Country singer-songwriter Janelle Arthur joins the Live and Amplified Podcast to talk about her journey from East Tennessee to Nashville, her time on American Idol, and how songwriting has remained the heart of her career.

Janelle shares stories about:

• Growing up in Pigeon Forge and performing hundreds of shows a year

• Moving to Nashville and witnessing the city’s massive growth

• How the TV show Nashville impacted the city’s explosion

• Performing on the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium

• Transitioning into acting and starring in feature films

• Balancing motherhood, creativity, and a sustainable music career

• Her new single “Who You Ask” and writing honest, deeply personal songs

This episode is a must-watch for independent artists, songwriters, and anyone curious about the realities of the music industry beyond the spotlight.

🎧 Listen to “Who You Ask” on Spotify and all major platforms
📲 Follow Janelle Arthur on social media for new music and updates

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Welcome to Episode 1 of the New Season of The Live and Amplified Original Series — a deep-dive performance and storytelling experience with today’s most exciting independent artists.In this episode, we sit down with Gracie Yates, a rising singer-songwriter from Old Town, Kentucky. Gracie takes us on a journey through life on the road, the moments that inspired her songwriting, and the people who shaped her musical path.Between stories, she performs powerful live versions of her original songs, including:🎵 Smoke Show🎵 Coyote🎵 70 in a 40🎵 One Hit WonderGracie shares behind-the-scenes road stories, how she went from a shy kid inspired by Hannah Montana to a fearless touring songwriter, and what’s next for her career in 2026.If you love discovering authentic new artists, raw storytelling, and intimate live sessions — you’re in the right place.👇 Follow Gracie Yates:Spotify / Apple Music: Search Gracie YatesInstagram / TikTok / Facebook: @GracieYates👇 Follow Live and Amplified:YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok@LiveNAmplified🎥 About the Series:The Live and Amplified Original Series highlights independent artists through in-depth interviews, storytelling, and beautifully captured live performances. Subscribe for new episodes!

Celebrate 10 incredible years of Live & Amplified with this special anniversary showcase! 🎉🎶For a decade we’ve been dedicated to uplifting independent artists, capturing unforgettable performances, and building a global community of music lovers. Tonight, we bring you a lineup of amazing musicians who helped shape our journey.📌 Featured Performers:– Cameron Smith –– Dzaki Sukarno –– Eryn Bent– CW Ayon– and many more from the Live & Amplified family!💥 Whether you’ve been with us since day one or you’re discovering us for the first time, this showcase is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the power of music to bring people together.👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE to support independent artists!🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss a performance, podcast, or music video critique.📍 Follow Live & Amplified on all platformsInstagram • Facebook • TikTok • Spotify • More

Join us on this episode of the IndieFusion Podcast as we chat with Randy Ragsdale, drummer of Cross Canadian Ragweed, about the band’s epic reunion, their first shows in 15 years, and what it’s like stepping back into the music world.

Randy shares stories about:

• The origins of Cross Canadian Ragweed in Yukon, Oklahoma

• Playing their first reunion show at Mile Zero Fest

• Balancing family, life, and music after years away

• Advice for up-and-coming musicians

• His favorite new music and inspirations

Whether you’re a longtime Ragweed fan or just love authentic stories from musicians, this episode is packed with insight, laughter, and the joy of music.

🎵 Follow Cross Canadian Ragweed:

• Instagram: @crosscanadianragweed

• Facebook: Cross Canadian Ragweed

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