Central New York's lifeline to Nashville. Recap from WFLR mornings 6am-10am with featured musicians in the country music format, up coming artists, rising stars, legends of country, chart toppers and the occasional comedian.
Hailing out of Kentucky, I had a chance to catch up with Anthony & Aron from County Wide to talk about three new up coming EP'swww.countywideband.com
Today I had a chance to talk to Emily Miller about her rockin' new EP called "They Say" available at www.emilymillerofficial.com
Dane Louis calls in to talk about his new single "Whiskey Wears Off"www.danelouisofficial.com
Nate DiRuzza calls in to talk about his musical influences and his new single "I And You"www.natediruzza.com
Andy Ross is a singer-songwriter, patriot, American rebel CEO, bow hunter, TV host and has spent his entire life chasing the American Dream, and he's just getting started.www.andyross.com
Bryan Ruby is our featured artist this morning. A professional baseball player and Nashville recording artist. Bryan won season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song and has released his single "Two For The Road."www.bryanrubymusic.com
2x Grammy Award Winner Jim Lauderdale calls in to talk about his new release 'Game Changer" available now at www.jimlauderdalemusic.com
Today I had a chance to talk to Madison Kozak about her new single "Loud House" Madison who made her Grand Ole Opry debut to a standing ovation was named to CMT's 2021 LISTEN UP roster and 2020 Next Women of Country class.Check out Madison at www.madisonkozak.com
The Grammy Award winning Old Crow Medicine Show will be at CMAC with Dwight Yoakam this Saturday night. I had a chance to catch up with Ketch Secor and talk about the new release "Paint The Sky" and getting started here in Central NY.www.crowmedicine.com and get your tickets at www.cmac.com
David Nail will be performing tomorrow at 2pm at the NY State Fair. David joins me to talk about "Boothill 2021 EP" and our beloved St. Louis Cardinals.www.davidnail.com
Steven Graves is a prolific song writer who continues to grow and expand what is possible and who has his fingers on the pulse of modern Roots and Americana music. Since his first release “Make A New World” in 2010, Steven has worked tirelessly honing his craft not only in the studio but also on the road with his band, the Steven Graves Band that regularly plays festivals, street fairs and large and small venues throughout the US.www.stevengravesmusic.com
The Grammy Award winning band The Steeldrivers will be performing this Saturday (August 20th)at The Point of the Bluff in Hammondsport. I had a chance to talk to Tammy Rodgers about the latest release "Bad For You" and the new addition to the band. Get tickets at www.concertsatpob.com and for more on The Steeldrivers visit www.thesteeldrivers.com
We had Brian in from Lincoln Hill Farms to talk about all the fun stuff that goes down on the farm. From music to festivals, to goats & chickens. Lincoln Hill Farms has it all. www.lincolnhillfarms.com
T. Graham Brown headlines this Saturday's Roots & Boots Music Festival at Lincoln Hill Farms. 2022 is big year for T. Graham Brown. I chat with him about it. www.tgrahambrown.com and get tickets at www.lincolnhillfarms.com
Radney Foster will be performing this Saturday August 6th at Lincoln Hill Farms as part of the first annual Roots & Boots Music Festival. I chat with Radney about his current projects and the big show on the farm. Tickets available at www.lincolnhillfarms.com and for more on Radney visit www.radneyfoster.com
Mike Younger's new release "Burnin' The Big Top Down' has been decades in the making. Mike calls in to talk about it and the big show at the Roots & Boots Music Festival at Lincoln Hill Farms. Get your tickets at www.lincolnhillfarms.com and for more on mike visit www.mikeyounger.com
Claudia Hoyser will be performing this Saturday at The Roots & Boots Music Festival at Lincoln Hill Farms. Here is a interview I did with Claudia talking about the new video for "Wicked" on CMT. Get your tickets at www.lincolnhillfarms.com and for more on Claudia visit www.claudiahoyser.com
Chelsea Sulkey joins me this morning to talk about her new single available for pre-order.www.facebook.com/ChelseaSulkey
Carey Harmon from Railroad Earth calls in to talk about the new release "All For The Song" and the big show tomorrow night at Lincoln Hill Farms. For more on Railroad Earth visit. www.railroad.earth and get your tickets at www.lincolnhillfarms.com
Mae Estes has been performing since the age of seven. Mae also won Vocalist of the Year at the Arkansas Country Music Award. I talk to MAe about her new single.www.maeestes.com
Kimberly Kelly brings her Texas sound on a all new release called "I'll Tell You What's Gonna Happen" I chat with Kelly about the new release.www.kimberlykellymusic.com
Austin Burke has two new singles that are perfect for the summer. Also a nice follow up to his EP. I had a chance to talk to Austin and talk about his influences.www.austinburkemusic.com
From Acting to Music, today's featured artist Kelsey Lamb has been in Hallmark Movies and represented Arkansas in the NBC series premiere of American Song Contest.www.kelseylamb.com
Multi-Platinum, award winning entertainer Tim Hicks has announced his return to the live stage with the 2022 ZERO to SIXTY Tour. A combination of festival stops and headlining shows across Canada. I talk to Tim about the new release & more.www.timhicksmusic.com
Season 20 American Idol Finalist Huntergirl joins me to talk about the American Idol experience and going back to the studio to record a new album.www,huntergirlsmusic.com
We have a storyteller join the show this morning. Chris Haddox called in to talk about his new self titled release.www.chrishaddoxmusic.com
Driftwood will be bringing their high energy sound to the stage at Lincoln Hill Farms this Friday July 1st . I had a chance to chat with founding member Dan Forsyth about the band and a potential new release for 2023. Gettickets at www.lincolnhillfarms.com and for more on Driftwood www.driftwoodtheband.com
Ashley Wineland has released her third full length album called "I'm Gonna Ride" I talk to the Arizona native about the process and whats in store for 2022www.ashleywineland.com
Country Music Icon and Curb Recording Artist Ronnie McDowell is back with a very topical tune that you can definitely relate to! "Hey, Mr. Oil Man" already has over a million views on Facebook alone. Ronnie also has a new album out called 'Resurgence"www.ronniemcdowell.com
10x Time Grammy nominee Brandy Clark calls in to talk about bringing 'The Art of the Storyteller Tour' to Homer, NY on Monday, June 20th at the Center For The Arts.It will be an intimate night of music and stories. Brandy also has new release coming out this year.www.brandyclarkmusic.com
With a new video out for "Wicked" and headlining this Saturday at Lincoln Hill Farms, I'm happy to have Claudia Hoyser as our featured guest this morning. Get your tickets at:www.lincolnhillfarms.comwww.claudiahoyser.com
Andrew Salgado, who has been signed with Synapse Publishing & Entertainment®, LLC since2017, came to prominence winning a national singer-songwriting competition and has pennedsongs with legends such as Brian Wilson, Darryl Worley and Kacey Musgraves. He has touredwith some of country music's biggest icons such as Eli Young, Clint Black and Toby Keith,released several well-received indie albums, and had his music featured in film and theatre. TheNashville based recording artist with Chicago roots is releasing his third album, ‘86 VOL 2 –Autumn Dawn' April 8th. Currently on a media tour for the new album, he was also featured forthree years on the nationally-aired PBS special “Songs at the Center” and has had appearances onWGN, ABC and NBC. For more about Andrew and to listen to his music visitwww.andrewsalgado.net
Grammy Award Winning Pam Tillis joins me to talk about her new release Looking for a Feeling that features 12 new tracks. Pam is also part of the new original comedy series, Fairwood on Crackle.www.pamtillis.com
Richie McDonald formely of Lonestar calls in to talk about teaming up with Larry Stewart (Restless Heart) & Tim Rushlow (Little Texas) to form The Frontmen. www.frontmenlive.com
Abbie Gardner has a new solo release out called "Dobro Singer" a founding member of the trio Red Molly, Abbie calls in to talk about the process of making her new album.www.abbiegardner.com
T Graham Brown is celebrating 35 years of #1 hits, with a new acoustic album, a new autobiography and a new soul album with Wynonna and Tanya Tucker. T Graham Brown will also be headlining the first annual Roots & Boots Festival at Lincoln Hill Farms.www.tgrahambrown.comwww.lincolnhillfarms.com
Matt Stell joins the show this morning to talk about his new single and new summer album coming out. Matt could of played basketball or been a doctor but chose the path of music. I had the opportunity to talk to Matt about his journey.www.mattstell.com
Tim Rushlow and his new super group The Frontmen will be coming to Lincoln Hill Farms Saturday June 18th.Tim calls in to talk about the show and the upcoming new album. The Frontmen features the dynamic voices of 90's country legends: Richie McDonald (formerly of Lonestar), Larry Stewart (of Restless Heart) and Tim Rushlow (formerly of Little Texas).www.limcolnhillfarms.comwww.thefrontmenlive.com
Brock Davis is a miner for emotional truth. As a songwriter, he descends deep below the surface to return with songs of love, loss and redemption that are honest, real and often heart breakingly beautiful. He has just finished recording his latest album, “A Song Waiting To Be Sung” at Ronnie's Place Studio in Nashville, TN, with some of Nashville's top musicians.www.brockdavismusic.com
The Frontmen will be performing Saturday June 18th at Lincoln Hill Farms. The Frontmen features the dynamic voices of 90s country legends: Richie McDonald (formerly of Lonestar), Larry Stewart (of Restless Heart) and Tim Rushlow (formerly of Little Texas) all on stage together swapping their biggest hits.I talk to Larry Stewart about the big show.www.lincolnhillfarms.comwww.thefrontmenlive.com
Phil Lee is a American singer-songwriter, multi instrumentalist, and performance artist whothrives on interacting with people. Phil Lee has also been a fixture in the Crazy Horse family of Neil Young. Phil has also been busting my chops for over 2 decades. Here is a few tracks off his new release "Other Old Time Favorites" and my conversation with The Mighty King of Love.www.philleeone.com
Presley Tennant joins me to talk about her new single "Gamble On You" A born entertainer, Presley has not only performed at multiple Staples Center halftime shows in front of 15,000, but has shared the stage with musical heroes like Tim Mcgraw, Kelly Clarkson, Brantley Gilbert, Tyler Rich John Michael Montgomery and more. Making 2022 the best yet, Presley Tennant will not only be opening for artists like Carly Pearce, Blake Shelton and Brett Young, www.presleytennant.com
Stephanie Quayle wears many hats from a new line of cowboy boats, to endorsements with Wrangler & Fender, Stephanie is also the first female spokesperson for Bass Pro Shops. Check out her new self titled release and my conversation with Stepahie Quayle.www.stephaniequayle.com
Tara Nevins from Donna the Buffalo calls in to talk about the big show June 11th at Lincoln Hill Farms and Culture Camp is back this year in Trumansburg. Get your tickets at,www.lincolnhillfarms.comwww.donnathebuffalo.com
Beaux Atkins calls in to talk about his new release "Red Fearn" a tribute to his outlaw grandfather. www.beauxatkins.com
A staple on the Nashville music scene, Hudson Valley is a rock band with country lyrics. Founding member Sarah Owens joins me to talk about the new single "Shut Me Up"www.hudsonvalleyband.com
We are pleased to welcome back Dariann Leigh to the morning show. Dariann has a new single out called "Leave". I get a chance to catch up with Dariann and see what she's been up to the last six months.www.dariannleigh.com
Tyler Dial calls in to talk about his new single "Runnin' Downhill"www.tylerdial.com
David Gideon has a new release out called "Lonesome Desert Strum" available now. David tells about the process and the all star band.www.gideonmusichouse.com
Kendra & Krista also known as the sister duo Tigirlily joined me this morning. Currently on tour with Cooper Allan. Look for a new release from Tigirlily coming out this summer.www.tigirlily.com
Shari Rowe has new single out called "Last Time" A Southwestern troubadour with a Southern Belle charm, Shari Rowe is a musical force for good. Her magnetic stage energy has captivated audiences across the globe, performing in festivals in Poland, charity events and opening for big name artists like Wynonna Judd, Jimmie Allen, Diamond Rio and Aaron Carter. Her uplifting and inspiring music is a testament to her dedication to faith, family and charity, as she is also a Celebrity Ambassador for the Scott Foundation and the Red Note Foundation.www.sharirowe.com