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We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Leaning into his Appalachian roots, Campton, Kentucky-raised viral streamer Tyler Booth has always let the music lead in his career. Drawing inspiration from his rural upbringing and artists like Jamey Johnson, Waylon Jennings, and Merle Haggard, as well as some of the greats native to his area, like Keith Whitley, Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapelton, and Tyler Childers, Booth's rootsy, back porch pickin' sound and warm baritone vocals has won favor with well over 1 million collective social fans, who all together have streamed his music over 100 million times.​Set to release his upcoming EP Downtown in June, Booth - who's taken the stage with acts like Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Brooks & Dunn, Dwight Yoakum, and Johnson himself - kicks off the project with classic country tune “Talkin' White Trash” - out April 4. “I wanted to bring it back a bit more grassroots. Bring it back a bit more to where I began. There's not a ton of production on this project - two songs are just me and a guitar. There's some bluegrass, there's mandolin, flat pickin'. I wanted to bring a bluegrass element, some blues, and a bit of rock.”Support the show

In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with the incredibly talented country and rock singer Annie Bosko. They discuss her early struggles, from performing in small venues to facing rejection in the music industry. Annie shares her inspirational journey, including working with legendary artists like Vince Gill and Dwight Yoakum, and overcoming personal challenges like a vocal cord injury. Despite numerous setbacks, Annie's relentless perseverance and love for music propelled her to success. Tune in to hear Annie's insightful reflections on the importance of self-belief, resilience, and staying true to one's dreams. Don't miss her new music releases and upcoming shows!

Barry Bales is an acclaimed Bluegrass and Country Music Acoustic Bassist. He's played with Alison Krauss & Union Station since the 1990s. He's won multiple Grammys, International Bluegrass Music Association and CMA awards. He's been voted “Bassist Of The Year” 4 times. And he's performed with Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, The Chieftains, Dolly Parton and Dwight Yoakum among others.My featured song is “Child's Play” from my 1994 debut album Miles Behind. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“ROUGH RIDER” is Robert's latest single. It's got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

In this episode of the Matthews Mentality Podcast, host Kyle Matthews sits down with the incredibly talented country and rock singer Annie Bosko. They discuss her early struggles, from performing in small venues to facing rejection in the music industry. Annie shares her inspirational journey, including working with legendary artists like Vince Gill and Dwight Yoakum, and overcoming personal challenges like a vocal cord injury. Despite numerous setbacks, Annie's relentless perseverance and love for music propelled her to success. Tune in to hear Annie's insightful reflections on the importance of self-belief, resilience, and staying true to one's dreams. Don't miss her new music releases and upcoming shows!00:00 Chris Stapleton's Journey: A Tale of Perseverance01:22 Introducing Annie Bosko: A Rising Star in Country Music02:27 The Hustle of a Musician: Behind the Scenes04:32 Nervous Moments and Big Breaks10:06 Early Beginnings: Annie's Musical Roots13:26 Navigating the Music Industry: Challenges and Triumphs25:42 Vocal Cord Injury: A Turning Point28:26 Overcoming Adversity: The Road to Recovery30:59 Facing Rejection: Stories from the Industry41:37 Embracing Emotions and Self-Improvement43:33 Football Lessons on Handling Emotions47:06 Navigating the Music Industry01:00:12 The Power of Music in Tough Times01:10:08 Upcoming Events and Future Plans

Damien Horne began performing at a young age growing up in Hickory, North Carolina. After high school graduation, Damien took a Greyhound bus to Los Angeles chasing his entertainment dreams.After becoming homeless, Damien returned to North Carolina where he formed the band Stellar Tree and made the move to Nashville. Performing on the streets at night led Damien to be discovered by country star John Rich who invited him to join the MuzikMafia through which Damien was able to secure a publishing deal and tour nationally with such artists as Dwight Yoakum, Kid Rock and John Legend.Damien released his first album "Somebody's Hero" produced by Big Kenny of Big & Rich. Outside of his solo career, Damien also formed the country-trio THE FARM which was signed to Warner Music Nashville. The Farm's debut single "Home Sweet Home" hit the Top 20.Damien Horne now musically collaborates with Krista Marie and cohosts the television show, “The Song”. He also has an inspirational trio called “The Magi”.Damien splits his time between Nashville and Los Angeles speaking, singing, and acting. If not on stage he can be found in schools, prisons, and even Ted Talks sharing his message of hope.https://www.thegoodgoodlife.org/https://www.damienhorne.com/https://www.themagimusic.com/https://linktr.ee/tgglfoundation?fbclid=PAAabOnljQlej2sTUQz3AKH9X6jmVAGnA9cORU-Kl3wBIzI8ar4BL9hOptS2A"Still on the Run" - https://www.fbrmusic.com/Host - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotography IG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Threads - www.threads.net/@treymitchellphotographySponsorship Information/Guest Suggestions  -  ftsunashville@gmail.com

T. Graham Brown is a Country, Gospel and Blues Superstar. He's a CMA award winner and Grammy nominee. He's been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. He's had over 20 hit singles including multiple #1 hits. He's recorded with stars like Wynonna Judd, Dwight Yoakum and Tanya Tucker. His latest album is called “From Memphis To Muscle Shoals”.My featured song is “All Of The Time”. Spotify link. ---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------Connect with T. Graham:www.tgrahambrown.com__________________________ROBERT'S SINGLES:“LOVELY GIRLIE” is Robert's new single. It's a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's sublime, atmospheric Jazz Fusion tune. Featuring guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

Celebrating the holiday with a truly enjoyable musical romp. Diverse and full of information and opinions, with Austin City Limits, Shaboozey, Dwight Yoakum, Elton John, Beyonce, Yacht Rock, Hollywood Vampires, and many more. Come along for the ride!

This week, Stub reviews the new album "Brighter Days" by Dwight Yoakum, the new "Live At The Ryman" by Red Clay Strays, and chats a bit about the Mike Tyson/Jake Paul fight last weekend. If you find yourself liking, singing along to, or playing along with One Bourbon, One Chard, or One Beer, please Please PLEASE rate and review us on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Soundcloud, or wherever you found our podcast. It helps other lushes like you find our podcast and to build our community. If you rate and review us and we ever meet you, we'll buy you one bourbon, one chard, or one beer (our choice). Cheers, mates!

With the addition of the Jon Pardi, “Southall,” “Turnpike Troubadours,” “Pesado,” and Joe Nichols, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo has completed its 2025 concert lineup. Other previously introduced performers include Mark Chestnutt, Tyler Hubbard, Zach Top, Sammy Hagar, Nelly, and Dwight Yoakum, to name a few. Tickets start at just and include the rodeo performance, concert, and admission to the fairgrounds. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/40Opdng.Article Link

In honor of his birthday we discuss our Top 5 Dwight Yoakum songs with Scotty Martin and Brad Gibson --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/percysplace/support

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Monday, Oct. 7, 2024  Explore charming West Virginia towns in the fall…the West Virginia Penitentiary kicks off its annual Dungeon of Horrors haunted attraction…and check out some of the great concerts, festivals and sporting events coming to Charleston this fall…on today's daily304. #1 – From WORLD ATLAS – As the days shorten and the air turns crisp, the wild and wonderful state of West Virginia transforms into a stunning mix of fiery reds, glowing golds, and vibrant oranges. From late September through October, the state fully embraces its nickname, “Almost Heaven,” with its stunning natural beauty on display.  From the historic hilltop town of Harpers Ferry to scenic Fayetteville, these towns offer unforgettable fall experiences. Whether hiking beneath a canopy of colorful leaves in Davis, exploring scenic drives in Lewisburg, or joining a lively harvest festival in Marlinton, each town brings the season to life in its own unique way. Check out wvtourism.com to begin planning your fall adventure in Almost Heaven.  Read more: https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/2024-s-towns-in-west-virginia-that-come-alive-in-the-fall.html   #2 – From SOURCE – Halloween is right around the corner and the Dungeon of Horrors is open at the West Virginia Penitentiary in Moundsville. The spooky attraction runs until November 2nd. The tour is for those 13 and older and will last about 45 minutes, where you'll experience the fright of being locked in a cell, the fear of being lost in a maze, and the terror of a nightmarish walk through our Dungeon of Horrors. It is a no-touch haunt. The penitentiary also offers a North Walk. It's a guided walk through the northern section of the facility and is most known to have paranormal activity. For tickets or more information, visit the West Virginia Penitentiary online. Read more: https://www.wtrf.com/west-virginia/dungeon-of-horrors-set-to-open-up-at-the-west-virginia-penitentiary/   #3 – From LOOTPRESS – Autumn is a great time to visit Charleston. The Capital City is rocking with great concerts and live performances, fall festivals, and a new USA Karate competition. Events include the annual West Virginia Book Festival and FestivFALL Charleston. The Charleston Ballet presents “Dracula: The Seduction.” Mountain Stage features a hot lineup, and concerts at the Charleston Coliseum include Dwight Yoakum and Jelly Roll. Read about these events and many more in Charleston this fall and visit charlestonwv.com to get the whole schedule. Read more: https://www.lootpress.com/upcoming-fall-events-in-charleston/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

David Fleming speaks with Raul Malo, of The Mavericks. The Mavericks are performing with Dwight Yoakum with two dates in our region quite soon. More at themavericksband.com

Don't Panic. Just get in the room with Leo and Charles this week on Scene Stealers. For The Vault, Charles is money baby and talking about Swingers. Leo is making it a David Fincher double and taking out the newest film The Killer. For the main take, it's Fincher's 2002 thriller Panic Room. It has a crazy cool cast of Jodi Foster, Forrest Whitaker, Kristen Stewart, Jared Leto, and Dwight Yoakum. We're locked in a room with Scene Stealers. It's the safest place to be.

Date: October 11, 2023Name of podcast: Backstage Pass RadioEpisode title and number:  S5: E8 - Dave Roe (Johnny Cash, Dwight Yoakum, John Mellencamp, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins) - The Legacy Lives OnBIO:Born David Roe Rorick, bassist/vocalist/songwriter Dave Roe grew up in Hawaii and started playing bass in funk and R&B bands in the late '60s and '70s. After moving to Nashville in the early '80s, he joined Jerry Reed's band.  Over the next several years Dave toured the world with several country artists including Mel Tillis, Vern Gosdin, Charlie Louvin, Dottie West, Chet Atkins, Vince Gill, and others.In the early '90s,  Johnny Cash hired Dave to play in his band the Tennessee Three.  Dave has said ‘That started my love affair with the upright bass, and slap bass in particular, that lingers till this day.'  Dave worked with Cash for eleven years, and toward the end, he played bass on most of the American Recordings sessions produced by Rick Rubin.After Cash passed away,  Dave toured and recorded for five years with Dwight Yoakam. He got off the road after that, since his recording session work had picked up substantially. Coinciding with this, he was a member of the Don Kelley Band for 13 years, considered one of America's best honky-tonk bands.With over 500 album credits, including numerous platinum, gold, and Grammy-winning records, over the years Dave has worked with such diverse artists as John Mellencamp, Sturgill Simpson, Chrissie Hynde, Taj Majal, Loretta Lynn,  Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, Ian Hunter, Brian Setzer, Dan Auerbach, CeeLo Green, Kurt Vile, Yola, John Anderson, Carrie Underwood, Marcus King, Malcolm Holcombe, Brandy Clark, Joe Ely, Gretchen Peters, Ray LaMontagne, Jake Bugg, Richard Lloyd, Don Schlitz, Faith Hill, Duane Eddy, Kathy Mattea, Rodney Crowell and others.These days, Dave continues to work sessions and play live regionally with a few artists.  He has his own band, the SloBeats, formed with guitar great from Marty Stuart's band Kenny Vaughan, and drummer Pete Abbott from the Average White Band. Dave also regularly books sessions in his own studio, Seven Deadly Sins, located right outside Nashville in Goodlettsville, TN. He is a life member of AFM Local 257 in Nashville, TN.Sponsor Link:WWW.ECOTRIC.COMWWW.SIGNAD.COMWWW.RUNWAYAUDIO.COMBackstage Pass Radio Social Media Handles:Facebook - @backstagepassradiopodcast @randyhulseymusicInstagram - @Backstagepassradio @randyhulseymusicTwitter - @backstagepassPC @rhulseymusicWebsite - backstagepassradio.com and randyhulsey.comArtist(s) Web Pagewww.daveroe.comCall to actionWe ask our listeners to like, share, and subscribe to the show and the artist's social media pages. This enables us to continue pushing great content to the consumer. Thank you for being a part of Backstage Pass RadioYour Host,Randy Hulsey 

J&D take the time to discuss geography. What is an American, really? Tune in to find out on this episode of IDSIBIBY! please consider liking and subscribing watch on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEKkyGml1gEIPWAxPx2fGIQ to LISTEN: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-didnt-see-it-but-i-believe-you/id1472947151 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YttlVYptykrfaedGOjAJK?si=f7b247eb17cc4e4a Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL2lkaWRudHNlZWl0YnV0aWJlbGlldmV5b3UvZmVlZC54bWw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwio0tyynvfuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBA SpaceHey: https://spacehey.com/ididntseeitbutibelieveyou

FANTASTIC HUMANS features guests from all walks of life whose passion is contagious and awe-inspiring. Creator and host Andrea Westmeyer will premiere her immersive talk show on Saturday, August 26th @ 5:30pm, at the Harmony Gold Theater in Hollywood, and has sponsored a fundraiser for The Rhythmic Arts Project (TRAP), a charity founded by her guest and musician Eddie Tuduri. Tuduri is a prolific drummer who has worked with many of the world's greatest entertainers, both touring and in countless studio recordings. His tenure includes the Beach Boys, Dobie Gray, Del Shannon, Rick Nelson and the Stone Canyon Band, Dr. John, The Five Man Electric Band, Wha-Koo, Marianne Faithful, Martha Reeves, John Stewart, Steve Perry, Kenny Neal, Tata Vega, Ronnie Laws, Englebert Humperdinck, Dwight Yoakum, Johnny Rivers, Freddy Fender and Charlie Rich, Michael McDonald, and Jimmy Messina. In 1997, a catastrophic surfing accident left him a quadriplegic, with medical experts saying he would be wheelchair-bound and never walk or play music again. He proved them wrong, making a miraculous recovery, and went on to develop his innovative educational curriculum, TRAP. The program is designed for individuals with intellectual differences, teaching them life-enhancing skills, and is currently available in 20 countries worldwide. The evening will begin with a screening of Eddie's episode “Rubbing Shoulders with Angels,” which takes us on a fantastic but humble human's unprecedented journey. A Q&A with Westmeyer & Tuduri, moderated by Fantastic Humans' producer Sean Michael Beyer will be immediately after, and a special performance from a TRAP alumnus and some of the fantastic professional musicians who support Eddie's program. A cocktail reception will follow. What: Fantastic Humans Premiere proceeds benefiting TRAP When: Saturday, August 26th, 5:30pm Where: Harmony Gold Theater 7655 West Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046 more: getthefunkoutshow.kuci.org

Haddock's diligent nature mixed with his traditional, authentic style of country music has quickly solidified his spot as a staple in the Red Dirt Country scene. Currently celebrating the release of several new singles with hit producer/songwriter and manager Trent Willmon (Cody Johnson, Eric Church, Randy Houser, Little Big Town) at the helm, the young talent is on an unprecedented path. Haddock has celebrated 3 Top 15 Texas Country singles with his most recent release being an electric cover of Dwight Yoakum's 1993 hit, “Fast as You.” Keep up with Hayden here!

With over a decade in the music industry, renowned country singer Gary Pratt is sharing his unique country sound with the masses. He has already established a name in the US music scene. Performing with artists like Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap, Dwight Yoakum, Neal McCoy and Crystal Gale, Confederate Railroad as well as playing notable festivals like the Rocky Gap Music Festival and Tennessee State Fair, Pratt has built a loyal following – a following that continues to grow. Along with his gigging experience, the US-based singer-songwriter has received several accolades being a Josie Music Awards nominee (2021) and an International Singer-Songwriters Association Songwriter of the Year Award Winner (2021). He has recieved The ISSA Male Emerging Artist of 2022, The Hollywood Red Carpet Fair Play Award for his song - "Country to the Bone" and recently IMN Award Winner for Breakout Song Of The Year-"You Gotta Jump In". Gary has been featured in The Hollywood Digest, Skope Magazine, Music Update Central, and New Music Weekly (to name a few publications), Pratt is described as good-natured, anthemic and “…setting the world on fire” (New Music Weekly). Coming off his 2021 album Something Worth Remembering, Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. His last two songs have hit number one on the International Itunes Chart. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. His last recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", was dedicated to his brother who had passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville Writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". It was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this album, Gary invited MTS Male Vocalist Matt Westin and Female Vocalist Savannah Nider to help out on a few songs. Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. Gary is currently back in the studio working on a new project with Nashville Producer - Adam Ernst. Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally and has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. Gary is proud to work with his stage/music partner Kate Szallar. The year 2022 has been such a busy year and they have added the band Abilene to his large shows and his good friends Tim Bush and Mike Scimmie to the Acoustic Shows! ​ Gary's music albums can be purchased at Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer Itunes, Cd Baby, or call 724-834-7499. His very first CD "Gary Pratt" can only be purchased by calling 724-834-7499 (Le Jardin Shop). Check his videos out on Youtube and ask ALEXA to play his music. ​https://www.garyprattmusic.com/

Let's get into data with Alyse Braaten, Manager of Client Services and Rosie Sprangers, of Foundant Technologies. We learn of Rosie's affection for accounting and data solutions and Alyse's passion for Bakersfield, higher education and streamlining the scholarship process.  Mix in their love for Foundant and CRMs and you've got an entertaining podcast.Mentions Include:Bakersfield CaliforniaFoundant TechnologiesRosie Sprangers, Solutions EngineerAlyse Braaten, Manager of Client ServicesBooks, Podcast and Music recommendationsBrandi Carlile - The StoryJoe Rogan Randall CarlsonStreets of Bakersfield,   Dwight Yoakum and Buck OwensEvents/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferencesAssociationsNational Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)Advancement Network (AdNet)CEONetProNetCommACouncil on FoundationsAiPAmerican College of Financial ServicesMusicThanks to Andy Eppler for our intro MusicThanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away

In this conversation Dwight gave us his very clear opinion on the commodification of country music, speaks on his genuine feelings on the fans, tells us a little about his rough ride in country music, along with the love and respect he has for his music and his peers.

John's guest is Eddie Tuduri. Eddie shares his incredible life story including playing drums for major acts like The Beach Boys, Rick Nelson, Dwight Yoakum, Dobie Gray, Dr. John and many more, to his surfing accident in 1997 which left him temporarily paralyzed. Being the founder and director of The Rhythmic Arts Project (TRAP) and the great work they do. Throughout it all, Eddie remains a positive and inspiring force, and a beloved member of the Drum Community.   Please subscribe to John's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoomhttps://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_room

Singer and Songwriter Gary Pratt - With over a decade in the music industry, renowned country singer Gary Pratt is sharing his unique country sound with the masses. While this is my introduction to Pratt, he has already established a name in the US music scene. Performing with artists like Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap, Dwight Yoakum, Neal McCoy and Crystal Gale, as well as playing notable festivals like the Rocky Gap Music Festival and Tennessee State Fair, Pratt has built a loyal following – a following that continues to grow. Along with his gigging experience, the US-based singer-songwriter has received several accolades being a Josie Music Awards nominee (2021) and an International Singer-Songwriters Association Songwriter of the Year award winner (2021). Recently he received The ISSA Male Emerging Artist of 2022 and The Hollywood Red Carpet Fair Play Award for his song Country to the Bone." Gary has been featured in The Hollywood Digest, Skope Magazine, Music Update Central, and New Music Weekly (to name a few publications), Pratt is described as good-natured, anthemic and “…setting the world on fire” (New Music Weekly). Coming off his 2021 album Something Worth Remembering, Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. His last two songs have hit number one on the International Itunes Chart. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". This project has been in the making for over a year. In addition to this awesome album, Gary has recorded a Christmas Album, entitle "Angels in the Snow" which is sure to be a hit this holiday season. Both projects were recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst.Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally and has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends.www.garyprattmusic.comgaryprattmusic@aol.comwww.facebook.com/garyaprattwww.facebook.com/groups/garyprattmusicwww.Instagram.com/garyprattmusicwww.garyprattmusic.comwww.youtube.com/user/garypratt1www.twitter.com/GaryPra73985764https://www.tiktok.com/@garyprattmusicListen

Savraya is a singer-songwriter referred to me by a mutual songwriting friend from Louisiana, Tommy Ike Hailey. She's just starting her lyrical life and it's always an honor and privilege to be the first radio or podcast experience for a young artist like this. Living in places like Nashville, Ft. Worth and the Mississippi Gulf Coast near New Orleans gives her a unique perspective on Southern American music with roots, blues, jazz, country, hip hop, pop, and even Cajun in the mix. Gifted with her first guitar at 16, she started writing songs and playing open mics. Dad's job transferred the family back to Nashville and she started playing songwriter rounds and recording with Michael McAdam and great Nashville musicians including Jimmy Lester, and Dave Roe who had worked with Johnny Cash, Steve Earle, Dwight Yoakum and many more. Another transfer back to Mississippi and Savraya started to write new material and gigging all over the Gulf Coast. She claims no specific genre with an open mind to past and present influences. Her second release “Glass Ball” finished first in the 2021 Ozone Songwriting competition. She works with regional videographer Chaz Singleton (Astroclown Productions) who has shot videos for hip hop artists including Juvenile, Choppa, Young Bleu, and the Ying Yang Twins. Savraya is a unique artist with powerful vocals and meaningful lyrics for one so young! Enjoy this early morning conversation and musical performance with Savraya.

Sugarcane Jane, comprised of Anthony Crawford and Savana Lee, recently opened for Dwight Yoakum and tour extensively across the Southeast. Based in Loxley, Alabama, the couple first met at a recording studio in Nashville. Anthony began playing and touring with Neil Young when he was only 24. He also made his Grand Ole Opry debut at 18, performing with the legendary Roy Acuff.  I sat down with Savana and Anthony at SOWAL House in Rosemary Beach, FL, to chat about their careers and writing songs for Steve Winwood, Kenny Rogers, Sawyer Brown, Lorrie Morgan, and many others. Ruffled Feathers, Songs In the Key of Me, is the duos latest release.

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. Gary is a 2021 International Singer Songwriter Association Award Winner and a Josie Music Award Nominee. His last two songs have hit number one on the International Itunes Chart. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience.  Gary is a 2021 International Singer Songwriter Association Award Winner and a Josie Music Award Nominee.  His last two songs have hit number one on the International Itunes Chart. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennesee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest.  Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap, Neal McCoy and Crystal Gayle to name a few.  His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". This project has been in the making for over a year.  It was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Male Vocalist Matt Westin and Female Vocalist Savannah Nider to help out on a few songs.  Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. It was the first time Gary and Savannah actually met and they are now making plans to write together in the future. Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart.  Not only has music been an outlet emotionally and has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some o --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wvuncommonplace/message

Today we're talking to Jenny Holtermann AKA Almond Girl Jenny, about her farm and family. Jenny and her husband are both 4th generation farmers, raising almonds and children near Bakersfield, California. The Holmans grow and direct market almonds and Jenny also works for a local water conservation group.

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience.  Gary is a 2021 International Singer Songwriter Association Award Winner and a Josie Music Award Nominee.  His last two songs have hit number one on the International iTunes Chart.  He has performed at the Tennessee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest, and been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap, Neal McCoy and Crystal Gayle to name a few.  His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". Visit his website - www.garyprattmusic.com

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Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. Gary is a 2021 International Singer Songwriter Association Award Winner and a Josie Music Award Nominee. His last two songs have hit number one on the International Itunes Chart. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennesee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest. Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap, Neal McCoy and Crystal Gayle to name a few. His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". This project has been in the making for over a year. It was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Male Vocalist Matt Westin and Female Vocalist Savannah Snider to help out on a few songs. Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. It was the first time Gary and Savannah actually met and they are now making plans to write together in the future. Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally and has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. His latest singles, "A SONG YOU CAN DRINK A BEER TO" and "COUNTRY TO THE BONE" are playing on Nashville (WNHE), LA, New York and Las Vegas radio stations! Google and see the many News Articles and Interviews all over the world! Gary's music albums can be purchased at Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer Itunes, Cd Baby, or call 724-834-7499. His very first CD "Gary Pratt" can only be purchased by calling the phone number above. Check his videos out on Youtube and ask ALEXA to play his music. You can also go to www.garyprattmusic.com

Joined this ep by the outstanding Jason Gore! Comedian, actor, writer- from 108.9 The Hawk, The Best Show, Meet My Friends The Friends, Midlife Crisis, Dead Dads Club. Nice to see you!, 50 First Dates, Drew Barrymore, Drew's News Food Dude, Eric Cunningham, Music and Lyrics, ranch soda, McDonalds pizza, Trader Joes, Radford, VA, Terry Gross, Mike Birbiglia, UCB, alienating audiences, sketch teams, 108.9 The Hawk, southern accents, Sam Elliot, Yellowstone, national parks, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tracy Letts, Carrie Coons, Ghostbusters Afterlife, True Blood, southern actors, Danny McBride, acting school, character types, Rust, insulting auditions, careers in show biz, This Is Us, Bosch, Jack Reacher, Friday the 13th the series, Dan Brown, David Cross, Live from New York audiobook, Tracy Morgan audiobook, Kids in the Hall reunion, Bob and David, Mr. Show, Party Down, Wings, Jackass, The Eagles, Joe Walsh, meeting celebrities, autographs, Dwight Yoakum, Sling Blade, Teri Hatcher, Desperate Housewives, Jaim Gertz, Tom Savini, Jeff Bezos, Mike Huckabee, SNL, comedy therapy, Kurt Vonnegut, ranch dressing, Family Guy, Charles Bronson, Globetrotters on Scooby Doo, Wayland Flowers and Madame, Sherry Lewis and Lamb Chop. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/whatsthatfrom)

Proud Papa, Songwriter and Touring Artist, Dave Fenley, Spreading Love Like Peanut ButterDave Fenley was born and raised in the small town of Lufkin, an East Texas town is deeply rooted with religion, family values, and music. At a young age, Dave showed an aptitude for learning melodies and lyrics. As a child, he sang with the children's choir in his Southern Baptist church while his father sang bass in the “big choir.” His father Elton would sing in the home all the time and teach Dave harmonies to all the “good” country songs on the radio. Dave also joined the choir in his elementary school and stayed with it till high school. In high school, his family moved to Canada, so Dave had a whole different set of influences. No longer surrounded by only country music, Dave found that he loved anything with soul. Starting with Boyz II Men, Dave back tracked to artists like Otis Redding, Ray Charles, and Percy Sledge. Thats when Dave really started using his voice. He began writing songs at the age of fifteen and picked up a guitar at 18. There was no stopping him after that. He taught himself how to play songs he loved and would perform them at bars before he was even legal to drink alcohol.The next decade was just Dave honing his craft, figuring out what type of artist he would be, and learning that he loved every kind of music. He had a “genre-free philosophy” for his shows so the audience would always be surprised by what would come next. Dave's talent with an audience did not go unnoticed. He has shared the stage with musical royalty like Dwight Yoakam, Miranda Lambert, and Dierks Bentley. Dave currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee and writes songs for a living.Connect with Dave Fenley:Dave Fenley WebsiteIf you would like to hear about a profession or love what you do, I would love to hear from you! Connect with me: https://www.bonnielang.com/igniteConnect on Instagram: @bonnielang.com Buzzsprout - Whether you are looking for a new marketing channel, have a message you want to share with the world, or just think it would be fun to have your own talk show...podcasting is an easy, inexpensive, and fun way to expand your reach online. Following this link in the show notes lets Buzzsprout know I sent you, and gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support my show. Buzzsprout/IgniteYourPassion

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, and most of all, an energetic country entertainer, who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennessee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest.  Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle, to name a few.  http://www.garyprattmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/garyprattmusic https://twitter.com/GaryPra73985764   CONTACT: Michael Stover MTS Management Group   michael@mtsmanagementgroup.com A man of faith,Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart.  Not only has music been an outlet emotionally that  has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. 

Damien Horne began performing at a young age growing up in Hickory, North Carolina. After high school graduation, Damien took a Greyhound bus to Los Angeles chasing his entertainment dreams. After becoming homeless, Damien returned to North Carolina where he formed the band Stellar Tree and made the move to Nashville. Performing on the streets at night led Damien to be discovered by country star John Rich who invited him to join the MuzikMafia through which Damien was able to secure a publishing deal and tour nationally with such artists as Dwight Yoakum, Kid Rock and John Legend. Damien released his first album "Somebody's Hero" produced by Big Kenny of Big & Rich. Outside of his solo career, Damien also formed the country-trio THE FARM which was signed to Warner Music Nashville. The Farm's debut single "Home Sweet Home" hit the Top 20. Damien Horne now musically collaborates with Krista Marie and cohosts the television show, “The Song”. He also has an inspirational trio called “The Magi”. Damien splits his time between Nashville and Los Angeles speaking, singing, and acting. If not on stage he can be found in schools, prisons, and even Ted Talks sharing his message of hope. https://www.damienhorne.com/ THE GOOD GOOD LIFE COURSE Code: #thekellycardenaspodcast $50 discount https://thegoodgoodlife.samcart.com/products/the-good-good-life-coaching-course Thank you to our sponsors Findlay Volvo Las Vegas https://www.findlayvolvocarslv.com/ Samaritans Feet https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/KellyCardenas?utm_medium=email&utm_source=ExactTarget&utm_campaign=20220105_ Pinks4Cancer https://recycling4acure.org/ Cardenas Law Group https://cardenaslawgroup.com/ Squeeze Dried https://squeezedried.com/ PAUL MITCHELL HAIR CARE DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR STEP https://store.kellycardenassalon.com/collections/all-products BLING SHINE SERUM-The #1 seller of over 15years and the only product to be endorsed by my MAMA! https://store.kellycardenassalon.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling?_pos=1&_sid=6a4a4c2b4&_ss=r WEBSITE https://www.kellycardenas.com/ EXECUTIVE PRODUCER BROOKLYN CARDENAS

It's already week two of November, and it's evident in the beginning of this episode we have no clue what month we're in. But let's focus on the movie at hand here, today's action packed, adrenaline fueled whirlwind of a film is 2006's "Crank."   Jason Statham is an assassin for hire and he's been pumped full of some drug that is gonna kill him unless he keeps his adrenaline a-going. And boy does he. Cue all the stereotypical bad guys, cute girlfriend, crazy soundtrack and more people sharing drugs than realistically possible.    This movie is such a good time y'all. There's Synthetic Chinese wonder drugs, Pedro enjoying the shit out of some tacos, Hiccups, a cool, calm and collected Dwight Yoakum, public sex and a trail of absolute destruction. In this episode, although Snowy starts it in a shit mood, we declare that RFT brings the fun, wonder how many gas station uppers before your heart explodes, acknowledge that this movie couldn't be made today, ogle a bangable Glen Howerton, The Doctor talks Bootleg movies and we make a pact. All this and so much more on this week's Reel Fun Times!!

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, and most of all, an energetic country entertainer, who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal-mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the frontman for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennessee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest. Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle, to name a few. His March album release, "Something Worth Remembering'' (MTS Records), is dedicated to his brother, who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by hit Nashville songwriters. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee, Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". In the making for more than a year, the album was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole (Ashley Puckett, Savannah) and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Records' award-winning male vocalist Matt Westin and multiple international #1 iTunes female vocalist Savannah (Nider) to help out on a few songs. Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. The album contains the international #1 iTunes smash, “A Song You Can Drink a Beer To.” Gary is a 2021 International Singer-Songwriters Association Award Winner and a 2021 Josie Music Awards nominee. A man of faith, Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this musical journey and putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally that has helped Gary through some rough times, but it has also brought the family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A truly outstanding musical talent takes centerstage on this Jailhouse Radio presentation. Mr. Dwight Yoakum brings memorable music to each one of us. Born in the 60's, this lady has a very unique sound and you will hear her today on Jailhouse Radio. Grady comes along and you will hear him. Hear what? Good question. Enjoy!

In this episode, Chris Lowe of the amazing Cowpunk duo Volk talks about working day jobs to stay afloat as a DIY musician in Nashville, the concept of "selling out" and how to build up a small band, and comparisons to White Stripes and bringing influences into the music. Plus, "nudie suits", the demented Dwight Yoakum, and why it is important to be nice to people. https://www.livevolk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/livevolk https://www.youtube.com/volkband https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DC7DTFiH8DZXydAIOgABV https://livevolk.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/volk_band/ Paul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via Katzulhu Productions https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12 https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, and most of all, an energetic country entertainer, who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennessee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest. Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle, to name a few. His March album release, "Something Worth Remembering'' (MTS Records), is dedicated to his brother, who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by hit Nashville songwriters. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee, Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". In the making for more than a year, the album was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole (Ashley Puckett, Savannah) and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Records' award-winning male vocalist Matt Westin and multiple international #1 iTunes female vocalist Savannah (Nider) to help out on a few songs. Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. The album contains the international #1 iTunes smash, “A Song You Can Drink a Beer To.” Gary is a 2021 International Singer Songwriters Association Award Winner and a 2021 Josie Music Awards nominee. A man of faith,Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally that has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. http://www.garyprattmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/garyprattmusic https://twitter.com/GaryPra73985764 Subscribe To What Up! https://bit.ly/3qRR69T More What Up Videos

This episode covers the emergence of country music's neo-traditionalists like Randy Travis and Ricky Skaggs and the brief golden period they kicked off before the economics of superstars changed the game.Let It Roll is proud to be part of Pantheon Podcasts.Have a question or a suggestion for a topic or person for Nate to interview? Email letitrollpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter.Follow us on Facebook.

This episode covers the emergence of country music's neo-traditionalists like Randy Travis and Ricky Skaggs and the brief golden period they kicked off before the economics of superstars changed the game. Let It Roll is proud to be part of Pantheon Podcasts. Have a question or a suggestion for a topic or person for Nate to interview? Email letitrollpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter. Follow us on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennesee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest.  Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle to name a few.  His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". This project has been in the making for over a year.  It was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Male Vocalist Matt Westin and Female Vocalist Savannah Nider to help out on a few songs.  Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. It was the first time Gary and Savannah actually met and they are now making plans to write together in the future. Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart.  

Gary Pratt is a singer, a songwriter, but most of all, an energetic country entertainer who connects with his audience. He grew up in the small, old coal mining town of Slickville, Pennsylvania. In addition to being the front man for several local bands in the Pittsburgh area, he has had the experience of hitting the Nashville club and showcase scene. He has had the pleasure of singing at the Tennesee State Fair, Rocky Gap Music Festival and CMA Fest. Gary has been the opening act for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle to name a few. His current recording project, "Something Worth Remembering", is dedicated to his brother who recently passed. The album is a combination of Gary's originals and songs written by credited Nashville writers. The title track was written by Grammy Award Nominee Tony Arata, who wrote Garth Brooks' "The Dance". This project has been in the making for over a year. It was recorded at Tonic Studios with Engineer Doug Kasper, Producer Bryan Cole and Musician/Artist Adam Ernst. Excited about this new album, Gary invited MTS Male Vocalist Matt Westin and Female Vocalist Savannah Nider to help out on a few songs. Savannah and Gary recorded the duet he wrote, "To Find Us", at Omni Studios in Nashville. It was the first time Gary and Savannah actually met and they are now making plans to write together in the future. Gary is forever thankful to God for walking with him through life, paving this music journey and for putting the gift of music in his heart. Not only has music been an outlet emotionally and has helped Gary through some rough times, it has brought family together and has introduced him to some of the most amazing people he is proud to call friends. ​Gary's music albums can be purchased at Spotify, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer Itunes, Cd Baby,

TheDavidBowersAwards presents indie artists Gary Pratt PLUS The Lucas Bros. Band!Singer, songwriter and country entertainer Gary Pratt has traveled from the coal mining town of Slickville PA to Pittsburgh and then the world. He's opened for such greats as Dwight Yoakum, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Ronnie Milsap and Crystal Gayle to name a few. He brings us he latest release from his "Something Worth Remembering" project ... which, you'll agree, certainly is!The Lucas Bros. Band, while new to many, has been performing (and preparing for stardom) for over 15 years. Lyndel Lucas and family bring an authentic style of laid back cross between country and Jimmy Buffet they call 'gulf and western!' Lyndel makes jokes, Keith loves Crash Bandicoot, Kenny only eats bagels in the morning and together, they make music you'll love.We also sample a new release from our old friends, Smith Sisters & The Sunday Drivers' 'Jesus Loves Me.’ Listen ANYTIME and please tell your friends so they can listen, too.

12 recordings taken from the 1995 release “DWIGHT LIVE”, includes Little Sister, It Only Hurts When I Cry, This Time, Streets Of Bakersfield, Little Ways, Please Please Baby, Thousand Miles From Nowhere, Rocky Road Blues, Wild Ride, Fast As You, Long White Cadillac, and Suspicious Mind.

Host CloudwatcherUno sits down with Joshua Ray Walker has the voice that you find only once in a generation. Once you've listened to tracks such as 'Loving County' where he yodels his heart out and produces a spine chilling effect on your spine. Not since Dwight Yoakum and Slim Whitman has there been an artist who can combine the craft of singing, yodelling and lyrics that hit you right between the eyes to such an effect. Joshua's music makes you want to think, cry and dance all at the same time. This is an artist who at his peak did 280 shows a year and only slowed down to release his first album 'Wish You Were Here'. In the fall of 2019 he started his first Scandinavian where he discovered first hand the European love for all things country and western. Check out the blog below on Joshua Ray Walker and other artists: https://cloudwatcheruno.com/cloudwatcheruno-linktree/ Our Spotify playlist is available for those of you keen to know more about every single song mentioned in the podcast. Love the podcast? Then by all means feel free to share the news with your friends on social media and help the show grow!

Connect with Michael and BobThe Climb on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-climb-podcast/Bob Wierema: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-wierema/Michael Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpmoore/More on ConchoConcho's blog post that dives deep into the specifics of the Billy Bob's fiasco: https://www.ulterre.com/blog/lessons-from-the-honky-tonk/Connect with Concho: https://www.linkedin.com/in/concho-minick-62916910/[00:00:00] Concho: [00:00:00] You know, he found himself wanting to align with the people who wanted to develop the stock yards without any sort of historical context. Right. And that was an economic opportunity, I think, in his mind. But what I didn't know at the time is that to my other partners were offering him real incentives to align, but I learned that later and.[00:00:28] You know, there was, there was also some conflict occurred just prior with me, my stepmother and my dad, you know, through that whole process of the transition of me coming into the business and they hadn't gotten over it, you know, there were some imposter syndrome kind of things going on there. And you know, there's a whole lot to talk about.[00:00:47] They're given time that I, it really it's probably worthwhile talking about, but they couldn't let go of not being in control of Billy Bob's anymore. And I think they felt that was. My fault in some ways that I was now the president, no, I'm the president. I gotta be the precedent, but they weren't supposed to be working there.[00:01:07] And, you know, they were just about transitioned out and gone at the time we went through that whole real estate conflict. And, does that push them into a camp opposite of me? You know, I stood up in front of city council and argued for form basis and know some sort of developmental guidelines in control, but the stockyards, which would not have occurred had Philip benign, many other people not done that.[00:01:33] But I guess to get back to your question, Michael, and an answer, it is, I just can't imagine this. Anything other than just someone making their best economic. Right. And he made a bet against family at the same time [00:01:51] Michael Moore: [00:01:51] today, the climb Bob and I are joined by Concho Minnick. Hold on for a fascinating ride, deep into the world of honkytonks politics and legal maneuvers.[00:02:01] From growing up in Fort worth to attending Gale, to building Billy Bob's globally to now running a real estate firm. This episode is chocked full of life lessons. Enjoy the climb.[00:02:27] gotcha. Minute. Welcome to the client. [00:02:30] Concho: [00:02:30] Thank you. It's great to be here, [00:02:32] Michael Moore: [00:02:32] Bob and I are really excited to cohost you today. Bob always laughed at always say everything's bigger in Texas, but, nothing rings truer than Billy Bob's largest honky tonk in the world. certainly a big part of Fort worth history, big part of Texas history.[00:02:49] And under your guidance, a big part of the world's music scene. [00:02:53] Bob Wierema: [00:02:53] Now [00:02:54] Michael, hold on, hold on. I gotta interrupt because you know, from us Chicago boys, now I know what a hockey tuck is, but like let's, let's let for our other listeners, like what, what does that even mean? What is it?[00:03:07]Concho: [00:03:07] Good point. So you're the resident an error, you know, Billy Bob's is a hundred thousand square foot entertainment venue.[00:03:18] It's, you know, [00:03:20] driven really around. You know, live music is originally a barn that was built in, I think it was 1908 or so, and came to life as a music venue in 1981. And really, you know, I would say that it's more of a, kind of a Western culture entertainment complex, and this is the way we started thinking about it because we, you know, did bull riding and food and private parties.[00:03:45] And. Music festivals. And then we were starting to do music festivals around the world and the United States. And so, you know, it's really a, this big sprawling music video that whole 5,000 people. It shows every single day, just about closed one day a year, you know, with food and live bull, riding inside, believe it or not, inside of the bar.[00:04:07] And it's just, you know, it doesn't really look like a music venue. It looks like a barn that might fall in on you at any moment. You know, the ceiling's awkwardly low and in big columns in your way, depending on what kind of seat you have. But. That's Billy buzzes. It sits in the historic dish, the Fort worth historic district, which, you know, kind of sets the stage more, you know, authentic Western culture.[00:04:33] Which is kind of how, you know, Billy Bob's is that it's authentic. It's, they're presenting Western culture through music, food experience, rodeo, you know, that's, that's Billy bouts [00:04:46] Michael Moore: [00:04:46] and don't forget Willie's picnic. [00:04:48] Concho: [00:04:48] That's right. [00:04:49] Michael Moore: [00:04:49] Yeah. That was huge. He had attended a lot of [00:04:52] Concho: [00:04:52] that. I think we, I get how many Willie's picnics, Billy Bob's is hosted, but I ha I, I put on four w during my tenure there.[00:05:00] Michael Moore: [00:05:00] So before we jump into that though, because that is going to be the bulk of the conversation today, let's step back and just talk about  how you grew up things that shaped and defined you college, ultimately, president of Billy Bob's and now CEO of Christie's Altair here in Fort worth, Texas. [00:05:23] Concho: [00:05:23] How much time do I have,[00:05:27] you know, I grew up right here, Texas and, out by Eagle mountain Lake and which was just. It was the country back then, you know, it was, it was just typical suburbia in some ways, but it was just wide open living. You know, the bite, your bicycle is the most important piece of equipment. You could own country club on one end rec center and the Lake on the other end and, you know, just tons of open space.[00:05:53] And it was just. You know, it was good living out there. We were re in a, you know, my, my parents, divorced and remarried. Right. And so, you know, some of my earliest memories, I remember life briefly with my father, but, you know, once those families combined, there was six kids. So. You know, my two brother, my three, my two brothers, my sister was four and then two stepbrothers.[00:06:22] Then life really grabbed me around the head and I was like, Oh Jesus, okay. This is what it's all about. This was first grade or so when we put our families together and. We, we had moved. And I remember the story I tell a lot is, it was all happening so [00:06:40] fast. I didn't even know where I lived. Cause we, I went to Eagle mountain elementary.[00:06:43] The first day of school, I came home on the bus and I didn't know where to get off the bus. I was like, where the fuck? You know, I don't even know the name of my street. And so the bus driver drove me around the whole subdivision until I could recognize that house, which luckily I did, but, you know, I think that's, I think, growing up on the Lake almost every day, certainly influenced me.[00:07:03] I, I love the water and, I would learn to scuba dive and be on the ocean. I mean, I love, I love the mountains just as much, but I just, I really, it was some good introduction. To nature on a daily day basis being out there, you know, and I wasn't really adventurous. I went to TCU, you know, largely because it was right in my backyard and I didn't know anything about schools, you know?[00:07:25] I mean, yeah, it wasn't. Yeah. You know, I was a good, I was a wonderful student, a decent test scores, but I just went to TCU. I just didn't really know what I was getting into. And it was, I was lucky. I was lucky because it had an incredible business school, which I would find out later when I got to Yale, how good of an education I got at TCU and, met my wife at TCU and, you know, really just started establishing my professional career.[00:07:48] After that. I did have the backup a little bit though and say that, you know, part of my life experience was, you know, kind of shaping me was my mother's family is from North Dakota. And just about every summer, We would load up the suburban and drive there. And my parents might not stay there the whole time or my stepdad at least, but I would be there for at least a month.[00:08:12] And we were on the Western edge of North Dakota, a little town called Madora. which is still thriving today, but as a historic place where theater Roosevelt spent a lot of time ranching and hunting, and it's in the Badlands of North Dakota, which are just stunning. Beautiful. Right. And so it was, it was a couple of things.[00:08:32] I mean, it was just unspoiled nature and I would recommend going there to anyone that goes into theater Roosevelt national park is, is worth it. Yeah. So I got a lot of, just this feeling of the natural environment I needed to be involved, you know, and I need to, there's a, something about that experience that, that impacted me and I, you know, it just, it still does kind of show, [00:08:55] Michael Moore: [00:08:55] how far is that [00:08:56] Concho: [00:08:56] from Williston North Dakota?[00:08:58] I think it's about two hours. [00:09:01] Michael Moore: [00:09:01] Yeah. I've had a. Way too many vodka tonics that the Willis country love. If you can even call it that [00:09:08] Concho: [00:09:08] it's a wild place. [00:09:10] Michael Moore: [00:09:10] A really wild place. [00:09:11] Concho: [00:09:11] Yeah. If it weren't for oil, like they've been registered Wellston right in my mind for, you know, the first three quarters of my life.[00:09:18] But. But yeah, and you know, my grandfather who really bought all the property around the door and revitalize that whole historic town, he invented it. Bubble and another project product called snowy bleach. He had come and go gold seal. And so, you know, I got a lot of my entrepreneurial drive and vigor and excitement from him, from his journey from being just destitute young man to.[00:09:47] You know, growing that company and selling it in the eighties, there was us a lot of privilege for being there. Right, right. and I don't know that that was, you know, my favorite part of it or not, but really, I just had a button. They put [00:10:00] on me that said something, you know, and it, it was all wide open. It was like country club, any store, any restaurant trail rides.[00:10:10] Music, all this kind of, it was, I guess I was spoiled in some ways, but, [00:10:15] without knowing it, which is the difference. [00:10:18] Yeah. I didn't know it. I didn't, I knew it was a lot of fun up there and that really was every single summer of my life until, you know, I was late teens or something like that. So that's, before I skipped to.[00:10:32] College or grad school or first big jobs or any of that. I've got to mention that one. And I've been a lifelong theater Roosevelt fan since [00:10:40] Michael Moore: [00:10:40] it's good friends call him Teddy.[00:10:45]no, I mean, I think a lot of us can look back on how we were brought up and maybe we didn't know it at the time, but I mean, I think back to little dripping Springs, Texas, that you know, has produced. The guys that founded Yeti coolers, the guys that founded Diablo, paddle sports, we all grew up in the outdoors.[00:11:05] We didn't, I remember begging for an attender and playing it for like two days and like having dreams about super Mario brothers. And I was like, fuck this [00:11:16] Nintendo stuff. [00:11:17] Like I would rather be outside playing with my friends, building something, fishing, hunting. I mean, that's just, it, it, it defined us right.[00:11:26] Whether we knew it or not. [00:11:28] Concho: [00:11:28] Yeah. I haven't been able to let that one go. I didn't have it in television. Oh, did you have one of those? [00:11:34] Michael Moore: [00:11:34] No, but [00:11:35] it'll be some older than you. Right? So that was a little, maybe a few years, but yeah, but I had the same, same thing, you know, so many great opportunities to be outside where I was growing up and it's thank God.[00:11:47] You know, it doesn't happen these days that way. [00:11:49] So then you're at TC you and. Somehow a more global or at least regional bug hits you. Right. Because you do pick a graduate school, not in Texas. So make that leap for us. [00:12:08] Concho: [00:12:08] Yeah. I think it goes something like this, you know, I was a finance undergrad and just kind of.[00:12:14] Dark and around and a few different things, the equitable, and, you know, you can imagine how successful you would be selling mutual funds and insurance and life insurance and things like that. As at age 21, right. It sounds like a real promising career. And. I didn't really take finance that seriously. I was very interested in it, but I just didn't know.[00:12:34] I was just uneducated, you know, and not doing so well. And, and just trying to think about things that were really inspiring to me and that were meaningful to me. And I'd read a few books, this one biophilia hypothesis, which I want to take you down that path, but then I had this vacation and. Greece with a good buddy of mine, Matt tout.[00:12:55] And then I was, I can remember the moment pretty specifically, we were driving on a bus, go in town to town and it just hit me. I was like, I just, I I've never had that sort of definitive like aha ever in my life, but it hit me on that bus ride that I had to do something that was natural science related.[00:13:16] Right. And it just seemed like the most important thing in my [00:13:20] life, but the time I had to do so, you know, I went through this big process of, you know, being a finance undergrad and trying to get accepted to the Yale school of forestry. Right. And, the reason why I was doing that is because there's about three programs in the United States at the time that had combined degrees that had combined MBA.[00:13:43] And master's in environmental science, juries a knew if I could get into the forestry, the component at Yale, I could. Probably qualify again in the MBA school, but I had to have some science street creds. So I went through this whole process of, you know, taking chemistry classes and doing all sorts of things like getting certified.[00:14:04] I was a red cross canoe guide. I lived on this little Island and beliefs for two weeks on some of the scientific study thing and just everything it could to look like a credible, someone who actually cared about science, right. With a finance degree from TCU. Oh, I spent a, I was an intern at the biosphere for three months, right before I went to jail.[00:14:24] Okay. [00:14:27] Michael Moore: [00:14:27] Pre Pauly shore. [00:14:29] Concho: [00:14:29] Right. I think they might've, the poly shore that might've been, I might've been the target for that. I might've inspired that, but no, it's, you know, our connection to the biosphere. This are the basses from Fort worth right at, which was, that was a big. A big credibility may of getting an internship there.[00:14:46]I got accepted to all three of those graduate programs, unbelievably, and I picked Yale because it was the most, I imagined it to be the most unlike Fort worth. Right. And I didn't hate Fort worth, but it was just a, you know, I could have gone to. Wherever Duke. I forget where Duke but town that is, it doesn't matter, university of Michigan.[00:15:08] And I was like, you know, new Haven, Connecticut. It's gotta be the biggest stretch here. Right? it will be close to New York city. That's how I picked it. And, we were off to the races. W [00:15:19] Michael Moore: [00:15:19] was there anything particular in that, with that you said, you know, that forestry piece, you went into the environmental science piece.[00:15:25] Is there anything that was like particular of interest there to you that you wanted to pursue that for? Or was just pale? I want to go pursue this and then we'll figure out what the after is. [00:15:34] Concho: [00:15:34] Yeah. I just, I had to figure out what the after was. You know, I knew that I just had to inject science somehow into what I was going to do every day.[00:15:45] It's called the Yale school of forestry, but it has really everything from true forestry practice to like corporate environmental health and safety stuff to, you know, all kinds of stuff. But it's the oldest forestry program in the United States. Yale on its own is just a, it's a magical place to be. So yeah, I had to, it was a really figuring out where my career would take me as I was there, you know, kind of like a very late version of undergrad.[00:16:12] Michael Moore: [00:16:12] Right. We all bloom at different times. I just, I was asking just cause I think it's really interesting, you know, you, I feel like a lot of people Tuesday go into those and like when I did my MBA, I wasn't sure what was going to come [00:16:27] out that, [00:16:28] but like, if you're going out with them, the end goal, I just wonder if you kind of have those blinders on.[00:16:32] That's why I asked you. I know somebody, people go in with the open mind, but then people are like, I mean, I go to this, I'm going to get my finance. I'm [00:16:40] going to go back to school and I'm going to go into it. Private equity. Right. And it's such a defined path. And I think you can lose some things in that track.[00:16:48] Concho: [00:16:48] Yeah, no, I think you're right. What did I know? You know, redneck from forward Texas going to new Haven, Connecticut, it was, you know, it, it was, I wouldn't trade for anything. The breadth of people that I met, I mean, different groups of people in the forestry program. And then in the MBA school where, you know, 30% of my.[00:17:09] Class and the MBA programs from China. Right. And it was a, you know, 30% of them were wanting to go to wall street and be investment bankers, you know, or consultants. But, so I had a lot to learn it. I was, you know, what a better place to be. While I was there. I interned at S tobacco my first summer, which is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, just little train ride, which is just a mindblower wonderful thing.[00:17:38] And then the next summer I was at a United technologies, Sikorsky helicopter, and both of these were sort of environmental. Yeah, corporate environmental type assignments, where you can imagine big companies that have this environmental health and safety kind of component to them in that part of the work.[00:17:56] You know, I decided that's a definite no, for sure. And it's one thing, you know, if my mother hadn't always been telling me Contra, it's fine to learn what you don't want to do. You know, that I would have probably been really panicky. I'm going to be in a little panicky anyway, but what fortunately, what was happening at that time was the national power business was deregulating.[00:18:24] And, there's a little company in Houston, Texas called Enron that. All my classmates wanted to get to work for sure. Right? So it's, that was the hot sector to go with. Right? If you weren't going to be an ibanker or a consultant, you wanted to go into that hour. And gosh, I would say, you know, we had 12 dual, dual degree students.[00:18:49] You know, I think half of them went into power. Wow. Four of them went to Enron, which I really, really wanted to go to work. Fran, Ron, I was so pissed off. They didn't hire me, turned out okay. [00:19:01] Michael Moore: [00:19:01] For you [00:19:02] Concho: [00:19:02] later was a big blessing. but yeah, so, you know, long story, I got a chance to interview at Southern energy in Atlanta, which was a subsidiary of Southern company, which at the time was the largest utility United States.[00:19:15] Southern energy was their unregulated subsidiary. That was just on a tear. And I got offered a job doing M and a there and, in the North America finance group, to me, it was, is a wonderful intersection of science and are already, you know, well, I guess what I've learned more about myself over time is the finance and.[00:19:39] Analytic, you know, that I still had that started TCU, I guess. And then just, it hadn't left me, you know, and plus, you know, there's some admission that, Hey, this is an easier way to make a living than being like the environmental health and safety coordinator for us tobacco. Right? Sure. But anyway, we've got an offer to, to [00:20:00] come to Atlanta and work in their M and a group, and which was.[00:20:05] Just a mind blowing career opportunity that I could talk about for a long time too. But that's where Yale led me. It did, you know, bring me, allow me to combine finance and environmental science, if you will, or science. And, this, it's a great place to be energy is, is full of brilliant competitive people, you know, from all different kind of disciplines.[00:20:30] It's a. It's a, it's a great place to be start post MBA for sure. [00:20:35] Michael Moore: [00:20:35] No, I think that's great perspective for a lot of our young listeners. You know, if you're a fear religious person, you could say that, you know, your, your path has already created for you. It's just your job and influences in your life job to keep you on that path.[00:20:51]but I think, you know, so many young people coming out of school are so worried about their career in, in, in reality, it's like, College and post-college is the time to figure out what you don't want to do. [00:21:04] Concho: [00:21:04] Yeah. You know? Yeah. That saying from my mother, it's okay to learn. What you don't want to do is a thought about that a lot in my life, you know, and it's, it's right.[00:21:15] It's, it's good to win a couple bets and make a few good decisions along the way. Yeah. Saves you time and heartache. But, no, I appreciate all the, all the I've known all the dumb little environmental science jobs I had along the way and finance. Stuff too, you know, but stayed open to it and continues to this day.[00:21:34] Michael Moore: [00:21:34] And so you, you were in Atlanta. What eventually brought you back to Texas? How long were you at Southern? For [00:21:41] Concho: [00:21:41] a, I was in Atlanta for five years, you know, as that Southern energy, which became Mirant. so we spun that company out to get public it branded his mirror and I was there. Three and a half years or something like that.[00:21:55] Like I couldn't ask for it better introduction to advance business and finance and running companies, public and private. And through that experience, you know, I stayed there all the way up until they were about to file bankruptcy after Enron filed bankruptcy and we were all big trading counterparties are, we had a foreign person trading floor in Atlanta.[00:22:16] And the whole sector was about to go down. And so I left, I was a CFO of a startup. Oh, you're fine. So before I, I just decided, Hey, I want to be back in Fort worth. You know, I had to, my kids were born in Atlanta, so I had two little boys and I was like, Hey, if I'm, if I can figure this out, how to. You know, established my career back in Fort worth.[00:22:40] And that's what I want to do, raise them around my family. And so that's, family's really what brought me back, you know, Fort worth, Texas is fine. Yeah, for sure. [00:22:52] Michael Moore: [00:22:52] So is your, is your mind and thought process was being expanded at Yale and your, your different early careers? Billy Bob's was operating 364 days a year down here.[00:23:07] So walk us through the transition that brought you back and, and then start telling us about your time [00:23:14] there, [00:23:15] Concho: [00:23:15] Billy, about didn't bring me back, right. I, I went to work for, cash America [00:23:20] and, which, which wasn't a great fit for me. You know, I ended up. Finding myself back in energy. M and a really quick after that.[00:23:28] Yeah. Right. So, I worked for a company called Optum energy, which was joint venture between PNM resources, the New Mexico power company and cascade, which was bill Gates, right. Private equity. That was a fascinating adventure too. And I love that great time. In fact, some of the people I worked with there have hired to work at Christie's right.[00:23:52] You know, I just, I had this thing going on. It was, kind of a deeper search for, for meaning and what I wanted to do in my career, you know, had, at that point, I'd done a lot of energy, M and a, and never imagined. I would be anywhere, remotely involved in Billy Ball, you know, I mean, at that point, you know, it's like, man, I, you know, I like country music, you know, and I like Stevie Ray Vaughan a little bit more.[00:24:21] Right. You know, and, you too and Pearl jam, but, it just didn't really, it took time. For me to, to get what it was and the Maura was here. You know, I started to enjoy it a little bit and through a really odd set of circumstances, I had this opportunity to go to Beijing, China, and look at ability buds deal.[00:24:46] So the, the owner's ability Bob's at the time they knew me, they thought I was reasonably smart human. I'd been around the world with energy business. So I could. You know, I had good footing to travel and, and all that sort of thing. And, we went over there to analyze a deal, to put inability Bob's in Beijing ahead of the Olympics.[00:25:06] It's 2000, 2008 was the Beijing Olympics. And so I spent two weeks in Beijing thinking about really hard. And we looked at real estate, we went to a bunch of. Ranches and country Western things. And then we went to about every bar in live music venue. We could get our hands on, would go to three or four or five and night for almost two weeks.[00:25:32] And just trying to get our heads around what this meant. And is it possible? My partner in crime was Phillip Murren on that trip, which a man that's probably worth a whole nother podcast to review that. But no, the Beijing trip will be expanded upon in the book for sure. But you know, it really struck me.[00:25:53] We did all these things from going to like symphony type things and the great hall of the people to these little bitty, nowhere bars in Beijing and what. Kind of blew my head off was, you know, you go into these little holes in Beijing and you know, you're just, you're two white guys and you kind of stand out anyway and they're like, Hey, why are you guys here?[00:26:17] You know, we would get that question. And we say, well, we're, we're here with Billy. Bob's we're thinking about. But an ability Bob's here. And every single time, nowhere, Beijing people would say Billy bombs, Billy Bob's, Texas, and things like that. And you know, it just the brand, you know, and it, it was, it was more than a bird, [00:26:40] you know, that was like, Hey, our brand is recognized around the world, but it was, it was what it meant to me.[00:26:46] The opportunity. I'll tell you the opportunity unfolded for me to take over, but for me, what it meant was a way to kind of export Fort worth to the world. You know, I love our lifestyle here. I love the culture and for the people, the entrepreneurial-ism, you know, it's a good place to be. You know, I know you, and I've talked about that.[00:27:09] We it's good stuff. So the idea of being a part of Billy Bob's and seeing what we could do with it worldwide, it felt like a, it was very possible. Like if the, if the dive bars Beijing knew about it, there was something right. And at the same time it had meaning for me, it's like, here's our, here's our hometown, it's Western culture.[00:27:31] It's all these cool things. It just seemed to intersect. And something that was meaningful to me, [00:27:37] Michael Moore: [00:27:37] you know, that's definitely a defining moment, [00:27:40] Concho: [00:27:40] I'd say so. Yeah. So yeah, that was the intro. We ended up not doing that deal, which was. Was, I think it was the right call and, you know, it was through all of that work that have developed a relationship with the owners while I was still at Optim energy, I launched, an offer to buy the whole company, Billy Bob's while I was as a side job, that offer was rejected.[00:28:05] Okay. It got hung up on real estate, which is part of the. Subsequent story, but they locked me up and said, Hey, you know, your dad's going to retire once you retire, why don't you just come run this thing? You know, that coupled with my vision of really taking the brand around the world, I was so, yeah, let's do it.[00:28:22] Michael Moore: [00:28:22] And what year was that?[00:28:24]Concho: [00:28:24] 2011. [00:28:25] Michael Moore: [00:28:25] Okay. So your family's back and Fort worth is 2011. You're running Billy Bob's. From the outsider looking in, it's like gotta be the coolest job in Fort worth to have, you know, growing up in, in Austin. Obviously I was a huge live music fan and I was always so appreciative that as Fort worth was maturing culturally in a lot of other areas, right.[00:28:52] Any night of the week, I could go see a great [00:28:55] show at Billy Bob's now has appreciated that. [00:28:59] So now you're running, you're running the ship. Things are going well, you're expanding the brand globally. And then what happens? [00:29:08] Concho: [00:29:08] Yeah, we're skipping over a lot. Yeah. But, yeah, you know, the, to give the proper sort of diagnostic for, you know, why we, this lawsuit exploded in 2017, we gotta go back just a little bit and I'll try to do this quickly to 2013, 2014, we were at the time.[00:29:31] When the owners were still sort of more together and somewhat United, I guess, negotiating with majestic Realty for a master deal in the belly of, and in the stockyards. So in Billy Bob's is included in that and all our properties are included in that. And, and I was leading that negotiation and it got high centered, it got high centered on this idea of Western heritage.[00:29:59] You [00:30:00] know, to some extent, I don't want to say historic preservation because that's sometimes puts the wrong connotation to it, you know, kind of history kind of overdone in that fashion. But, you know, stockyards is about Western culture presentation, you know, and there's a lot of authenticity to the stockyards based on the past.[00:30:19] And so these ideas came up if, you know, majestic wanted to come in and develop the stockyards and. Now develop all these businesses. So like, okay, how are we going to keep this from being Disneyland? And that's what killed the unity on the first deal with majestic? I can remember Brad Hickman standing up in that meeting and saying, it doesn't matter to me, a bulldoze, any building to make money.[00:30:46] And that was the schism that was late 2013. That started at all. They, the Hickman family went away to negotiate with majestic privately wake up in 2014. And that conflict gets in front of city hall in 2014. And there began the main, there's a lot to that story too. We could get into, but learned a lot about how city hall works.[00:31:14] Right. And I think if you take that idea forward to 2017, it's really two groups of people. You know, a group of people who sees Billy Bob's as this magical a global opportunity to provide like a, an authentic Western cultural brand, kind of an American brand for the world for country music and another group that sees Billy Bob's as just another building in the stockyard is development play that may or may not have conflicts with other.[00:31:52] Parts of that development, you know, and that's what happened. And so there's some really interesting legal money that, that are, that the defendants in this lawsuit, you know, engaged in to try to kind of endure to this day, a lot of, a lot of good learning there, but that was the source of the conflict. You know, I think I wrote about that in my second blog visit, we dropped on that topic, and it was, you know, Hey, If, if you have a big segment of your owners that have conflicts of interest, you can bet that they're going to maximize their interest.[00:32:29] Right. And that's exactly what happened. [00:32:32] Michael Moore: [00:32:32] So how, how many owners at the time were involved in the business? [00:32:37] Concho: [00:32:37] I think when our, when I got kicked out of the company, like. Physically, I literally run out of the building. that happened three times, but the first time we have 11 owners. You know, and me on the small end, I just had a couple of percentage of the government.[00:32:56] I was, you know, president and I was gaining equity interest. And then all the way up to the Hickman to the whole family together had about, I don't know, 30, 40% or something, but, and they were all sorts of different kinds of people. People who've just been in Fort worth and business. My dad was, an equity owner.[00:33:13]the Moran family is multi-generational Fort worth, the Donnie Nelson and the general manager of the Mavericks who I brought into the [00:33:20] company. And then another family called the juries from this part of the world. So it's quite a diverse grid. [00:33:27] Bob Wierema: [00:33:27] Yeah. I just think about that. Like you said, with all those different sets of folks involved, I mean, you've got a lot of different people being pulled and I'm sure a lot of political back and forth and positioning it's, it's interesting when you get that many kind of call it cooks in the kitchen, right?[00:33:44] Concho: [00:33:44] Yeah, I'd say so. I thought I had structured around it in a decent way, you know, coming into it with a. What I thought was a decent company agreement, you know, and delegations of authority and all the things that you would expect in that kind of situation. But it just, it just didn't work out that way. You know, greed and conflict kind of dominated the day and a certain faction decided, Hey, we can, you know, create this legal conflict and.[00:34:15] We'll see who wins. And one of my big learnings from that is, you know, the influence of, of money in court. Right. And what I mean by that. And I think a lot of people know this. I, I, I sort of take this, you know, Hey, I'm such an idiot posture. And when I write about this and talk about this, because I really feel like I was, you know, I didn't realize the.[00:34:42] The battle of scale and attrition that you could set up in court through money. Right? And, you know, there's no, they didn't teach you that at Yale, like, you know how to budget for legal success, class one Oh one or something like that, that, you know, and it's not, it's not that I gotta be careful. I mean, it's, I would never accuse any judge or anything like for taking money.[00:35:09] That's not the thing. It's just, you know, you could be completely wrong, set up a legal argument framework and start deposing people. Creating motions and just create this battle of scale and endurance that if you can't counter it financially, you're going to lose. And that it's that simple. And you know, it's, it's one of those things where, Oh, wait, I've got tons of attorney, friends.[00:35:40] I respect the profession. My brother was a judge. He's still an attorney. completely. I just had this. Yeah, it was at the time I was I'm 40 something. Right. And I should know better, but that's a big learning that I've passed on to my kids. And hopefully I can share that with other people who weren't thinking that way, but good friend of mine would say the court's not a place for the common man.[00:36:02] And he told me that a bunch of times during the lawsuit. You [00:36:06] Michael Moore: [00:36:06] get the, yeah, I mean, I, I I've heard that, you know, saying before he say people will tie you up in court until you got nothing left. I mean, that's a real thing that happens and it's unfortunate. [00:36:18] Concho: [00:36:18] Yeah. Yeah. And we're still in court. We've been in Supreme court and back and still there.[00:36:23] So we're fighters, but, going away just a lot of learning along the way about how all of that works. Yeah. You know, and, you know, even depositions, I had a good friend of mine say, you know, you haven't really grown up in the business still. You've been deposed. And I agree [00:36:40] with that. I agree with that until you've been through that experience and get to post for six hours for two days.[00:36:46] I mean, that'll make you grow up quick. [00:36:50] Michael Moore: [00:36:50] It is not fun. unfortunately I've done [00:36:52] that before, [00:36:53] too. And you're right. I mean, it, Yeah, certainly a few more hair sprouted on the chest by the next day. I mean, it's a, it is a punch in the face and you can prepare all you want, but until you've done it it's yeah.[00:37:08] Concho: [00:37:08] I can remember having an attorney, hand me a document and get really mad that I'm reading it. For starters. I, do you want me to read what you're handing? Right. You know, and it's all about setting up this game where they can pop a clip back up on TV in court, where they catch you off guard, and one question and ruin your credibility.[00:37:25] Right? I mean, that's the whole game. [00:37:27] Michael Moore: [00:37:27] So, so for the back to being removed from the premise three different times, like for our listeners that maybe didn't grow up in Fort worth, didn't don't know the whole history of Billy Bob's like. Just the perspective, like, what does that feel like when you've got family involved, you've got multigenerational families involved, you've got iconic names and in Fort worth involved and you show up trying to do your job and there's literally a lock on the door.[00:37:56] Like, what does that feel like? [00:37:58] Concho: [00:37:58] It's it was, it was stunning, you know, to say the least. And it was, It's scarring. And I still think I'm affected by it in some ways. I mean, I've learned a lot about myself since, but you know, the, we were, we had great success, you know, we were essentially doubled the profitability of the company.[00:38:20] You know, we were, had just done a music festival in Italy. we're preparing to do one in Huntington beach. Did all kinds of, I mean, we were. On a tear. Right. And essentially, you know, had people walk into my office one day and say, you're no longer president. I said, how does that work? You know, and I'll say be sort of the legal maneuver they pulled, but just to get, stay in the zone of what you're trying to talk about there, it was, it was as much of a surprise as you could imagine, you know, there'd been some conflict with these people along the way, but just to say, you know, Hey, your employment contract doesn't matter.[00:39:00] The LLC agreement doesn't matter, none of this matters except for your really bad guy contract, get out, you know, and this was, you know, my dad in the room, you know, a few of them where we would just call the bad guys and I'm just walked out of the building and we had a, we had a great team, you know, and it's, it's stunning for all of them as it is me.[00:39:23] Right. I mean, we had a team that was killing themselves and doing really, really well and pushing the envelope and high performers. Right. And it's just a stunning for the employees too, based on the culture that we had. [00:39:37] Michael Moore: [00:39:37] So when you think about the family dynamic of it, and you've got this divisive line and one set on this side and one set on the other and you're sitting opposite from your dad.[00:39:51] And maybe this hadn't come out yet. Maybe you've got to give it more thought, maybe it's time, but like, why is he on that side? And you're on this side,[00:39:59]Concho: [00:39:59] I think it really [00:40:00] comes down to greed. You know, it maybe to some extent, ego, I mean, I think if you asked him that question of why he's hanging out with the, you know, the people that are developing the stockyards, it goes back to what I mentioned in 2014, you know, there was a few things that happened around then, you know, he found himself.[00:40:20] Wanting to align with the people who, and to develop the stockyards without any sort of historical context. Right. Right. And that was an economic opportunity, I think, in his mind. Well, what I didn't know at the time is that to my other partners were offering him. Real life incentives to align. But I learned that later and, you know, there was, there was also some conflict that occurred just prior with me, my stepmother and my dad, you know, through that whole process of the transition of me coming into the business and they hadn't gotten over it.[00:40:58] You know, there's some imposter syndrome kind of things going on there. And you know, there's a whole lot to talk about. They're given time that I really it's probably worthwhile talking about, but they couldn't let go of not being in control of Billy Bob's anymore. And I think they felt that was my fault in some ways that I was now the president, you know, I'm the president, I gotta be the president, but they weren't supposed to be working there.[00:41:24] And, you know, they were. Just about transitioned out and gone at the time we went through that whole real estate conflict and, that pushed them into a camp opposite of me. You know, I stood up in front of city council and argued for form based code and, you know, some sort of developmental guidelines and control for the stockyards, which.[00:41:46] Would not have occurred, had Phillip and I, and many other people not done that. But I guess to get back to your question, Michael, and an answer, it is, I just can't imagine this, anything other than just someone making their best economic bet. Right. And he made a bet against family at the same time. [00:42:07] Michael Moore: [00:42:07] Yeah.[00:42:08] That's a tough pill to swallow. [00:42:11] Concho: [00:42:11] Yeah. You know, I had it, it was, but I, you know, at that point I already had a few years of that schism, you know, through the real estate conflict. So when I wasn't altogether surprised for an abstinence, a lawsuit, you know, but have him. continue to, you know, work against me for years and years of the lawsuit and what I would, you know, there's all, all sorts of things that I think weren't necessarily on the up and up through that situation.[00:42:39] I don't think the truth was always told on the witness stand and, to saw a really terrible, extraordinary circumstance. It, it was tough, but you know, the, the loss of. It wasn't like the lawsuit ended my relationship with him. It was already kind of ending already. That's an unfortunate aspect of that, you know, to me, it was just so stunning to be on a tear and we were having such a great time and so much economic success.[00:43:08] And, you know, just have that, have that ended was, was I guess, more stunning to me. [00:43:16] Michael Moore: [00:43:16] Yeah, no, I mean, I, every time I went over there to. [00:43:20] To work with you on the insurance and the risk management side. I mean, it was just, you could feel the momentum. I mean, I remember one day I walked in, in your office and you have these virtual three D goggles on, and we're thinking about the concerts virtually it did, it had this amazing amount of momentum.[00:43:38] And then all of a sudden I'm reading this, the paper and I'm calling you. And you're like, there's literally a lock on my door. [00:43:47] Concho: [00:43:47] Yeah. I mean, like the dynamics around, you know, getting kicked out, getting a temporary restraining order, coming back in to kick all those guys out, you know, trying to conduct business while.[00:44:04] You know, the river was literally, I would call it sort of competitive terrorism going on. You know, it was, they were cabling, parking, lots closed, you know, and claiming ownership of them. They, there was a building next door. We did all these events and they tried to claim, we would violate our lease and we needed to get out of that.[00:44:24] They were, sending ex-employees and, and try to spy on what we're doing and, and all these kinds of things. We had $2 million transferred out of our bank account by one of the owners into another bank, which we still have not gotten back. There's every single thing you could imagine, including surveillance me in my home was happening to get us to relent.[00:44:47] Disengaged and just let that happen. Right. But we put up about, and it just, it went round and round. We would get kicked out, we'd get a TRO come back. the judge would make some dumb ruling and the other guys think they were in charge and they would bust in, in the middle of the night and you'd wake up and all the doors,[00:45:10] it seemed kind of childish on some level, you know, it's like wild West bullshit. [00:45:15] Michael Moore: [00:45:15] At what point were you like, I guess maybe more of the question is like, why did you keep fighting it? Right. Instead of just saying, I'm done with this, you know, what made you have that to say, I'm going to continue pushing that.[00:45:29] Concho: [00:45:29] You know, I, I think we, you know, the plaintiffs in the case. Yeah. We felt like we were right. We were right. We were very successful and we felt like we were due or, you know, we were do some justice. I felt like no way, no way are we going to lay down, to this group of people it's so wrong on so many levels.[00:45:50] And that doesn't mean we haven't tried to economically settle. Right? multiple times, have we been on the threshold of saddle again and if failed, but you know, it goes back to what kind of partners you have. And you know, when it's a lot of things are. You know, injected with conflict and, and create, and a lot of emotion, then it's just really hard to get people to settle.[00:46:17] Right. Because, you know, that goes into the dynamic of who's in that group who the partnership group is. But yeah, we, we felt like it was worth fighting for, you know, and it, and at the end of the day, it's more than just Billy Bob and Fort worth. You know, we were scaling to build Billy balls around the world.[00:46:34] And it's that kind of thought process that we were engaging in. We had drawings for a Billy Bob's in [00:46:40] Houston. We just, well, I'd already mentioned Italy, which was just a mind blowing experience to run a 26,000 person festival. And nowhere, Italy, there was more really at stake than just this little 5,000 person venue in the stockyards.[00:46:57] And so that's why we fought so hard. [00:47:00] Bob Wierema: [00:47:00] He brought up a great point earlier about, you know, not learning, in, in grad school, like how to fund a lawsuit. And I mean, we're a capitalistic society, like money runs things, but, and we could do a whole nother podcast on this. I mean, whether it's the legal system and these, you know, Bob and I see him every day, these nuclear verdicts that come down.[00:47:24] Plaintiff attorneys being funded by private equity firms now to participate in the, and the awards, you know, and then politics, right? I mean, just running a race to try to build a platform to do what you think is right. [00:47:39] Michael Moore: [00:47:39] Cost money. And so it's like, there's a tipping point where money has to be a vein of the operation.[00:47:47] Well, why does it have to influence the outcome and how do we, you know, if you're solely looking for justice and what's right, like how do you, how do we fix that? [00:47:59] Concho: [00:47:59] I wish I knew. Yeah. You know, my blog three is, is on this topic and I hope I get to release it soon, but it's, I'm not really staring at a solution in that.[00:48:11] That piece of work. It's really more of saying, Hey, here's, here's the problem that I, I was too dumb to really know in advance. And, and I hate to be that guy that says, Hey, here's the problem. I don't have a solution. You know, this is not how I work in business, but I think this one's important enough to put out there.[00:48:29] I can think of a few things that might help us, you know, break the chain a little bit, but gosh, it's such, it's the system is designed that way. I just didn't realize it when you have elected judges and, you know, you can get into the elect, diverse, appointed judges debate, and you know, how expensive it costs, you know, it is to hire attorneys and get the right kind of representation.[00:48:52] There's all sorts of things you can sort of imagine, but it's, it's such a big structural bear. I just, you know, At this point, it's just something that you have to take in, as you got to account for that in your business, you know, and it starts back with what kind of partners you have and that'll eliminate some of it, but it won't eliminate you getting sued from the outside or, you know, doing something like that.[00:49:18] And you'll be arrived back on court. [00:49:19] Michael Moore: [00:49:19] Right. I just had a, a futuristic blast of like it's Concho, Minnick. A junk professor at Yale teaching the class that you never got to learn. [00:49:33] Concho: [00:49:33] I mean, it's just, it's such an amazing experience, you know, and, and at the end of the day, that's what our life is made up of, his experiences and, and you know, that's why we're doing this podcast to share those, [00:49:46]Michael Moore: [00:49:46] on a lighter note.[00:49:48] Cause I really wanted to ask this question. I remember in one of our tours when you were taking me around and you know, you are looking at this a hundred thousand square foot building that does have this feeling of maybe [00:50:00] falling in on you. And I'm trying to figure out, like, how am I going to explain to underwriters that this is a really good risk that they need to underwrite at a fair price.[00:50:08]but we went to that, that backroom where. All of the artists gathered to get ready to come up on stage. And obviously as president, you got to be back there a lot, like give us a couple of highlights of some of the artists, some of the stories, some of the things that you saw back there as [00:50:24] they [00:50:24] were getting ready.[00:50:27] Concho: [00:50:27] This is where you might need to edit. Gosh, that's, I'd have to say, think about, I've had plenty of great music experiences, on, yeah. You know, Ryan being him is probably the pinnacle of that while we were there, we can talk about that. But in terms of backstage, you know, I never approached it from being in off for some reason, because I'd been around it a lot in my life.[00:50:51] And so I never really, I just. Treat is part of the, you know, the business and really providing hospitality. To artists and gosh, it's hard to, hard to pin it down. We would just back there with little bitty bands, just trying to, with their first ever performance on the main stage, the ability vibes, like guys like Mike and the moon pies.[00:51:13] Right. Who I love and, you know, and it's just. creating friendships with them and encouraging them and, you know, seeing how they're living their life to, Willie Nelson, you know, which is, even when, when you're running the honky tonk, they don't let you close to Willie Nelson. Right? He is. But, who I've I have met and I have talked to, but, in are really Revere.[00:51:39] It's really hard to say a defining moment. I think that when, when you're back there, you know, all the artists are signing the wall, painting their logo and things like that. And so, you know, we're staring at, you know, the Waylon Jennings signature on the wall, right. And then under its shooter, his son, and we just started adding to it.[00:51:59] You know, we're adding Lee, Bryce and rival sons and. You know, Florida, Georgia line. And I certainly had some really incredible, like invited back to the artist's bus experiences. You know, [00:52:17] that's what I'm talking [00:52:18] about. Yeah, yeah. Yeah. I mean, I, I did see the, the glowing red eyes, skull bong on, you know, on certain artist's bus, but the I've seen it all in through that context, but, I guess it was an overall impact of just adding to those layers back there.[00:52:38] We were opening up the walls and drawing more and, and having artists sign. And then we reconfigured the room and we felt like we were a part of, of some big momentum that had started decades before us, that we were carrying on and we thought it was important. You know what we were doing. I'd like to think of.[00:53:02] I think there's probably a reason I can't really remember. Yeah. Fair enough.[00:53:10] I met a lot of great guys from, you know, Dwight Yoakum who get hit a lot of times gets a bad rap for being, not such a pleasant human, to Lee. So I really love, [00:53:20] you know, Kevin Fowler. I could go on and on. You know, I don't know. I guess there, there was no real big defining moment where I saw someone pass out and fall on the ground.[00:53:31] Cause I certainly saw that. Right. You know, and all sorts of things that shouldn't be backstage there backstage you see there. And you know, I think it's just the, what I enjoyed about is just the collective. just being a part of helping these guys do what they're doing. You know, I like hospitality.[00:53:51] I figured that out about myself over the years, maybe we like making them feel good about being there and you see how these guys live. It's, you know, some are a really great professionals, you know, and some of them are just making it from party to party. Right. You know, and you, you see all of that. Sure.[00:54:09] See the guys who won't touch a single drop of alcohol until they're backstage after the show. And then you see guys who stumble in to, you know, at three o'clock and their shows at 10 o'clock and you're like, Holy shit, they're going to make it on stage. [00:54:27] Michael Moore: [00:54:27] Right. [00:54:29] Concho: [00:54:29] And so I don't know, it was such a big kaleidoscope of things that happened back there.[00:54:35] Yeah, I've had a few artists asked me to sign my name, you know, next to theirs when, Oh, when we signed the wall. And, and that was great for me to be a part of it. And, you know, we recorded a few albums of Billy Bob's albums were there, and I think that's sort of a dying art form there, but, I don't know if that's real viable business model or long-term anymore, but that was certainly fun.[00:54:59] We recorded Billy Joe shaver. I believe I was when I was there. It's a good one. And you know, then the festivals, right. We, I did for Willie's pig next while I was there. And those are each collections of 20 plus pans, you know, and that kind of cadence to gear up for that, put that on for a day. And interact with all of them in that way and live physically, I could live that experience, right.[00:55:28] It's a lot of fun, you know, and it told us we could do it. And that's what gave us the confidence that our team could do it in other countries and other cities and things like that. [00:55:38] Bob Wierema: [00:55:38] I was going to ask you, as you kind of look back on some of your experiences there and even through what you went through.[00:55:44] Is there anything that if you look back, I know hindsight's always 20, 20, but you'd say, man, I really wish I would've done this differently. Or I did play my cards kind of the way I would play them. If I look back today, [00:55:58] Concho: [00:55:58] gosh, it's hard to say, you know, There was the business had been around for 30 years when I showed up.[00:56:06] And you would think that there would be all sorts of systems in place and, you know, it would be more advanced and I probably should have done my due diligence more. I talked about that a lot, you know, and when we came in, I started doing really innovative things like. Adding some HR, you know, budgeting, right?[00:56:26] Yeah. Who would have thought cleaning up the GL and you know, it was such a Malay of coming from nowhere to something you could really get your hands around on a monthly basis [00:56:40] that. You know, all those business decisions after business decisions, after personnel decisions, you know, there were so many of them that we had to get through so fast.[00:56:49] I couldn't point you to one, you know, that I wish I would have done that differently. I think that, you know, the, the biggest obstacle coming in, which I didn't realize was, was going to be my family. I thought there was just more. Yeah, there certainly love and understanding and relationships there, but that's not what it takes in business, you know, and I didn't realize the extent, Bob of how much my dad and stepmother bill about was a part of their identity, you know, and I probably could have seen more of that in advance and prepared some kind of plan around that, you know, I thought I treated them respectfully when, when Pam decided to retire massive events and parties and things like that.[00:57:41] But it was, I didn't anticipate that it was, they would have such a hard time letting go and it wasn't like I was pushing them out the door, but they knew they had to go. It was time for the new degenerations, but all the owners were asking for right. But it still came back to me. It was, it was, I was the catalyst for it and I don't think they ever really got over.[00:58:05] I don't know what the Brian antidote to that would have been.[00:58:09]Bob Wierema: [00:58:09] Yeah, no, it's, it's interesting because as we've had these conversations here with other, folks in business, you know, the family aspect comes into the conversation and, you know, you get both sides of it. It worked out really well. And then.[00:58:22] You get the side, we're a desert knit. [00:58:24] It's I mean, it's hard. It just puts a [00:58:27] totally different dynamic into a partnership. Cause your point when money and greed and ego gets involved with it and it's family, it's tough. [00:58:36] Concho: [00:58:36] Yeah. And I think that. You know, the whole imposter syndrome thing, like the probability that happened when it's a family situation is I think amplified because parents always have this, some amount of separation between who they are, their, their work life and how their kids perceive them.[00:58:56] And when I got to Billy Bob's, I mean, you just, this whole chapter opens up of well, Damn, I didn't, I didn't know that about you guys. And, you know, I think, you know, I was the smart Yale MBA, right. That was your, you know, fixing everything. And I'm sure I made some mistakes in there with what we did. The results were happening though.[00:59:21] And, you know, I think it bothered, I think my success bothered them in some ways and they felt like they might've been the, you know, the, the generation that. Then maybe they weren't there with the technologies and, and all the things that we were doing. And, I think it bothered them. They, I think they described some of that to me, unfortunately.[00:59:41] And, yeah, there's probably some lessons in there how to handle that better. I felt like I was going slow, but Mayo wasn't going slow enough. [00:59:51] Michael Moore: [00:59:51] Well, yeah. I mean, speed in business is defined by the individual. Right. [00:59:56] So, [00:59:56] I mean, it. Well, it seems slow to you and your sort of [01:00:00] worldly knowledge you were bringing back to sleepy old Fort worth.[01:00:05] Although I would say we're, we're very much in a Renaissance phase now again, I mean, it's, it's, that's interesting perspective, you know, one thing that, I mean, I guess the, for me, like the good in all this, right? Cause we've talked about the legal system we've talked about. Money. We've talked about money, influencing the legal system.[01:00:25] Like I go back to that room though. And it's like, that's where business and art and careers, like all just met. And for that moment before they went on stage and they're inscribing their name on the wall, it was like, all that was just perfect. So, you know, I don't know how this is all going to turn out.[01:00:47] Maybe you can give us a little. Light into the future of what you think, but you certainly created a really special place. And we thank you for that. [01:00:59] Concho: [01:00:59] You know, I, wasn't part of it for, you know, a lot growing up. cause my dad was involved for years and years and you know, I got the opportunity to be president for seven years and then plus, or minus a year of being thrown in and out of the building.[01:01:13] I'm not sure what I created, but I feel great about. Pushing forward. Something that felt really authentic, you know, and when we created the vocabulary of our culture, when I was there, authentic was our first word and I still like that. And that's still one of my favorite sort of cultural words. It felt good to be a part of it.[01:01:39] You know, I don't know how it's going to turn out. I don't know. Obviously what the live music world is going to look like has changed a little bit over the past few months. [01:01:49] Michael Moore: [01:01:49] Yeah. [01:01:50] Concho: [01:01:50] I still love live music, you know, we've, we didn't touch on my bands when I was growing up. We can do that later, but, I love it.[01:01:59] I love hospitality, you know, festivals. I don't know what's going to happen at Villa. Doug's a, hopefully it endures, it will be 40 years old next year. And. You know, I think there's still a lot of good things going for it, you know? And it's, there's still a lot of the original owners hanging on is hopefully we have some permanent shifts here where it can, you know, grab a hold of the new that instill, intersect that with the old, you know, and it can, it can happen.[01:02:30] I'd like to see it happen on a global scale. That's where the real. That's why I took the job. That's, what's exciting about it to me, you know? it's not being managed that way now. There's no global vision there now. And hopefully that gets reignited somehow, you know, cause it really is a nice representation of Fort worth for Texas or in some ways America.[01:02:53] Michael Moore: [01:02:53] Right. You know, do you have any thought on what live music does look like? You know, post figuring out COVID-19 [01:03:06] Concho: [01:03:06] got it. You know, I've really been, just been drug into that in a very detailed way in the past few weeks. because we're the ability that is reopening. Right. And so I've been asked to, to weigh [01:03:20] in.[01:03:20] And talking a lot of my friends at AEG and live nation and things like that. And it's, I really don't know. I mean, I've got to think that the outdoor festival has an advantage, you know, for some right. And maybe that's self-serving because that's what I really love. Sure. You know, I think that's practical for this fall.[01:03:43] Maybe. maybe a little bit later, although most of them are getting canceled. I think you can. I see some real premium, live music entertainment experiences where you can have a lot of space. If I build my own venue, you know, if I get in the music business again, that's probably what I'll do a smaller super-premium is a venue.[01:04:01] I think there's, there's plenty of room to do, you know, 500 or a thousand person shows like that. And that'll be easier too. If people have this ongoing, you know, contagion mindset, you know, whether it's COVID 1920, 21, whatever it is, then they're going to think about that. And. I think it ultimately break down into different, you know, demographics that feel like they're okay to go be shoulder to shoulder with somebody and other people who, who don't, or just don't want to, you know, we're hearing that all the 20 somethings right now, or have the COVID cases are spiking big time.[01:04:41] Right. Because they don't, they're not doing to counter it. Right. I don't even think my 19 year old washes his hands, but. yeah, so I, I really, I wish I had more structural thought than that, but, you know, it's, you know, people are just, you know, my friends in the live music business are really more into like the near term of saving their company.[01:05:08] There's I thought for a long time, there's a, there's a big virtual. There's some opportunities to do, first reality type experiences with music. I still think there's a lot of frontiers there that have not been tapped ticketed events sitting virtually in a seat at a YouTube concert or whatever it is, you know, but, so maybe that accelerates a little bit.[01:05:33] Bob Wierema: [01:05:33] It's interesting. I just today, so, Michael knows Mumbai. My fiancé's a professional ballerina and the Joffrey ballet here in Chicago. And she got the note today. That they're canceling season for the year. [01:05:48] And so for, [01:05:49] you know, for an artist and somebody that's her career and that's her passion and what you grew up doing, you know, she's really struggling with like, what's, what's next?[01:05:59] Like, what do I do? I just kind of got this ripped away from me a little bit. How do I, how do I think about how I can do this? And then I'm thinking about the fans that go in the people and just all that community. That's just struggling right now around. We're not having, you know, to your point. I can't go to an outdoor concert.[01:06:16] I can't do these things that I love. They're a part of my life where my social circle, you know, it's, it's, it's tough right now. [01:06:23] Concho: [01:06:23] Was it her season? Just canceled? Going forward into 2021. [01:06:28]Bob Wierema: [01:0

On today's 'ROR Morning Show, it's the summer of the Cannonball Run, the most iconic fashion item of all time, the secret to living to 107 and how to make your veggies last longer. Plus, it's Riddle Me This Monday! And in Dirty Laundry, Lori Loughlin's punishment, Paris Hilton's pain and Dwight Yoakum's new baby. And don't miss Supah Smaht in 60 Seconds! All this and more on the ROR Morning Show with Bob Bronson, LBF, and Brian Podcast. Find more great podcasts at bPodStudios.com …The Place To Be For Podcast Discovery See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

This first hour begins with live cuts by Barenaked Ladies, The Clash, Martha Davis and The Motels, Oingo Boingo, Talking Heads, John Mayer, Bonnie Raitt, Dwight Yoakum, Humble Pie, The Pretenders, Pearl Jam, and Def Leppard

Tina Fey to raise money to help those affected by COVID-19, Dwight Yoakum gets hitched and Nicolas Cage will play Joe Exotic in CBS series. Listen now!

This 2nd hour includes, Coco Montoya, The Doors, Joe Bonamassa, Billy Squier, Blues Traveler, Johnny Winter, Led Zeppelin, Dwight Yoakum, and The Police.

Join us as Keegan, Cassi and Christina talk about the importance of empathy and communication, play FMK with country music stars Tim McGraw, Dwight Yoakum and Garth Brooks, get grossed out by a date with a very unique party trick, laugh about an early 20s melodrama, and revel in a tale of revenge against a narcissist. Christina wraps it up with a Crazy in Love tale of Michelle Hadley and Angela Diaz. Check out our Patreon, social media and contact us with stories at http://www.myworstdatepodcast.com Also, check out our amazing friend who helped us with merch at http://www.alternativedreamclothing.com

This week Jeff interviews country artist Thomas Fountain. In November 2016 Thomas released his hit “Sometimes God Whispers” landing him the number on voted up and coming local artist. He’s shared the stage with artist like Travis Tritt, Dwight Yoakum, Charlie Daniels and Chris Stapleton, but when he steps off the stage he finds inspiration in the outdoors.  www.thomasfountain.com www.facebook.com/thomasfountainmusic www.twitter.com/tfountainmusic www.instragram.com/tfountainmusic

Andrew McG joins your hosts Jaiden and Chris on this episode and he goes the distance. We learn about his early days listening to Loveline episodes he recorded on cassettes and his first memorable Adam Carolla bit. The guys discuss various guests and topics, from the infamous HuffPo and NPR interviews, to Glynn Washington and Dwight Yoakum. Also, the question is asked: How has the pirate ship changed over the years? Finally, Andrew shares some Carolla Cruise stories and how the ACS cruise family changed his life, before telling us why everyone should go on the next one. Get it on.

Andrew McG joins your hosts Jaiden and Chris on this episode and he goes the distance. We learn about his early days listening to Loveline episodes he recorded on cassettes and his first memorable Adam Carolla bit. The guys discuss various guests and topics, from the infamous HuffPo and NPR interviews, to Glynn Washington and Dwight Yoakum. Also, the question is asked: How has the pirate ship changed over the years? Finally, Andrew shares some Carolla Cruise stories and how the ACS cruise family changed his life, before telling us why everyone should go on the next one. Get it on.

Bill Monroe passes his Opry audition, Jimmie Davis says he's running for governor of Louisiana, Johnny Cash performs at Carnegie Hall, Waylon Jennings gets his first TV special, George Strait makes his movie debut, Blake Shelton joins the Grand Ole Opry, and happy birthday to Dwight Yoakum and Jimmy Wayne! That and more in today's podcast! Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @TICMHpodcast

The Victor Talking Machine company is founded, Elvis wins five bucks, one of Johnny Cash's prison albums tops the charts, Gene Autry's baseball team reaches the post season, Dwight Yoakum stops a rehersal for some courtroom drama, and Garth's lawyers fight for a letter. That and more in today's podcast. Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify and Google! FB, IG, TW: @TICMHpodcast

The North Carolina musician Sarah Shook had been buzzy for the past few years, but with Sidelong, her 2017 album, her profile appropriately raised with the collection of twangy, burning country songs. In fiery form, Shook and her band the Disarmers join Don Slack on Swingin' Doors to play four songs and discuss the origins of the group, . Recorded 9/27/2017 - 4 songs: Keep the Home Fires Burnin', Dwight Yoakum, Heal Me, The Bottle Never Lets Me DownSupport the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumba Que Derrumba - “Cien Flores En Tu Jardin” Eve Beglarian - “Landscaping For Privacy” Sinkane - “Omdurman” Clues - “Remember Severed Head” Dwight Yoakum - “I Got You” Kassin - “Agua” The Mystery Lights - “Follow Me Home” Ichiyo - “Flaw Riddim” Flying Batteries - “I’ll Make A Man Out Of You” Schwervon! - “Cotton Mouth” Sidibe - “You Wanna Love Everybody” Bob Dylan & The Band - “It’s Alright Ma (I’m Only Bleeding)” “El Flaco” Freddy Y Su Orquesta - “El Pito/Humo/Lluvia Con Nieve” Mux Mool - “Valley Girls” Julien Gasc - “Infoutu De” Ruben Blades - “La Maleta” The City Jungle - “Son Corruptes” Myra Barnes - “The Message From The Soul Sisters” The Shadowboxers - “Woman Through The Wall” Clifford Brown - “George’s Dilemma” STRFKR - “German Love” Willie Colon & Ruben Blades - “Siembra” Deer Hoof - “Desaparecere” The Clash - “This Is England”

Under a big Stetson, accompanied with a big smile, and based, under even bigger skies of Grande Prairie, Alberta, is Canada’s newest gentleman of country music, Brad Sims. Of Metis heritage, Brad’s call to immerse himself in all things country occurred when attending an annual Bud Country Fever Music Festival. After sneaking backstage to gain main stage access to watch the performers, Brad’s realization of one day doing exactly the same thing resonated; he was 10 years old. Fast forward and a short 8 years later, Brad’s musical journey commenced with a band called Nowhere Road. Competing in various and well known vocal competitions had Brad take center stage and be awarded the winning position for Duke’s Entertainer of the Year (2010), the Alberta/BC Talent Contest (2013) as well as garnering an impressive third place win in The Next Nashville North Star, at the Calgary Stampede (2014). Inspired by musical influences including Marty Stuart, George Strait, Mark Chesnutt, Dwight Yoakum and George Jones. Canadian country trailblazers. Terri Clark, George Canyon, Dean Brody and Bobby Wills, to name a few, also ignite Brad, whose songwriting process begins with creating the melody, followed by the lyrics. Brad is excited for his upcoming self-titled CD - featuring the just released single Blue Jeans -  with special guest appearances including Chris Byrne, Bart McKay, Russell Broom and Chad Melchert with songwriting collaborations including George Canyon, Phil O’Donnell, and Johnny Reid and produced by Johnny Gasparic and Graham Sharkey of 2-time CCMA Award winning studio, MCC Recordings (Calgary).

Inevitablemente la muerte vuelve a hacerse un hueco en el programa. Ayer, durante la emisión del 308, la noticia del fallecimiento de Glenn Frey enfrió el ánimo de la música. El fatídico inicio de 2016 se lleva por delante a un gran creador del country rock norteamericano al que le dedicaremos el arranque del 309. De alguna manera el resto de CDS sonará cercano a parte de la obra que Frey y sus Eagles consolidaron durante los 70. Entre nuestros invitados, el country rock es una seña de identidad para ellos, encontraremos a Hank Williams Jr., Dwight Yoakum, Dylan LeBlanc, Loretta Lynn, Alison Brown, Nicki Bluhm aand the Gamblers o Whitey Morgan and the 78’s. También habrá lugar para otras sensaciones estupendas y más eclécticas, propuestas como las de los madrileños Fatbeat! o Alfonso Herce.

Inevitablemente la muerte vuelve a hacerse un hueco en el programa. Ayer, durante la emisión del 308, la noticia del fallecimiento de Glenn Frey enfrió el ánimo de la música. El fatídico inicio de 2016 se lleva por delante a un gran creador del country rock norteamericano al que le dedicaremos el arranque del 309. De alguna manera el resto de CDS sonará cercano a parte de la obra que Frey y sus Eagles consolidaron durante los 70. Entre nuestros invitados, el country rock es una seña de identidad para ellos, encontraremos a Hank Williams Jr., Dwight Yoakum, Dylan LeBlanc, Loretta Lynn, Alison Brown, Nicki Bluhm aand the Gamblers o Whitey Morgan and the 78’s. También habrá lugar para otras sensaciones estupendas y más eclécticas, propuestas como las de los madrileños Fatbeat! o Alfonso Herce.

Today John Osborne stopped by the studio to talk with us, and it ended up being one of the most fun podcasts to date.  To those not in the know, John is a killer player and member of the CMA nominated country duo “Brothers Osborne.”  John talks about touring with Eric Church, being called on to Dwight Yoakum’s tour bus and recording with producer Jay Joyce. We talk about how playing music at Nashville’s Country Music Marathon is like being in a reverse marching band, how photo shoots largely consist of people asking you to be cooler than you are, and how you should be able to campaign to win a CMA once you’ve been nominated, including negative campaign ads.    

Special Guest: Rob The Editor. This week we discuss the superflu, stupid yardwork, Mr. Holland's jailbait, Highlander 2 is retarded, the crazy Dune movie, Dwight Yoakum, McConaughey AIDS, playing with toys for cash, and crying like bitches during Warrior.

Hello! I have combined Rare Quantum Geekettes and Yoakum to create some sort of stuff... Fri-Internet episode low, medium and high jinks ensue!  I discuss: V-Sauce (2) - Rare Stuff, Big Think - Laurence Krauss: Quantum Computing Explained 1UP with the Geekettes (3 Videos), and The Adam Carolla Show with guest Dwight Yoakum.

Movie Meltdown - Episode 110.1 Our first entry in the new series...The Caffeinated Movie Geek. Here we get hopped up on coffee, talk movies and lose all track of time. Like you do. Among our coffee-induced diatribes…The Orphan, Jared Leto, an ugly-fest, Malkovich as Humbert Humbert, Girl boners?, Dwight Yoakum just doesn’t care, Blood Simple, sub-titles switching languages back and forth, Jesse Eisenberg, digging to China, visual impressions on the podcast, Peter Sarsgaard, Monster, Lolita - The Musical, The Parking Lot Movie, Being Human, a Mecca of hot dudes, the Coen Brothers, nature bringing you down, we all get one murder pass, The Texas Chainsaw Musical, the Swedish Chef, old Harvard, the Fred Movie, Miley Cyrus, whiny werewolves, hideous 70’s interior design, The Vanishing, Arn, Mark Zuckerberg, Fred Durst, The Social Network, studying to be an English butler, Rosemary's Baby, and the cautionary tale of Victoria’s Secret. Spoiler Alert: Extensive “Dear Zachary” spoilers are included in this episode. "We've just started the show."

John's guest is Eddie Tuduri. Eddie shares his incredible life story including playing drums for major acts like The Beach Boys, Rick Nelson, Dwight Yoakum, Dobie Gray, Dr. John and many more, to his surfing accident in 1997 which left him temporarily paralyzed. Being the founder and director of The Rhythmic Arts Project (TRAP) and the great work they do. Throughout it all, Eddie remains a positive and inspiring force, and a beloved member of the Drum Community. Please subscribe to John's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom