On Episode 197 we're joined by rising country artist Eli Winders! Eli discusses his experiences in the music industry, love for country music, and some of his favorite artists. We also talk about our hometowns in North and New York and the influence of our upbringing on their music. The conversation touches on the excitement of touring and playing in different college towns, as well as dream venues and future goals in the industry. Eli also his time at music festivals, his favorite covers to play, and his love for golf and cooking. He also talks about his band members and the support he has received from Atlantic Records, including his upcoming EP! 

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On episode 196 we're joined by the members of Old Hickory: Dan Alley, Timothy Baker, and Andy Austin. The guys  discuss their recent performance at Scoreboards, their experiences playing with Luke Combs' band, and their lives as dads. The conversation also touches on their friendship and how they formed Old Hickory. They talk about their upcoming releases and we have a discussion about the current state of country music and where Old Hickory fits in. Old Hickory discusses their journey in finding their sound and their approach to blending traditional and modern country music! 

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Old Hickory (Guest): @oldhickorymusic | @timothybakermusic @danalley.music @andyaustinmusic

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 195 we're joined by Abbey Cone! Abbey discusses her experiences growing up in Texas and moving to Nashville at the young age of 16. She talks about the vibrant honky-tonk culture in Texas and the changes she has seen in the relationship between Texas and Nashville. Abby also shares her early experiences in songwriting and the impact of her family's support on her career. She reflects on the benefits of being an independent artist and the control it gives her over her music Abby also discusses her upcoming projects and collaborations, including her song 'I Hate Springsteen' featuring John Osborne of The Brothers Osborne. She also shares her love for YouTube and her fur babies! 

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Abbey Cone (Guest): @abbeycone

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 194, Matt sits down with rising country star Hudson Westbrook. Hudson shares his journey from working odd jobs in Texas and studying at Texas Tech to breaking into the Nashville music scene. He talks about his influences, the rapid rise of his music career with four songs released in just four months, and the role social media has played in his success. Hudson also opens up about the importance of staying grounded, keeping his original bandmates close, and balancing his music career with college studies. He reflects on his love for Texas, his passion for hunting, and his experiences growing up in Stephenville.

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Hudson Westbrook (Guest): @hudsonwestbrook

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Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 193 we're joined by one of our longtime buddies and supporters, the great 'Skinny' Matt McKinney! Matt was last on the pod back in the summer of 2020, just before his career really began to takeoff as a songwriter upon the release of 'Dicked Down in Dallas' and his publishing deal at Sony Nashville. We chat about the 'good ole days', our love of Mexican resturants, how much our lives have changed in 4 years time and some wild memories from touring together. Matt also shares on the growth he's seen from his close friends and peers, advice for young writers and what he enjoys most about doing what he loves! 

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Matt McKinney (Guest): @mattmckinneywrites

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

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Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 192 we have two guests, Matt Ramsey also known as the Cooker of Deliciousness and Brooks Black of Union County Wrestling! Matt and Brooks share how they met, the power of social media and the high school wrestling community! Matt also tells us about some of the wild experiences that have come from his social media accounts, dealing with hard ass critics, what some of his craziest creations have been and how thankful he is for the opportunites! Brooks and Burrill relive some memoires of working on Broadway doing security together and what life was like for them just before Covid! 

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Matt Ramsey (Guest): @cookerofdeliciousness

Brooks Black (Guest): @brooksblack285 | @union_county_wrestling1

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 191 we have a special LIVE podcast edition of Outside The Round from Day 2 of Tailgate N' Tallboys Michigan, a 2 day festival featuring Jelly Roll, Quinn XXCII, Jessie Murph, Warren Zeiders and more! On Day 2 we were joined by DJ Cliffy D, Alexandra Kay and USA Concerts' Wayne Klein and Austin Jones! Cliffy D shares the story of getting involved at TNT and how it has grown over the years! Alexandra Kay tells us about exciting things coming in her career and why she loves the freedom of being an idependent artist. Wayne and Austin give some background on USA Concerts, how the festival happens and constantly striving to improve and provide unforgettable experiences for fans, sponsors, and partners. 

For more on TNT, visit tailgatentallboys.com

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DJ Cliffy D (Guest): @djcliffyd

Alexandra Kay (Guest): @alexandrakaymusic

Wayne Klein & Austin Jones (Guests): @wklein11 | @jonesy523 | @usaconcerts

Tailgate N Tallboys (Event): @tailgatentallboys

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 190 we have a special LIVE podcast edition of Outside The Round from Day 1 of Tailgate N' Tallboys Michigan, a 2 day festival featuring Jelly Roll, Quinn XXCII, Jessie Murph, Warren Zeiders and more! On Day 1 we were joined by Jesse and Luke from Lakeview and our boy Mike Stoll! Mike talks about getting connected in the music industry and his experiences at various shows and festivals through tattoing. We also discuss the upcoming performances and their excitement for the weekend. Lakeview discusses their upcoming album, busy schedule, and gratitude for their success. They talk about their journey from Pittsburgh to Nashville and the acceptance they've received in the country and rock communities. They express their appreciation for platforms like Octane and Tailgate N' Tallboys for giving them a shot! 

For more on TNT, visit tailgatentallboys.com

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Mike Stoll (Guest): @mike_stoll

Lakeview (Guest): @lakeview | @lakeviewjesse | @lakeviewluke

Nicky T (Guest): @raisedrowdynickyt

Tailgate N Tallboys (Event): @tailgatentallboys

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 189, we're joined by one of our first guests that we ever had back in 2019, SJ McDonald! SJ has been a day 1 going back to the In The Round days! SJ and I discuss our friendship over the years, her journey as an artist and songwriter in town and her recent publishing deal with Major Bob Music! We also talk about our respective time in the 'trenches' down on Lower Broadway working in the bars, SJ playing regular cover gigs to pay the bills while I worked security and how the scene has changed down there overtime! SJ reflects on her growth as a writer, the evolution she has exprienced and the importance of surrounding yourself with good people to get to your own unique sound. We also share funny stories and memories from years of friendship! 

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SJ McDonald (Guest): @sjmcdonaldmusic

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 188 we're joined by the one and only Don Louis, a country artist from Texas! We discuss his journey in the industry and the challenges he has faced as a new artist. Don talks about the difference between rap and country music, how he found his unique style and his background in football including the discipline he learned from it. Don also reflects on his experience performing at the BET Awards and the impact he hopes to make in country music as a black artist with his upcoming album 'Liquor Talkin'. We also talk musical influences and the unique blend of country and soul in Don's music. Don also talks about dealing with haters and the importance of staying true to oneself.

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Don Louis (Guest): @officialdonlouis

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy