Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

Dani Reed came into the studio and shared her journey from Oklahoma to Texas ( where she now calls home!) And what a powerhouse voice. When she’s not playing solo gigs she’s penned as Dani and the Rejects. Ck out her schedule and do your soul some good by seeing her live. Danireedmusic.com She graced us with an acoustic live too. Originally aired 07/20/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Stoney Musgrove is my guest this week- and he’s also playing a singer / songwriter show with us Sunday September 7th The GAR HOLE in Westminster Texas. Listen and find out what makes him SO special. Originally aired 07/13/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Jake Ryan ,the winner of the KHYI 95.3 The Range (OFFICIAL)'s Battle of the Balladeers, was my guest this week on Texas Homegrown Music and you will become familiar with him ( if you’re not already) if you love a traditional country voice and a hook you can’t stop singing. He’s a gifted songsmith im looking forward to YOU hearing. Originally aired 07/06/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX...

Caleb Sam Brown Music - this weeks interview another stellar singer songwriter featuring new music dropped this year from his ep Personal Rock Bottom and there’s even a sweet cut with Cela Harper. Originally aired 06/29/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Tanner Legg & The Heaters — This weeks guest has been dropping songs and playing gigs for only a few years, however you should put them on your radar. It’s a Texas original and they’ll definitely make their way on many of your playlists. Check out this song “white trash waterfall” You’ll see why his writings hit home with so many red dirt enthusiasts. Originally aired 06/22/2025 on 95.3 FM KHY...

Texas based Luke Herbert has new music out and he came by the studio to share his music journey. His self made , self produced sound is impressive. The immense talent pool we have right here in North Texas is amazing. I’ll never run out of great musicians to feature here Originally aired 06/15/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

You know one of my favorite things about my show is to bring you artists that maybe you haven’t heard of but you WILL- because this dude‘s got it going onWhat’s more important to me is he’s writing and playing music that speaks to your heart. You’re take away is someone who has been through some trials and found a way to make life worth livin’. I really think you’ll get something out of this inter...

So excited to have Stan Lynch and JCD on our show this week as their album drops so many dynamic tracksListen in on the revolution of these two powerhouse musicians and how this explosion of sound began. If you listen close you might even recognize another voice on some backgrounds. It’s an American rock that collides Stans Petty beats with Jons Springsteen energy and the all star musicians that r...

Hayden stopped by the studio and we chatted for this weeks show. We’ll be featuring songs he’s newest cut single “ keep me up”. I must say one of my favs he’s done is “ Rolling Stone”. His voice is so easy on the ears and good for the soul. Originally aired 05/25/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Check out my guest Big Joe Walker who will be on some big bills this summer and even some cruise and European tours so check him out.   He'll be at Love &War in Plano on Saturday May 24th.  What a BIG voice , and presence he has. His smile won me over instantly as did his sweet demeaner. Listen Sunday & Wednesday on KHYI 95.3 The Range (OFFICIAL) at 8 pm and share the podcast with your mus...

This weeks guest is the talented singer songwriter Kensie Coppin. She has written songs that others are making hits from, however this week listen to the music tell HER story . She was open and honest about the struggles and joys of playing music full time. Originally aired 05/11/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Jack Barksdale inspires me about the next generations of music made , and especially here in Texas. A 17 yr. old folk/Americana singer/songwriter Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, John Fullbright, and Hayes . He’s definitely an “old soul” that paints his way into your mind with his prolific...

So happy to have Zac on the show this week. He was in the studio and and broke into a sweet song he wrote for his son called MUD. His music moves you both physically and emotionally. If you haven’t discovered him yet, you will thank me for it I’m certain. For all you fans already, take a listen to what makes him an example of how he is so HUMANKIND Originally aired 04/27/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the R...

Ben Coleman is my guest this week- what a kind soul- talented artist and songwriter. Check out his single “Rainy Days” perfect for April showers. Originally aired 04/20/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

JD Hinton , actor, composer , radio host and all around cool dude is my guest this week. From Waco Texas to the California Coast - he’s got the stories that make for a great campfire scene and party couch. His latest “Don’t dig my grave yet” had me thinking if Ray Wylie Hubbard & Chris Rea had a son this would be the sound … and I LOVE them all. It’s a treasured reminder to keep looking ahead...

My guest James Cook Music is off and running on his Texican Velvet Tour , so he stopped by to share his upcoming music dropping Friday April 11th. Then check out his tour and for you DFW fans he’ll be at Love and War in Texas-Plano Authentic Site on April 19th. Don’t miss this soulful artist who mixes Country, Blues , soul and rock for his own unique sound . Great songwriter too Originally aired 0...

This gal has got the goods! #CelaHarper a singer songwriter and finalist on Battle of the Balladeers! Originally aired 03/30/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Jessee Lee Music my guest this week shares her inspiration and talent with us. She’s got a voice you won’t forget with nuances that fill the gap from R&B to country. Check out this show and her single “ Dive Bar SuperStar” and be sure to catch a live show jesseeleemusic.com Originally aired 03/23/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

This week’s guest will take you on a music journey with her new release of 12 crafted songs about life that will surely pierce your soul. “ Maybe New Mexico” the title track speaks to me so personally since I have been traveling there for years to embrace a more laid back lifestyle and peaceful surroundings. Helene Cronin Music covers every day situations and puts YOU in their shoes. Her very pers...

Timber Wilde is our guests this week , hailing from New Braunfels , (which has become a Mecca of Texas musicians ) they got together with Bri Bagwell for a newly released duet that will have you crooning along “ Ain’t that Love” and they just released their new single “Bones” that is reminiscent of the easy rock n soul days of your youth. And bonus- some stellar guitar work. These guys have a rock...

What a powerhouse singer this gal is! Check out her new single “I Am Woman” and don’t miss this weeks interview as she shares her journey through the years and joys of love lost and love found and all the music she wrote as therapy along the way. She even sings a new song not recorded yet that had me in tears. What a gift to Texas and all you music lovers. Originally aired 03/02/2025 on 95.3 FM KH...

Ok- I have the most incredible honor of getting to interview these stellar talents that identify with “Texas” music and Bubba Westly has upped my game. Not only is he a talented singer songwriter, but his transparency of his transformation these past years has given him insight to helping others who have struggled and he and his beautiful wife walk out the path embracing others to join them. Don’t...

Christopher Wright is my guest this week talking about his new record releasing. What a beautiful journey he’s been on since we first met over 4 years ago. We laughed and even teared up a bit remembering the moments that really matter in our lives. He is so sweetly transparent and it resonates through his writing. You’re gonna LOVE this one so don’t miss it. Originally aired 02/16/2025 on 95.3 FM...

Our very own North Texas gem Ashley Ewing is my guest this week as we feature songs from her brand new EP. She even played beautiful acoustic song in the studio for us too. I love these opportunities to feature such amazing talent. Originally aired 02/09/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

I love sharing the journey of these phenomenal Texas artists with you. This is no exception- Pug Johnson has a new record dropping in March and we will play some cuts and talk about the new romance that sparked his beautiful ballad “Believer”Ck out the music video too Originally aired 02/02/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.