Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill

On Episode 169 we're joined by longtime friend and fellow podcaster, Markus Koger who hosts The Smoking Section Podcast, Country Line TV and works as the Entertainment Manager at 6th and Peabody in Nashville! In this conversation, we share our experiences in Nashville and the music industry, our early days in the city, the 1st connections we made, and the growth we've both experienced since. Marcus shares his journey from working in radio to hosting a podcast and a TV show, reflects on his humble beginnings and the challenges he faced along the way. We also explore the everchanging landscape of the country music industry, the acceptance of diversity in the genre and, the evolution of sub-genres growing within the mainstream. By far our longest episode to date, sit back and enjoy this one! 

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Markus Koger (Guest): @Markuskoger | @smokingsectionpodcast | @countrylinetv

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 168 we're joined by Grace Tyler, one of our favorite up and comers in the scene! Grace tells us about growing up in Texas, her move to Nashville to attend Belmont, and her journey to doing music full time.We also chat about Grace's live show and why it's one of her favorite things to do, the unpredictablity of Nashville weather, why Raised Rowdy needs to attend the Texas State Fair, the time her and her dad caught a deer stand on fire and of course her latest song 'Texas Hold Em'! 

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Grace Tyler (Guest): @grace.tyler

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 167 we are joined by a true Nashville legend, Sean 'Big Daddy' Porter the founder and CEO of Daddy's Dogs! Sean shares his experiences of being on the road during The Warped Tour Era, how Daddy's Dogs came to be as a 'HighDea', when we think Tennessee become a legal state and daily challenges that go into running a business like Daddy's Dogs! Sean also shares the details on how his business is expanding, why he likes hiring employees who have been on tour and how he still sees Nashville as the land of opportunity! 

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Sean 'Big Daddy' Porter(Guest): @bigdaddysays / @daddysdogsnash

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 166 we're joined by AUSTIN a longtime friend of the program and an OG from our early days of writer's rounds at Live Oak! Austin fills us on how life has been as a solo act since the end of his time in the duo SixForty1, how he's enjoying his new publishing deal with Round Hill Music, finding the woman of his dreams and the new music that is on the way! 

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Austin (Guest): @itsaustinmusic

Matt Burrill (Host) @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast) @outsidetheround 

Raised Rowdy (Network) @raisedrowdy

On Episode 165 we are joined by Anas Kestay and Rene Castro of Elusive Studio, an award winning barber shop in the Nashville area.The guys discuss their journey in the barbering industry, the challenges they faced, and their unique approach to the craft. They also touch on the diverse culture and personalities in their shop, the importance of communication and teamwork, and their plans for the future. We also learn the importance of making the barber shop experience more than just a haircut! 

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Anas Kestay (Guest): @anas_kestay / @elusivestudio

Rene Castro (Guest): @90nineblends

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 164 I got to sit down with a longtime friend and former guest of the show, Royale Lynn! Royale was one of our first guests back in 2019, she's an incredible friend, human and artist. She catches us up on what has been a wild 5 years for her, the pivot and transformation going from Country to Hard Rock and the excitment of what's to come! Royale also shares how she's found it best to use social media, her experiences gigging on Lower Broadway and how important her fans are to her! 

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Royale Lynn: (Guest) @royalelynnmusic

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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On episode 163 we are joined by Stuart Deming, the founder of XPLR.NASH, a content creation brand focused on showcasing the city of Nashville and Middle Tennessee as a whole. We discuss Stuart's background in tourism and hospitality, the growth of Nashville as one of THE popular destinations worldwide, and the unique storytelling approach of XPLRNASH. Stuart also shares his vision of building a brand that connects the community, and his plans for future projects and events. We also hit heavier topics such as homelessness in Nashville, the need for improved transportation infrastructure, and the challenges the city of Nashville faces as a whole. Of course we also mention the booming food scene in Nashville, highlighting our favorite pizza places, bagel shops, and diners. Stuart shares his passion for creating memorable experiences for people and his plans for future events and trips!

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Stuart Deming: (Guest) @xplr.nash / @stuartdeming

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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In this conversation, Chase Bryant and I discuss his journey in the music industry, experiences on the road, and the ever changing landscape of country music. We touch on topics such as the challenges of being a young artist, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of radio tours. Chase also shares his thoughts on the current state of country music and the need to focus on what you love rather than criticizing what you don't. CHase and I discuss various topics related to country music and the music industry as a whole. We talk about our favorite artists and songs, the evolving country music genre, the importance of songwriting, and the process of creating music. Chase shares his experiences and insights as a musician and reflects on his growth as an artist. Chase also shares the story of his latest project, 'Ashland City,' and the inspiration behind it.

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Chase Bryant: (Guest) @iamchasebryant

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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On this episode of OTR we’re joined by Sawyer Hannay, founder of Country Liberty! Sawyer shares his journey from playing hockey to starting his own business. He also talks about his experience on Dragon's Den, the Canadian version of Shark Tank, and how it helped elevate his brand, the differences between Canada and the US and highlights the thriving Canadian country music scene and the festival culture in both countries. We also discuss our experiences in Nashville and the music industry, Nashville being a hockey town, goals for Country Liberty and Sawyer’s podcast The Sawyer Hannay Show!

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Sawyer Hannay: (Guest) @sawyerhannay & @CountryLiberty

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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On Episode 160 Matt is joined by Eddie Eberle, frontman of Eddie and the Getaway. Eddie shares the story of his music career and getting to Nashville, the fun of touring with Pecos & the Rooftops and Giovannie and the Hired Guns, and the influence of the Nashville and Texas music scenes on his artistry. He also shares insights into songwriting, band dynamics, and the transformative power of music. Hear Eddie's take on blending genres in modern country music, his experiences with social media platforms like TikTok, and his excitement for upcoming tours and releases. 

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Eddie Eberle: (Guest) @eddieandthegetaway

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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