The Raised Rowdy Podcast

On Episode 179, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by Brady & Jack Stablein of Brother Elsey! The boys talk about their journey in the music industry and unique sound coming from Detroit. They also describe their influences, which include Mumford and Sons, Kings of Leon, Bruce Springsteen, and The Eagles. They discuss the importance of staying true to themselves and not following trends in the industry. They also emphasize the significance of building a strong connection with their fans through live shows and personal engagement. Kurt and Nicky find out about the recent signing of their record deal with Riverhouse Artists in Nashville and the exciting opportunities the band has coming up!

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On episode 178 Kurt and Nicky T are joined by rising artist, Jason Cross! The guys discuss various topics including the Annual 4th of July Wolf Lake Bash in Michigan, the overlapping of the country and rock music scenes, handling comments from haters, getting uncomfortable to truly grow, and the importance of community in the music industry. The conversation explores the evolving nature of music genres and the blurring of boundaries between them. Jason also mentions the freedom and lack of rules in the music industry, and the possibility of genre types becoming obsolete in the future. They also touch on the importance of releasing music consistently, the role of playlists in boosting exposure, and the benefits of playing on Broadway in Nashville.  Jason also shares his love of Surfside Iced Tea + Vodka and desire to secure a publishing deal!

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On episode 177 Carlyle Griffin joins Kurt and Nicky T! Carlyle discusses her music career, influences, and songwriting process. She talks about her diverse favorites, including Motown, 60s doo-wop, 70s  and contemporary folk.  She discusses the challenges of songwriting and the need for validation and feedback. The boys and Carlyle also discuss the importance of hooking the audience in a short amount of time, being comfortable with forward-facing content, giving a piece of your life to connect with fans, and the power of viral content and building a following before releasing a big hit. They touch on the concept of brand DNA and benchmarking, as well as the importance of vocal health for longevity in a music career!

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Carlyle Griffin (Guest): @carlylegriffinmusic

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Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 176 Nicky T and Kurt are joined by Lauren Watkins! Lauren discusses her debut album, 'The Heartbroken Record,' talking about the inspiration behind the album and the different perspectives of heartbreak that she explores in the songs. Lauren also shares her experience working with legendary producer Joey Moi and the support she has received from her family and the Nashville music community. The gang also discusses her recent performances at festivals and opening for Morgan Wallen, and the impact it has had on her career. Other topics include experiences of playing live shows, the importance of connecting with fans, and the diversity within the country music genre!

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Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 175 Nicky T and Kurt are joined by TJ Lyle, front man for the Georgia Thunderbolts! TJ shares his background, the story of The Georgia Thunderbolts and about their upcoming album! The guys also touch on the current state of Southern Rock, the challenges of promoting songs through social media and mainstream radio play and their love of vocalists like Chris Cornell, Wilson Pickett and more! Kurt and TJ also share stories of touring in Europe and what makes those crowds so special!

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Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 174 Brad Tursi joins Nicky T and Kurt to discuss his new solo album 'Parallel Love'. Brad shares stories about his experiences in the music industry as a songwriter and member of Old Dominion plus his love for playing guitar. The conversation also touches on topics like motorcycles, cars, touring and cigars! Brad and the guys also talk about their love for small intimate venues and the excitement found in smaller capacity crowds! Brad shares the insipriation for his new record and teases his upcoming fall tour kicking off in October!

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Brad Tursi (Guest): @bradtursi | @olddominionmusic

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Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 173, Kurt flies solo for a conversation with Jesse Daniel! Jesse discusses his music background, influences, and the making of his new record. He talks about growing up in California and being influenced by classic rock, blues, and country. He also shares his experience as a punk drummer and how it shaped his musical style. Kurt and Jesse also discuss their experiences touring in Europe, their love for traditional music, and the resurgence of traditional country sounds in the mainstream. They also mention other artists who are doing a great job with the traditional sounding revival!

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Jesse Daniel (Guest): @thejessedaniel

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On episode 172, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by rising country artist, Paxton Peay! Paxton discusses his upcoming music releases and his journey as an artist. He also talks about the importance of finding his own sound and staying true to himself. The guys touch on the challenges of being an independent artist, the need for patience in the music industry and the ever changing landscape of music promotion. Paxton shares his excitement for his new song 'Cry Me a River' and discusses his marketing plan for its release!

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Paxton Peay (Guest): @paxtonpeaymusic

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Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 171, the guys are joined by Chris Owen, a veteran of Country Radio who recently made the move to Nashville to work as Creative Director for Cornman Music! The guys discuss the changes in the radio industry, the role of radio tours, and the importance of connections in the music industry. They also talk about the role of publishers in pitching songs to artists and the challenges of getting songs cut and released. They also explore the use of data in the music industry, particularly in artist development and song selection when recording. Chris also touches on industry matters such as holds on songs, the changing trends in country music, and streamings impact on the industry.

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Chris Owen (Guest): @chrisowencountry

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Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 170, Kurt and Nicky T welcome Dalton Dover on the podcast! Dalton recaps his CMA fest experience, time on radio tour and the impact Social Media, TikTok in particular has had on his career thus far. The guys also talk about the country music genre as a whole and their own CMA Fest experiences as fans and musicians. Other topics include hunting, the 'van life' of touring musicians, and their love for video games! A major focus is put on the importance of surrounding yourself with good people and the power of teamwork. Dalton shares some of his pinch-me moments, including playing at the Grand Ole Opry and writing songs with Luke Combs' band!

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Dalton Dover  (Guest): @daltondover_music

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Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt

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