b4Nashville

Tyler Deaver was born and raised in Viroqua, Wisconsin. This is a small rural

community in the beautiful Driftless Region. Most of Tyler’s childhood was spent

hunting and fishing on either of his family farms. Over the years these hobbies

turned into obsession. Since his teenage years, the outdoors have been a way of

life.

Getting her first guitar from her Dad and Step-mom the Christmas after her senior year, opened up a whole new world of song writing for Bree Morgan. Bree played her first full song on the guitar for her dad June 15th, 2013, and will remember her fathers face and tears as one of the many things that will push her for her dreams.

For most artists trying to break in the entertainment industry, authenticity is the ultimate goal. While many artists search for a certain image or brand, rarely an artist will come along who seemingly doesn’t have to try to create this, he just is. Nick Hickman is such an artist. A modern country act hailing from Knoxville, TN, this now-Nashville-based singer-songwriter doesn’t try to mimic anything out there, and instead delivers a high-energy, genuine performance tempering a passionate show with heartfelt and genuine lyrics that are insanely catchy and singable. “What you see is what you get,” Hickman says. “I do not edit myself, I do not censor myself. I am just me.” It is exactly this unapologetic and real personality that draws so many to Nick’s music.

In this episode I talk to up and coming sister duo Presley & Taylor.  I re-connected with the duo after seeing them several years ago and just watching their growth personally and professionally has been a joy.  We talk about how it is to be a female duo in Country music today and how they got started.  Their relationship with mentor and Country star, Pam Tillis.  Listen to them on all streaming platforms.

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In this episode, I talk with Kirstie Kraus.  Her latest single Thirsty is amazing and her writing is off the charts.  She just let's her music do the talking and what a great interview.  We talked about her early years, getting into Country Music, co-hosting another music related podcast, and more.  Give her a listen on all streaming platforms.  

@kristiekraus

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Kicking off Season 2 of b4Nashville.  What happens when you take a real estate agent with a lot of energy, put him in front of camera for a docuseries, and give him a studio to record his own music.  You get Dave Herrera.  Dave and I talked about his career choice as a real estate agent, how he got into music, his dreams of becoming the next big thing, his docuseries "Welcome to the Shit Show, Groupies wanted" which can be watched on YouTube, his first time visiting Nashville and the song he wrote about it.  If you have never been to Nashville, this song will make you want to go.  You can find it on all streaming services. Make sure to subscribe to b4Nashville so you can get the latest episodes at your finger tips

IG:  @daveherreralive

FB:  facebook.com/DaveHerreraMusic

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At 17, up and coming Country artist, Kylie Trout, has had her share of heart ache.  She and I discuss family relationships, school dances, her video and her single, "Extra".  Make sure to follow Kylie on social media and check out her music on all streaming platforms.  Catch the podcast where ever you get your faves from.  

@kylietrout

kylietrout.com

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They go through life together, one looking up to the other, then they become business partners in a sense.  A father and son are often a great combination.  I spoke with Alan and Chris Kave, a father and son duo that call themselves, FolksLikeThem.  Their music is a relaxing and fantastic blend of Country, Bluegrass, Americana and Rock.  We talked about the beginning, the father teaching his son, the songs they write together, and a few funny moments in their lives.  We feature their song "Fog on the Mountain" and talk about what it means to them.  Follow their music on all streaming platforms, follow their journey on all social media and become a fan of their great music.

folkslikethem.com

@FolksLikeThem

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In the latest episode, I talk with rising country artist, Lyssa Coulter.  We talked about moving to Nashville, her music, her artist development company, Cloud 9 development, and Freedom Jam 2021.  She will be one of the artists performing at this great event.  Be sure to follow her on all social media and listen to her music on all streaming platforms.  

lyssacoulter.com  

cloud9development.com

IG:  @lyssacoulter

IG:  @cloud9development

IG:  @FreedomJamStl

Get tickets for Freedom Jam at Eventbrite.com

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