Sisters In Song

 We had such a great time catching up with Will Wesley! We talked about his busy tour life supporting Old Crow Medicine Show and Scotty McCreery, touring overseas, and his many nominations for the 2025 Josie awards!  

Will Wesley is a Country Rock and Americana artist. A storyteller whose sound blends a soulful edge with country rock energy into heartfelt storytelling. Born in Baker, Louisiana, Wesley was raised with a rebellious spirit and a love for music inspired by his father’s guitar. By age 15, he was sneaking into bars to perform with a beat-up six-string and a fire that would soon define his music career. 

He paved his path in the Baton Rouge blues scene, performing and touring alongside with legendary figures. He served as Grady Champion’s Music Director for five years. His talent earned him two International Blues Challenge regional victories and a reputation as one ofLouisiana’s fiercest young guitarists. 

 Today, Wesley tours across the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia, performing everywhere from intimate listening rooms to international stages, including the Switzerland International Country Music Hall of Fame and the Jackson, Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.  

 He shared stages with many including Alabama, RVSHVD, Jason Boland & the Stragglers, Redd Volkaert, When In Rome, Old Crow Medicine Show, Scotty McCreery, Hailey Whitters, and shared international stages with Swiss Rockabilly Star - Florian Fox, collaborating on Will's singles, “Wasted Again” and “Time's Catching Up To Me.”  

 In recognition of his accomplishments, he received seven nominations for his song, “Ready To Ride” at the 2024 Josie Music Awards. In addition, he received five nominations for his songs “12 O'Clock in Texas” and “The Search” at the 2025 Josie Music Awards. Both within Nashville, Tennessee. 

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 We talked with Jesse Daniel Edwards on this episode about his current 2 EP now combined LP project titled Requiem Mass / Catechism En Masse.  

Jesse shared with us his song“How Do You Keep Your Hands So Clean” and its important message, why he makes albums, and a song right on the spot! 

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jesse Daniel Edwards released Requiem Mass / Catechism En Masse, his boldest and most incendiary release yet, this past summer. Split into two digital EPs - Requiem Mass (June 27th) and Catechism En Masse (July 25th) - and combined as a physical LP to was released via Cavity Search Records. The project represents a searing, spiritual, and political reckoning. It is not an album meant to passively stream in the background. It is a work to be confronted - lived with, wrestled with, and ultimately answered. 

Born in the mountain town of Cuyamaca, California, Edwards was raised in a strict religious household before busking his way through America and Europe. His early music, rooted inAmericana, evolved over time into something more theatrical and sonically adventurous. 

 For Edwards, music isn't about escape - it's about confrontation. "Was this made in freedom?" he asks. "Or was it just more noise?" In a media landscape dominated by trends and distractions, he dares to slow things down. To question. To mourn. To rage. To remember.   

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 We visited with Sean Griffin on this episode about his forthcoming album, how his process has changed over the years, his supportive wife, and his single “Rocks Off.” 

Sean Griffin is a veteran singer-songwriter and the charismatic founding frontman of Celtic rock cult favorites The Ruffians. After years fronting rowdy pub stages and raising six kids while running a successful business, Griffin returns with his solo debut — a raucous, reflectivecollection of songs that blend punk energy, folk storytelling, and hook-filled rock melodies. Steeped in Irish tradition and punk rebellion, his music channels the spirit of The Pogues and Joe Strummer, with a voice full of grit, wit, and soul. His new single, “People Are Mad,” is a barroomanthem for chaotic times — rowdy, unfiltered, and ready to raise a glass. 

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And watch the video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/NbBWhs7-Oi4 

 What a fun conversation we had with Robby Johnson on this episode! We were so happy to catch up with him since his last visit. Robby told us about his latest release, his countrified version of “You Shook Me All Night Long,” and his album OUT NOW titled “Hot Summer Nights.” He also gave us some insider information on the Nashville Numbering System, which we findfascinating!   

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Robby Johnson has amassed over 10 million views on YouTube and is approaching 8 million streams. His debut single broke into the TOP 20 on country radio, with its music video winning CMT Pure's 12 Pack Countdown multiple times. Known for a live show combining Garth Brooks's energy with Keith Urban's swagger, Johnson’s music has been featured on Sirius XM’s The Highway, Crook & Chase Countdown, andCountry Top 40 with Fitz. He has also appeared on major media platforms such as FOX News Channel’s Huckabee, USA Today, Rolling Stone Country, and The Tennessean.   

Robby’s journey from manufacturing plant worker to full-fledged artist began after a demo session, gifted one Christmas, revealed his musical talent. He moved to Nashville in 2012, connecting with industry veterans Jimmy Nichols and Frank Myers, who guided his career. His single "South Of Me" reached the Top 20 on the Music Row Breakout Chart and led to a performance on The LATE SHOW with David Letterman. This breakthrough was followed by his debut album, Don’t Look Back, produced by James Stroud and featuring contributions from top Nashville songwriters and Vince Gill. The album's success included a feature as a PEOPLE Pick in PEOPLE Magazine and over 2 million views for the video "Together," aired on CMT and GAC.   

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 On this episode, we enjoyed talking with Adam Czeisler of the band Sweet Water. We were fortunate to hear the story behind how their latest album, “Shine On,” came into the world! We talked about their very organic and collaborative process and the ever-pressing question: how do you know when a song is finished! 

Formed in the early '90s and made up of frontman Adam Czeisler, guitarist Rich Credo, bassist Cole Peterson, and drummer Chris Friel, Sweet Water has spent decades making music together grounded in friendship and a shared love of rock and roll. "We love making music – and love thechallenge to make art that reflects who we are and where we are," says Rich. "I think the true strength of our band is our core friendship and its longevity," adds Adam. "Rich, Cole, and I went to the same schools in both elementary and high school. Chris and Cole have known eachother since they were kids."The band took a new approach to recording this time. "From the start, we had a very different mindset for making this record," says Adam. "We wanted to be way more ambitious, take way more risks to try and stretch the songs beyond what we had done before, because 'why not? If not now, then when?' So, we said to each other from the beginning we wouldn't settle; we would keep trying different approaches with each song and not stop until we felt it wasleaping off the track into our brains." Phil Ek, who mixed the album, offered a note that stuck with them: "sometimes more is more."

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We could not be more thrilled to have had the chance to chat with phenom Billie Jo Jones as she starts her adventure on "The Road" and gets ready to release a new album!! THE ROAD premiered Sunday, Oct. 19 (9:00 PM - 10:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+. We visited a little with Billie Jo about her experience there, her pre-show rituals, putting on her "Reba" hat ans so much more!

 Born and raised in Texas, Billie Jo Jones was destined for stardom from the very beginning. “I was putting on private concerts for my grandparents in their living room when I was just 4 or 5 years old,” she recalls. “They would sit, watch me for hours, and clap for me after everysong.” Inspired by icons like Shania Twain, the Dixie Chicks, Patsy Cline, Ray Price, and Loretta Lynn, Billie Jo developed a deep love for classic country music that continues to influence her artistry today.  

 Never one to slow down, Billie Jo Jones is back in the spotlight with her single “Turquoise and Silver,” which is burning up the airwaves and climbing the charts at country radio. With a new album on the way, Billie Jo continues to prove she’s one of the most exciting and authentic voices in modern country music.  

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 We really had a great time talking with duo Haunted Like Human about their upcoming album “American Mythology” Its available November 21, 2025! We discussed their fated car breakdown that led to their becoming a band, how they got their name, and we geeked out over houseplants! (Or Lego plants in Bethany's case!)  

Nashville based folk duo Haunted Like Human - Dale Chapman (they/them) and Cody Clark (he/him) - will release a new album, American Mythology, this fall.    

Mythology evokes images of gods, titans, demons, and beasts of every kind. Yet, it’s the spark of humanity that keeps us telling and retelling myths. It’s these stories of seduction, inheritance, and hubris that Nashville-based folk duo Haunted Like Human rekindle in the 14 songs on theirthird album American Mythology, out October 2025. Since the release of 2021’s Tall Tales & Fables, Dale Chapman and Cody Clark have been refining their sound rather than departing from it.

The result is a shapely set of songs that borrow from universal lore in order to reveal intimate truths. Led by Chapman’s warmly capacious voice and Clark’s classical techniques on a steel-string guitar, the pair prove they write songs like novelists write their books, using careful detail and well-shaped characters to tell even the heaviest of stories. Whatever the topic, the songs shine with restrained arrangements and entwined harmonies. This duo tells stories so well that there’s no need to cloak them with heavy-handed production or vocal processing. Instead, Haunted Like Human lets the humanity shine through. 

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 Juna N Joey are an exciting sibling duo quickly making their mark in the music scene! We loved chatting with them about their journey—from starting out at School of Rock to building an incredible YouTube following, and now launching a thriving career together. They remind us that being “weird” is actually a strength, and we even get to hear their single “Sip it Slow.”

Don’t miss out on this talented brother-sister act—they’re on fire! Not to mention their cool new venue “Round Hear” opening fall of 2025 in Goodlettsville, TN! 

Juna N Joey are a rising brother-sister country duo known for their tight harmonies, viral success, and heartfelt songwriting. They first gained attention through YouTube covers (8.6M views) and a viral TikTok (10M views), which led to two EPs recorded in Nashville and growing national and international acclaim. In addition to writing their own songs and collaboratingwith major songwriters, Juna N Joey have performed at high-profile events and opened for stars like Morgan Wallen, Bailey Zimmerman, and Jason Aldean. Their music videos are on rotation across platforms including CMT, Heartland, and Nickelodeon, and they’ve built brand partnerships with Wrangler, Hey Dude, Hard Rock, and more. 

The duo has toured nationally and internationally, including a solo European tour and a UK run with Twinnie, plus appearances at festivals like Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam and the iHeart WIRK New Country Rib Round Up. Offstage, they are ambassadors for One Tree Planted, run a yearly food drive, and lead an anti-bullying campaign every October. With support from press, fans, and industry insiders alike, Juna N Joey is a duo to watch as they continue to make waves in country music. 

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We had such a great time talking with VyVyan Hammond about her single "Play Pretend" and the album it will be on "Lovers Gonna Love, Haters Gonna Watch"(forthcoming). We talked about Rebecca Black's classic "Friday," finding yourself after being lost, and her mantra, 'the journey is the goal.'

Vyvyan Hammond has been writing songs for as long as she can remember. “When I was four, I’d ride around on my BMX making up songs in the bush, singing to the trees,” she says. “It was just how I made sense of the world.”

Now, after years of quietly creating, she’s stepping forward with her debut single Play Pretend.

“The world’s changed so much—it pushed me to stop waiting,” Vyvyan explains. “I’ve got something to say, and I want to find the people who need to hear it.”

Originally from Sydney, her music is shaped by a life spent observing, feeling deeply, and translating that into raw, lyrical honesty. This might be her first release, but it’s the result of years of reflection and creative persistence.

Play Pretend explores the slow erasure of self in a relationship—how, in trying to keep the peace, you gradually lose touch with who you really are. “You make adjustment after adjustment until you don’t recognise yourself anymore,” she says.

The story continues with her next single, Hunter Gathered, delving into coercive control and narcissistic abuse. It captures the descent into isolation, anxiety, and the internalisation of blame—until that constant tension starts to feel like normal life.

This emerging body of work is deeply personal and emotionally unfiltered—music for anyone who's ever questioned their worth or lost their voice. For Vyvyan, it’s about reclaiming that voice, and helping others do the same. 

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 We had the pleasure of seeing River and Rail live in our hometown awhile back, and got the bonus pleasure of being able to chat with them about their debut album, “Lovers, Enemies, Always Friends.” We also talked about how they got their name, how they became a duo, and their start that began in R&B. 

 Grace and Alex Fincher are Nashville-based Indie Folk/Americana duo, "River & Rail." 

Possessing a voice equal parts haunting and agile, Grace brandishes a unique, captivating tone. Alex adds plaintive supporting vocals and textural acoustic guitar that weaves between the lines of Grace’s poignant lyrics. 

River & Rail has crafted a rich, yet close sound that leans into storytelling, dynamics, and improvised embellishment.   

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