road helped define the genre-blending music he’s making today. From his time on The Vo...

On episode 236 of Outside the Round , host Matt Burrill sits down with Vincent Mason, the Georgia-born country artist behind the hit song Hell is a Dance Floor . Vincent reflects on his journey from Roswell, GA to the heart of the Nashville music scene, sharing how one song changed everything and how the support of a strong community has shaped his career. He dives into the influence of his Georgi...

On episode 235 of Outside the Round , we sit down with Ashland Craft to talk about her inspiring journey from small-town South Carolina to Nashville’s country music scene. Ashland shares the story behind her new album, Dive Bar Beauty Queen , a project that captures her authentic spirit and the ups and downs that shaped her path. She reflects on the importance of community and support, the persona...

On episode 234 of Outside the Round , Matt sits down with  Lil Man J to explore his powerful journey from overcoming early health struggles to building a music career rooted in authenticity, resilience, and positivity. He opens up about the challenges he's faced, the role of family support, and how music became both a creative outlet and a path to healing. The conversation dives into the emotional...