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Taylor Lansdale: From the Courtroom to the Stage
On the latest episode of Roots Music Rambler, singer-songwriter Taylor Lansdale opens up about his journey from the courtroom to the creative world of songwriting. Once a public defender in Montgomery County, Kentucky, Taylor found himself emotionally exhausted by the weight of his work. Turning to music, he discovered songwriting as a powerful form of therapy and storytelling. Now, with his debut album Headlong, he’s finding his voice and connecting deeply with audiences drawn to his raw honesty and heartfelt lyrics.
The conversation explores the inspiration behind several tracks on Headlong, Taylor’s creative process, and how he channels emotion and experience into song. The hosts also dive into recent headlines surrounding Ryan Adams and share their latest Pickin’ the Grinnin’ music recommendations.
Taylor Lansdale’s transition from public defender to singer-songwriter
The emotional toll of life in the courtroom and how it shaped his music
Behind the making of his debut album Headlong
The songwriting process as a form of healing and reflection
Commentary on Ryan Adams’ latest controversy
Pickin’ the Grinnin’ music recommendations from the hosts
Watch the Episode on YouTube
Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.
Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler’s new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.
Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It’s a new episode of Roots Music Rambler.
Notes and links:
Taylor Lansdale Online
Taylor Lansdale on Spotify
Taylor Lansdale on Instagram
The latest Ryan Adams saga on NME
The Roots Music Rambler Store
Roots Music Rambler on YouTube
Roots Music Rambler on Instagram
Roots Music Rambler on TikTok
Roots Music Rambler on Facebook
Jason Falls on Instagram
Jason Falls on TikTok
Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram
Pickin’ the Grinnin’ Recommendations
Rock-N-Roll Story Guys Podcast on Spotify
They Might Be Giants on Spotify
Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts.
Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association.
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By Francesca Folinazzo & Jason FallsOn the latest episode of Roots Music Rambler, singer-songwriter Taylor Lansdale opens up about his journey from the courtroom to the creative world of songwriting. Once a public defender in Montgomery County, Kentucky, Taylor found himself emotionally exhausted by the weight of his work. Turning to music, he discovered songwriting as a powerful form of therapy and storytelling. Now, with his debut album Headlong, he’s finding his voice and connecting deeply with audiences drawn to his raw honesty and heartfelt lyrics.
The conversation explores the inspiration behind several tracks on Headlong, Taylor’s creative process, and how he channels emotion and experience into song. The hosts also dive into recent headlines surrounding Ryan Adams and share their latest Pickin’ the Grinnin’ music recommendations.
Taylor Lansdale’s transition from public defender to singer-songwriter
The emotional toll of life in the courtroom and how it shaped his music
Behind the making of his debut album Headlong
The songwriting process as a form of healing and reflection
Commentary on Ryan Adams’ latest controversy
Pickin’ the Grinnin’ music recommendations from the hosts
Watch the Episode on YouTube
Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.
Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler’s new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.
Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It’s a new episode of Roots Music Rambler.
Notes and links:
Taylor Lansdale Online
Taylor Lansdale on Spotify
Taylor Lansdale on Instagram
The latest Ryan Adams saga on NME
The Roots Music Rambler Store
Roots Music Rambler on YouTube
Roots Music Rambler on Instagram
Roots Music Rambler on TikTok
Roots Music Rambler on Facebook
Jason Falls on Instagram
Jason Falls on TikTok
Francesca Folinazzo on Instagram
Pickin’ the Grinnin’ Recommendations
Rock-N-Roll Story Guys Podcast on Spotify
They Might Be Giants on Spotify
Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts.
Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2025 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices