The Southern Hang crew is back, breaking down the stacked Bourbon & Beyond 2026 lineup with special guest, US Congressman Morgan McGarvey — and this one’s strictly music talk.

The fellas go day by day through the lineup, calling out can’t-miss sets, sleeper picks, and do some reminissing of past shows along the way. They dive into heavy hitters like Foo Fighters, Jason Isbell, and Dave Matthews Band, get into the jam band energy from Goose and Kitchen Dwellers, and lean into the nostalgia with Counting Crows and Hootie & the Blowfish. They also spotlight sleepers like Buffalo Traffic Jam and Rattlesnake Milk.

It’s lineup hype, friendly debate, and pure festival vibes — just a bunch of guys talking music and getting ready for a big weekend this fall in Louisville.

 In this episode of the Southern Hang Podcast, we sit down to share the heartwarming story of Carole’s Kitchen. We dive into how this family-driven non-profit was born from a desire to keep Carole’s legacy alive through service and community. Join us as we discuss their mission, the power of family, and all the details on their upcoming Full Table Music Fest fundraiser.

Pull up a chair and lean back! In this episode of Southern Hang, we’re bringing you a hodgepodge of topics that’ll give you plenty to chew on.

We take a trip down memory lane to discuss our first jobs—from the sweat-equity of summer chores to a little baseball card sale at the flea market. Then, we tackle a heavy-hitter debate: What’s more subjective—your taste in food or your taste in music?

We also settle the ultimate Southern debate: which ice actually belongs in your glass? (Hint: Not all cubes are created equal). From there, we revisit an indie rock classic from Wolf Parade—which just went viral twenty years after it's original release. Plus, Neil brings us a fresh "Jaaam of the Week" from Kentucky’s own Sundy Best, who just performed live at the Mercury Ballroom.

To wrap things up, Craig goes Rapid Fire on Red with a lightning round of famous movies and demanding a quote from each. 

The fellas dive into the magic of the Laurel Cove Music Festival, held annually in the picturesque Laurel Cove Amphitheater at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. To kick things off, Neil, Craig, Red, and Sherm take a trip down memory lane to share their favorite stories of being snowed in as kids and the epic 1994 snowstorm during their college years.

Once the nostalgia clears, they break down the incredible 2026 Laurel Cove lineup that has the independent Appalachian music scene buzzing. We discuss the rise of headliners like Evan Honer, The Creekers, and Kashus Culpepper. We also highlight must-see artists like S.G. Goodman, Cole Chaney, Hollerhead, and John R. Miller. Plus, we give a special shoutout to former Southern Hang guest Ritch Henderson, who is also taking the stage this year! Find out why this Pineville, KY, tradition remains a bucket-list destination for music fans everywhere.

Southern Hang is back with its hand on the pulse of social media trends… or so we’d like to believe. This episode takes a trip back to 2016 as we talk through what we were up to at the time — the concerts and sporting events we hit, and the music and TV that defined the year. Craig pulls out his log… errr… journal to review ticket stubs from the launch of the Lamar Jackson Heisman campaign against Florida State. We also revisit the Chris Stapleton takeover and how it helped open the door for artists like Jason Isbell, Tyler Childers, and Sturgill Simpson to break through to a wider audience. We close things out with a #JaamOfTheWeek from 2016, leaning fully itno the Wu Tang name generator roots of the artist. 

Enjoy the stroll through 2016 with the Southern Hang fellas.

 In this episode of Southern Hang, we look ahead to Kentucky’s 2026 live music scene, breaking down upcoming tour stops, festivals, and local shows we’re most excited about. We talk through major festivals like Railbird and smaller more intimate events like Romp in Owensboro and Nicholas Jamerson's Sleeping in the Woods Festival at Lake Cumberland.  Plus highlight must-see concerts coming through some of our favorite venues including The Burl, Mercury Ballroom, and Zanzabar. As always, we wrap things up by identifying our two new Jaams of the Week.

The fellas dive into the heart of 'the Louisville Scene' to talk about the music that put Kentucky on the map. We’re starting with the raw, underground vibes of the 502, featuring icons like Slint, Squirrel Bait, and Starbilly, before shifting gears to the grittier hip hop flow of the Underground Mafia and country legends like Chris Knight and Montgomery Gentry.  Believe it or not, you even get a little boy band talk.  Enjoy the casual stroll through 90s kentucky music.

 After a brief year-in-review reflecting on the musicians we spoke with throughout the year, we replay our #1 episode of 2025—our interview with Coltt Winter Lepley—an engaging and insightful conversation that kicked off a great friendship with Coltt. Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or revisiting it from our early days, we appreciate you joining us. From the entire Southern Hang crew, thank you for being a part of this special little podcast we’ve come to love. We truly couldn’t do this without you. 

 In this episode, the fellas dive deep into their favorite cover songs of all time and what makes a great reinterpretation truly special. From the raw, heartbreaking impact of Nirvana Unplugged to Charles Wesley Godwin’s heartfelt take on “Country Roads,” the conversation explores how artists can honor an original while making it completely their own. The crew also unpacks the difference between a sample and a cover while discussing “Killing Me Softly.” And no discussion of covers is complete without songwriting legends Sturgill and Robert Earl Keen. Along the way, they highlight Rage Against the Machine’s blistering, politically charged take on “The Ghost of Tom Joad” as a prime example of a cover that transforms a quiet classic into something urgent and explosive. 

Join the Southern Hang fellas as we reveal Neil's Top 25 Albums of 2025! From Rock and Roll instant classics to Americana standouts to local Kentucky artists to the return of hip hop legends, we break down our favorites from the year in music. Discover new artists, and dare we say a few TikTok influencers, and hear why these albums earned a spot on Neil's list.