Whiskey Riff Raff
Whiskey Riff
A podcast by Whiskey Riff for the country fan. On 'Whiskey Riff Raff' buckle up for an unfiltered and unapologetic take on country music, life, sports, and all the craziness that comes with it. Laugh with us. Rant with us. Drink with us.
Cody Canada
A can't-miss episode with the legend himself, Cody Canada. Ahead of their sold-out reunion shows in Oklahoma and Texas, the former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman stops by the podcast to talk about what led them to finally get the band back together and how that all came to be, being a huge part of the rise of the Red Dirt scene when they were coming up, his career in music after Ragweed ended, raising kids who have the music bug and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and
Colby Acuff
Colby Acuff joins the podcast to talk about learning how to write songs from a young age and growing up in Idaho, the process of putting together an album, making his Grand Ole Opry debut, his passion for fly fishing and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ole 60
Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, Ole 60 frontman Jacob Young stops by the podcast to talk about their song "Thoughts Of You" blowing up on TikTok, his upbringing in Owensboro, Kentucky, where his musical inspirations come from, the band's live shows, life on the road and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sterling Elza
Up-and-comer Sterling Elza joins the podcast to talk about making his first album, breaking into the Texas music scene, some of his rock influences and other musical influences and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brooks & Dunn
Brought to you by Browning, legends Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn stop by the podcast ahead of releasing their 'Reboot II' album this Friday to talk about the new project, life before they became a massively successful country group, important advice from Merle Haggard about why they needed to stick together as a duo, some of their musical influences and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-
Chase Rice
Brought to you by our friends at Browning, Chase Rice joins the podcast to talk about playing at 'Concert For Carolina' and the devastation in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina from Hurricane Helene, the evolution of his music over the years and his new album 'Go Down Singin,' already working on new music and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
William Clark Green
Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, William Clark Green joins the podcast to talk about his recent release "Whole Lotta Lubbock," putting on his annual Cotton Fest, performing while holding a baby kangaroo during Larry Joe Taylor’s Texas Music Festival this year, being part of the Texas music scene and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cody Jinks
Brought to you by our friends at Browning, Cody Jinks joins the podcast to talk about his recent release 'Backside of 30,' plans for more new music soon, being called a modern day outlaw, getting sober, being a dad, his forthcoming book and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ashland Craft
Ashland Craft stops by the podcast to talk about being on 'The Voice' and having Miley Cyrus as her coach, releasing her debut album 'Travelin' Kind,' her new song "Morning Person," opening for Cody Johnson, plans to release new music, her songwriting process and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Randall King
Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, Randall King stops by the podcast to talk about his new album 'Into The Neon,' getting his start in country music, his love for all things honky tonk, some of his full-circle career moments, comparisons to George Strait and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Larry Fleet
Brought to you by our friends at Field & Stream Music Fest, Larry Fleet joins the podcast to talk about songwriting and penning his #1 hit for Morgan Wallen and Eric Church "Man Made A Bar," being a dad, launching his own podcast 'Highway Feet,' being friends with professional golfer John Daly, playing Field & Stream Music Fest next month, his favorite outdoor activities and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no
Gavin Adcock
Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, former Georgia Southern football player turned country artist Gavin Adcock talks about his time play college football, his debut album 'Actin' Up Again' and why he releases new music so frequently, his rowdy live shows and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kolby Cooper
Brought to you by our friends at Louisiana's Sugar Bowl Country Kickoff, Texas rocker Kolby Cooper stopped by the podcast once again to talk about life on the road, being a dad to three young children, noodlin' during his time off, his love for the late, great Toby Keith and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kaitlin Butts
Kaitlin Butts joins the podcast to talk about her new album 'Roadrunner!' and how the music of 'Oklahoma!' inspired her, her current headlining tour, murder ballads, having a nip slip on camera and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Riley Green
Country star Riley Green returns to the podcast to talk about his most recent album 'Ain't My Last Rodeo,' life on the road and his dog Carl, his performing style, girls throwing bras at him and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ryan Blaney
We battled some audio issues at Nashville Superspeedway ahead of the Ally 400 to discuss reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney's season so far, his dad's influence on his racing career, how he uses the bathroom during a race, meeting the Whiskey Myers guys, potentially writing a country song with Cole Swindell and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chase Elliot
We battled some audio issues at Nashville Superspeedway ahead of the Ally 400 this past weekend and spoke to NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott about his driving style and approach to racing, how his dad, the great Bill Elliott, influenced his love for the sport, his favorite kind of country music, what it's like to be friends with Eric Church and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
49 Winchester
49 Winchester frontman Isaac Gibson and bassist Chase Chafin stop by the podcast to talk about songwriting, their career trajectory and upgrading from a van to a tour bus, their forthcoming album 'Leavin' This Holler,' and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dierks Bentley
Country star Dierks Bentley stops by the podcast to talk about his forthcoming 'Gravel & Gold' tour, some of his favorite music, how he was influenced by and incorporates bluegrass into his own sound, his many side projects, forming the Hot Country Knights and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Lost Dog Street Band
Frontman of Lost Dog Street Band Benjamin Tod stops by the podcast to talk about growing up in Nashville and Kentucky, his writing process and honesty in music, making his Grand Ole Opry debut, the rising popularity of country music, being a Green Bay Packers fan, some of his hobbies and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tyler Halverson
Ahead of his Grand Ole Opry debut, Tyler Halverson joined the podcast to talk about his small town roots, musical heroes and influences and much more. He also answers everyone's burning question — when we can expect new music.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shane Smith & The Saints
Ahead of their Grand Ole Opry debut, frontman Shane Smith of Shane Smith & The Saints talks about grinding out on the road for years and building a passionate fan base, releasing a new album 'Norther' this year, his influences and favorite music, goals for the future and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Red Clay Strays
Brough to you by our friends at Laurel Cove Music Festival, Red Clay Strays frontman Brandon Coleman and guitarist Drew Nix join the the podcast for the first time to talk about headlining Laurel Cove this year and what they're looking forward to about playing there again, the viral success of "Wondering Why," a new album coming soon and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Flatland Cavalry
Brought to you by our friends at Rebels & Renegades Festival, Flatland Cavalry frontman Cleto Cordero and drummer Jason Albers stop by the podcast again to talk about playing at Rebels & Renegades this year, opening for Luke Combs on his 2023 world tour, getting to meet Willie Nelson, fans fighting during shows, their new album dropping later this year, hangover cures and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-
Randy + Wade
Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers stop by the podcast again to talk about their new project 'Hold My Beer, Vol. 3.,' their friend Miranda Lambert and "photo-gate," the Texas music scene and their friendship over the years, hanging out in Cabo at Casey Donahew's Boots On The Beach festival, writing with Koe Wetzel at the Sonic Ranch, their hangover cures and much, much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jake Worthington
Texas native Jake Worthington stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about his recent self-titled debut studio album, working with Ronnie Dunn, his neotraditional sound and how important country music is to him, being invited by Marty Stuart to make his Grand Ole Opry debut, getting to open for Lainey Wilson at Red Rocks and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ella Langley
One of country music's most exciting young artists, Ella Langley, stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about her debut studio EP 'Excuse the Mess,' working with Koe Wetzel on "That's Why We Fight" and how it came to be, growing up in Alabama and some her musical influences, her writing process, playing college bars and moving to Nashville to pursue music, and so much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-
Colby Acuff Opry
In a very special edition of the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast, Flatland Cavalry frontman Cleto Cordero surprises Colby Acuff with an invitation to make his Grand Ole Opry debut.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matt Miller
Presented by Laurel Cove Music Festival, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst & Insider Matt Miller stops by the podcast for a very special episode ahead of the 2023 NFL draft to talk football, a little country music, give analysis on some of his draft picks, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Charles Wesley Godwin #2
Charles Wesley Godwin stops by the podcast for the second time to talk about his new record deal with Big Loud and what led him to sign with a Nashville label, his plans for new music this year and dropping his new album 'Family Ties,' opening for Zach Bryan, how he makes his live shows memorable, his love for George Strait and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Logan Halstead
West Virginia native Logan Halstead stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about growing up in Appalachia and how his surroundings fostered his love of music from a young age, the storytelling element to his writing, his fan-favorite song "Dark Black Coal" and his forthcoming debut album, his 2023 touring schedule and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ernest
Ernest stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about his new album FLOWER SHOPS (THE ALBUM): Two Dozen Roses and working with Dean Dillon on "What Have I Got To Lose," how he got his start as a rapper and growing up in Nashville, opening for Morgan Wallen on his 2023 world tour, writing with Koe Wetzel, his new farm in Tennessee, his plans to put out more new music this year and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar
Opry Deal
Steve and Wes talk about the new partnership between Whiskey Riff and Opry Entertainment Group, what it means for the future and continuing to support artists we love alongside the Grand Ole Opry, some of the ideas in the works and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Muscadine Bloodline
Charlie and Gary of Muscadine Bloodline stop by the podcast ahead of release day for their new album 'Teenage Dixie' to talk about making it as an independent act, their Alabama roots and the inspiration behind the record, why they haven't signed a deal with a major label, opening for Eric Church this year, NFL and college football, the upcoming baseball season, their 2023 schedule and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:
Cole Chaney
Cole Chaney stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about making music and how he got into it, growing up in Kentucky, some of his memorable performances, his favorite kinds of bourbon, the storytelling aspect to his songs, his definition of a holler, hangover cures, his plans for 2023 and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jesse Daniel
Jesse stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about growing up in small town California, getting into country music and how he fell in love with it, his struggle with alcohol and getting sober, living in Texas now, his love for the outdoors, hunting and fishing, getting his catalytic converter stolen Ohio, his plans for 2023, covering Waylon Jennings, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in
Ben Burgess
To close out 2022, Ben Burgess stopped by the podcast for the first time to talk about his debut studio album 'Tears the Size of Texas,' getting out of a bad recording contract and moving to Nashville to pursue country music, writing for people like Lil Wayne, the Jonas Brothers and Morgan Wallen, Morgan's insane career trajectory over the last couple years, making the transition to being an artist, opening for and hanging out with Koe Wetzel, looking up to George Strait as one of
49 Winchester
Presented by Templeton Distillery, 49 Winchester frontman Isaac Gibson stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about making music in Appalachia and all the good stuff coming from that region right now, his unique process for how he goes about writing and recording songs with his band, the Nashville industry and being an independent artist making country music, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy
Riley Green
Presented by Templeton Distillery, Riley Green returns to the podcast to talk about this year's college football season, growing up in small town Jacksonville, Alabama, some of his most memorable hunts, writing songs that fit his style while still trying to get a hit on country radio, his go-to drink on stage, his plans for releasing new music, opening for Luke Combs on his world tour next year and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/
Kolby Cooper #2
Kolby Cooper returns to the podcast to talk the new album, 'Boy From Anderson County To The Moon,' how the cover art came to be, his favorite sad country song, Waylon Jennings, being dads and raising toddlers, smoking a joint ahead of his Grand Ole Opry debut, radio tour, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Justin Moore #2
Presented by our friends at Templeton Distillery, Justin Moore stops by the podcast for the second time to talk about parenting, living in his hometown in Arkansas, how social media has become a big part of the country music industry and how streaming has changed the way they put music out, why the ratings at major country award shows are dropping, writing "Bait a Hook" about Ben Roethlisberger, his Arkansas Razorbacks and this season of college football, having Matthew McConaughey on his podcas
Country Central
Our friends Benji and Josh at Country Central join the podcast for the first time to talk about the current state of country music, sharing opinions about different artists and songs on their Instagram page, the importance of authenticity in the music business, independent artists and the different ways you can shape a solid career, some of their current favorite artists, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n
Randall King
The great Randall King is BACK. Presented by our friends at Templeton Distillery, Randall joins the podcast for the second time to talk about growing up in small town West Texas and how that influences his music still today, the different regions of the Lone Star state and what makes each setting unique, transitioning to Nashville from the Texas country scene and making the music he's passionate about in Music City, the wild high speed chase that ended at his show a couple weeks ago, and much mo
American Aquarium
American Aquarium frontman BJ Barham stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about their new studio album 'Chicamacomico,' his career trajectory and how he's achieved success over the last 16 years, his friend Tyler Childers and his process of making music, the current state of mainstream country music, some of his favorite artists in the genre, the amount of consistent hard work it takes to make it in the industry, his relationship with the guys of Turnpike Troubadours, and how fun it w
Lukas Nelson
Lukas Nelson stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about working on the soundtrack for and playing in 'A Star is Born' alongside Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, some of his favorite artists in country right now, how he chipped his tooth playing guitar and why he never got it fixed, how his dad, the legendary Willie Nelson, is his favorite songwriter and his mission to carry on that legacy through his own music, and the new album Lukas has in the works.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.
Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel stops by the podcast for the third time to talk about all the new music he has coming soon, his version of the wild strip club story with Parker McCollum, playing a couple shows with Snoop Dogg, potentially collaborating with Post Malone one day, getting arrested in New Braunfels, Texas over Fourth of July weekend years ago, his golf game, and his vision for the country album he's working on now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at
Matt Miller
ESPN NFL Draft Analyst and Insider Matt Miller joins the podcast for the first time to talk about the difficulty of predicting a players success in the NFL, Texas football and the upcoming college season, Peyton and Eli Manning on 'Monday Night Football,' seeing the Turnpike Troubadours live at Red Rocks earlier this year, his favorite kinds of beer, working in sports journalism and being professional in the locker room, and his picks to win the NCAA College Football National Championsh
Cody Canada
The legend himself, former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman Cody Canada, stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about seeing George Strait perform live for the first time when he was four years old, getting to know Evan Felker and watching his journey to sobriety, the streaming bump for Cross Canadian Ragweed after Koe Wetzel put out "Ragweed," the recent reboot of CCR's 2004 'Soul Gravy' album, being friends with Dierks Bentley and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an
Arlo McKinley
Arlo McKinley stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about his brand new album 'This Mess We're In,' what it means to be "country" and why he's never moved to Nashville, working with Tyler Childers and getting to know him as a friend, some of his own struggles and working through issues in his personal life, and how the impact his music has on people has kept him going throughout his career.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/
Caitlyn Smith
Caitlyn Smith returns to the podcast for the second time to talk about her new studio album, 'High,' taking a shot with George Strait and Vince Vaughn, getting through a hangover when you have young kids, one of the craziest moments she's experienced during a show, opening for (and getting high with) Willie Nelson, writing with Miley Cyrus, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Amber Balcaen
ARCA Menards Series driver Amber Balcaen stops by the podcast for the first time to talk about working with Busch beer for their 'Accelerate Her' program, being a women in the world of motorsports and working hard to earn her spot, her time on CMT's reality show 'Racing Wives', the true physicality of racing, how much goes into preparing for a race, and how much some of the biggest NASCAR sponsorships in all four series of the sport really cost.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and
Sundy Best
Sundy Best's Nick and Kris stopped by for the first time to talk about the great music coming out of Kentucky right now, growing up in the Bluegrass State and how it influenced their music, taking time apart as a band to grow as individuals, hearing their song "Painted Blue" covered by 'American Idol' winner Noah Thompson, remaining independent artists and staying true to their Appalachian roots, and new music coming soon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not
Parker McCollum
Parker McCollum returns to the podcast to talk about opening for Eric Church, meeting King George, John Mayer's influence on his music, his move from being an independent artist in Texas to signing with a major label in Nashville, Zach Bryan's rise to country music stardom, working out with Cam Hanes and recording a song with Ronnie Dunn for his forthcoming album, '100 Proof Neon.'See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se
Jon Pardi
Jon Pardi returns to the podcast to talk about finishing up his fourth studio album in Key West, his recent collaboration with Midland on "Longneck Way To Go," the upside to a hangover and how he cures one, his new Pardi Batch 112 Bourbon, hanging out with Kid Rock, as well as his upcoming summer tour with Lainey Wilson and Hailey Whitters. Professional cornhole player Matt Guy also joins us to talk about being the greatest of all time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ
Whiskey Myers
Cody Cannon and John Jeffers of Whiskey Myers return to the podcast to talk about opening for the Rolling Stones at Soldier Field, their new Red Handed Bourbon, the 'Yellowstone' effect, their unconventional songwriting process, as well as their forthcoming studio album, 'Tornillo.'See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Wade Bowen
Wade Bowen returns to the podcast to talk dive bars, Eric Church canceling a show in Texas, playing with Miranda Lambert, Rangers baseball, the 'Hold My Beer' project with Randy Rogers, he reveals plans for his new album and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hailey Whitters
The great Hailey Whitters, joins the podcast to discuss her new album 'Raised,' growing up in Iowa, her grandfather the "Grassman," the boys back home, touring with Jon Pardi, Iowa staples Busch Light and Casey's Pizza, garage beers, the grind of being an independent artist, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Wheeler Walker Jr
The man, the myth, the legend... the great Wheeler Walker Jr. joins the podcast to discuss his new album, 'Sex, Drugs, and Country Music,' getting kicked out of the Country Music Hall of Fame for protesting Florida Georgia Line, his favorite cities to meet women, becoming the "real" king of country, pop country trash, the government spying on us, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
William Clark Green
William Clark Green joins the podcast to discuss his new album, 'Baker Hotel,' the legend behind the iconic hotel in Mineral Wells, ghost hunting, the wildness of the Larry Joe Taylor Fest, Garth Brooks, the best parts of Texas, the new Panhandlers album, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shane Smith
The Shane Smith & The Saints frontman joins the podcast to discuss the Yellowstone Effect, going on tour with Whiskey Myers, the crazy story of how his dog and truck were stolen, recording in a desert storm near the Mexican border, "Pancho & Lefty," and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Joe Nichols
Joe Nichols joins the podcast to discuss his new album, 'Good Day For Living,' pressure to chase trends, how you couldn't play "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off" today, his "Baby Got Back" cover, peeing on stage, Chris Stapleton blowing up, sports gambling, drinking a little too much back in the day, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ronnie Dunn
The legendary Ronnie Dunn joins the podcast to talk about his new single, "Broken Neon Hearts," as well as his upcoming album, collaborating with Parker McCollum, his new publishing venture, Alan Jackson's 1994 ACM performance, music videos with Dale Earnhardt, the only time he fought with Kix Brooks, hog hunting from a helicopter, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Josh Meloy
Oklahoma native Josh Meloy joins the podcast to discuss coming up in the Red Dirt scene, murder ballads, Garth Brooks, his cover of "Simple Man," wanting to be Cody Canada before he found his own sound, new music, drinking Malört, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dusty Slay
Stand-up comedian Dusty Slay joins the podcast to talk about his appearance on newest season of Netflix's 'The Standups,' growing up in a trailer park, the comedy scene in Nashville, his comedy heroes, bombing on stage, looking like the Walmart Billy Ray Cyrus, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Colby Acuff
Colby Acuff joins the podcast to talk about growing up in Idaho, his hunt for a Miller Lite sponsorship, Eric Church's phenomenal live show, fans getting mad when an artist blows up, how to book shows when you're starting out, recording his new album at the Sonic Ranch, escaping out to the woods, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jake Murphy
Jake Murphy, tour manager for Kody West and host of On Tour Outdoors, talks the life of a tour manager, getting stranded in a snowstorm on the way to Steamboat, how he got his start as a tour manager with Parker McCollum, taking a 1000mg edible, hunting with Koe Wetzel, Parker McCollum and more, the grueling nature of elk hunting in Colorado, bucket list hunts, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dylan Wheeler
The very talented Dylan Wheeler joins to the podcast to discuss his powerhouse voice, hammering the road, playing with (and drinking too much) with Koe Wetzel, his Evermore EP, getting altitude sickness on a Colorado hunt, the upcoming album, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dillon Carmichael
Rising star Dillon Carmichael joins the podcast to talk about his new album 'Son Of A,' working with Jon Pardi as a producer, growing up with John Michael and Eddie Montgomery for uncles, the phenomenal artists coming out of Kentucky right now, the bourbon scene, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jason Boland
The great Jason Boland joins the podcast to discuss his phenomenal alien abduction concept album, 'The Light Saw Me,' coming up in red dirt scene, working with Shooter Jennings, songwriters vs entertainers, examining the existential nature of concepts like love and consciousness, fungi and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jefferson White of Yellowstone
Jefferson White joins the podcast to discuss his journey as Jimmy Hurdstrom on the hit series Yellowstone, working with Taylor Sheridan, the immense talent of Ryan Bingham, learning how to rope and ride, stunt doubles, people yelling "shut the fuck up Jimmy" when he's walking down the street, the new 6666's spinoff, wearing boots, the Yellowstone soundtrack, hosting the new Yellowstone companion podcast and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti
Charles Wesley Godwin
The very talented Charles Wesley Godwin discusses his phenomenal new album 'How The Mighty Fall,' John Denver and growing up in West Virginia, playing his first gig in Estonia, the meteoric rise of Zach Bryan, fly fishing, college football, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Logan Mize
Logan Mize joins the podcast for a third time to discuss his new album 'Welcome to Prairieville,' his Coldplay cover, how artists can regret recording certain songs, his Opry debut, artists that should make a traditional country record, the struggling Kansas City Chiefs, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Runaway June
Runaway June joins the podcast to discuss their epic "Catfight" prank on Luke Bryan, creepy DMs, their new Backstory EP, choosing the right single for radio, Natalie Stovall's dynamic addition to the band, hangover cures, pressure to conform to trends, the out of touch people in power on Music Row, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rich O'Toole
Rich O'Toole joins the podcast to discuss the hotly debated beans in chili, alcohol and its effect on mental health, coming up in the Texas country scene, authenticity in country music, the term "Americana," the comparisons between pro baseball and making music, living in New York City, gambling, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jon Wolfe
Jon Wolfe talks his new album 'Dos Corazones,' his writing retreat on the Mexican border, spending time Cabo, trading Wall St. for country music, Juan Lobo tequila, meeting Merle Haggard, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tilden Hooper
Presented by Cinch Jeans, the great Tilden Hooper joined the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast for a great conversation on all things rodeo. We talked how he got his start in rodeo, despite not being from a rodeo family, the grueling nature of the sport, staying healthy and combating injuries, going one on one with a horse, buckle bunnies, mustaches, his appearances on Yellowstone, barfights, Texas hangover breakfasts, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California
Aaron Watson
Aaron Watson joins the podcast to talk his new single "Crash Landing," his upcoming album, staying independent, Luke Bryan opening for him, the cookie cutter country music news outlets, the politics of the industry, how major labels are all about money, private gigs, covering John Mayer, the greatness of Charlie Worsham, Keith Urban approaching him at the ACM Awards, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no
Flatland Cavalry
Cleto and Jason from Flatland Cavalry joins us to discuss their new album, 'Welcome To Countryland,' how the band got started in West Texas, Cleto's work with the Panhandlers, having nightmares about missing class, comparisons to Turnpike Troubadours, moving to Nashville, opening for Luke Combs, Crocs, meeting your heroes, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Muscadine Bloodline
Gary & Charlie of Muscadine Bloodline talk their new song "Dyin' For A Livin'," finding their identity with the new album, the good and the bad of being an independent band, the TikTok game, the price of fame, comparing yourself to others, staying present, the pride in discovering new artists, the success of 'Porch Swing Angel,' Gary's wedding, the Cubs debacle, utilizing your influence, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p
Scotty McCreery
Scotty McCreery talks tailgating at the Hurricanes game, the rules of day drinking, beating Darius Rucker at golf, J-Lo and his days of American Idol, accidentally bringing a gun to the airport, the headaches of flying, airport beers, his new album 'Same Truck,' George Strait and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Charlie Worsham
The crazy talented Charlie Worsham joins the podcast to talk his new EP, 'Sugarcane,' the ins and outs of being a Nashville session musician, working on Eric Church's 'Heart & Soul' records, his sweat-soaked performance in Ernest Tubb Record Shop at 116 degrees, working with the great Jay Joyce, "Fist Through This Town" and the frustrations of making it in music, touring with Vince Gill and Old Crow Medicine Show, TikTok, pregnancy playlists and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva
RC & Hank Of Turnpike Troubadours
RC Edwards & Hank Early of Turnpike Troubadours discuss RC & The Ambers' upcoming album 'Big Country,' the pandemonium over a potential Turnpike reunion, "space cowboy warlock line dance music," the nuances of the Texas and Red Dirt scenes, hunting for Bigfoot in Oklahoma, baking bread, life on the road, the weirder the dive bar the better, Sublime tribute bands, how Oklahoma doesn't get credit for producing a ton of country superstars, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art
Pecos & The Rooftops
Pecos Hurley joins the podcast to talk the origin of the band, the haunted attic in his new house, partying with Koe Wetzel, hangover cures, his old ESPN scouting report, his time in the Marines and why Hawaii has the best weed in America, watching "This Damn Song" blow up, post-show parking lot brawls, fans throwing stuff on stage, their upcoming album 'Cabin Fever' and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my
Brooke Eden
Brooke Eden discusses her decision to come out as a queer country music artist, the initial pushback from the powers that be, her new single "Got No Choice," inspiring others to come out, her engagement to longtime girlfriend Hilary, having too many drinks before a performance, opening up for Garth Brooks, Garth's dad strength, performing at the Opry with Trisha Yearwood, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#
Kolby Cooper
Fresh off a record deal, Kolby Cooper discusses his new single "Excuses," writing heartbreakers as a happily married man, blacking out with Koe Wetzel, playing private shows (AKA some rich guy's house), George Brett's phenomenal landscaping, Alan Jackson, "Cannonball," performing at bars underage, beer-drinkin' foreign exchange students, high school football, the struggles of being a Yankees fan, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar
Travis Tritt
The legendary Travis Tritt joins us to talk his iconic "WWE" style back in the day, his new album 'Set In Stone,' smoking in bars and payphones, still getting nervous before a show, inexperienced new artists, writing your own songs, "It's A Great Day To Be Alive," Twitter trolls, tequila shots with Guy Fieri, the career-changing advice Waylon Jennings gave him, recording with Dave Cobb, touring with Brooks & Dunn, the Kentucky Derby and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca
John R. Miller
John R. Miller joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming album 'Depreciated,' working with Tyler Childers, growing up in West Virginia, the struggles of the road, drinking vodka for breakfast, moving to Nashville and getting sober, psychedelics, accidentally doing DMT, sustainable gardening and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Vincent Neil Emerson
Vincent Neil Emerson joins us to discuss his upcoming self-titled album, being compared to John Prine, working alongside Rodney Crowell and Colter Wall, his musical heroes, sad country songs, if aliens are real, the best BBQ in Texas and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jon Randall
Jon Randall discusses his stellar Marfa Tapes project alongside Miranda Lambert and Jack Ingram, drinking tequila and hitting record, the "rawness" of the project, the changing Nashville scene, authenticity, producing for Dierks Bentley and Parker McCollum, writing "Whiskey Lullaby," watered down country radio, when country music became a "party," discovering Tyler Childers way back in the day, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1
Drew Parker
Drew Parker joins the podcast to discuss writing hits for Luke Combs, how Cody Johnson might have the best live show in the business, the revitalization of the '90s country sound, how authenticity always wins, his Randy Travis shoutout, challenging Chris Stapleton to the ice bucket challenge, Post Malone, the wild Chris Gaines/Garth Brooks saga, and a ton more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Cody Johnson
Cody Johnson announces the release of his upcoming double album, 'Human.' Discusses his search for '90s country songs, his upcoming 'Dear Rodeo' documentary, being "too rodeo for radio," why he will always support veterans and first responders, maintaining creative control after his record deal, authenticity and not chasing trends, the "sellout" conversation, getting into the cologne game, ropin' and ridin', meeting your heroes, hangover cures, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art
Chase Bryant
Chase Bryant details his comeback to country music, his suicide attempt, his frustrations with the major-label music industry, pressures to conform to the industry molds, losing yourself in the midst of chasing success, moving back to Texas, his upcoming album, creative freedom, his newfound joy in making music, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ryan Blaney
NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney joins us to talk the recent growth of NASCAR, the misconceptions about the sport, his dog Sturgill, meeting Tyler Childers and Colter Wall, NASCAR/driving songs, what he would listen to in the car, racing hungover, peeing during a race, his pre-race routine, appearing in movies, inviting Reba to his Championship party and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen
Two of Texas' finest, Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen, join us to discuss their incredible 'Hold My Beer' project, fans bringing a full-size fridge to a show, slapping the bag, the Rangers game with Koe Wetzel, the craziness of Larry Joe Taylor Fest, the struggle of being a musician in Austin these days, the Texas vs Nashville comparisons, trying to make money solely as a songwriter, the mythical George Strait, McConaughey for President, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C
Jameson Rodgers
Jameson joins the podcast to discuss his journey in country music, torture shots, Luke Combs tour pranks, his "celebrity" softball team with Morgan Wallen, Hardy and more, pooping your pants on stage, the career of Luke Combs, the pressure to fit the Nashville mold, the greatness of Eric Church, his Mount Rushmore of Country Music, heartbreaking dog songs, his upcoming EP, dad beers, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva
Triston Marez
Rising star Triston Marez talks the not so glamorous world of cutting your teeth on Broadway, performing underage and sneaking beers in a guitar case, throwing panties on stage, Texas vs Nashville, recording a song with Ronnie Dunn, battling hangovers, the legendary Larry Joe Taylor Fest, his upcoming self-titled album, influences like Cody Johnson and Aaron Watson, staying true to his Texas roots, Garth Brooks burying bodies, our '90s country festival and more. See Privacy P
Tracy Lawrence
The great Tracy Lawrence talks his legendary mullet, that incredible '90s country style, we check out some throwback glamour shots, he reveals how "Paint Me A Birmingham" is actually NOT about the city in Alabama, why publishers are dumbing down songs these days, drinking Justin Moore's band under the table, good songs coming out of the pandemic, the rawness of live music, how he was shot four times trying to stop a robbery, his upcoming 30th anniversary albums (three of them), and
Grady Smith
YouTuber Grady Smith sits down to talk the greatness of Alan Jackson, how "likeability" plays a factor in reviewing music, the Nashville "bubble," viewing music like a sports fan, artists falling out of the spotlight, bad production ruining a good song, workout tunes, the good, the bad and the ugly of country music TikTok, the insanity of Chris Gaines, Travis Tritt making a comeback, dreaming up an all '90s country festival, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California
Walker Montgomery
Walker Montgomery talks his new single "She Don't Know," his country music lineage with dad John Michael and his uncle Eddie Montgomery, moving to Nashville, managing hangovers, Matthew McConaughey, the passing of Troy Gentry, relatability in country music, looking up to Luke Combs and Randall King, getting back on the road, his Rolls Royce, drinking bourbon, the Kentucky Derby and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr
Caitlyn Smith
Caitlyn Smith reflects on making 14-hour drives between Minnesota to Nashville, years and years of hearing "no" about her songs, "This Town Is Killing Me," Nashville bars, champagne hangovers, utilizing wine and/or edibles to enhance songwriting, opening for George Strait and Tim Mcgraw, how Google Maps inspired "Tacoma," Garth Brooks being the ultimate "dad," her first radio single with Old Dominion and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:
Kat Hasty
Rising star Kat Hasty joins us to discuss her viral ascent to fame, the comparisons to Zach Bryan who she recently hung out with in Washington, meeting the great Shooter Jennings, utilizing TikTok and social media to grow her brand, the pitfalls of the party life, her photo with Post Malone, Nashville vs Texas, why she doesn't listen to music that much, Ryan Bingham, Texas boys, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do
Slade Coulter
Lubbock, Texas, native Slade Coulter sits down to talk all things Texas country, the influence of Whiskey Myers, the brutal Texas cold snap, hanging out with Zach Bryan, drunk-singing Turnpike in an elevator, graduating in a class of nine, small town life and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Lainey Wilson
We battle a tough internet connection to talk Lainey's new album "Sayin' What I'm Thinkin', working with Jay Joyce, navigating the world of Tik Tok, earning your hat, "bell bottom country" and more. Pick up Lainey's new album 'Sayin' What I'm Thinkin'' HERE: https://laineywilson.lnk.to/SWITSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Heath Sanders
Heath Sanders talks about his journey from the oil fields to a major label record deal, the resurgence of traditional country led by Luke Combs and Riley Green, his 'Common Ground' EP, tuning out the news, meeting your heroes, the Ozarks, Britney Spears, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hippies & Cowboys
We reunite with Garrett and Mike from the Hippies and Cowboys Podcast to talk the Morgan Wallen controversy, the overused "Outlaw" term in country music, Sturgill, Luke, Billy Strings and the potential for a bluegrass resurgence, the restrictions of Music Row, Malort, Canadian beers, who we're listening to and more.
Granger Smith
Granger Smith talks his new album 'Country Things,' being a Texas country "sellout," the viral hit "D-ed Down In Dallas," the recipe for a COVID-safe country concert, performing in Iraq, Earl Dibbles Jr., his brother's appearance on 'The Bachelorette,' going to Walmart in slippers, and great quote from Teddy Roosevelt and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Riley Green
Riley Green finds out "Paint Me A Birmingham" isn't about Alabama, talks hunting during quarantine, his Golden Saw Series, Morgan Wallen and navigating fame, supporting other artists, recording his unreleased songs, playing shows during COVID and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tennessee Jet
Tennessee Jet goes deep into the songwriting industry with "track guys," coked up "hype guys," pub deals and more, Sam Hunt, nice guys that make sh*tty music, escapism, artists vs singers, writing with Cody Jinks, old school outlaws vs the social media microscope of today, cancel culture, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Josh Abbott
Josh Abbott talks his upcoming album 'The Highway Kind,' his Texas supergroup The Panhandlers, cutting his teeth at Texas Tech, the Nashville mainstream embracing the Texas sound, Kane Brown performing the Cowboy's halftime show, Blue Light shots, TikTok artists, Coke & peanuts, being a father and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brent Cobb
Brent Cobb talks the new album 'Keep Em' On They Toes,' writing songs with Luke Bryan, making country music for grown folks, psychedelics and mental health, getting pulled over for dipping in LA, his cousin Dave Cobb, Whiskey Myers and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Randall King
Randall King talks writing with Garth Brooks, where Garth is hiding bodies, Texas country music, staying true to his sound after a Nashville record deal, his upcoming EP named after his sister Leanna and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Carly Pearce
Carly talks writing with Luke Combs on her latest #1 single, her public divorce from Michael Ray, playing concerts during COVID, the tragic death of her producer Busbee, her new single "Next Girl," the media's narrative of women in country, Morgan Wallen's Bama incident and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Josh Turner
Josh Turner discusses the current state of country music, artists not respecting the history of the genre, his new cover album, working with Randy Travis, Clemson football, growing a great beard, not chasing trends and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Drake White
Drake White talks the road to recovery from his brain condition, his endorsement from The Rock, streaming shows during the pandemic, building fans, a new lease on life and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Joshua Ray Walker
Joshua Ray Walker joins us to discuss making music in light of COVID, drive-in shows, making money on Spotify and other streaming services, writing songs that resonate, boat show girls, Cody Jinks selling out Red Rocks, '90s country music, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Eric Church Jack Daniel's Review
We crack open our bottle of Eric Church's new single barrel Jack Daniel's, do a quick taste test and catch up on some country music news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Charley Crockett
Ahead of his new album 'Welcome To Hard Times,' Charley Crockett joins us to share his compelling musical journey. He talks growing up in Texas, performing on the street in New Orleans, subways in New York, busking in Paris and other cities across Europe, grinding it out to form a real and authentic identity in country music, Sturgill Simpson, the term "Americana," "real" country music and more. Presented by Lone River Ranch WaterSee Pri
Muscadine Bloodline
Gary and Charlie from Muscadine Bloodline join us to talk all things country music, record deals, trying to get married during COVID, their new record and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jake Owen
Jake Owen joins the podcast to talk touring in light of COVID, fatherhood during his time off, golfing in Florida, quitting drinking, traditional country music and a lot more. He also performs a cover of Alan Jackson's "Job Description."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hippies & Cowboys
The fellas from Hippies & Cowboys join us to talk all things country music. The Chase Rice controversy, concerts in light of COVID-19, guilty pleasure songs, where we draw the line on "country" music, indie artists and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Koe Wetzel
We battle a tough internet connection as Koe drives through Oklahoma, but on this episode we talk the new record deal, breaking a studio door, wine hangovers, a full-blown country record on the way... and we're going to do another podcast soon to make up for the bad connection, so stay tuned.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Lainey Wilson
Lainey Wilson joins us to talk country music in the midst of quarantine, drinking whiskey, the beaver in her yard, Ashley McBryde, her new puppy "Hippie," building a real audience, writing over Zoom and Louisiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Justin Moore
Day drinks with Justin Moore as we talk baseball's return, airport beers, flying hungover, the music industry and Covid-19, his lethal handshake, moving out of Nashville, and a bunch more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ronnie Dunn
The legendary Ronnie Dunn joins us to talk about the glory days of '90s country, his iconic "cowboy" tattoo, the 'ReDunn' and 'Reboot' projects and how he has a new '90s country project on the way.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jon Wolfe
Jon Wolfe joins the podcast to break down the tequila business, Juan Lobo tequila, Texas country music, the cheating Astros, tequila hangovers, trading on the Chicago commodities floor and trips to Mexico.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kip Moore
Kip Moore joins the podcast to talk his new record 'Wild World,' weighs in on the current state of country music in light of Covid-19, addresses protests and racial equality, and performs "Janie Blue." We enjoy an eclectic mix of alcoholic beverages. Watch our Zoom interview here: https://www.facebook.com/whiskeyriff/posts/4199192486787689See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in
"Horny" For Live Music
Kenny Chesney says fans are "horny" for live music, he postpones his tour until 2021, what concerts will look like when they eventually return, Garth Brooks STILL not releasing his album, dating and meeting new people during these times, what's next for "live" music, and plenty more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Drinking in Quarantine
We're back (Steve is now a dad, and there's a global pandemic going on...). And we're drinking. All the time. That's all there is to do right now. From the garage beer fridge beer, to pretending your house is a country festival, drinking is getting all of us through quarantine. Drink a few with us...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tequila Review of The Rock's Teremana
A review of The Rock's new tequila, Teremana, which is perfect for these crazy times when you don't want to feel your face. We also briefly discuss "boyfriend country."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Remembering Joe Diffie
A giveaway for the listeners, and we remember the late, great, soundtrack to our lives growing up - Joe Diffie. RIP, Pickup Man.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Quarantine, Country, & Crazy Times
Whoa. Where do you start. We're living in crazy times - we discuss everything from country music to sports to the grocery stores when it comes to the Coronavirus pandemic. Be safe and be smart out there. Cheers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ryan Hurd
Ryan Hurd joins us to talk about Corona and 38% of Americans being scared to drink it because of Coronavirus (we also drink Corona), how the pregnancy with Maren has been from his position as the soon-to-be father, Cubs baseball, Houston cheating, songwriting, growing a fan base, the "fake it 'til you make it" Nashville people, and plenty more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
FGL Wants "Yummy" Bieber Money, Turnpike Tribute, Strait & Church Hangover Cures
We discuss the new remix of "Yummy" by Justin Bieber and Florida Georgia Line, a great tweet and concept album honoring Turnpike Troubadours, hangover cures by George Strait and Eric Church, and celebrity booze brands. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 152 - Sam Hunt Samples the '50s, Festival Shakeup, Dad Beers, and V-Day
We discuss the new Sam Hunt music and what people are saying, the massive country fest shakeup, dad beers and the best beers ranked, and Valentine's Day.
Artists We Miss, And a Revival
Where are they now? We discuss some artists we miss hearing and a new 90's country band (Hot Country Knights) bringing us back to the stuff we grew up on.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 150 - 'The Bachelor' and Country Music
New year, new season of 'The Bachelor,' new bullsh*t. Jake Owen writes a song inspired by Hannah Brown. Country artists with "connections" to the show. Let's drink and chat about Peter...
Recapping 2019
Cheers to a great year. We discuss the best of the year, and the worst. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives With Logan Mize
From the backseat of Glenn, his 1989 Chevy Caprice station wagon, we chat with Logan Mize in route to one of Chicago's most iconic dive bars. Malorts were had.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
5 Artists Poised for a Monster 2020
We put the spotlight on five artists poised for a MONSTER 2020: Zach Bryan, Ingrid Andress, Tenille Townes, Randall King, and Parker McCollum. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers
We asked the listeners to submit their questions about country music and whatever else they could think up – we picked the best ones, and answered.Submit your questions to shop@whiskeyriff [dot] com, if we answer, you’ll get a prize pack from Whiskey Riff Shop after the next episode of Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 145 - Drinking Too Much
We drink a bunch of wine and talk about Sam Hunt's DUI, Thomas Rhett's wild podcast interview where he says he wanted to be Eric Church, the GRAMMYs and Eric Church calling out G (Garth).
Episode 144 - CMA Awards Recap
We recap the CMA Awards, drink wine, and get flustered.
Episode 143 - Luke Combs Breakin' Them Internets
A recap of our weekend down in Jake Owen's hometown, Vero Beach, FL, Riley Green's "Bury Me In Dixie" controversy, giving Kane Brown credit on his new song, Sturgill and Tyler Childers' new tour, AND the story of the day, Luke Combs and that knockout new album.
Luke Bryan's Scary New Single Loaded Laser Lights
Nashville's haunted house that will pay you $20,000 if you can survive 10+ hours, Luke Bryan receiving 'Album of the Decade,' and his new single full of laser lights and night clubs, Cody Jinks burning up the charts with his two new albums, Urban/Church reunite, and the Opry returning to TV.And some ranting...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 141 - Branding in Country Music
(The second installment of Wes on an edible)Every artist has a brand. The fans do too. We discuss the personal "brands" of today's country artists.
A$$es in the Seats
Who puts asses in the seats? Who pretends? Who's a great live performer, and who's not? Miranda's pick for 'Entertainer of the Year,' and plenty more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Riff Rant
We rant about: Zac Brown's new EDM album, 'The Controversy,' Jon Pardi being awesome, The Rock being a Whiskey Riff guy, Tim McGraw's new rap collaboration, Blake Shelton's new collaboration with Pitbull, Billy Ray Cyrus saying his new song is "too country" for radio, the Carson King/Busch Light fiasco, and a drunk lady's DUI excuse being White Claw is only 5%.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 138 - Guilty Pleasures
Bad songs by big name artists, guilty pleasures, a resurgence of the 90's country sound, artists that get better with time, and others that don't.
Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers
We asked the listeners to submit their questions - we picked the best ones, and answered.Submit your questions to shop@whiskeyriff.com, if we answer, you'll get a prize pack from Whiskey Riff Shop after the next episode of Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"Small Town" Songs vs Real Life
"Small town" country songs and the real world have some differences. We drink and discuss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 135 - Midweek(ish) News Roundup
The tragic death of Texas country star Kylie Rae Harris, Kane Brown still has us blocked, Kacey Musgraves calling out "sketchy bitches," Miranda with another new song, Chris Stapleton teasing new music, and Sturgill stops by his hometown.
Kane Brown Blocked Us
It's official...Kane Brown blocked us on social media. We discuss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Church for EOTY Or We Riot
The CMA Awards nominees are in, Luke Combs and Eric Church each have a new single out, Riley Green's "I Wish Grandpas Never Died" with a radio lyric change, Cody Johnson calling out "Old Town Road," drunk fool pees off Honky Tonk Central's balcony, and a new artist you gotta check out - Zach Bryan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Thomas Rhett With A Decent New Song...
Thomas Rhett's new viral song (thanks to us), "To The Guys That Date My Girls,” new Sturgill, Kip Moore's advice for young artist and his Sam Hunt example, Eric Church never doing the 'Double Down Tour' again, and Blake Shelton's new song "Hell Right" and the controversy with it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 131 - Hard Seltzer Craze + Midweek News Roundup
Eric Church and Luke Combs are doing a show together, Tyler Childers with the #1 album plus a Joe Rogan shout-out, Kid Rock/Taylor Swift/Kacey Musgraves controversy, Kip Moore's new single ("She's Mine"), Zac Brown Band's new music, and Miranda Lambert's upcoming album. Finally, we dissect the hard seltzer craze, and give some insight.
Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers
We asked the listeners to submit their questions - we picked the best ones, and answered.Submit your questions to shop@whiskeyriff.com, if we answer, you'll get a prize pack from Whiskey Riff Shop after the next episode of Your Questions, Our Thoughtful Drunk Answers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 129 - Midweek News Roundup
Tyler Childers' new album 'Country Squire,' Riley Green's "I Wish Grandpas Never Died," Luke Combs gets his sixth straight #1, Eric Church's potential next single "Monsters," and Texas country artists helping teachers with school supplies and costs.
Episode 128 - Jingle Jed + Midweek News Roundup
Meghan Patrick calls out an asshole asking her to "show her tits," a recap of 'The Bachelorette' finale and Jingle Jed, Koe Wetzel cursing controversy, Chris Gaines fest in Nashville, Old Town Road breaks a record going #1 for 17 weeks, Maren's #1 and The Highwomen, Confederate Railroad removed from another show, Parker McCollum offering to fill in for Turnpike Troubadours, and Sturgill Simpson's new movie.
Episode 127 - White Claws Are Cocaine + Midweek News Roundup
The Midweek News Roundup focuses on The Highwomen, Garth and Blake, also Garth says to have a "bitchin'" summer, new Miranda, and Sturgill's upcoming new album. We also get into White Claws and the perfect drunk they give, aunts loving Fireball, weird mixers, and Busch Lattes are really happening....
Episode 126 - Midweek News Roundup
Garth kicks off the Dive Bar Tour, Luke Combs is the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry, the new FaceApp, Kenny Chesney and Miranda Lambert each have a new single, "Old Town Road" with Mason Ramsey, Riley Green's new tour with Travis Denning, and our current favorite song, Midland's "Playboys."
Parker McCollum
Rising superstar Parker McCollum from Texas, who just signed a deal with Universal Music Nashville, joins us on Sunday Funday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 124 - Midweek News Roundup
A new and extra podcast episode coming to you every week, midweek. This short podcast will hit on all the country music news worth talking about. This week, Garth's Dive Bar Tour, Scott Borchetta calls out Luke Combs, Confederate Railroad being pulled from a fair because of their name, Miranda has a new single on the way, The Rock gives a MAJOR shout out to some REAL deal country artists, and Stapleton's new song with Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars.
Episode 123 - Drunk For America's Birthday
The Taylor Swift/BMLG/Scooter Braun fiasco, fireworks (an Indiana specialty), Sam Hunt keeping you waiting, beer snobs, and our first "starred" Spotify songs in 2012.
Riff Rant
We rant about: tweets asking you to retweet to get rich or to avoid bad luck, movie remakes like Space Jam, action over talk for booking women at festivals and shows, contestants trying to use 'The Bachelorette' to make their music famous, artists that keep unfollowing and following and liking all your tweets at once to get a follow, a crazy Planet Fitness study, and moms wanting Tim McGraw to gain weight.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar
Episode 121 - Sam Hunt Troll
Sam Hunt trolled us all with his countdown clock, Garth and Blake Shelton's new song and most of us not hearing it, Maren Morris in Playboy, Luke Combs breaks more records, and the new viral "country" trap hit...and a good Canadian whisky buzz.
Episode 120 - Where Are They Now
A quick CMA Fest recap, a "Where Are They Now" artist rundown that'll have you missing the 2000's, Maren Morris and her Playboy shoot, and the Zac Brown mid-life crisis.
Episode 119 - CMA Fest Success and Survival Guide
We give you everything we have when it comes to CMA Fest, how to survive, have fun without dying, drink in excess, where to eat, watch music, and how to deal with too many sweaty people.* Episode brought to you by Blue Otter Polarized
Episode 118 - Callin' Baton Rouge
We're really hoping Garth puts his music on all streaming services, Eric Church's record-breaking Nashville show, CMA Fest upcoming, bad bro-country not being as bad now in a weird way, new Thomas Rhett, Sam Hunt's void and the bad attempt to replace him, you know a rising star when you see one, and artists that keep following and unfollowing you.
Episode 117 - Summer Songs
Netflix cooking shows we're watching, GOT Finale, documentaries, and our Top 5 summer country songs.
House Fire
We talk about the new Tyler Childers album (and how next-level his music is), Riley Green's unreleased "I Wish Grandpas Never Died," what country artists actually play guitar live, White Claw, Uber quiet mode, Evan Felker, and we're now on Apple Music with our playlists.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Riff Rant
Luke Combs' awesome new single, a guy in Florida arrested for having an "I EAT ASS" bumper sticker, Carrie Underwood upsetting people with her marg, becoming smarter with age when it comes to music, and Garth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Someone Said You Never Heard Of Luke Combs
We talk about a Luke Combs article in the LA Times saying you haven't heard of him (and Luke's comments on "Old Town Road"), Texas country, dive bar credentials, and the word "vibes."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Vanilla Ice Cream
We rant about the double standard facing women in country music, Diplo and Lil Nas X at Stagecoach, and the artists we're listening to on repeat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Koe Wetzel
Koe Wetzel is a budding superstar and taking over Texas. We drank bourbon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 111 - ACMs Recap
We talk about Brothers Osborne and their spot-on take on Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road," and recap the ACM Awards.
Riff Rant
We rant about "Old Town Road" and the remix with Billy Ray Cyrus, King Calaway opening for Garth, the ACMs on Sunday, dive bar bathrooms, and a new folk group you should listen to, Caamp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Whiskey Myers
We sit down with one of the best bands on the planet, Whiskey Myers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 108 - RIFF Madness
The Whiskey Riff Madness Tournament is live, watching animal shows, cereal flavored beers, sneaking booze into places you're "not allowed," we're going to see Eric Church this weekend, and plenty more.
Episode 107 - Dazed & Confused
An extra loopy, and short, podcast this week as we discuss the news in country music.
Muscadine Bloodline
A couple of our favorites right here. Charlie and Gary from the duo Muscadine Bloodline sit down to talk about their rabid fan base, touring with Kip, shows in Texas and across the country, their beginnings and the grind. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 105 - Fieri Flavor Town Feet
The Drunk Story of The Week is a friendly festival reminder, getting ass tattoos of unreleased songs, Miranda's surprise marriage, Guy Fieri is tweeting Flavor Town feet, Sam Hunt is alive and partying with Gronk, and more.
Josh Phillips
New artist Josh Phillips talks Malort, and plenty more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Michael Ray
Michael Ray has a noon bourbon with us to talk about his meticulously planned engagement to Carly Pearce, throwing out the first pitch at a Cubs game, his single cracking the Top 10, becoming a regular viewer of 'The Bachelor,' crowd fights, and a whole lot more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Josh Abbott
We share bourbon with Josh Abbott talking about Texas country, musical preferences, Josh's experience during the Route 91 shooting, major record labels, and BBQ.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 101 - Walker Hayes (#2)
Our first two-time guest, Walker Hayes, joins us to talk 90's country, working out, new music, family tragedy, the songwriting process, making noises in an Uber, and plenty more.
Jon Langston
We sit down with Georgia boy and country newcomer Jon Langston. We also do some drinkin'.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Riff Rant
We rant about FGL's new album (especially the song "Swerve"), Taste of Country being a joke, Miranda Lambert's salad fight, and the new "48 Hour Challenge."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jillian Jacqueline
We sit down with rising star Jillian Jacqueline, have some lunch bourbon, and talk about athleisure, boy bands, hipsters, new music, touring with Kip Moore and Devin Dawson, and plenty more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Meth, Sex, and Country Music
A meth and sex fueled heavy metal death party for your Drunk Story of the Week, Kip Moore's tweets for your Social Post of the Week, we finally got to hear the new country boy band King Calaway, Eric Church's can't-miss tour rolls on, and FGL won't stop talking about wanting to work with Bruno Mars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 96 - Garth, Church, and Strip Clubs
We talk about Garth's new album 'Fun,' Eric Church's new tour, a Nashville strip club trying to help people out during the government shut down, drunk stories featuring a man with an ax, Randy Houser's new album, pooping (guys vs girls that live together), and social posts of the week featuring Wheeler Walker, Jr. and Carly Pearce.
Episode 95 - Pringles and Rascal Flatts
Steve's edible freak out in Mexico, Drunk Stories of the Week, Rascal Flatts restaurant ain't happening, dads and the Weather Channel, Cody Johnson's new album, and Wheeler Walker, Jr. calling it quits?
Episode 94 - Riff Rant #6
Drunk Assholes of the Week, Social Media Post of the Week (Abby Anderson), getting drunk on airplanes, a new lab-made country group from Scotland, and the underrated artists we love (Kip Moore, Randy Houser, Mickey Guyton, Frankie Ballard, Kelleigh Bannen).
New Year, New Look, New Episode
Drunk Assholes of the Week, FGL's cringy dancing, more Kid Rock controversy, 8 Artists Poised for a Monster 2019, and the Crazy Social Posts of the Week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 92 - The Year Is Over
Worst singles of the year, the best singles of the year, the best albums of the year and getting drunk with family on Christmas.
Episode 91 - Mitchell Tenpenny
We talk to rising country star Mitchell Tenpenny about life growing up in Nashville, songwriting, the mistake of chasing trends, reality singing competitions, a controversial song, getting his first #1 and plenty more ahead of his debut album.
Wheeler Walker, Jr.
We sit down with the man, the myth, the legend, Wheeler Walker, Jr.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 89 - Swingin' Hammers with Tim McGraw (a wish)
Buying condoms and toilet paper, Tim McGraw's new gym, country music collaborations, and holidays with your family when it's not a Hallmark movie.
Episode 88 - Turkey Day
When Twitter shocks you, our Black Friday deal, a recap of our experience at the CMA Awards, and drinking with family on Thanksgiving.
Episode 87 - CMA Awards Predictions
We prepare for the Red Carpet and give you our predictions for the 52nd Annual CMA Awards.
Cole Swindell
We sit down with the all around great dude Cole Swindell, have some whiskey, talk music and tequila.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 85 - Giveaway
A giveaway for the fans, a special guest next week, and drinking too much at a brewery ends with....
Episode 84 - Riff Rant #5
A rant about AJ McLean, fake friends, which country stars you want on your side in an alley fight, Dierks Bentley's new show, and pooping with your shirt off.
Episode 83 - Best New Artists + CMT Artists of the Year
Shania Twain Halloween costumes, six new artists you have to listen to, a recap of the CMT Artists of the Year special, and some chain restaurant favorites.
Episode 82 - 2018 Hits Peak Crazy
A shirt from Whiskey Riff Shop to help those in need after Hurricane Michael's destruction, a look back at our time in PCB, Kanye and Kid Rock at the White House, and Pedialyte anal rehydration (?)...cheers.
Episode 81 - We're Back
We're back after Steve's wedding and honeymoon. We discuss the travels, drinking abroad, Eric Church's new album, Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga's new movie 'A Star Is Born,' and plenty more.
Episode 80 - The Wedding, The Honeymoon
Steve is off to Europe for his wedding and honeymoon. A quick update. A special deal for listeners. A bad elevator ride. And drinking alone.
Episode 79 - Riff Rant #4
We rant about taking your parents out to eat, cash bars at weddings, Guy Fieri, the price of seafood, warm beer, and Elon Musk smoking weed.
Episode 78 - The Nominees Are...
We discuss the nominees for the 52nd Annual CMA Awards...
Blue Collar
The blue collar blood upbringing. Walmart, gas station chicken, garage sales, Sunny D and plenty more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 76 - What We're Listening To #2
Who and what are we listening to? Find out on this week's podcast.
Episode 75 - Riff Rant #3
In our third Riff Rant we go off about our moms asking why we have to drink so much at concerts, pumpkin spice returning in August, folks getting sick at Chipotle again, people that stand up when the plane lands, and angry Eric Church "fans."
'Lifers' by Cody Jinks (Album Review)
We review one of our favorite albums of 2018, 'Lifers' by Cody Jinks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 73 - Eric Church and the NRA (and the Angry "Fans")
We discuss Eric Church's 'Rolling Stone' feature, including his comments on Garth, the NRA, and more. We also tip the cap to Kenny Chesney, and prepare for "hoodie weather.
Episode 72 - More Carrie, Less Kylie
We discuss Kylie Jenner being a "self-made" billionaire, the richest artists in country music, John Daly, and "selling out."
Episode 71 - Take Me To Church
We discuss Eric Church's new single, Windy City Smokeout, festival drinking, Luke Bryan's new bar...and get drunk at noon.
Episode 70 - Riff Rant #2
In the second installment of Riff Rant, we rant about birthday parties, fake blue check emojis, asking artists if they're excited about their new music, feeding pigeons, and people who don't read articles but comment on them on social media.
Episode 69 - Tyler Rich
Rising country star Tyler Rich joins us for some noon whiskey, stories about getting engaged, new music ("The Difference"), and puppies.
Gable Bradley
Country newcomer Gable Bradley is a force, and his song "Johnny's June" will obliterate your repeat button.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 67 - CMA Fest Survival
A step-by-step guide to surviving CMA Fest including packing extra underwear, Pedialyte, nap times, and more.
Episode 66 - Riff Rant
A new style of episode we'll do from time to time, Riff Rant. We go off about NOFX's comments on the Vegas shooting, Roseanne and Ambien, Kim Kardashian in the White House, a new CMT show called 'Bachelorette Weekend,' and why artists delete all their Instagram photos ahead of a new song.
Episode 65 - Memorial Day and Hometowns
A special Memorial Day deal for the listeners, weekend plans (lots of drinking in the sun), plus a comparison of hometowns.
Episode 64 - What We're Listening To
An in-depth wine drunk chat about our current favorite songs, artists, new artists, and plenty more.
Episode 63 - "It's Festival Season!"
Festival season is here, it's time to prepare, compare, and drink yourself to the point of crying in a bathtub with candles and acoustic music because of your hangover after three days and the fact that you ain't as good as you once were. Cheers.
Maggie Rose
Maggie Rose exemplifies originality. We talked about everything from performing on stage with Bill Murray, to getting sucked into musical trends, Twitter-verse, speaking your mind, and sticking to your guns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Episode 61 - Michael Ray
Country star Michael Ray joined us to talk about his new album, 'Amos,' traditional country, the crazy and the good of social media, life before cell phones, and how important the Opry is for all of us that call ourselves country fans.
Radio Host Alabama
We talked to BIG 95.5's on-air superstar Alabama about women in country music, the industry, the tribalism we see, and the issues social media's keyboard warriors bring. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jaren Johnston from The Cadillac Three
Hit songwriter and front-man for The Cadillac Three, Jaren Johnston, sat down with us instead of going to a Cubs game. The industry, songwriting, and Christmas parties with Kid Rock were discussed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.