Tales from the Front Row: The Raised Rowdy Podcast

It’s very difficult not to like Jon Langston which is why we’re so happy to see his future getting brighter and brighter.  Jon brings a special element to his shows and his crowds follow suit.  Give this week’s episode a listen to hear how is hard work is paying off.

At this point we know 2 things: 1) Ray Fulcher has outdone himself and 2) you’re in for a treat. In this week’s episode Ray takes us track by track through his new EP Somebody Like Me. This record touches a ton of emotions and can kick you in the teeth without sacrificing depth. Oh, […]

Lesson #1 from this week’s Podcast: No Wine on Sundays in Nashville. Meghan Patrick learned this early and has never looked back. The Canadian dynamo talks about her drive and willingness to take risks to reach goals most never dream of.

Justin Lee Is a natural entertainer.  You can hear his personality and passion in this week’s episode where he discusses his vision for his music,  learning to co-write and why physical media just might not be dead just yet.

Derek and Nicky T sit down with Joe Costa and Martina Otterbeck Costa the husband and wife duo known as Terra Bella. They talk about their California country roots, day to day lives and signature Terra Bella style. If you haven’t seen their live show or met their warm embrace in person you are surely […]

Will you or will you not get your face melted? If Styles Haury has anything to do with it, the answer is emphatically yes. Styles and company take a break from an event to tell us about their roots as a high school band and what’s on the horizon for the Ohio bred road warriors.

In another CRS week episode, Lee Gantt shares the inspiration for his new record’s title track and how an indie artist can break into the charts.  Lee also performs his heartfelt new track, “Love Like That”.

A CRS week special, Georgia born Jordan Rager (1/4 of the infamous 4WD) talks to us about growing up singing songs wherever they’d let him and how he manages his internal singer/songwriter balance.  Oh, and he might have some new tracks in the works, but what do we know…

Come home to Daniel Donato’s upbeat but laid back, “Sweet Tasting Tennessee”. Daniel builds the song from the riff up for Nicky T in this session.  Pick up this crucial summer road trip song March 22nd.

Ashley knows real, and apparently she can smell it. She’s had a huge year from opening for legends to a Grammy nomination, but to her high class is not setting up her own pedal board. From favorite whiskeys to songs that make you pull over, our time with Ashley just confirms who we thought she […]

Cold, Late, Pantless…sometimes you gotta do what it takes for your art. Chelsie Love’s passion for her craft is apparent in this week’s podcast where she shares a round (or two) with Nicky T and Jackson Gardner.  Also do yourself a favor and check out her heartfelt new record, “Sad Cliches”.

Drummer? Producer? We just call him Grady. Grady Saxman has a technical ear, but recognizes the need for a feel good tune.  On this week’s episode he sits down with Nicky T and Jonny G to discuss his progression as a producer, the need for all types of input on records, and a few haunted […]

In this week’s episode, Royale reflects on growing up on stage, where she draws inspiration, and her experience working with Grady Saxman on her new project.

Faren Rachels meets Nicky T and Derek at their rental condo to discuss her roots, early days in Nashville and how she never lost sight on becoming an artist.

Nicky T and Jonny G get rowdy with Jeremy Noble post Easy Party in Nashville. Jeremy is a true redneck renaissance man. Part sound guy, part social butterfly and a whole lot of family connections in country music make the conversation fly by. Listen now to hear about Jeremy’s #1 single on WGAT’s N.A.N. Weekly […]

From mullets to mustaches and everything in between Jonny G and Nicky T talk their favorite follicals in the country music game.

Just say holiday special! We give you Scott Miller’s famous relationship advice he calls The 2 Rule. Take a listen and let us know what you think.

Nicky T and Jackson Gardner sit down at a (slightly freezing) Rinky Dinks to discuss their most memorable shows from 2018.

Nicky T and Chris Yow sit down with Davis Nix to talk about the process of producing his new record, the importance positivity between artists and how technical perfection doesn’t always translate to a perfect cut.

From Jergel’s in Warrendale, PA, the multi talented JD Groover talks being a Tour Manager for Jon Langston and creative director for Sea Gayle music. He provides insight on how Nashville keeps you competitive, and how working hard always puts you in good situations.

Nicky T and Claiborne Myers of Texas Local Live discuss who the saw break through from Nashville and the Texas scene in 2018.

From the Thirsty Cowboy in Medina, OH, Neil Mason tells the boys about what it’s like to go from drummer to manager (Badlands has got a great developing roster of talent), and (how could we forget) being one of the world renowned Cadillac Three.

Boy oh boy, where do we start. Dillon tells us about growing up in a country music family, working with hit makers at a young age, and finally “entering the circle” on this week’s podcast. By the way, if you haven’t listened to Dillon’s “Hell on an Angel” yet, you’re missing one of the best […]

Sam sits down with Nicky T at Jergel’s to discuss how his new deal at Average Joe’s is a perfect fit, leveraging social media as an artist and learning how to read crowds.

Meeting pre-gig at an Irish Pub in Chicago near the airport (you are going to be able to tell), Chris and Nicky T talk about music, being a songwriter’s songwriter, and how having the respect of your peers is one of a musician’s biggest goals.