Texas to Tennessee with Soule Gravy

Emily Woodhull sat down with me at North Springs Music Festival

Texas country with a soul core, family-band chemistry, and a live show built on harmonies, hot guitars, and songs that actually mean something. The Reed Brothers sit down to talk about the sound they're sharpening right now, the new album they're building, and why their best music comes from keeping enough room for the studio to surprise them. Keegan and Kyle Reed trace the band’s path from San Antonio roots and childhood nights at Cibolo Creek Country Club to the present-day version of the group, where recording, writing, and performing all feed each other. You’ll hear how thei...

Twin Fin: Building a Sound—and an Audience—of Their Own How do you grow a band when your music doesn’t fit neatly into one genre? Robbie Kelly of Twin Fin joins the Texas to Tennessee Podcast to talk about making surf-country, Americana, and reggae-inspired music in Hawaii—and finding fans far beyond the islands. Robbie shares how he builds songs on acoustic guitar, brings the band into the studio process, and creates a lively, crowd-focused show with unexpected covers and plenty of personality. He also reflects on the surreal feeling of selling out venues in cities where the band...

Kyle Garrett is turning “indie Texas country” into a real career, and the path is messier, funnier, and more strategic than most artists ever admit. He opens up about his new single, “High Livin’,” the radio push behind it, and its strong debut on the Texas Country Music Chart.Hosts Talbo and Soule Gravy get Kyle talking about the nuts and bolts of building a music career—from writing and recording with producer Tim Lightyear at Cosmic Mama to sending radio stations handwritten gifts and navigating the slow, awkward reality of booking his own shows. The Austin-based singer-songwriter has been steadil...

Silverada’s Mike and Omar join the Texas To Tennessee Podcast at Memphis’ historic Hernando’s Hideaway for an honest conversation about life as working musicians—the grind, the wins, the burnout, and what keeps them moving forward.

They talk about the different parts of a music career, from songwriting and performing to recording and handling the business behind the scenes. They share what it feels like to hear their songs unexpectedly on the radio, why some tracks become live favorites while others hold a special place in the studio, and how fans and fellow musicians make life on...

North Springs Music Festival with Gracie Yates and Brock Burton

Gracie Yates and Brock Burton talk about how they built their music careers from local shows into regional touring, all while staying grounded in songwriting, fan connection, and a strong online presence. They also share what makes North Springs feel less like a traditional festival and more like a family reunion, with artists, fans, and venues all mixed together.In this episode, they get into their musical roots, how TikTok helped them reach new listeners, and why original songs still matter most to them. They also discuss...

Texas country is built on grit, good songs, and the kind of band chemistry you can only fake for about five minutes. Logan Ellis proves why the real thing matters—from writing songs on long drives to learning how to front a band with help from the right people, the right criticism, and a whole lot of time on stage.Logan joins Soule Gravy and Caleb Michael for a laid-back, hilarious, and unexpectedly deep conversation about what it actually takes to make it in red dirt music.

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Caroline Grace opens up about the road from homeschooled bluegrass kid in western Oklahoma to rising country artist with a record deal and one of the biggest opportunities of her career. If you love story-driven country, honest songwriting, and the reality behind chasing music full time, this conversation is for you.Caroline shares how growing up in Elk City shaped her sound, why she left Oklahoma State early to pursue music, and how rodeo, cowboy church, and classic country continue to inspire what she writes. She also talks about the shift from performing with her sisters to standing alone...

Maddox Ross is only in his early 20's, but he is already writing, recording, and performing like someone who has lived a dozen music careers. In this conversation, the Choctaw, Oklahoma singer-songwriter breaks down the real path from small-town roots to Texas radio traction, big-stage moments, and a songwriting process built on instinct, discipline, and a whole lot of voice memos.He opens up about what it means to grow up in the red dirt world, why co-writing is a strength rather than a compromise, and how the right studio can change everything. Maddox also shares the practical side...

At just 19 years old, Jackson Malone is turning his bluegrass roots into a powerful grunge-inspired sound—and building a touring career from the ground up.

On this episode of *Texas to Tennessee*, Soule Gravy and Jon sit down with Jackson to talk about his journey from learning banjo and mandolin at 13 to creating alternative rock influenced by Alice in Chains, Nirvana, Silverchair, and Soundgarden. Jackson shares how supportive parents, experienced bandmates, and a willingness to learn the business helped him move from writing songs on his phone to si...

A hayfield festival in the middle of nowhere, a hobby horse rodeo, and one of the most stacked independent-country lineups of the year—North Springs is proving that the best music scenes are built, not bought.

Dustin Kennedy and Cowboy Chuck join Soule Gravy and Talbo to discuss the community, chaos, and curation behind North Springs Music Festival. Dustin explains how the event grew from a local songwriter series into a destination festival attracting fans from 27 states and multiple countries.

The conversation covers th...

Cole Stevens has the voice, the songs, and the hustle, but the real story is how he’s building a full-time music career from East Texas without waiting for permission. In this conversation, he breaks down the live-performance mindset, the songwriting reps that turned self-doubt into confidence, and the business instincts that are helping him turn momentum into a sustainable career.Cole shares how choir, church music, and late-night jam sessions in Nacogdoches shaped his path from college gigs to opening bigger rooms, why he treats playing as the “fun part” and everything else as the job, and what change...

This Texas to Tennessee episode features Isaac Sloan, frontman of Isaac Sloan and the Sound Brigade, a six-piece DFW band blending psychedelic soul, Americana, blues, and rock. The conversation focuses on how he got into music, why live performance feels like home, and how the band came together organically through a Facebook post and local Denton connections.A big theme is the grind of being an independent artist: booking shows, promoting gigs, building a fanbase, and balancing creativity with the business side. Isaac shares how his background in college baseball shaped his work ethic and how he still thinks...

Jason Eady just made the kind of record artists spend a lifetime chasing - one built around a sound, a place, and a handful of right-time-right-people moments. If you care about the Tulsa sound, the craft behind albums that feel alive, or the real stories behind independent music, this conversation is for you.Eady sits down with Talbo and Soule Gravy to unpack Tulsa Turnaround, his 11th album, and the almost two-year path from the first title track to the finished record. He talks about writing for the album instead of just collecting songs, trusting John Fullbright to produce...

Aiden Logsdon joins the Texas to Tennessee podcast to talk through his path from Canyon, Texas to Lubbock, the slow grind of building a music career, and why live performance is the center of everything he does. He also shares what he looks for in bandmates, how songwriting developed for him, and what it takes to win over a room as an opener.We discuss Aiden’s background, the local scenes that shaped him, and the work ethic behind touring, merchandising, and showmanship. Along the way, the episode covers band chemistry, co-writing, and the realities of booking, plus a fe...

Christian Walker shares his journey from singing privately in his room as a teen to building a music career in Houston. He talks about how his mom discovered his voice, how The Voice gave him an early confidence boost, and how performing live helped him shake the nerves. Before returning to music full-time, he spent years focused on flipping houses and running a construction company, which now informs how he approaches his music career with a more strategic, business-minded perspective.

Braxton Hamblen joins the Texas to Tennessee Podcast to talk about growing up in small-town Colorado, finding his voice as a performer, and the way rodeo and music overlap in his life. He also shares the story behind his upcoming single, Cactus Flower, plus how he connected with producer Ben Walagoski and fiddler Wes Barlow.We discuss Braxton’s writing process, stage comfort, early musical influences, and why he still gets nervous before bigger shows even though performance feels like home.Key topicsBraxton shares how Alt, Colorado shaped him, from growing up around rodeo to sneaking into music scenes as...

This episode is a fun, laid-back conversation with Texas country artist Josh Kennedy, where he shares his journey from choir kid to full-time performer, his love for songwriting, and what it’s like balancing music, family, and life on the road.

Dalton sits down with Soule Gravy and Talbo to unpack the grind behind the music, the moment he realized people were actually listening, and why performance is the reward that makes all the work worth it. If you’re an artist, creator, or anyone trying to turn raw talent into something people care about, this one hits home fast.

On this episode Josh Mitcham joins the pod for round 2 but this time we have special guest co-host Ritch Henderson.

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Josh shares his early start making music with tape decks and Casio keyboards at age 10

Agricultural teacher to musician, highlighting his band Jericho Woods.

The inspiration behind his new record: stripping down and reimagining songs with producers Brett and Rich.

The significance of recording in the physical space of the Randall Barn and its impact on the sound and atmosphere.

The challenge and beauty of...

In this episode, Luke LaPrade shares his story of growing up in a small Texas town, discovering his passion for music, and navigating the evolving landscape of the country and rock hybrid scene. Tune in to learn about his creative process, songwriting inspirations, and upcoming album plans.Key points-Luke’s humble beginnings in Fruitvale, Texas, and early musical influences from both rock and country genres

-The story behind his song "Songbird," written with Dr. Rich Segerman, and its emotional significance

-His approach to writing music spontaneously, driven by a muse, with songs typically taking 15 to 30 mi...

Join us for an engaging conversation with singer-songwriter Cameron Allbright as he shares his journey from childhood in Texas to the stage and studio. Discover the influences, experiences, and stories behind his music, and get a glimpse into his upcoming projects and performances.

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This episode of the Texas To Tennessee Podcast features Canadian artist Marcus Trummer, whose music blends blues, soul, Americana, and rock into a sound rooted in performance and authenticity. Marcus shares how growing up in Calgary, performing at the Calgary Stampede, and spending time in local blues venues shaped his path as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He talks about the early influences that led him to blues and soul, the challenge and excitement of touring across Canada, the U.S., and Europe, and how his latest work reflects a stronger sense of identity and artistic confidence. The conversation...

On this episode, Patrick from CountryVsMetal and Soule talk to Bill Corbin at Mile 0 Fest 2026 in Key West, Florida. Bill has been one the coolest friends of the pod. From being a guest in the early days of this pod to joining as a co-host, he's always been the best. Bill Corbin is one of the staples in the Texas Country/Alt Country worlds.A guy your favorite bands know and respect. He held the low end down for American Aquarium for 10 plus years and since then he's played with many artists including most recently Micky & The Motorcars.

This episode is an in person conversation with Jeff “Bearcat” Bunch at Hernando's Hideaway in Memphis, Tn. We cover about how he went from working behind the scenes in music to stepping out as a self-funded, self-produced artist. He talks about paying dues, playing with friends, building his sound, and staying independent while booking his own shows and planning an acoustic EP.

On this episode of the Texas to Tennessee Podcast, we sit down with rising artist Tristan Roberson for a fun, wide-ranging conversation about what it really takes to build a music career from the ground up. Tristan shares how he first picked up guitar as a kid, found his voice through social media, and turned daily posting into real momentum, touring opportunities, and a growing fanbase.

We dig into the three big pillars of a music career — performance, songwriting, and recording — and Tristan opens up about why the stage feels like home, how co-writing helps him sharpen idea...

Eli Howard is a singer-songwriter from Molalla, Oregon, known for his heartfelt storytelling and electrifying performances. He’s dedicated to his craft and deeply committed to creating honest music that connects deeply with his audience.Most artists chase fame, but Eli Howard’s story proves true success comes from authenticity and pedal-to-the-metal passion. From a small town in Oregon to touring the U.S., Eli shares how writing songs became his way of exploring the world—42 states and counting—without losing his roots. His journey is full of raw honesty, from the frustration of the music business to the pure joy...

Hayden Redwine joins Texas to Tennessee to share the story behind his journey from Colorado City, Texas, where rodeo, ranching, and oil field work shaped his early life, to becoming a full-time songwriter and performer. He talks about discovering songwriting as his true home, learning guitar by watching 80s rock videos, and finding his voice during the pandemic and through personal loss. The conversation also covers his new collaborative project Moon Howlers with Ross Cooper and Zach McGinn, the similarities between rodeo and touring life, his memorable trip to the Netherlands where fans sang his songs back to him...

In this episode of Texas to Tennessee, the hosts sit down with Justin Slinkard for a fun, music-heavy conversation that traces his path from growing up on classic country and red dirt music to becoming a songwriter and performer in the Fort Worth scene. Justin shares how rodeos, old cassette tapes, and artists like Pat Green, Ragweed, Dwight Yoakam, and Radney Foster shaped his taste, and how he eventually found his way into writing and performing his own songs.The conversation digs into Justin’s creative process, including how he writes when inspiration hits, why he prefers physical legal pa...

This episode features Jarrett Forrester, a country/Americana singer-songwriter from Greenville, South Carolina, talking about his music career, life on the road, and how he built things by working hard and booking his own shows.He shares how he got started, why performing comes naturally to him, how he approaches songwriting, and what it takes to keep a music career moving. The conversation also includes some fun trivia, quick questions, and talk about his favorite songs, influences, and upcoming shows.

This episode is a conversation with Texas singer-songwriter Ashton Nailer about how he got into music, what shaped his sound, and how he’s building his career the hard way: through live shows, co-writes, and constant gigging. He talks about starting music later than some, leaning into performance as his strongest lane, and learning by playing covers, writing songs, and getting comfortable being on stage. The hosts also dig into his Texas roots with a fun “Why are they famous?” segment centered on San Marcos, which leads into a wider talk about Texas music culture and the people who shape...

Jive Mother Mary is the kind of band that sounds like they’ve spent years in smoky bars, busted-up vans, and long drives between towns, and they’ve come out the other side still swinging. Mason Keck talks about the band’s 20-year run, starting when he was a teenager, and how they’ve stayed together by keeping the right mix of good songs, good hangs, and a real love for what they do.Their sound is a mashup of southern rock, blues, country, funk, and classic rock—think guitar harmonies, big riffs, and melodies you can actually remember. Mason says...

This episode is a straight-up working-man’s story about chasing a dream, getting knocked around a few times, and still showing up with your boots on.Curtis Grimes talks about going from baseball pitcher to country singer, grinding through Texas gigs, getting a break on The Voice, and later playing the Grand Ole Opry. The heart of it is simple: he’s built a life by hustling, staying grounded, and writing songs that actually mean something to real people.

On this episode we have Carley of Hotel Turkey and special guest cohost Bill Corbin.

Hotel Turkey ain’t just a venue — it’s the kind of place where real music still matters. A tiny town in the middle of nowhere turned into a hangout for songwriters, working musicians, and folks who actually care about the craft. Carly and the crew built it around respect, good food, good steaks, and a no-BS love for live music. Artists don’t just show up, play, and leave — they come there to breathe, write, drink a beer, and feel like family.

Episode: Exploring Kentucky Roots, Music Journey, and Artistic Collaboration with Eric BolanderIn this episode, Eric Bolander shares his captivating journey from growing up in eastern Kentucky to becoming a talented singer-songwriter and visual artist. We dive into his influences, songwriting process, and the synergy between his music and visual art, offering valuable insights for independent musicians and creators alike.Main Topics Covered:

In this episode, Steph Maguire chats with Zac Chastain, an independent artist from Georgia. They dive into the challenges and joys of being a musician, from songwriting and performing to the struggles of marketing and recording. Zac shares his journey from being in a band to going solo, emphasizing the importance of finding the right sound and team. They discuss the evolving music industry, the role of social media, and the balance between talent and work ethic. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, reflections on the music scene, and a shared love for live performances.

In this episode of the Texas to Tennessee podcast, the hosts dive into a lively conversation with Claire Hinkle, a musician from Fort Worth, Texas. Claire shares her journey from performing with her blues musician father to fronting a rock band and eventually finding her voice in Americana storytelling. The episode highlights her experiences recording with Shooter Jennings and performing at notable events like South by Southwest. Claire discusses the challenges and joys of songwriting, the influence of her creative and business-minded parents, and her aspirations to play at iconic venues like Billy Bob's. The conversation is filled with...

Noah Bowman is a rising singer-songwriter originating from Lone Grove in Southern Oklahoma, heavily rooted in the deep traditions of Red Dirt music. His signature style seamlessly blends elements of gritty Southern rock and authentic country music, defined by raw storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, and an energetic live performance.

Bowman’s songs are highly regarded for their emotional resonance, navigating themes of life on the road, blue-collar roots, and personal growth. He gained prominent regional traction through staple tracks like "The Lariat" and "Songs That The Birds Sing". He frequently tours across the regional festival an...

On this episode Patrick of CountryVsMetal and Soule caught up with Emily Hollingshed at Mile Zero Fest 2026.

In this episode of the Texas to Tennessee podcast, the hosts chat with Alisha Marie, a musician who moved from California to Oklahoma to pursue her music dreams. Alisha shares her journey from growing up with a dad who was an Elvis impersonator to finding her own voice in the Red Dirt music scene. She talks about the challenges of recording music on a budget, the importance of live performances, and the emotional impact her songs have on listeners. The conversation is filled with stories of personal growth, the power of music to connect with people, and the joy...