The Raised Rowdy Podcast

Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler sit down with WME partner and booking agent for Luke Combs (among others) Aaron Tannenbaum to discuss his role in the music industry. Aaron shares his journey in the booking industry and explains the responsibilities of a booking agent. He highlights the importance of luck and humility in his career and discusses the different styles of booking agents. Aaron also talks about booking shows in advance and the challenges of working with different artists. He shares his experience transitioning to a new agency and provides insights into booking NFL stadiums and last-minute shows. In this […]

In this episode, Keller Cox joins (Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler) on the Raised Rowdy podcast to catch up with the guys and discuss various topics related to his music career. They talk about the benefits of co-writing, the challenges of being a musician, and the importance of taking care of mental health. Keller also shares his experience with cold showers and how they have helped him mentally. The conversation touches on the game Sips, a drinking game Keller plays with his audience during shows. The episode concludes with a discussion about the generosity of Richards & Southern and the […]

In this conversation, Rotundo discusses his transition from being in a duo to pursuing a solo career with Kurt Oran and Nick Tressler (Nicky T). He shares his songwriting ideas and the process of creating music. The conversation also touches on the challenges of the music industry and the importance of quantity in songwriting. Rotundo talks about his experiences with TikTok and comedy, as well as dealing with haters and trolls. The conversation explores the boundaries of genres and the evolution of country music. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity and relatability in art and the freedom of expression in […]

Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler sit down with Josh Abbott and talk about his new album “Somewhere Down the Road” as well as a story of the purpose and reasoning behind how he and the band setup and deliver their albums.  Hear about where he does and doesn’t hope the band goes and get to hear some of the details about touring, life and music on this week’s episode.   Hear the best stories and musical journeys of some of Country and Rock music’s greatest storytellers on Tales from the Front Row!

Drew Dixon sits down to talk to Nick Tressler and Kurt Ozan and he just dropped his song “Leather”.  We talk about that and Drew’s musical world, but we talk about all his time in Nashville including the bar scene, his time at Tin Roof and all the fun and perils of Nashville Tennessee. Kurt and Drew talk about their seperate European travels on tour and everything that has been going on with all of their lives. Come along with us on this conversational journey. A great way to finish out the 2023 podcast season. See y’all in 2024!

Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler (Nicky T) sit down with Tanner Usrey a rising star in the music scene known for his soulful voice and compelling storytelling to talk about his new album, life on the road and how Tanner keeps the wheels turning on his EXTENSIVE touring schedule. Tanner opens up about his early days, reflecting on the influences that shaped his musical style. From small-town gigs to significant breakthrough moments, Tanner’s path is a testament of his resilience and passion! Come along and give it a listen!  Get ready for some behind-the-scenes anecdotes, as Tanner talks about life […]

Join Nicky T and Kurt Ozan on this exciting episode of The Raised Rowdy Podcast as we sit down with James Barker from the James Barker Band.

Kurt Ozan and Nick Tressler sit down with the one and only Shelby Raye to talk about her first year in Nashville Tennessee and the struggles and journey to get there. She is releasing her next original single “Betty Crocker” and also we have an AMAZING rendition of Parachute that she performs with Kurt (Produced by Charlie Sherwood). THE FIRST EVER RAISED ROWDY CO-BRANDED song and couldn’t be prouder to kick things off with Shelby! Hear her story and then hear her undeniable voice. Don’t say we didn’t tell ya… Shelby Raye is a STAR.

Get ready for a musical rollercoaster as Nicky T, Josh Terry, and Matt Burrill host a special episode of ‘The Raised Rowdy Podcast: Tales from the Front Row’ almost live from the heart of Florabama’s Bama Bash takeover! Our trio, armed with laughter and a love for the good stuff dive into casual, humorous conversations with a diverse lineup of artists gracing the Bama Bash stage. As each artist lends their unique chords and verses to the episode, the camaraderie and the charisma of the crowd amplify the Florabama’s legendary vibe. The gang talk about life and music, this episode […]