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On episode 169, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by Lane Pittman, an Australian country music artist! Lane discusses his experiences touring with Luke Combs and Cody Johnson, his upbringing in Australia, the journey he went through on The Voice Australia, and his evolution into the music industry. Lane also shares his excitement about his first time in the United States, his recent performances at CMA Fest the process of choosing his management and record label, and the 'no-nonsense' approach of his team. The guys discuss the challenges of touring with a band, the importance of social media for artists, and their shared love for video games!
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Lane Pittman (Guest): @lanepittmanofficial
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 168, Nicky and Kurt are joined by Kaitlin Butts! Kaitlin discusses her new album .Roadrunner', which is themed around the musical 'Oklahoma'. She explains how each song on the album is paired with a scene or character from the musical, and how she has created music videos that align with the themes of the songs. Caitlin also talks about her approach to songwriting and her desire to address difficult and taboo subjects in her music. We also get the full story behind Kaitlin's incredible collaborations with Vince Gill, the story of how Vince agreed to be a part of her album and the excitement and nerves she felt performing with him. Kaitlin also talks about the process of creating music videos for her songs and the inspiration behind them!
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Kaitlin Butts (Guest): @kaitlinbutts
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 166, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by longtime friend, Sam Banks! The guys discuss Sam's music career and experiences in the industry, his time working with Craig Morgan and the valuable lessons he learned. Sam also shares his journey as an artist and songwriter, and his recent release 'Who's Teaching Who?'. He also talks about the influence of his son Tommy and how he learns from him every day, the challenges that come from being an independent artist releasing music, and highlights the importance of finding the right production style for his country music!
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Sam Banks (Guest): @sambanksmusic
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 165, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by rising country artist Bayker Blankenship! Bayker and the guys discuss his journey in music, experiences with live streaming on TikTok, and the influences that Bayker has found in country and jazz music. Bayker also tells the gang about his hometown, Livingston, Tennessee, and the process of writing his hit song 'Maxed Out'. The conversation also leads into talking about Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson, and Mac Miller, some of Bayker's favorite artists, we also learn his love for music and exploring different genres! The conversation ends with a surprise call from our buddy Colby Acuff, who Bayker shares an incredible moment with!
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Bayker Blankenship (Guest): @baykerblankenship
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 163, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by Josh Ross! The guys talk about the challenges of being on the road, balancing personal life and relationships, learning to say no, and Josh’s experiences from touring with Nickelback and Brantley Gilbert! JR also shares the creative process behind his new single ‘New Me’, festival life, and encounters with influential artists like Eric Church. Other topics include the music industry, award shows, live performances, collaborations, international markets, the impact of drinking, and the evolution of music culture!
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Josh Ross (Guest): @joshrossmusic
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 162, Nicky T and Kurt are joined by Tyler King, guitar player and band leader for Luke Combs! The conversation covers a range of topics, including what it means to be a bandleader, the journey to playing in stadiums, the dynamics and chemistry of the band, and the influence that modern technology is having on music. The guys also delve into the concept of ad space, caffeine, and the power balance in podcast interviews. Nicky, Tyler and Kurt also discuss the creative process, artist branding, and the challenges of providing valuable content to fans!
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Tyler King (Guest): @tylerkingmusic
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 161, Nicholas Paul Tressler (Nicky T) and Kurt Ozan are joined by Reid Haughton. The guys discuss various topics, including touring experiences, merchandising, favorite bands, an Reid's new releases. Reid also shares his experiences on with Whiskey Myers and Lukas Nelson, and the importance of interacting with fans. He also shares what went into his new record and the diverse range of songs on it. Nicky, Kurt and Reid also share their thoughts on the significance of live shows and the energy of the crowd. The convo even strays away from music with thoughts on the rapid advancement of technology, the evolution of cell phones and the challenges of regulating AI.
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Reid Haughton (Guest): @reidhaughtonmusic
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
On Episode 160 good friends of the program Logan Crosby and the legend, Jonathan Singleton join Nicky T and Kurt Ozan! The guys talk about their experiences with getting tattoos, including some questionable ones, and share stories about their dads' tattoos. Logan and J also share details behind their careers, including Logan's touring with Megan Moroney and his upcoming album, which Jonathan produced! The fellas also cover topics such as songwriting, TikTok, and how to grow a fanbase. Other topics include experiences performing at different venues and festivals, the creative process behind the music, importance of authenticity and storytelling in songwriting, the role of a manager in an artist's career, and the strategy behind releasing music as singles versus a full project!
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Logan Crosby (Guest): @reallogancrosby
Jonathan Singleton (Guest): @jonathansingletonmusic / @50eggmusic
Kurt Ozan (Co-Host):@kurtozan251
Nicky T (Co-Host): @raisedrowdynickyt
Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy
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