The Co-Write

Greetings  folks!   On this episode of The Co-Write we discuss Bobby's recent travels through Europe, and share our opinions of London and Paris.     We backfill the pod with some recent music news from She Who Shall Not Be Named, Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen, and Jesus refusing to turn water into Sangria Wine.    Download, Subscribe & Enjoy!    thecowrite@gmail.com    

This week the Co-Write is back with a review of Jub Jam 12.  Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is set to become the highest grossing tour of all time, with some estimates saying it could gross over $1 Billion.  What does that mean for her?   The Co-Write has some news about the future, and adding some fun new programming to the show.    Download, Subscribe & Enjoy! 

Congratulations!  You get to listen to the 117th episode of the The Co-Write!  What a win for you.     On this episode we recap our predictions for who would make the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2023.  (Didn't go well for Bob)    We take a listen to some new music from Ben Danaher, one of our favorites at The Co-Write.   We took a trip down to Austin last week to see Ryan Adams and the Car...

On this episode of The Co-Write, we remember the life of the great Keith Gattis who tragically lost his life in an accident.  He was a huge part of the Texas music scene, and had a hand in many of the more iconic songs and albums produced here.     Later, we talk about the HBO Music Box documentray, "Running With Our Eyes Closed", which covers the making of the 2020 album, "Reunions", by Jason Isb...

Congratulations everyone!  You've made it to episode 115 of The Co-Write Podcast.  This week we say happy birthday to "Maybe This Time" which was released one year ago to the day of this recording.  Taylor Swift was in Dallas for three nights which got us thinking, what is up with ticket prices these days?  We revist an old segment where we look at the Texas Regional Radio Report vs the Texas Musi...

On this episode of The Co-Write we catch up on an annual look at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  Ryan Adams and the Cardinals (Sorta) are set to make their return to touring this summer.  We break it all down.    Gross Beer (Off the Top)  Rip David Lindley (5:06) R&R HoF Nominees 2023 (6:45)  RA & the Cardinals (38:50)    Downloand, Subscribe & Enjoy! 

On this episode of The Co-Write we expected to get a lot accomplished, but were instead sucked into the vortex of great Radney Foster songs. We break down our top 5 Radney Foster Songs.    F Around (Off the Top) Radney Foster Top 5   We did not have time to get to the other things on this episode, so stay tuned!!    Downloand, Subscribe & Enjoy! 

On tis episode of The Co-Write, the boys review the Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band concert in Dallas, TX 2/10/23! 

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On this episode of the fabulous Co-Write, we pay tribute to a very important member of the Fort Worth music community, Brad Hines.  Brad passed away suddenly on December 30th, and he will be deeply missed.     Then, we break into the Co-Write audio vault to relive a review of an album that was never posted on an episode.  A lost tape, if you will, that ties into our last podcast.  I think you'll e...

Merry Christnas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, Whatever ...   On this final episode of 2022, we dive into the controverst of Rich O'Toole claiming Zach Bryan stole something that Rich seems to have stolen from Taylor Dayne.     Donovan submits his intention to unsheath the sword moving forward.    Thanksgiving hates Christmas.    Many, many belly laughs.     A special thanks to Finn MacCool's Pu...

Not much else to say about this one other than enjoy!  Download, Subscribe & Enjoy!   

On this episode of The Co-Write  REK Final Show at Billy Bob's Texas - 3:00 Bobby Read Dave Grohl's Autobiography - 18:00 Rolling Stone's Top Country Albums of All Time - 40:50  Internet MEME fun - 47:40  Download, Subscribe & Enjoy!  

On this episode of The Co-Write, Donovan and Bobby recap another great night at Jub Jam 11.  They Listen to new music from Co-Write alum Wade Bowen.  They make a surprise phone call while perusing the concert calendar. Download Subscribe & Enjoy!  

WE ARE BACK!  Yet again.  And, this time we mean it.   Recommitment to the pod - Off the top  Bobby attends a bucket list concert - 5:13 Bruce Springsteen announces a world tour and steps in it - 31:23 Bobby guesses this year's #1 songs in Texas - 42:10 Download, Subscribe & Enjoy! 

On this Episode of The Co-Write we are joined by the great Chris Watson.  Chris was a co-produce on Maybe This Time, and held the reins for most of the studio production.     We break down what it's like to make an album, and talk about some of Chris's favorite parts on the new record!    Download, Subscirbe & Enjoy! 

For the first time in this podcasts histroy, Donovan and Bobby have a new album coming out!!  We are honored to premier this newest collection of songs for our loyal podcast listeners.    Part one features the first half of the album. We share stories of the songs origin and what story it tells about our lives.     Songs featured on this episode ...    Something to Lose  Everything Just Might Be A...

For the first time in this podcasts histroy, Donovan and Bobby have a new album coming out!!  We are honored to premier this newest collection of songs for our loyal podcast listeners.    Part one features the first half of the album. We share stories of the songs origin and what story it tells about our lives.     Songs featured on this episode ...    Close Enought to Break Your Heart  Love All A...

We are back with some old favorites quick hit style!  Grammy Nominees - (Off the Top)  Rock and Roll HOF -(26:30)  Oscars - (40:30)  Download, Subscribe & Enjoy!

WE ARE BACK!!     Why has it taken so long - (Off the top)    Happy 20th, Galleywinter - (9:00)   REK plans retirement / Turnpike makes a comeback - (21:00)   Turnpike Ticket Fiasco - (53:21)   Bruce gets rich(er) - (1:01:45)   Download, Subscribe & Enjoy! 

Happy 100th episode of The Co-Write!   We are back with a podcast that needs little introduction. This week we compile a list of our top 15 favorite songs in Texas music.   This list is comprised of songs released after the year 1995.   An era we refer to as the post Pat era of Texas music.   Joining us this week is the host emeritus of The Co-Write, the great Brad Beheler.   We couldn't have done...

To begin any career at the age of 12 is no small feat.   To choose music as that career from such an early age makes it even more daunting.   Matt Hillyer did just that.   Diving headfirst into a career than now spans three over three decades, Matt has proven how the early recognition of what he was supposed to do with his life, coupled a relentless determination to see the years of work rewarded,...

We have an all new episode of The Co-Write this week featuring Josh Crutchmer.   Josh is the author of the new book, "Red Dirt:   Roots Music Born in Oklahoma, Raised in Texas, and At Home Anywhere."   Donovan and I were lucky enough o receive an advanced copy of the book and we both really enjoyed it.   It goes into great detail about the beginning of Oklahoma's Red Dirt music scene and includes...

Today   we welcome Mike McClure to The Co-Write! McClure is on every short list of the best songwriters around. He has well over 10 records to his credit as an artist and scores of others at the helm as producer for groups like Cross Canadian Ragweed, Turnpike Troubadours, Whiskey Myers among many others.   Any history book written about the Red Dirt and Texas Music scene would undoubtedly have a...

It's a special Co-Write/New Slang mashup this week!   We were fortunate enough to sit down last with with Thomas Mooney, the host of the popular podcast New Slang.   We handle the hosting duties here on part one, and once your finished scoot over to New Slang for part two.     We start off with a general interview with Tom, but at the end of the episode we begin a fantasy draft where each of us pi...