Rowdy Alternative Podcast

In this episode of Rowdy Alternative , Sam Burgh sits down with Raina Wallace of The Lowdown Drifters to discuss the band's distinctive blend of rock and country and the challenges of balancing live performances with studio recordings. Raina shares her personal journey, the band's collaborative growth, and the songwriting process behind their new single, No More Sympathy , which explores themes of...

In this episode of  Rowdy Alternative , Sam Burgh sits down with Danny Stevens to discuss his evolution from emo music to contemporary country and the challenges of navigating the modern music industry. Danny shares insights on the importance of authenticity in a saturated market, the impact of TikTok on artist visibility, and the lessons he’s learned from personal and professional growth. They ex...

In this episode of The Rowdy Alternative, Sam Burgh chats with The Smokin’ Oaks, a rising band making waves in the Red Dirt music scene. Formed in June 2023, the band blends grungy rock with country influences to create a unique sound. They discuss the camaraderie within the Red Dirt community, the energy of their […]

In this week’s episode of The Rowdy Alternative , Sam interviews Metal-Core Band, Waves in April. The band shares their journey, from forming through a shared passion for music to navigating the challenges of Texas’s competitive music scene. They discuss the evolution of metal-core, blending diverse influences like emo, pop punk, and metal, and their unique “South Central Metal-Core” sound with mo...

On this week's episode Sam sits down with rising Country-Rock artist Sevy, who opens up about his journey from Texas to Nashville and his DIY college tour to build a loyal fanbase. Sevy shares his approach to blending pop and country influences, the importance of collaboration in songwriting, and the camaraderie and competition that define Nashville’s music scene. He dives into the inspiration beh...

On the week's episode Sam chats with Cody Hanson, drummer of Hinder, about the band’s journey through years of touring, evolving music styles, and the challenges of staying relevant in the fast-paced music industry. Cody shares how Hinder embraced the humorous label "Butt Rock" while remaining committed to their authentic sound. He discusses the band's loyal fanbase, the creative process during th...

In this week's episode of  Rowdy Alternative , Sam sits down Corey Graves and Josh Fleming of The Vandoliers, a band known for their unique blend of Americana and punk. The band discusses their journey from forming in 2015 to touring across various venues, sharing the challenges of navigating the Texas music scene and the importance of genre fluidity. They reflect on learning from established arti...

In this week's episode of Rowdy Alternative , Sam sits down with Howard Nunnelly, drummer for rising country artist Ella Langley. Howard shares his journey of starting drums at a young age, developing his skills by playing in church, and making the decision to move to Nashville after meeting inspiring musicians. He discusses the shift from a band-centric approach to the rise of solo acts in genres...

In this week's episode of Rowdy Alternative, Sam is joined by journalist and author Josh Crutchmer to dive deep into the history and evolution of the Red Dirt music scene. Josh shares his personal journey through the genre, offering insights on its origins and the influential artists who helped shape it, including bands like Cross Canadian Ragweed and The Great Divide, and key figures such as Mike...

In this episode of The Rowdy Alternative , Sam Burgh sits down with musician Jager Henry to talk about his journey in the music industry, his upcoming album, and navigating the pressures of carrying a famous family name. Jager shares how he’s found his own unique sound, the influence of the LA music scene, and the vital support from his team. He reflects on his experiences touring with his father,...

On this week's Rowdy Alternative, Nicholas Niespodziani of Yacht Rock Revue shares stories of touring with legends like Train and REO Speedwagon, learning from veteran musicians, and the challenges of performing Yacht Rock’s complex music. He explains how Yacht Rock has evolved into a lifestyle and culture, and how the band embraces the genre while creating original music. Nick also talks about th...

On this week's Rowdy Alternative we're joined by Brennan Wilkinson and Ian O'Leary of St. Louis-based band, Squint! The guys discuss their unique blend of hardcore, punk, and melodic hardcore. Known for their intense live shows and strong presence in the local scene, the band shares stories of touring Europe, recording their upcoming October release at an animal rescue farm in New Jersey, and expe...

On this week's Rowdy Alternative we're joined by Rob Langdon, who shares his journey from aspiring baseball player to country-rock artist. Rob talks about how his unique blend of rock and country was shaped by various genres and his experiences in Nashville’s diverse music scene. He discusses the energy of his live shows, touring with Ole 60, and the excitement of watching their career take off. W...

On this week’s Rowdy Alternative, Sam interviews Oklahoma artist Krislyn Arthurs about her journey as an independent musician. They discuss the challenges faced by female artists, the red dirt music scene, and the balance between creative control and working with labels. Krislyn also shares her struggles with social media, the energy of her live shows, and the inspiration behind her new song “Shin...

Jeff Crosby, a singer-songwriter from Idaho, joins us for this week's pod! Jeff talks about relocating to Austin, Texas, wildfires in Idaho, his musical journey, the music scenes in different cities, and the challenge of categorizing Jeff's music into a specific genre. Jeff describes his sound as roots Americana alt-country with a rock and roll influence. They also talk about Jeff's band and their...

On this week’s episode we sit down with Kyon Barnes, bassist for Kody West. Kyon discusses his journey in the music industry and his experience with hearing loss and cochlear implants. He talks about the Texas music scene and the evolution of Kody’s sound. He highlights the support he received from his bandmates and the emotional moment of returning to the stage after getting a his ear procedures....

On this week's Rowdy Alternative Podcast we're joined by Grayson Russell, an actor and musician. Grayson talks about how he got started in acting, his early aspirations to be a peach farmer, and his audition for the movie Talladega Nights that led to him playing Texas Ranger Bobby. He also shares his thoughts on the impact of his roles in popular culture and the support he received from the cast a...

On this episode of Rowdy Alternative, Sam welcomes TJ Lyle of The Georgia Thunderbolts to discuss their music and experiences touring in Europe. They talk about the Southern rock sound and the influence of bands like the Allman Brothers. They also discuss their connection with Richard Young and their live shows. The Georgia Thunderbolts are a southern rock band that focuses on delivering energetic...

On this episode of Rowdy Alternative, Sam interviews Alex Gator Petropulos, the drummer from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong! They discuss the band’s live shows, their unique sound, the music scene in Maryland, and Alex’s drumming influences. Alex describes their live shows as high-energy psychedelic funk with crazy lights and a lot of improvisation. They have a dedicated fan base called the Flock. Alex...

On this week’s episode we talk with Nyles Robakiewicz of the Texas-based band, Shaker Hymns. Nyles shares the bands formation, their influences, and their music style. He also shares insight into the Texas Scene and the artists he’s looked up to when he started started. We also discuss his roots, concept albums and much more! Follow on Social Media: Nyles Robakiewicz (Guest): @shakerhymnsband Sam...

On this week’s Rowdy Alternative we catch up with recurring guest, drummer Corey Coverstone! Corey tells us about his business, Dirty Honey, what he’s been up to since departing the band and much more. Follow on Social Media: Corey Coverstone (Guest): @coreycoverstone Sam Burgh (Host): @sam_burgh Rowdy Alternative (Podcast): @rowdyalternative Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

Today we sit down with the boys from Current Blue and talk about their unique style, writing process and much more Follow on Social Media: Current Blue (Guest): @currentbluee Sam Burgh (Host): @sam_burgh Rowdy Alternative (Podcast): @rowdyalternative Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On this episode of Rowdy Alternative, we chat with Brayden Stewart about his early start, making it in the Texas scene and what is to come. Follow on Social Media: Brayden Stewart (Guest): @braydenstewart.tx Sam Burgh (Host): @sam_burgh Rowdy Alternative (Podcast): @rowdyalternative Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On this episode of Rowdy Alternative, we talk to Reed Barton! Reed discusses his journey into music, the challenges of living this life, and his collaboration with Austin Upchurch. He also shares insights on the stigma of having a side gig, the importance of songwriting, and the diversity of musical influences in his life.  He shares insights on his style of songwriting, his upcoming projects and...

Today we sit with country metal connoisseur, Cody Parks, of Cody Parks & The Dirty South. We chat about the scene in Nashville, how he merges two genres, the bands upcoming tour schedule and more! Follow on Social Media: Cody Parks (Guest): @codyparks_thedirtysouth Sam Burgh (Host): @sam_burgh Rowdy Alternative (Podcast): @rowdyalternative Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy