Sounds From The Shed

Featured Guest: Zack Mannino Independent country music artist, Air Force veteran, Georgia-based traveler on a mission to bring real country to real people.

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Episode Overview

In this episode, we welcome Zack Mannino, a rising independent country artist with a heart for authentic storytelling and a background that sets him apart. After dedicating 12 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, Zack relocated to South Georgia and embraced the life of a touring musician with a passion that’s rooted in honesty and tradition  .

Since 2022, Zack has shared stages with country stars such as Cody Johnson, Sam Hunt, Old Dominion, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert, and Chris Cagle making his mark on outdoor fairs, philanthropic country shows, and festival stages alike  .

By the end of 2024, Zack had performed over 180 shows, including opening for Chris Cagle, and earned a feature in Nashville Voyager Magazine for his energetic live presence and growing fan base  .

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What You’ll Hear

•An inspiring personal journey: from military service to hitting the road as an independent musician

•Honest conversation about the trials and triumphs of self-releasing music and building a fanbase organically

•Highlights from a schedule that included 180 live shows in 2024, charitable performances advocating for domestic violence awareness, and appearances across the country at state fairs and venues big and small  

•A preview of what’s next he’s gearing up to release five new songs in 2025, continuing his momentum as a performer and storyteller  

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Accolades & Profile

•Air Force Veteran turned country singer, bringing a strong work ethic and life experience into every lyric and live set  

•Shared stage time with big names in modern country Cody Johnson, Sam Hunt, Old Dominion, and more  

•Played 180 live shows in 2024, including being the opening act for Chris Cagle and participating in charity-driven performances that connect music with purpose  

•Featured in Nashville Voyager Magazine as a standout voice in independent country music in 2024  

•Actively touring and releasing new music, with five songs planned for 2025, signaling fresh chapters ahead  

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Why this episode matters: If you’re drawn to country music grounded in genuine life stories, independent hustle, and soulful performance, Zack Mannino’s journey will resonate. He reflects on forging his path outside the mainstream, embracing service, passion, and community connection.

Stay tuned for an intimate, unfiltered conversation with Zack Mannino one of country’s most authentic independent voices and hear firsthand how his journey is shaping his music and mission.

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Welcome to Sounds From The Shed, where we bring you gritty, soulful stories behind the artists shaping Southern roots music. In this special episode, we shine the spotlight on Derrick Dove, frontman of the award-winning band Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers, out of Tifton, Georgia.

Meet Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers

Derrick Dove is a singer-songwriter and guitarist whose authentic, raw vocals and solid-stage charisma have made waves in the independent music scene. Backed by his powerhouse band Johnathan “JT” Thomas on keyboards, Walt Dunn on bass, and Jamie Richardson on drums they deliver a signature sound pitched as “Southern-fried blues rock” a heartfelt fusion of Southern rock, blues, and country storytelling   .

Noteworthy Accolades

Most recently, on August 23, 2025, Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers were honored with the Entertainer of the Year award at the prestigious International Singer-Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards in Atlanta voted on by fans and judged by industry peers   . They were also nominated across five categories, including Band of the Year, Album of the Year for their 2025 release Burn It Down, Single of the Year, and Music Video of the Year all signaling rising recognition in indie circles   .

Their records have soared to #1 on blues charts in nine countries, and their summer tour spanned fifteen states and over 10,000 miles, introducing hundreds of new fans to their electrifying live sound   .

Why This Episode Matters

We pulled a chair up to the shed to unpack Derrick’s journey from Tifton roots to the national spotlight. Expect personal stories on songwriting, life on the road, and the creative chemistry behind their genre-blending music. You’ll hear the grit, the humor, and the quality tunes fueling their growing momentum.

So tune in, lean in, and let Sounds From The Shed deliver the soul of Southern-fried blues rock with Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers leading the charge.

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