It was so much fun talking with Tyler about living in Nashville, writing songs and pursuing a life of music! I'm so thankful I got to meet him and chat the other day at a coffee shop downtown. I absolutely love living in a place like Denver, where musicians like Tyler and his band make their dreams come true by playing at Red Rocks...like the did a couple weeks ago for Jana Kramer! 

If you don’t already know, Craig Campbell has had many hit singles in Country Music including “Fish,” “Family Man,” and my personal favorite “Keep Them Kisses Comin.” His current single is titled "Outskirts of Heaven." What some of you might not realize is that before he got his first record deal, Craig used to tour with Tracy Byrd and Luke Byan playing the keyboard. The thing I have really taken to heart after thinking about this conversation with Craig, is that people who achieve greatness EXPECT to put in loads of work. And not only has he been putting in incredible amounts of work since 2002 (and probably earlier,) but this hard work is literally ALL he knows. And most IMPORTANTLY he seems to kinda enjoy it. These days Craig is touring the country and always working on new music. He regularly performs at the Grand Ole Opry AND he is currently recording a new album with Producer Mickey Jack Cones, which will be his first with BBR Music Group’s Red Bow Records. Thanks for listening! 

Madeline Smith is not just a powerful vocalist or beautiful writer. After talking to her for an hour on the phone the other day, I felt like we were good friends. Her honesty about the hard work she has been putting into her career is a fair warning to those who might think that pursuing a music career is easy. I so enjoyed getting to hear about how singing has taken her to the top 20 charts in the UK and I'm excited to see what she comes out with next. Two time British Country Music Awards performer, Madeline Smith is all class and poise and I hope you enjoy this episode.

I love that I get to share a conversation like this one. Tim Zack and his band mate and guitarist Jeff Westwood were not only super fun to hang out with, but they told me so many amazing stories and they shared some really fantastic insight into making their band successful. Banding together and staying strong amidst long, late hours and little time off is an almost insurmountable task which they make look easy. This Nebraska based band has been together for 7 years and knows how to rock out with crowds from Sturgis to The Grizzly Rose. 

Thanks for checking out this week's episode with Joey Canyon. Joey is a country music artist who has produced two albums and is the host of his very own television show "The Joey Canyon Show" on RFD-TV. He is a man who is passionate about the country of legends like Merle, Willie and Johnny. No amount of difficulty could slow Joey down as a young artist and now he begins production on season two of his country focused, Colorado inspired, musical entertainment show. A show that was created and conceived by himself and will begin airing in January of 2017. After listening back to this conversation I realized that Joey has produced for himself a life that he loves by pursuing the things in his heart, and that is really all any of us can ever do. Thanks for listening friends! As always I love to read your messages, notes and comments! @countrymusicpod. 

Nathan Dean, lead singer and band founder of Nathan Dean and the Damn Band, joins me on the podcast this week. This Arizona based band makes their rounds all around the American West and Midwest playing at venues like the Grizzly Rose and events like Sturgis. Our conversation was so enjoyable because of Nathan's honesty about the reality of leading a touring band and the work it takes to keep moving the band forward. I'd love your feedback! Rate and review!

It was such a pleasure to sit down with Lee Gladney, Ashley Gill, and Ed Schifferns of the Triple Nickel Band. They share the coolest story about how the band was started decades ago by Ed's father. While each of these guys live so far away from each other they are able to come together on the stage every performance and make a memorable night for the whole crowd. 

Kory Brunson is hard core. He discovered his country music career by writing an amazing song. He has grown that career from a hope and a dream into something that sustains him and his family. 

Matt Buckstein, Colorado native Country music artist takes some time to talk to me about losing his band mates, playing at The Grizzly Rose, and his methods for song writing. Hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening! -xx backroadspodcast@gmail.com 

FACEBOOK: The Buckstein 

YOUTUBE: Buckstein

INSTAGRAM: @TheBuckstein

TWITTER: @BucksteinMusic 

Mark Mackay, L.A. Cali boy and San Fran native told the boss "laters" and dove heart first into making his dreams as a Country Music artist a reality. It was amazing to listen to him talk about following his convictions and taking the daily trials of slumming it on the road in stride. I had the pleasure of seeing him play at the Grizzly Rose in Denver, opening for the Eli Young Band. Not to mention his buddy Gilby Clarke, from Guns and Roses showed up and played a song for everyone too! Hope you enjoy this episode. 

Ryan Chrys, founder of Ryan Chrys and the Rough Cuts band joins me to talk about his life in music both in country and rock. We even get into talking about travel and his experiences at Burning Man! Contact me at backroadspodcast@gmail.com. 

LINKS -

WEB: RoughCutsBand.com
FACEBOOK: Ryan Chrys and The Rough Cuts
TWITTER: @RyanChrys
INSTAGRAM: @RyanChrys
YOUTUBE: Ryan Chrys

Zona Road, the three man band from Mesa, Arizona took some time when they came to Denver to talk to me about what its like playing in a touring band. In episode two of Country Backroads Podcast and Review, band founder Kody Herring who plays guitar and does the lead vocals, Keith Hammerl who plays the bass and does vocals and Andrew Keiser who plays the Drums are working the western U.S. country music touring circut and are well on their way to producing and recording an album. Kody and Andrew sit down with me to talk about the struggles and joys of being in a band. They share their passions for the music and talk about the details of how hard it is to be a singer, song writer and performer. You can contact me at backroadspodcast@gmail.com. 

LINKS

WEB: ZonaRoad.com
INSTAGRAM: @ZonaRoad
TWITTER: @ZonaRoad

Spencer Crandall is a 21 year old country music artist that has given up everything he knows to pursue the one thing he knows he can't live without. He joins me in this premier episode of Country Backroads Podcast and Review. In my conversation with Spencer we talk about his experiences playing around Denver and the reasons he feels he had to leave and move to Nashville. Talking with Spencer gave me a great appreciation for the excitement and passion of young Country Music artists. Hope you enjoy! Contact me at backroadspodcast@gmail.com. 

LINKS- 

WEB: SpencerCrandallMusic.com
YOUTUBE: Spencer Crandall
FACEBOOK: Spencer Crandall
TWITTER: @SpencyBoo
INSTAGRAM: @SpencerCrandall