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"The Thicket" is a show that takes you deep into the heart of country music. Every week, we bring you the best in traditional AND independent country, with a mix of household names and up-and-coming artists. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just discovering the genre, "The Thicket" has something for everyone. So grab a cold beer, and kick back, because you’re in "The Thicket," with Mike and Josh.

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    • Nov 20, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Thicket with Mike & Josh is a podcast that has completely changed my perception of country music. As someone who never thought they would enjoy the genre, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved this show. Mike and Josh take listeners on a captivating journey deep into the heart of country music, exposing them to both classic hits and exciting independent artists. It's like diving into a musical treasure trove where every episode unveils hidden gems and introduces fresh talents that may have otherwise been missed.

    One of the best aspects of The Thicket is the perfect blend of well-known classics and lesser-known independent artists. The hosts have an impeccable taste in music and their selection never fails to impress. It's refreshing to hear a podcast that supports independent artists and actively seeks to introduce listeners to new music. Each episode feels like a breath of fresh air, providing an escape from mainstream radio where country music is often overlooked.

    Additionally, Mike and Josh's personal stories add an extra layer of depth and entertainment to the show. Their anecdotes create a connection with the audience and make each episode feel more intimate. It's evident that they have a genuine passion for country music, which shines through in their storytelling.

    As for some potential downsides, one could argue that the podcast may not be appealing to those who are not fans of country music. While it does provide exposure to various subgenres within country music, it remains primarily focused on this genre. However, even if you're not particularly fond of country music, The Thicket might surprise you with its diverse range of artists and songs.

    In conclusion, The Thicket with Mike & Josh is an exceptional podcast for anyone interested in exploring or expanding their appreciation for country music. Through their expert curation and engaging storytelling, Mike and Josh bring warmth and excitement while introducing listeners to both established classics and up-and-coming talents. This podcast is like a musical journey that will leave you tapping your feet and humming along. I highly recommend giving The Thicket a listen - it might just change your perception of country music too!



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    Latest episodes from The Thicket with Mike & Josh

    Vincent Neil Emerson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 105:49


    Welcome back to The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations love to ignore! On Today's Show: Vincent Neil Emerson joins us to chat about his new singles "Big Wheels" and "Rodeo Clown", and we get music from: Billy Strings - "Richard Petty" Brent Cobb- "Snakebite" Nicholas Jamerson - "Veterans Day" Pat Reedy - "Burgundy in the Rain" Noeline Hofmann - "August" Colton Bowlin - "Redneck Queen" The Wooks - "'seng" Ian Noe - "Irene"

    Who Let The Dogs Out?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 93:45


    Welcome back to The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On Today's Show: "St. Anne's Reel" - Lachlan Neville "Wilted Flowers" - Hunter Flynn "You Don't Care For Me Enough to Cry" - John Moreland "Outlaw in Me" - Colby Acuff "Oklahomans!" - Corb Lund "Hillbilly Happy" - 49 Winchester "Paid by The Mile" - Sam Morrow "Lonesome Cowboy" - Kaleo "You Found Me" - Willy Tea Taylor "Played Out" - Sturgill Simpson St. Anne's Real on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ek-Wpk4qMHk?si=NbUBsJlX_HuhXsxC Picture of Boston the Dog: https://www.instagram.com/thethicket_/p/DBtvl55R0DC/?hl=en

    Season Premiere!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 108:00


    Welcome back to The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations always seem to ignore! This week we get back on track and catch you all up on the summer months. There's tons of new music to get to, so kick back, relax, and crack your favorite frosty beverage because you're in The Thicket with Mike & Josh! On This Week's Show: "Oh Susannah" - Wyatt Flores "The Silver Tongued Devil and I" - Kris Kristofferson "Gold Aspens & "Kitchen" - Nicholas Jamerson "Lightning in July" - Noeline Hofmann "The North Dakota Cowboy" - Brennen Leigh "Gingseng Daddy" - Pony Bradshaw "One Last Time" - Ben Tod ft. Sierra Ferrell "Tired of Waiting" - Kade Hoffman "Louise" - The Deslondes "Bubbly" - Nolan Taylor "If The Sun Never Rises Again" - Sturgill Simpson Call us! 319-855-7738

    Tarps Off For The Strays

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 65:12


    Welcome into the The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On today's show Mike and Josh re-cap Laurel Cove, feature loads of new music, and talk with Drayton Farley and Jordan Lee King. On Today's Show: "Don't Care" - Red Clay Strays "Tulsa" - 49 Winchester "Next to You" - Ole 60 "Best Show of The Year" - Jordan Lee King "Wild Juanita's Cactus Juice" - Kailtin Butts "The Lasso" - Low Water Bridge Band "Something I'm Working On" - Silverada ft. Brent Cobb "Double Wide" - Rob Leines Get 10% Off at Sticker Mule: ⁠https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?⁠⁠ref_id=0553195701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite Spotify Playlist for Today's Songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2PWEuEMAWAVcWQpQ2AAH33?si=xj94Gjd9R_6fRkngKMXSow&pi=u-xJ24mF-UTNi3

    Lighter Fluid & Laurel Cove

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 82:21


    Welcome into the The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On today's show Mike and Josh sit around a campfire in The Thicket and preview artists that we will see next week at Laurel Cove Music Festival in Pineville, KY. Nate Cantanzarite joins us on the show to share his fondest LCMF memories as well. "Railroad Rider" AppalachiaUntold Link: https://youtu.be/tMLwkjWN4h8?si=ukDUURzvblSJQsqG "Heathens" YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/CUsXZNEuKEI Get 10% Off at Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=0553195701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite A Spotify Link to the rest of the songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5nMoEoC7XusJL6wc5zZwed?si=7GlyMGzMTTefw045x8unFw&pi=u-PGtNFRGXTjaT

    Drop a Line (Out in the Thicket)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 53:37


    Welcome into The Thicket with Mike & Josh! A country music show where we highlight artists that your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On Today's episode we're joined by Jesse Daniel while he does some bass fishing. Call Us! 319-855-7738 A Spotify link to today's tunes: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/14ynce2ypQvMwqMcffK5Az?si=XqvjLk0-RUmGmPCXSeSpNw&pi=u-Xfm24ULgQU2v Get 10% Off at Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=0553195701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite

    Two+ Weeks Gone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 101:52


    Welcome into The Thicket with Mike & Josh, a radio style country music show where we highlight artists your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On this episode we catch up after our hiatus, visit with Jake Kohn, and tell stories of what we've been up to, and what we're doing next! A Spotify link to today's songs: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jG9nZciH8H6vnNO3Nttce?si=GKdLYY30Q1-8sTkcBET-iw⁠ Sticker Mule for 10% off: ⁠https://www.stickermule.com/unlock?ref_id=0553195701&utm_medium=link&utm_source=invite⁠

    Love Tunes & Such

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 142:04


    Welcome to The Thicket with Mike & Josh, a radio style country music show where we highlight artists your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On this Valentines Day episode we aim to satisfy your love song needs regardless of your relationship status! We get Summer Dean on the show to talk about heartbreak and her latest album. Jordan Lee King also joins us on the show to debut a brand new song, Laundry on the Line! Songs on the show: "All I Need" - Rob Leines "A Life Where We Work Out" - Flatland Cavalry "So Damn Sweet" - 49 Winchester "Lonely Girls Lament" - Summer Dean "Pike County Queen" - Luke Trimble "Laundry on the Line" - Jordan Lee King "Ever Lovin' Hand" - Tyler Childers "500" - Nolan Taylor "Another Like You" - Hayes Carll "Fool Hearted Woman" - Joey Frendo "Gentle On My Mind" - Glen Campbell "Walk Through This World With Me" - George Jones Call Us! 319-855-7738 For the best stickers on the market: https://www.stickermule.com/

    "Thickerada"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 85:01


    Welcome into The Thicket with Mike & Josh, a radio style country music show where we highlight artists your local radio stations always seem to ignore! On this week's show we catch up with Wyatt Flores as well as Omar Oyoque of Silverada (formerly Mike and the Moonpies). Songs on this week's show: "Universal Sound" - Tyler Childers "Milwaukee" - Wyatt Flores "Mr. Meyers" - Evan Honer "Saint Anthony" - Britt Taylor "North Country Blues" - Mighty Poplar "Beaches of Biloxi" - Silverada "Hunter's Moon" - Quaker City Night Hawks "Kansas City Southern" - Turnpike Troubadours

    New Year in The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 129:09


    Welcome into The Thicket! A radio style country music show where we aim to introduce you folks to the best country music that your local radio stations always seem to ignore. On Today's show we have phone in guests from Colby Acuff and Noeline Hoffman, and songs that include: "New Years Day" - Charlie Robison "Ringing in the Year" - Turnpike Troubadours "Welcome to Toms" - Colby Acuff "Purple Gas" - Noeline Hoffman "Bad Luck" - Zach Top "All The Wine In California" - Logan Ledger "Life Lessons" - Wyatt Flores "Rocky Top" - Conway Twitty Our Merch: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Colby's Website: https://www.colbyacuff.com/ Noeline's Website: https://noelinehofmann.com/ Belting Bronco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI_Ni6S0U1g

    A Country Music Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 74:14


    Welcome into The Thicket with Mike and Josh! On this week's episode we give you all of our favorite country songs that remind us of the Christmas season. We have a call in guest from Cole Chaney himself, and play music from the country music greats like Sierra Ferrell, Tyler Childers, Robert Earl Keen, and more! On this episode: "Merry Christmas From The Family" - Robert Earl Keen "I Love Blue" - Nicholas Jamerson "Jingle Bell Rock" - Sierra Ferrell "22nd Winter" - Tyler Childers (Red Bard YouTube) "Christmas Song" - Hunter Flynn (YouTube) "I Remember Carolina" - Margo Cilker "All The Best" - John Prine "Christmas for Cowboys" - John Denver "Leroy the Redneck Reindeer" - Joe Diffie Get some Thicket Merch: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/custom-stickers

    Thanksgiving Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 84:32


    Welcome into The Thicket with Mike & Josh! On this week's show we play songs that we are thankful for, including brand new music from Wyatt Flores, Jake Kohn, and Nolan Taylor who joins us as a guest! Music on this episode: Sturgill Simpson - Life Ain't Fair and the World Is Mean Nolan Taylor - Wichita Clarke Sexton - Nevermind (Red Barn Radio) The Steeldrivers - If It Hadn't Been For Love Wyatt Flores - Orange Bottles Jake Kohn - Frostbite The Kentucky Headhunters - Dumas Walker Zach Russell - Take Me Back to Tennessee Justin Wells - It'll All Work Out Zach Bryan - Heading South Check out our merch: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Sticker Mule : https://www.stickermule.com/custom-stickers

    Season 3 Episode 2: The Rut

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 83:35


    Welcome into The Thicket! A radio style country music show where we aim to introduce you folks to the best country music that your local radio stations always ignore. On today's show: "It's a Start" - Brent Cobb "Bakersfield" - Willy Tea Taylor "Milk & Honey" - Zach Russell "Fox Hunt" - Sierra Ferrell "Smokestacks On The Skyline" - John R. Miller "Clarke County Clay" - Low Water Bridge Band "Fucked Up Brain" - Hunter Flynn "Trail of a Broken Heart" - Taylor Hunnicutt "The Rut" - Turnpike Troubadours Shop: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Call: 319-855-7738 Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&src=GOOG&cid=59532487&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3aeqBhBzEiwAxFiOBgKTqcB-e72kb1yKSJuNUcmbgNyoB3PgtypfWL8V-OtAtmnS7pIW2BoCMm0QAvD_BwE

    Rustin' In The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 81:31


    Welcome into season 3 of The Thicket with Mike & Josh, a radio styled country music show dedicated to shine light on the best country, folk, and americana artists that your local stations always ignore. On this episode we have new music from Tyler Childers, Brent Cobb, Vincent Neil Emerson, as well as a debut of Low Water Bridge Band's "Siren of the Shenandoah". Kick back, relax, and crack your favorite frosty beverage because you're back in The Thicket with Mike & Josh. Ariat Link: ariat.dkkdet.net/hcp Thicket Merch: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/custom-stickers On the show: "Family Ties" - Charles Wesley Godwin "Rustin' in the Rain" - Tyler Childers "Siren of the Shenandoah" - Low Water Bridge Band "Devil Ain't Done" - Brent Cobb "Little Wolf's Invincible Yellow Medicine" - VNE "Don't Care" - Red Clay Strays (Live AF Version) "Bring the Whiskey" - Tyler Richton and The High Bank Boys "Pretty Things" - Kat Hasty "New Year's Day" - Charlie Robison

    Season 2 Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 90:53


    Welcome into the Season 2 Finale of The Thicket with Mike & Josh, the radio styled country music show that will play you the good country music that your local radio stations always seem to ignore. On today's show we will listen through your tattoo design ideas, have Bryon White of The Damn Quails join us on a call, and we even bring back "Mailtime". We'll catch you all in a few weeks for season 3! On this episode: "Muskrat" - Doc Watson "Snake Trails" - Victoria Bailey "Trucker Speed" - Fred Eaglesmith "California Open Invitation" - The Damn Quails "Social Skills" - John Fullbright "Marfa Lights" - Kaitlin Butts "Ahold of My Heart" - Joe Stamm "Baker Hotel" - William Clark Green "Finally Comin' Round" - Ritch Henderson "Middle Ground" - Tyler Childers Shop : thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Call us: 319-530-5908 Check out Sticker Mule: https://www.stickermule.com/custom-stickers

    Thicket in the Dark

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 66:33


    In this outdoor episode Mike & Josh actively hunt a pest that has been destroying Josh's garden while recapping each other's wild weekends of live music. Remember to share the show and your favorite songs from the show with your friends and call in at 319-855-7738 On this week's show: "All Again" - Charles Wesley Godwin "Cigarette Trees" - The Local Honeys "The Way" - Mike & The Moonpies "Panhandle Slim" - The Panhandlers "Sweet Symphony" - Joy Oladokun ft. Chris Stapleton "Northern Attitude" - Noah Kahan "Glory and the Grace" - Luke Bell "Streets of Bakersfield" - Dwight Yoakam Shop: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop

    In Your Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 67:58


    Welcome into the thicket with Mike and Josh. Where we show what we wish mainstream country radio would sound like. Stick around because we call up one of our favorite artists and Josh and him duke it out in a new game on todays show! Songs on this week's show: "In Your Love" - Tyler Childers "Two Doobies" - Dylan Smucker "Sad Bird Still Sings" - Tim Goodin "Cars and Refrigerators" - Jordan Lee King "Wicked Twisted Road" - Reckless Kelly "Interwine" - Senora May "Never Turn Around" - Red Shahan "Watercolors" - Corduroy Brown "High on Gettin' By" - Vincent Neil Emerson Listen to these songs on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4hcfZNqKBW6m769KyC9n9V?si=9VlyYIRfSKyV1dyQW53j4g⁠ Shop our merch: ⁠https://www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop

    All The Gold In The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 69:06


    You have found yourself in the thicket with Mike and Josh, a country radio style show dedicated to helping you discover the best country music you've never heard of as well as slang some familiar bangers from your favorite true country music artists. We have several artists making their Thicket debut this week, so listen close, buckle up and crack a cold one cause you're in The Thicket with Mike & Josh. On This Week's Show: "Hard Travelin'" - Watchhouse "Axe" - The Steel Woods "That River" - Margo Cilker "Warsaw" - Cody Howard "Voices" - Joshua Ray Walker "Levi" - Jordan Lee King "Malboro Magic" - Graycie York "Free and Clean" - J.R. Carroll "All The Gold In California" - Brother Marshall and The Choir of Fire *Thank you to FeedSpot for ranking us in their top 10 for country music podcasts* https://blog.feedspot.com/country_music_podcasts/ This week's songs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/06F5vSmHdAHGdGGSAm0Wim?si=cLCOzVQhRiGQC80a3oIM0Q Shop our store: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Hippies_CowboysPodcast

    Thicket On The Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 65:28


    Welcome in to the thicket, a country music show that will play you the best country songs that you'll never hear on your local radio station. On this show we balance the bigger artists you know and love with our favorite up and comers we hope discover and love as well.  On this week's show: "Hippies & Cowboys" - Cody Jinks "Whiskey" - Trampled by Turtles "East Kentucky Dream" - Hunter Flynn "Coat Of Many Colors" - Sierra Ferrell "John Came Home" - Benjamin Dakota Rogers "Old Tattoo" - Alex Williams "Josephine" - Tanner Usrey "We're All Gonna Die" - Dalton Domino "Keep 'Em on They Toes" - Brent Cobb Shop Our Gear: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Save the Songs on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2sjcTOFIUsKgRxEAfQifZb?si=ZSPWqp44Q0iH5G17-9uTaA

    Kickin' It In The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 77:18


    This week in The Thicket you get a debut listen to Daniel Cain's new single and Rob Leines joins the boys live in the studio! Stick around for that AND another chance to win a t-shirt at the end of the episode! On todays show: "Lyin' Low" - Charles Wesley Godwin "Dooley's Farm" - Molly Tuttle ft. Billy Strings "Sleeping Alone" - Flatland Cavalry "Black Dogs and Alley Cats" - Daniel Cain "what else can she do" - Kaitlin Butts "You Don't Care Enough for Me to Cry" - John Moreland "Take it out on Me" - Slade Coulter "Highway Shine" - Vincent Neil Emerson "Poor Man Blues" - Zach Wilkerson "Rock 'n' Roll Honky Tonk Life" - Rob Leines The tunes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6rkZuJFAdJd7JxyoLJUENI? si=SDvA93RDQn2Wq0PNMcSYvg Our Merch: thehippiesandcowboys.com

    Sultans of The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 61:58


    In the only country radio show where you don't have to wade through the "pop stuff" until hearing a good song, Mike & Josh showcase their "Sultans of Country Music". This weeks show is full of big names, as well as new artists that we hope you discover and enjoy! On this week's show: "You Can Have the Crown" - Sturgill Simpson "Danger" - Mike and the Moonpies "Beauty Queen" - JD Clayton "Rocks and Relics" - Tyler Childers "Chipping Mill" Turnpike Troubadours "Dixie Darlin'" - The Wilder Blue "Things I Ain't Got" - The Droptines "Would You Like to Get Some Goats" - Melissa Carper "High Cost of Living" - Jamey Johnson Call us at 319-855-7738 Shop at: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop Save this week's songs for yourself: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3bjwjV44LcQy3GcdYZS0IF?si=DVhwQjBsQLeQDYsJadeYZg

    She's in His Arms but I'm in the Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 60:49


    In an age where mainstream radio is becoming obsolete, there are dozens of ways for consumers to enjoy and discover great country music. Fortunately for you, you've stumbled upon one of the best ways, because you're in THE Thicket with Mike & Josh. On this week's show: "The Race is On" - Charley Crockett "Long Gone" - Benjamin Tod "She's in His Arms but I'm in the Palm of His Hand" - Summer Dean "Daylight" - Watchhouse "Rita Ballou" - Guy Clark "Prayed For Rain" - Paul Cauthen "Numbers" - Bella White "Till the End of My Days" - Brennan Edwards Whiskey Myers Listen to the songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6QVgEnydkxprm7mRTFshwG?si=HuTQOzu_QtiEZEAgpEd16w Shop: thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop

    Live From The Thicket Eh?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 75:15


    You don't have to suffer through mainstream radio anymore! You are now in The Thicket, with Mike & Josh. This week we have our first ever in studio guest! Noeline Hofmann joins us all the way from Alberta to perform her new song, "Run Horses". We also recap the thrills of Mike's trip to Kentucky, and play a bunch of great tunes. On this weeks show: "Brack and Brine" - Conrad Moore "Red Bandanna Blues" - Adam Carroll "When We Were Close" - Jason Isbell "Bones" - Willy Tea Taylor "Run Horses" - Noeline Hofmann "What Are You Waiting On?" - Richard Inman "Little Sandy Queen" - The Wooks "Our Love Is Done" - Hannah Juanita "Welcome to Tom's" - Colby Acuff Link to all of these songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0b3T7Hw0ZRZ91luB4p9AYI?si=BGnU88BNTEa6xQkigiebmg Check out our merch: www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop

    Back in The Thicket

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 72:00


    Suffering through the mainstream radio kinda feels like a few weeks lost out in the thicket. No direction of where to go, or what new music to hear... Mike and Josh finally get their act together and bring a season 2 opening heater of a show for y'all! Welcome back to The Thicket. On this week's show: "Sam" - Sturgill Simpson "Stop the Clock" - Drayton Farley "Waiting for Wild Horses" - Arlo McKinley "Mountain Queen" - Logan Halstead "Go Down Swingin" Brit Taylor "Michigan" -49 Winchester "The Flood" - Cole Chaney "Hard Times" - Tim Goodin "Spanish Street Signs" - Hunter Flynn "The Wheel" - John R. Miller Check out our merch: https://www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop

    Week 9: Just Sounds Country (Purty Much Is)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 69:21


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh set out to make their own radio styled show to spread the authentic music that is still being made today. On this week's show: "Tulsa's Last Magician" - Willi Carlisle "Rhinestones" - Charlie Marie "Sugar Baby" - Zach Russell "Lone Wolf" Jason Dea West "Blue Eyes Dancing" - Matt Heckler "High Hopes and Low Expectations" - Zane Williams "Too Late to Write a Love Song" - Riddy Arman "Tough Country" - The Pandhandlers "Snake Farm" - Ray Wylie Hubbard "Gallo Del Cielo" - Jason Boland Check out our merch: https://www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop WWE Video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRcJ7xr4/

    Week 8: Doggone Cowboy Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 58:40


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own radio show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are actively working with several radio stations to bring this show to the airwaves near you! If we are not yet on your local station, enjoy our show right here, and let your station know you want to hear us on it! Thanks for helping to get better music to more ears! Check out our new merch: https://www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop In this week's show: "Down Low" - Town Mountain "Oil Springs" - Clarke Sexton "Oh Ramona!" - Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle "Lincoln" - Grayson Jenkins "Cows Around" Corb Lund "Drinkin' Problem" - Rob Leines "Pay No Mind" - Alex Williams "Better Bad Idea" - Sunny Sweeny "Doggone Cowboy" - Marty Robbins

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    Week 7: Trading Tunes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 55:52


    As Josh is out this week for a trip to Colorado, local Iowa musician and javelin legend, Sam Joens joins Mike on the show! Thank you all for listening, sharing, and supporting the show! Check out our new merch https://www.thehippiesandcowboys.com/shop In this week's show: "Rocky Mountain Rangers" - Colter Wall "303" - Red Shahan "Busy Counting Bridges" - Tessy Lou Williams "Midnight in Virginia" - Low Water Bridge Band "Son of Appalachia" - Tim Goodin "The Mercury" - Turnpike Troubadours "Cosmic Doo Doo" - Blaze Foley "Miss the Mississippi" - Nick Shoulders "Trading Paint" - The Texas Gentlemen "You Can't Roller Skate In A Buffalo Herd" - Roger Miller

    Week 6: Trampled by Thickets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 55:46


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own radio show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are actively working with several radio stations to bring this show to the airwaves near you! If we are not yet on your local station, enjoy our show right here, and let your station know you want to hear us on it! Thanks for helping to get better music to more ears! In this week's show: "Southside of Heaven" - Ryan Bingham "Slow Burn" Kacey Musgraves "Wrong Way to Run" - Willy Tea Taylor "Beaumont" - Hayes Carll "Ragtime Troubles" - Luke Bell "You're Lucky She's Lonely" - Summer Dean "25 & Wastin' Time" - Vincent Neil Emerson "The Road" - Danno Simpson "Wait so Long" - Trampled by Turtles

    Week 5: This Ain't Pyrite

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 50:47


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own radio show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are actively working with several radio stations to bring this show to the airwaves near you! If we are not yet on your local station, enjoy our show right here, and let your station know you want to hear us on it! Thanks for helping to get better music to more ears! In this week's show: "I wanna Cry" - Charley Crockett "River Fool" - Ian Noe "Always Home to Me" - Sydney Adams "Porch Light" - Josh Meloy "Born & Raised" - Shane Smith & the Saints "Space And Time" - S.G. Goodman "Free and Clean" J.R. Carroll "Big Ol' Good" - Jeremy Pinnell "Fool's Gold" - The Damn Quails

    Week 4: Goin' Old School

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 55:55


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are actively working with several radio stations to bring this show to airwaves near you! If we are not yet on your local station, enjoy our show right here, and let your station know you want to hear us on it! Thanks for helping get better music to more ears! In this weeks show: "Die Midwestern" Arlo McKinley "September Doves" Lost Dog Street Band "Oklahoma Stars" Jamie Lin Wilson, Evan Felker "The Liar" John Fullbright "Denial" Jonathan Peyton "Black Crow" Parker Ryan "Please Don't Go" Wyatt Flores "Dying to Make A Living" The Local Honeys "Old School" Flatland Cavalry

    Week 3: The Good Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 52:39


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are actively working with several radio stations to bring this show to airwaves near you! If we are not yet on your local station, enjoy our show right here, and let your station know you want to hear us on it! Thanks for helping get better music to more ears! In this weeks show: "Open the Gate" Zach Bryan "Western White Pines" Colby Acuff "Soapbox" Brent Cobb, Nikki Lane "Where the Wildflowers Lay" Kat Hasty "Roger's Song" Wolfpen Branch "Turtles All the Way Down" Sturgill Simpson "Married Again" Brit Taylor "Another Day in the Life" Cole Chaney "Good Stuff" TK & The Holy Know-Nothings

    Week 2: Country That Feels Good

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 53:59


    After years of suffering through mainstream country radio, Mike & Josh have made their own show to spread the music of underappreciated country artists. We are still working on bringing the show to radio stations across the country, which will be monumental for getting more ears on the music we all know and love. In this weeks episode: "Hour on the Hour" Mike and the Moonpies "Jeremiah" Sierra Ferrell "Double Life" Nolan Taylor "Motor's Fried" John R. Miller "Snakes and Waterfalls" Nick Shoulders "Know It All" Billy Strings "How Lucky Am I" Kaitlin Butts "The Jealous Kind" Chris Knight "Right on Time" Sundy Best Thanks for listening and helping spread the music! We'll catch ya next week!

    Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 59:52


    If you could pick any 5 songs to be played on the radio, what would they be? After years of wishing the songs we want could be played on the radio, Mike and Josh have decided to make their own radio styled show, doing exactly that. We hope to spread underappreciated songs to as many ears as possible.  Songs featured on the Pilot: "Way of the Triune God" Tyler Childers "Just Like Leaving" Bella White "Rollin On" Jesse Daniel "North Georgia Rounder" Pony Bradshaw "Can Chaser" Emily Nenni "Dark Black Coal" Logan Halstead "Strawberry Queen" Charles Wesley Godwin "Pay No Rent" Turnpike Troubadours "Norfolk Blues" Drayton Farley "Fortune Favors the Bold" 49 Winchester Reach out to us at iminthethicket@gmail.com for further information, advertisement details, or to add us to your local stations!

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