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On Episode 209, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Thomas Csorba. During this conversation, we talk about growing up in Houston, discovering Texas songwriters, recording with Beau Bedford & The Texas Gentlemen, writing during the Pandemic, how songwriting has evolved and changed over the past few years, Randy Newman songs, and what he has planned going forward in 2022. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 208, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Grady Spencer, who in January released Wait, his fourth full-length with his band Grady Spencer & The Work and sixth overall. During this interview, we talk about writing Wait, the sonic palette that was influenced by the mood and feel of the past few years, the significance of songs like "Therapy's Good," touring the country, growing up in West Texas, why Matchbox Twenty still holds up, and putting his own spin on '90s Country.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 207, I'm joined by singer-songwriter William Beckmann. During this conversation, we talk about his Del Rio roots, border radio influences, splitting time between Texas and Tennessee, finding his voice as a writer, navigating co-writes with songwriting heroes, sage advice from Radney Foster, and what new music he has on the horizon. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 206, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Kolton Moore. During this one, we talk about his hiatus, coming back to songwriting, being a reenergized artist with a cult-like following, working with the likes of Ace Crayton of Thieving Birds, and what he has on the horizon in 2022.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 205, I'm joined by rising country singer-songwriter Caleb Lee Hutchinson. Back in September, Hutchinson released the wonderful EP Slot Machine Syndrome. During this episode, we talk about writing and recording the songs of Slot Machine, working with the likes of Brent Cobb (who produced the effort), navigating Nashville songwriting rooms, falling in love with narrative country music, and how he's found himself carving a spot in Texas playing shows with folks like Vincent Neil Emerson.  This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreOrder The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 204, I'm joined by David Beck, bassist and chief songwriter of David Beck's Tejano Weekend. During this conversation, we talk about their latest album, the aptly titled Volume 2, writing Tejano songs in English, diving into a Mexican music culture that's loved in Texas, but often overlooked, collaborating with legends, and trading Billy Joe Shaver stories. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreOrder The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 203, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Evan Bartels, who released his latest full-length album, Lonesome this past September 17. Dark and rich, Lonesome dives deep into the raw emotional intensity of the human condition. During this conversation, we talk about writing Lonesome, recording with producer Ryan Hewitt, the redemptive streak within Lonesome's darkness, growing up in Nebraska, and why we return to our favorite albums time and again. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 202, I'm joined by Montana singer-songwriter Sean Devine. Devine released the excellent Here For It All in early September after recording the album with Josh Thompson and Cody Jinks's backing back down at Sonic Ranch. During this conversation, we talk about recording the album, exchanging Dropbox folders with Thompson, writing storytellers like "Clay Bluffs," coming down to Texas, his Montana home, and what continues to drive him to tell stories worth telling. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 201, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Suzanne Santo, who last month (August 27) released the dark and mesmerizing album Yard Sale. During this episode, we talk about the emotional depth and weight within Yard Sale, touring with Hozier, writing on the road, mental health, and our favorite TV series of recent memory. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 200, I'm joined by Sam Anderson and David Matsler of Fort Worth rock band Quaker City Night Hawks. During this one, we talk about early roots, discovering music in the late '90s, collaborating with Mike and The Moonpies, and how the pandemic has had them reaccess their approach to songwriting, releasing albums, and tour schedules. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 199, I'm joined by Louisiana singer-songwriter Rod Gator, who is releasing his latest album, the radiant For Louisiana, this Friday, September 17. During this conversation, we talk about his Louisiana roots, writing about natural disasters & conflict, hear stories about near-death experiences, recording and collaborating with Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas and Will Walden, and dive into more film and TV talk about Michael Mann, True Detective, and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 198, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Luke Dick. During this conversation, we talk about the intersection of art & commerce, releasing music in 2021, writing & collaborating with the likes of Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, & Natalie Hemby, navigating the Nashville songwriting world, and his latest single, the excellent "Some Things Change." This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

Episode 197 is Part 2 of a two-parter recorded down in Marathon, Texas at the Marathon Songwriters Festival. This Part is conversations about West Texas and songs with Josh Grider and Kelley Mickwee. Part 1 was with Courtney Patton, Walt Wilkins, and Drew Kennedy.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

Episode 196 is Part 1 of a two-parter recorded down in Marathon, Texas at the Marathon Songwriters Festival. This Part is conversations about West Texas and songs with Courtney Patton, Walt Wilkins, and Drew Kennedy. Part 2 with Josh Grider, Kelley Mickwee, and Bobby Hamrick comes out later this week. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 195, I'm joined by Drew Nix and Andrew Bishop of The Red Clay Strays. During this one, we talk about the collaborative writing process, how they navigated a difficult year of staying afloat during 2020, what their record plans are going forward, and hear a few stories about the road, breaking down, and the interesting characters they meet along the way.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 194, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Mercy Bell, who released Golden Child, her latest EP, this past August 6. During this conversation, we talk about some of the characters, themes, & late night qualities within Golden Child, how short story fiction has influenced her writing, growing up in California and Massachusetts, her love for '90s country music, and how she wrote the anthemic "All Good Cowboys." This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 193, I'm joined by country artist Hannah Dasher. In early July, Dasher released her infectious and charming debut The Half Record.  We talk about her debut, navigating the songwriting world of Nashville, finding her voice as an artist, hear some stories behind the songs, and her hit TikTok cooking show Stand By Your Pan. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store*Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 192, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Garrett T. Capps, who at the week's end (Friday, August 20), is releasing the honky-tonk homage album,  I Love San Antone via Vinyl Ranch. During this one, we talk about recording the album during the pandemic at his San Antonio venue The Lonesome Rose, recording another album out at Sonic Ranch, writing about San Antonio, Corpus Christi tacos, and why recording Jethro Tull was on his to-do list.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store *Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 191, I'm joined by country songwriter Elijah Ocean. Today--Friday, August 13--Ocean released his latest album, Born Blue, a collection of neo-traditional-inspired country songs that highlight the dim lights of late nights and early mornings. During this one, Ocean and I talk about writing the likes of "Thirty-Five" and "The Ice Machine," recording during the quarantine, Las Vegas shows, and our favorite '90s country artists.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  *Pre-Order The Lubbock Way, the debut book by Thomas Mooney, here.Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 190, I'm joined by Mike Harmeier of Mike and The Moonpies and album producer Adam Odor. The Moonpies are releasing One To Grow On, their eighth studio effort, on August 10. During this episode, we talk about the central characters and themes of One To Grow On, how songwriting and storytelling have evolved and shifted over the years for Harmeier, the natural songwriting rapport between Harmeier, Odor, & The Moonpies, and the challenges--both good and bad--of the past year and album. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 189, I'm joined by rising country songwriter Erik Shicotte. Shicotte released Miss'ry Pacific, his strong debut EP this past July.  During this episode, we talk about the songs and blue-collar nature of Miss'ry Pacific, traveling the US, writing in motel rooms, the emotional weight of Johnny Cash & Patsy Cline, and the peculiar process of remote recording. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol, The Blue Light Live, and Charlie Stout Photography. New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 188, I'm joined by rising country songwriter Jesse Daniel, who at week's end (July 30), will release Beyond These Walls, his third full-length album. During this one, we talk about further developing as a storyteller with songs like "Clayton Was a Cowboy," expanding his sonic palette with the embrace of Mexican-influenced music, passing time as a fisherman during 2020, how his long-time sobriety helped him tackle the lockdown's restless weeks, and easing back into touring came naturally. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 187, I'm joined by songwriters Jonathan Tyler and Joshua Ray Walker. The pair of Texas songwriters were playing a show at The Blue Light Live in Lubbock last week so we sat down for a conversation after soundcheck. During this one, we talk about upcoming projects, navigating the pandemic and quarantine, writing practices, and venturing into Nashville for collaborations and co-writes. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 186, I'm joined by Texas songwriter Dallas Burrow, who at the end of the week (July 23), will be releasing his excellent sophomore album, Dallas Burrow. During this conversation, we talk about the songs and themes that make up the self-titled, working with Bruce Robison (who produced the effort), the influence and impact of his artist father, Texas songwriters, and how relationships and family are wells in which he continously returns to time and again. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 185, I'm joined by rising singer-songwriter Zoe Cummins. This Friday (July 16), she'll be releasing her soaring and soulful debut self-titled EP. During this one, we talk about growing up in rural Oklahoma, moving to Nashville, hustling and navigating songwriting circles, rounds,  and open mics, and hear some of the stories behind the songs. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 184, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Butch Hancock of The Flatlanders. During this conversation, we talk about Hancock's West Texas Waltzes & Dust-Blown Tractor Tunes, driving tractors and working on cotton farms around Lubbock, discipline & dedication within songwriting, the diverse Flatlanders song catalog, the impact & evolution of the radio, and The Flatlanders' latest album, Treasure of Love (July 09).  Note: This is the first in a three-part installment of interviews with Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely, and Butch Hancock of The Flatlanders.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store  Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 183, I'm joined by Joe Ely, the acclaimed singer-songwriter and member of the legendary Lubbock band The Flatlanders. During this conversation, we talk about The Flatlanders' newest album, Treasure of Love (July 9), lost band names, other Ely supergroups, albums like Panhandle Rambler & Hi-Res, the collaboration musical Chippy, playing with Bobby Keys, and hear a few Stubb's stories.  Note: This is the first in a three-part installment of interviews with Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely, and Butch Hancock of The Flatlanders.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 182, I'm joined by acclaimed Lubbock singer-songwriter Jimmie Dale Gilmore of The Flatlanders. This Friday, July 09, The Panhandle trio is releasing their newest full-length album, Treasure of Love.  During this conversation, we talk about recording Treasure of Love, growing up in Lubbock, the importance of radio, hearing Terry Allen for the first time, collaborating with Dave Alvin, the genius of Lloyd Maines, and the enduring impact of The Flatlanders. Note: This is the first in a three-part installment of interviews with Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely, and Butch Hancock of The Flatlanders. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 181, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Billy Law. Law--who also plays bass for Dallas garage country-punk outfit Ottoman Turks--releases his debut solo album Alone Somewhere on State Fair Records on August 20. In addition, his latest single "I Don't Care If She Ever Comes Home" is out this coming Friday, July 2. During this episode, we talk about the thematic & conceptual elements of Alone Somewhere, recording albums during the past year, playing with Ottoman Turks, growing up in Dallas, and some of our favorite television shows of the 2000s. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 180, I'm joined by Jonathan Clay of Jamestown Revival. During this episode, we talk about their latest EP, Fireside With Louis L'Amour - A Collection of Songs Inspired by Tales From the American West, character development, story arcs, continually progressing as a band & songwriters, working with Josh Block & Robert Ellis, and what's next for the Americana outfit. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 179, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Ryan Culwell. During this conversation, we talk about the Perryton, Texas native's Panhandle roots, developing a sound, style, & feel for his albums Flatlands & The Last American,  living in Nashville, recording the Nine Inch Nails song "Head Like a Hole" with Aubrie Sellers, and what's coming next for the Texas songwriter. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch Store Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 178, I'm joined by rising singer-songwriter Braxton Keith. Last Fall, the West Texan released his debut EP Neon Dreams. During this one, we talk about that EP, his plans for 2021, writing with Charlie Stout, his West Texas epic "Cold Hard Steel and Sand," and launching a career in the midst of a pandemic. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 177, I'm joined by Oklahoma songwriter RC Edwards. We talk about RC's new band--RC & The Ambers--their forthcoming debut album Big Country, Bryant "Big Country" Reeves, Turnpike Troubadours shows, and hear a few old songwriting stories. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 176, I'm joined by rising singer-songwriter Zach Bryan. During this conversation, we talk about songs, carving out time for songwriting, those early raw recordings that started out in part as a necessity to be heard but quickly became a signature for his earnest songs, dealing with imposter syndrome, performing at The Grand Ole Opry in April, recording with Dave Cobb in Studio A, evolving as a songwriter, storyteller, and guitarist, Oklahoma roots, and what's around the corner album wise. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 175, I talk with lead vocalist Corey Baum of Austin country outfit Croy & The Boys. Baum and company released Of Course They Do, their latest EP, last month where they blend punk ethos with a lonesome country delivery and warm accents of pedal steel. During this one, we talk about the Quarantine recordings of Of Course They Do, Baum's Midwestern roots, move to Austin, becoming engulfed in Austin's organic country swell, and pull back the curtain on some of the industry's quirks and concerns. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 174, I'm joined by Texas songwriter Summer Dean, who announced her forthcoming album, Bad Romantic, is set for release on August 27. In addition, she shared the first single, a lonesome country aching duet with Colter Wall called "You're Lucky She's Lonely." During this conversation, Dean and I talk about co-writing with Wall, collaborating with contemporaries like Brennen Leigh and Simon Flory, the influences behind Bad Romantic, songwriting, and Dust Bowl inspirations.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 173, we're joined by West Virginia singer-songwriter John R. Miller. This week, Miller announced that his forthcoming album, Depreciated, will be out July 16 via Rounder Records. In conjunction with the announcement, he released the stirring and rich Appalachia epic "Shenandoah Shakedown." During this one, we talk about recording Depreciated in Nashville, writing about his native West Virginian roots, and how the past year provided him with the time to find more discipline in his craft. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 172, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Miko Marks. Marks released Our Country, her first full-length album in over a decade, in late March of this year. During this conversation, we talk about her "return" to country music, how Our Country was recorded and came to be during the midst of 2020's quarantine, the difficult and necessary conversations found within the album, and the shifting landscape within country and Americana music.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery and The Blue Light Live. New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 171, I'm joined by rock and roller Rob Leines. Back in March, Leines released the southern rock stomper and blue-collar roots album Blood Sweat and Beers. During this episode, we talk about the writing, recording, and experiences of Blood Sweat and Beers, growing up in the South, living in LA, working as a welder, the stress of quarantine life on art, and the parallels between blue-collar work and being a seasoned, touring musician.  This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery and The Blue Light Live.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 170, I'm joined by singer-songwriter, album producer, and artist Jon Randall. During this episode, we talk about Randall's upcoming solo album--his first in 15 years, The Marfa Tapes--the collaborative album with Jack Ingram and Miranda Lambert, what drew him to the Far West Texas town, songwriting, working with the likes of Dierks Bentley, Parker McCollum, and the aforementioned Ingram and Lambert, and writing songs with Guy Clark. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery, The Blue Light Live, and Hot Damn Coffee.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 169, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Joe Pug, who released The Diving Sun, his latest full-length, this past Friday. Pug is also the host of The Working Songwriter, a podcast where he speaks with other songwriters and musicians about their craft and songwriting in general. During this episode, we talk about the evolution and writing of The Diving Sun, creating during the past year, NFTs, Clubhouse, songwriters like Joe Ely, and developing The Working Songwriter over the past few years. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. In addition, this episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery, The Blue Light Live, and Hot Damn Coffee.New Slang PatreonNew Slang TwitterNew Slang InstagramNew Slang FacebookNew Slang Merch StoreThe Neon Eon PodcastThe Neon Eon Merch StoreSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/ThomasMooney)

On Episode 168, I'm joined by rising Texas singer-songwriter Mason Lively. At the end of the week (March 19), he's releasing his sophomore album, the rich and robust Mason Lively. During this one, we talk about working with Wade Bowen and Justin Pollard (who co-produced the effort), writing songs in Nashville, maturing and taking notes from established writers, recording Mason Lively, his first concert experiences, and some of our favorite country bands from the '90s and early '00s. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery out of Austin, Texas. WYLD Gallery is a virtual art gallery featuring traditional and contemporary art by Native American artists. Visit and purchase art here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 167, I'm joined by Ricky Young of Americana rock band The Wild Feathers, who in late November, released Medium Rarities, a collection of covers, b-sides, and new songs from the band's first decade. During this one, Young and I talk about the makeup of Medium Rarities and how it's a nice reflection of what the band's first decade sounds like, how they've embraced newer territory with each studio album, co-writing and creating this past year, working on new material, and how cabin retreats have often been the catalyst for the outfit's creativity each album go-around. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery out of Austin, Texas. WYLD Gallery is a virtual art gallery featuring traditional and contemporary art by Native American artists. Visit and purchase art here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 166, I'm joined by Texas Gulf & Western singer-songwriter Charley Crockett. On this one, we talk about his latest album, the honky tonk classic, 10 For Slim: Charley Crockett Sings James Hand, which was released this past Friday (February 26). During this interview, Crockett talks about the late great Texas honky tonker James Hand, and why it was paramount that he cut an album of Hand written tunes. We also touch on his previous album Welcome to Hard Times, embracing the Western landscape and western balladry on the loose conceptual 2020 release. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery out of Austin, Texas. WYLD Gallery is a virtual art gallery featuring traditional and contemporary art by Native American artists. Visit and purchase art here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 165, I'm joined by Nathan Mongol Wells and Joshua Ray Walker of country garage rock outfit Ottoman Turks. The Dallas-based country punkers are releasing their sophomore album, the aptly titled Ottoman Turks II, this Friday, March 05. On their latest, they continue exploring the intersection at which honky-tonk country and dive bar punk collide. Songs like "35 to Life" are uniquely Texan as they explore the vengeful JFK plot with darkened overtones and piercing guitar riffs. Other songs like "Travelin' Blues" and "Rootless Tree" see them offer twangy lonesome train beats while standout "Conspiracy Freak" finds the four-piece capture the panic and anxiety of a certain slice of American life. On this one, we talk about truck stops, gas stations, some behind the scenes details of their stellar music videos "35 to Life" and "Wound Up," creating during this past year, the highs and lows of Kings of Leon, our favorite conspiracy theories, our favorite cheap beers, and their latest full-length Ottoman Turks II. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is sponsored by WYLD Gallery out of Austin, Texas. WYLD Gallery is a virtual art gallery featuring traditional and contemporary art by Native American artists. Visit and purchase art here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 164, I'm joined by Linda Jean Stokley and Montana Hobbs of The Local Honeys. Earlier this month, the Kentucky old-time duo released a pair of new songs--"Dying to Make a Living" and "Octavia Triangle"--that are drenched in history and lore while maintaining a level of relevancy for these modern times. There's a timelessness that resonates throughout the tragic, heartbreaking stories. During this interview, we talk about the stories behind the songs, why they're drawn to those songs, the cultural exchange of traditional songs, and what's to come for the two songwriters going forward album-wise. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 163, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Simon Flory. The Fort Worth-based Flory is releasing his latest album, Haul These Blues Away. Built around Flory's gift for country narrative, short story character sketches, and Flory's rural vernacular, Haul These Blues Away is an unassuming charmer--unassuming only because Flory's more interested in harkening back to those old school country stories and ramblers and less so in the idea of that brand as a form of nostalgia. Songs like "If My Mule Had Wings," "Have Your Adventure," and "Learning How to Talk" are unpretentious, earnest, and welcoming in nature while "The More You Talk (The Less I Hear)" is a standout favorite for the early year. During this one, we talk about traveling the US as a touring musician, being "stuck" at home this past year, how the music industry has changed and shifted these past 12 months, and writing and recording Haul These Blues Away. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 162, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Lainey Wilson. Wilson is releasing Sayin' What I'm Thinkin' this Friday, February 19. During this episode, we talk about recording this album with Jay Joyce, writing with the likes of Luke Dick and Lori McKenna, finding her voice as an artist and songwriter while continually growing as a storyteller and co-writer, the stories behind songs like "Sunday Best" and "Things A Man Oughta Know," and the process of shaping the feel and mood as well as the overarching themes of Sayin' What I'm Thinkin'. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 161, I'm joined by Soul Country singer-songwriter Tiera. The young country riser is releasing her debut EP in mid-March and stops by to talk about readying the project, finding her voice as a storyteller, vocalist, and artist, collaborating in Nashville, songwriting on Zoom, Taylor Swift, the current times in country music, and how country legends like Shania Twain and contemporaries like Carly Pearce and Kelsea Ballerini.This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 160, I'm joined by singer-songwriter Jillette Johnson. At week's end (Friday, Feb. 12), Johnson will be releasing her forthcoming album, the gleaming It's a Beautiful Day & I Love You. On this new album, Johnson works in a bright and sunny sonic palette into the mix. While she never ventures too far from her piano-laden work, punches of sharp guitar, light '70s pop-inspired harmonies, and upbeat melodies find the now Nashville-based Johnson delivering some of her best, most comfortable work. While she still delves into serious subjects about anxiety, self-destructiveness, pain, and struggle throughout, Johnson's gratitude and acceptance shine brighter offering a resonating message. On this one, we talk about the writing and recording of It's a Beautiful Day & I Love You, the songwriting process in general, mood boards, Air Force Ones, moving to Nashville, and more. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)

On Episode 159, I drive up to Turkey, Texas, and record a super-casual and relaxed conversation with Lubbock songwriters Brandon Adams, Daniel Markham, Dave Martinez, and Charlie Stout. During this conversation, we hear road stories, bad gigs, poor paying jobs, Lubbock music and landmarks, West Texas, and forming a band. This episode's presenting partner is Desert Door Texas Sotol. For more information, click here.This episode is presented by Hot Damn Coffee. Use the coupon code "SLANG" (all caps) for 20% off in their merch store. Visit here.This episode is sponsored by The Blue Light Live in Lubbock, Texas. To get BL merch, click here.Check out the New New Slang Patreon here. Follow New Slang on Twitter here, Instagram here, and Facebook here. To order New Slang merch, visit the online store here. Go subscribe to The Neon Eon here.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thomasdmooney)