The Raised Rowdy Podcast

Rob Snyder does not pull punches, and neither does his recent project, "The Way That I Am". Ten artfully crafted songs which are better together than they are apart, we love everything about this album. Hear Rob describe the second half of the record in here and catch up with the first half in Episode 66.

Then go BUY the record and make an evening of listening to it end to end. You won't be disappointed.

Who are we to give an introduction to a guy like Jonathan Singleton?

Luckily we didn't have to. Jonathan took the reigns on this week's podcast, giving a detailed history (although we feel like he could tell stories about stories) of his growth into one of the premier songwriters on Music Row. Could you imagine writing an album that had multiple #1's and getting told it "didn't have a single"?

This is a fun one folks, don't miss out.

Dan Smalley is earnest in demeanor but with a consciousness that keeps him from being too serious or overbearing.  You could say he's a straight shooter but we'll let his new EP, If I'm Being Honest, do the talking.

We had a great time reviewing each track on the project with Dan.  Buy a copy 03/20 wherever you get your music.

What a weird, wild ride....Gabe Lee's simultaneous self awareness and focus lull you into introspection only to be shaken sober by quick, pointed wit.

We generally try to summarize topics here but screw it, if you don't listen it's on you.  Buy Farmland and Honky Tonk Hell (out 03/13). That is all.

It's always the biggest guys who know how to play it cool.  "Big" Rob Snyder is a musician at heart who started his journey to Nashville later than many, but has made up for lost time.

His Springsteen-esque crooning gives us southern charm by way of the Jersey Turnpike.  Check out his powerful new single, "The Way I Am", out now.

Ashland has a way of inspiring confidence.  From her run on The Voice to her quick ascension in Nashville, she can quickly capture your ear but has the smarts keep you listening.  So much so that she recently signed a pub deal and started her first tour with the likes of Morgan Wallen.  

Despite her "kick rocks" attitude, Ashland has a warmth and sense of gratitude that makes her honest in the best way possible. The sky is the limit for Ashland and we can't wait to see her star rise.

After we scooped him up in a parking lot, the talented Jason Nix kindly recorded this week's podcast in some off time from his duties on the Bootlegger Pre-Show. Jason's a seasoned tour veteran who's starting to get cuts by exciting rising stars (hear his version at the end of this episode) and has a few tracks of his own coming soon.  We're excited to see what awaits for one of the hardest working guys in the business.

From the classic Rinky Dinks in Washington, PA, Kyle Wilson of The WIlson Brothers' Band sits down with Nicky T to discuss making their first vinyl record, cross promotion of projects, and the importance supporting your peers in an ever evolving market. Don't forget to grab a steak dinner if you get the chance.

Sweet Home Sweden? The Devil Went Down to Stockholm?

We kid, but Swedish transplants David Henriksson and Karl-Johan Wigander both took the path less traveled to Nashville (ever heard of an "Alien with Extraordinary Ability"?).   Regardless of background, both have the chops to play with some of the biggest acts in country music.

Check them out on tour with Kyle Daniel and keep and eye out for David's upcoming project.

We saw Carly Rogers play twice in one weekend which was great by itself.  But having the opportunity to hear her perspective as an independent artist was truly inspirational.

Carly books (and logs) her own shows, and still manages to keep writing great new songs.  Not many are built for the treacherous path of independence, but Carly's strength and independence shine in everything she does. We're excited to  where this road takes her.