In this episode of The Indie Fusion Podcast, we sit down with rising country artist Elle Townley to discuss her musical journey, from her early performances to her upcoming single . ” Based out of Georgetown, TX, Elle shares her thoughts on the Texas vs. Nashville music scenes, how she balances school with a growing music career, and why songwriting has become her therapy. We also chat about her live shows, musical inspirations like Miranda Lambert and Hardy, and the importance of staying authentic in the country music industry.

Whether you're a country fan or an aspiring artist, this episode is packed with heartfelt insight and industry wisdom. Don’t miss it!

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From Hunting Land to Heartbreak: Emmy Lou’s Wild Ride in Country Music! 

🎸 East Texas singer-songwriter Emmy Lou joins Live & Amplified to share her journey from writing songs in secret to performing on stage! From her viral "Hunting Land" joke-turned-hit to her love for 90s country vinyl, Emmy spills the tea on her music, teaching life, and that elusive cowboy Christmas song! 🎄🤠

🔥 Highlights:

• The real story behind "Hunting Land" (it started as a joke!)

• Why she almost didn’t release her music

• Her dream of touring Texas with a full band

• The Dr Pepper obsession you didn’t see coming

🎶 Follow Emmy Lou:
Instagram: @emmylou.music | Facebook: Emmy Lou

📌 Recorded in Waco, TX

#CountryMusic #TexasArtist #SingerSongwriter #LiveAndAmplified #HuntingLand

🔥 Tom and Jeff from Live & Amplified dive into the brutal Texas heat, epic live show struggles, and wild stories from UFO Fest in Roswell! From last-minute cancellations to hidden talents, they spill the tea on the music scene, recycling rants, and their *10-year anniversary show* plans. Will they pull off the ultimate comeback? Tune in now!

🎙️ Follow Live & Amplified: @liveandamplified
📍 Recorded in Waco, TX

#LiveAndAmplified #MusicPodcast #TexasHeat #UFOFest #MusicianLife

Savannah Strand |

Stockholm’s Savannah Strand isn’t waiting for permission to make music. By day, she drives trains. By night, she’s crafting addictive pop bangers infused with her Guyanese roots and Swedish flair.

Her latest single, "Who You Got," is just the beginning—raw, sassy, and unapologetically her. With a debut live show on the horizon and more genre-blending tracks in the vault, Savannah’s proving that passion (and a relentless work ethic) can take you anywhere.

🔗 Follow Savannah Strand for new music drops and behind-the-scenes chaos.

#PopMusic #Afrobeats #SwedishPop #EmergingArtist #WomenInMusic

D’Lee’s journey into music wasn’t planned—it found her. After raising her kids and living a "normal" life, a random DM led her to a cover band, sparking a fire she didn’t know she still had. Now, she’s writing raw, emotional country songs, recording in Nashville, and proving it’s never too late to follow your passion.

🎶 Featured Tracks:

• "Everything Is Fine" (Out Now)

• "Evel Knievel" (Coming June 6)

🔗 Follow D’Lee on Spotify and stay tuned for her upcoming album "55"—a heartfelt collection of stories about life, loss, and second chances.

📸 Connect: @DillyDillyOfficial

#CountryMusic #IndieFusion #NewMusicAlert #AuthenticStorytelling

Chandler Marie | "I Don’t Chase Whiskey, Why Would I Chase Men?"

Nashville-based artist Chandler Marie opens up about her journey from teaching to music, overcoming stage fright, and the raw inspiration behind her new single "Chase You." She shares how a moment of self-realization led to the song’s fiery lyrics, her leap of faith into full-time music, and why she’ll never let fear hold her back.

🎶 Listen to "Chase You" and more from Chandler Marie now!

Follow Chandler Marie:
Instagram | TikTok | YouTube @ChandlerMarieMusic
Stream her music everywhere!

Florida-born, Nashville-bound country artist Ry Rivers joins the Indie Fusion Podcast to discuss his upcoming single "Kiss a Cowboy" – the song that changed everything. From his early days in Florida’s music scene to finding his sound in country music, Ry shares his journey, creative influences, and why he’s all in on his new Nashville chapter.

🎶 "Kiss a Cowboy" – Out May 30th🎥 Music Video – June 11th

🔗 Follow Ry Rivers:https://linktr.ee/ryofficial_?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf0VHKyVne4cWHk6zp6nTDe_fK9X1aMxeYRBfUHsWWz8b31Hkm-Lk4YxFpheA_aem_LlmJw5YZrfnxLgJ8rOqAyg

Stream the full episode now! 🎙️🔥

#RyRivers #CountryMusic #Songwriter #NewRelease #NashvilleVibes

In this heartfelt episode of the Indie Fusion Podcast, Jennifer Alvarado opens up about her latest EP, Lately—a raw exploration of mental health, self-worth, and faith. She discusses the vulnerability behind songs like Dear (a reflection on disordered eating) and Jesus in a Bar (a testament to hope).

Jennifer also shares:

Why she switched producers for this project

The emotional weight of writing about ongoing struggles

How her husband keeps her grounded in the creative process

Her goals for 2024, including co-writing and festival gigs

Follow Jennifer:

📱 @JenniferAlvaradoMusic

🌐 JenniferAlvarado.com

Stream Lately now and join the conversation on mental health awareness in music.

#JenniferAlvarado #IndieMusic #MentalHealthAwareness #FaithInMusic

Indie country artist Maddie Riccardo sits down to discuss her latest single "Barstool," a witty take on Nashville’s chaotic dating scene. Hailing from Scranton but now rooted in Music City, Maddie blends soulful vocals with storytelling lyricism, aiming to be "the Adele of country." She opens up about recording in LA, her songwriting process, and the grind of being an independent artist.

🔸 New music every 6-8 weeks! Follow Maddie to stay updated.
🔸 Connect: @MattyRiccardoMusic on Instagram & TikTok

"If you're not doing music for yourself, then who are you doing it for?" – Maddie Riccardo

#MaddieRiccardo #Barstool #CountryMusic #IndieArtist #NewMusicAlert

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