Texas to Tennessee with Soule Gravy

In this episode of the Texas to Tennessee podcast, James Otto shares his journey from military service to becoming a successful country music artist in Nashville. He discusses his early influences, the challenges he faced in the music industry, and the importance of perseverance in songwriting. James reflects on the impact of his hit songs, including 'In Color' and 'Just Got Started Lo...

In this episode of the Texas to Tennessee podcast, host Steph Maguire welcomes musician Jake Stringer for an engaging conversation about his artistic journey and the challenges of balancing creativity with the business side of music. They discuss the importance of finding joy in the creative process, the evolution of Jake's music, and the significance of small venues in nurturing emerging arti...

Casper McWade is an independent outlaw country singer-songwriter from Oklahoma, known for his raw, heartfelt music that blends traditional country elements with personal storytelling.  Born in Seminole, Oklahoma, he was raised by his grandparents in the nearby small town of Little, where he still resides, and was early influenced by gospel music from church.  McWade’s style often evokes the spir...

Located in downtown Laramie,  The Cowboy Saloon & Dance Hall  (commonly known as "The Cowboy") is a historic country-western bar and live music venue. Renowned as a cultural icon of Laramie nightlife, it is often called the city's "legendary good-time headquarters".Longtime locals Trevor and Trinity Thatcher purchased the bar in 2025 and have since conducted renovations...

Gatlin Johnson is a Texas-based country singer-songwriter known for a real country and Red Dirt sound. His career was notably sparked by a sold-out show at Billy Bob's Texas, which inspired him to pursue honest, original songwriting.  ​ Discography:  His notable releases include the  Only Shot EP , featuring tracks like "Only Shot," "Little Things," and "Fortune and Fame". In late 2025, he release...

Amanda Kate Ferris is a Texas-based country singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocals and a sound that blends traditional '90s country with modern flair. On this episode Amanda shares her unique journey in the music industry, starting from her early professional beginnings at 14, influenced by her mother, a singer-songwriter who toured with legends like Bob Hope and Dean Martin. The disc...

Tx2Tn Podcast Ep168 with Tyler Wilson with Warren's Backyard

Joey Green is an American singer-songwriter and musician from Texas, known for blending country, rock, and Americana styles in what he describes as “post-Americana.”  He gained recognition through his appearance on NBC’s The Voice and has built a following with his energetic live performances that mix soulful country and rock elements. 

Tx2Tn Podcast Ep 166 with Wes Barlow

Lowland Revelry is a southern rock band based in Bastrop, Texas, known for blending elements of gritty country, heavy rock, Texas Red Dirt, blues, and punk. Formed by a group of young musicians, they perform high-energy shows across Texas and nearby states, appealing to diverse audiences from country fans to rock enthusiasts. They’ve released tracks like “Heartbreak Town,” “Bullet,” “They Don’t Kn...

Tx2Tn Podcast Ep163 with Colton Ryan

Mason Cole came on the podcast after his performance at North Springs Music Fest 2025. Mason is an up-and-coming country and Americana artist. From a young age, he developed a passion for country music, idolizing classic artists, and later immersed himself in the Americana and Red Dirt scenes, drawing inspiration from performers like Tyler Childers, Turnpike Troubadours, and Flatland Cavalry. He h...

Andrew Wooten came on the podcast while at North Springs Music Festival 2025 plus he played an original song called Drowning In Vain, which you can hear at the end of the pod. Andrew is an up-and-coming alternative country musician who blends elements of southern rock, traditional country, and Appalachian influences in his sound. A Marine Corps veteran, his music often draws from personal experien...

Chris Welch is a singer-songwriter and musician based in Jackson, Missouri. I was set to record a pod with at Jason Eady’s Way Down In Mississippi Festival but then I asked Jason if I could do the pod in one of the main rooms with an audience. Jason liked the idea so with limited equipment that I’d brought, we setup made it happen with a few mics, a speaker and a cell phone. Around 50 people came...

Cory Morrow is a prominent figure in the Texas country and Red Dirt music scene, known for his authentic, raw storytelling that draws from personal experiences and Texas culture. Over nearly three decades, he’s released independent albums selling over 200,000 copies, including notable works like Outside the Lines (2002) and his most recent, The Letting Go (2025), which explores themes of sobriety,...

Tx2Tn Podcast Ep158 with Ghosts of Hill County

Grayson Kepley, the host of The South Bound Show joined the pod to talk about pods, music, social media and more.

-Recorded at North Springs Music Festival 2025-Cody Ikerd and the Sidewinders are a high-energy outlaw country band from Indiana, blending classic country, southern rock, and bluegrass influences.

Erick Willis is a Texas-based singer-songwriter known for his blend of country, roots-rock, and soulful melodies, often drawing from personal experiences and his rural upbringing. Born and raised in Henrietta, Texas, Willis discovered his love for music early on, singing in church choirs with his grandmother starting at age five and participating in holiday specials. He credits his single mother f...

Wynn Williams is a Texas-born country music artist known for his traditional honky-tonk sound and roots in rodeo culture. Raised in Weatherford, Texas, he grew up immersed in cowboy life, competing in rodeo events like steer wrestling while developing a passion for music.  Williams began performing at around age 16, starting with school talent shows and progressing to local restaurants and bars....

Josh Smith, known professionally as Rev. J. Mikhael Smith, is a singer-songwriter based in Knoxville, Tennessee, and Denton, Texas. He has been writing songs and performing since 2014, primarily with his band Handsome and the Humbles. His music style is often described as “Garage-icana,” drawing comparisons to artists like Uncle Tupelo, Wilco, and American Aquarium.

Cass Jones came on the pod at North Springs Music Festival. We talk about his journey to sobriety and his new music.

The Low Water Bridge Band joined the pod to talk about their latest album Honky Tonk Process.

On this episode Jarrod Morris joined the pod to talk about his new album Day Money and grandmas.

Spooky Fox Music is a Kentucky-based singer-songwriter who performs as a one-man band. He fuses elements of folk, country, blues, and Americana in his music, often using a guitar, suitcase kick drum, and tambourine while incorporating colorful storytelling in his lyrics. Spooky is known for his charming wit and emotional style, with performances that include originals like “Rock and Roll” and cove...