Huntsville, Alabama native Paul McDonald brings a raw and rare talent to the stage. Paul considered a dental career as a teenager, but the desire to expand his musical talent prevailed. And thankfully so.

Along with his raspy vocal talent, Paul's songwriting skills bring another dimension to his performances. After a stint in L.A. where he appeared on American Idol, he moved back to Nashville, where he resides with his singer-songwriter wife, Leah Blevins. Listen as Paul describes his musical journey and sings one of his songs, "New Lovers," during our episode.