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Byron Duffin

Sharing our love of live music, from dive bars, festivals to stadium events. One on one interviews with the artists, song writers and venues, one mile at a time!

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  • S3 · E277
    Monday · 34 min

    Sailor Ross | A Rising Voice in Country Music

    Send us Fan Mail From receiving his first guitar at just four years old to recording original music and performing on festival stages, Sailor Ross is making his mark as a rising country singer-songwriter. On this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, host Byron Duffin sat down with Sailor Ross at the Whitefish Songwriter Festival in Whitefish, Montana, to talk about his musical journey, songwriting inspirations, and the stories behind his music. Sailor began writing songs in 2019 and released his debut single, "All Yours," in 2023. He followed with "In The Mine" in 2024, accompanied by his first music video. After relocating to Phoenix, Arizona, he released his four-song EP, Arizona, later that year. His growing career has included performances at Colorado's UMS Music Festival and opening for rising country artist Aidan Canfield. In 2026, Sailor continued building his catalog with the release of "Here Am I." With a passion for authentic storytelling and original country music, Sailor represents a new generation of independent artists keeping the singer-songwriter tradition alive. Recorded at the Whitefish Songwriter Festival, which celebrates "Original Artists. Original Songs.", this conversation explores Sailor's musical influences, creative process, and determination to build a lasting career in country music. Join Byron and Shanda for another exclusive, in-person interview celebrating the artists and stories behind the songs we love. Musical Miles Podcast – Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. 🎙️ Hosts: Byron & Shanda Duffin 🎸 Guest: Sailor Ross 📍 Location: Whitefish Songwriter Festival – Whitefish, Montana 🌐 Website: www.musicalmilespodcast.com Subscribe to Musical Miles Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and your favorite podcast platform for more conversations with country music legends, Nashville hit songwriters, and rising independent artists. MORE ABOUT SAILOR ROSS: Website: https://share.google/0GKrSDVIdi8WUTcxD Instagram: https://share.google/jgibNvPKOVX0iz0tb Facebook: https://share.google/iZAGnP1wQoS4uMxYq Spotify: https://share.google/gGEGO8KKbj5RKE1gX 🎵 In This Episode: • Sailor Ross interview • Whitefish Songwriter Fest • Country Music • Child Prodigy MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #SailorRoss, #WhitefishSongwriterFestival, #MusicalMilesPodcast, #CountryMusic, #SingerSongwriter, #CountrySongwriter, #IndependentCountryMusic, #MontanaMusic, #WhitefishMontana, #OriginalSongs, #SongwriterStories, #EmergingCountryArtists, #ArizonaEP, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson, #tinhaul, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E276
    Friday · 47 min

    Brinley Addington | The #1 Hit Songwriter Behind “Chasing After You”

    Send us Fan Mail Brinley Addington: The #1 Hit Songwriter Behind “Chasing After You” | Nashville Songwriter Stories | Musical Miles Podcast Originally from Kingsport, Tennessee, Brinley has established himself as a respected songwriter in Nashville's competitive country music industry. With a passion for traditional country music, heartfelt lyrics, and authentic storytelling, his songwriting has attracted some of the biggest names in the business. Among his most notable achievements is co-writing "Chasing After You," recorded by Ryan Hurd and Maren Morris, which became a No. 1 country hit and earned nominations from both the Grammy Awards and Country Music Association. Brinley's songwriting credits also include Tyler Farr's "I Should Go to Church Sometime," along with songs recorded by artists including Darius Rucker, Chris Janson, Joe Nichols, and Kameron Marlowe. His contributions to country music earned him recognition as one of Spotify's Hot Country Standout Songwriters of 2021, further establishing his reputation among Nashville's talented songwriting community. During this exclusive in-person interview, Byron and Shanda explore Brinley's musical journey, his Tennessee roots, the challenges of breaking into Nashville's songwriting community, and what it takes to create songs that connect with audiences around the world. From the inspiration behind hit songs to the relationships that make Nashville's songwriting community so special, this conversation offers listeners an inside look at the people and stories behind the music. Whether you're a fan of traditional country music, an aspiring songwriter, or simply love discovering the stories behind your favorite songs, this episode delivers an entertaining and insightful conversation with one of Nashville's accomplished songwriting talents. Musical Miles Podcast continues its journey across America, bringing listeners face-to-face with legendary performers, award-winning hit songwriters, and emerging artists who are shaping the future of music. Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. MORE ABOUT BRINLEY ADDINGTON: Website: https://share.google/VmwyFzxOdYSahphJl Instagram: https://share.google/LtOoHETe8T94DZIQu Facebook: https://share.google/8QkT2chcQNxx6cXGw Spotify: https://share.google/cFKz14hSSIOZaoP14 Apple Music (songwriter playlist): https://share.google/1rU3cF0w7HzMMnsLQ 🎵 In This Episode: • Brinley Addington interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Country Music • Legendary Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #brinleyaddington, #NashvilleSongwriters, #CountryMusic, #LasVegasSongwritersFestival, #MusicalMilesPodcast, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E275
    November 4 · 37 min

    Bridgette Tatum | Co-wrote Jason Aldean's No. 1 Hit “She's Country”

    Send us Fan Mail Bridgette Tatum — Hit Songwriter, Recording Artist & Nashville Music Publisher From writing Jason Aldean's smash hit “She's Country” to building her own Nashville publishing company, Bridgette Tatum is a powerhouse in country music! Bridgette Tatum has made her mark on Nashville as a hit songwriter, recording artist, performer, entrepreneur, and champion of independent artists. Known for her powerhouse vocals, Southern roots, and unapologetic country attitude, Bridgette has built a career around great songs, authentic storytelling, and helping other artists find their voices. Her biggest songwriting breakthrough came when she co-wrote “She's Country,” recorded by Jason Aldean. The song climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard country chart and became one of Aldean's signature hits, introducing millions of country music fans to Bridgette's songwriting talent. Her impressive songwriting résumé also includes songs recorded by Gretchen Wilson, further establishing her reputation within Nashville's songwriting community. In 2010, Bridgette's song “Loud” was selected as the theme music for ACC Football, bringing her music to a national sports audience and demonstrating her ability to create songs that connect beyond traditional country radio. But Bridgette's accomplishments extend far beyond writing hit songs for other artists. As a recording artist, she has developed her own distinctive sound, combining Southern rock influences, traditional country storytelling, and the energy of a seasoned live performer. Bridgette is also a Nashville music publishing entrepreneur. Through her involvement with SoNash Publishing and Tatum Town, she has expanded her career into music publishing, songwriting development, and supporting emerging artists. Her work reflects a commitment not only to creating great music but also to helping the next generation of songwriters navigate the Nashville music industry. In this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, host Byron Duffin sits down with Bridgette during the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival for an entertaining, in-person conversation about her journey to Nashville, the story behind Jason Aldean's “She's Country,” writing for Gretchen Wilson, her recording career. From chart-topping country hits to mentoring tomorrow's Nashville talent, Bridgette Tatum proves that a great songwriter's influence reaches far beyond the stage. Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. Musical Miles Podcast with Byron & Shanda Duffin MORE ABOUT BRIDGETTE TATUM: Website: https://share.google/k5RQaIjZplSD7tk0U Instagram: https://share.google/Y0qWlZRjxF7MThjVU Facebook: https://share.google/u4aEYesPHysif6YFX Apple Music: https://share.google/uiaJm23rF3NvZJrKX 🎵 In This Episode: • Bridgette Tatum interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Country Music • Legendary Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #bridgettetatum, #NashvilleSongwriters, #CountryMusic, #LasVegasSongwritersFestival, #MusicalMilesPodcast, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E274
    November 2 · 40 min

    Dave Pahanish | And the Stories Behind his 3 No. 1 Country Hits

    Send us Fan Mail Dave Pahanish – Nashville Hit Songwriter Behind Toby Keith, Jimmy Wayne & Keith Urban From small-town Pennsylvania to the top of the Nashville country music charts, Dave Pahanish has built an incredible career writing songs that connect with millions of country music fans. Dave Pahanish is an accomplished Nashville singer-songwriter, recording artist, producer, and storyteller whose songwriting credits include some of country music's most recognizable hits. Originally from southwestern Pennsylvania, Dave developed his passion for music at an early age, eventually making his way to Nashville, where his talent for crafting heartfelt lyrics and memorable melodies would lead to a remarkable career on Music Row. The Hits Behind the Hitmaker Dave has earned recognition as the songwriter or co-writer behind several major country hits, including: "Without You" – Keith Urban: A chart-topping hit that became one of Urban's signature love songs. "Do You Believe Me Now" – Jimmy Wayne: A powerful No. 1 country hit that helped define Wayne's career. "American Ride" – Toby Keith: A No. 1 hit that became the title track of Keith's 2009 album. These songs demonstrate Dave's remarkable versatility as a songwriter. From the emotional honesty of "Without You" to the heartbreak of "Do You Believe Me Now" and the bold energy of "American Ride," his songwriting crosses a wide range of styles and emotions. His music has reached audiences around the world through recordings by major country artists, radio airplay, and live performances. More Than a Songwriter While many fans know Dave through the artists who have recorded his songs, he is also a talented performer in his own right. As a singer-songwriter, Dave brings the same authenticity and passion to the stage that have made his compositions successful. His performances offer audiences a rare opportunity to hear the stories behind the hits directly from the man who helped create them. His experience as a recording artist, producer, and collaborator gives him a unique perspective on the creative process, from the first spark of a song idea to hearing that song performed on country radio. Musical Miles Podcast – Live from the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival During the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Songwriters Festival, host Byron Duffin sat down with Dave Pahanish for an exclusive, in-person conversation about his journey through the Nashville music industry. From writing No. 1 hits for Keith Urban, Toby Keith, and Jimmy Wayne to navigating the challenges of the songwriting business, Dave shares stories and experiences from a career built around great songs. We explore the inspiration behind his music, the relationships that help bring songs to life, and the incredible feeling of hearing something you created become a hit. If you've ever wondered about the songwriters behind country music's biggest hits, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Join us for another unforgettable conversation on Musical Miles Podcast, where we travel the miles to bring you face-to-face with the artists and songwriters who make the music we love. Musical Miles Podcast — Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. www.musicalmilespodcast.com #DavePahanish, #KeithUrban, #TobyKeith, #JimmyWayne, #NashvilleSongwriters, #CountryMusic, #LasVegasSongwritersFestival, #MusicalMilesPodcast, MORE ABOUT DAVE PAHANISH: Facebook: https://share.google/mRRx4FQg3Hi8Wg9i9 Instagram: https://share.google/thgfuzAFN9uBMKyAw Spotify: https://share.google/k7yCSczSJtnmeHfLy 🎵 In This Episode: • Dave Pahanish interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Country Music • Legendary Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #DavePahanish, #KeithUrban, #TobyKeith, #JimmyWayne, #NashvilleSongwriters, #CountryMusic, #LasVegasSongwritersFestival, #MusicalMilesPodcast, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E273
    October 30 · 37 min

    Mark Irwin | Hitmaker with Alan Jackson "Here in the Real World"

    Send us Fan Mail What do Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, and Jimmy Buffett have in common? They've all recorded songs written or co-written by Nashville hitmaker Mark Irwin! For nearly four decades, Mark Irwin has been one of Nashville's most respected and successful songwriters, crafting unforgettable country hits that have topped the charts and become part of country music history. Originally from the Northeast, Mark moved to Nashville in 1987 with dreams of making his mark on Music Row. His first major recording came when Randy Travis cut his Christmas song, "Meet Me Under the Mistletoe." But it was his collaboration with a young Alan Jackson that would help launch an extraordinary songwriting career. Mark co-wrote "Here in the Real World," the title track from Alan Jackson's breakthrough debut album. The song became Jackson's first Top 10 country hit and earned two CMA Song of the Year nominations, an ACM Song of the Year nomination, and the 1990 Music City News Song of the Year award. The Hits That Made Mark Irwin a Nashville Legend Over the years, Mark has co-written some of country music's most recognizable songs, including: "Here in the Real World" – Alan Jackson "Highway Don't Care" – Tim McGraw featuring Taylor Swift, with Keith Urban on guitar "Neon Light" – Blake Shelton "Redneck Crazy" – Tyler Farr "Bama Breeze" – Jimmy Buffett "That's How They Do It in Dixie" – Hank Williams Jr. "Looking for That Girl" – Tim McGraw "Power of Positive Drinking" – Chris Janson His songwriting catalog also includes recordings by Garth Brooks, Martina McBride, Faith Hill, George Jones, Thomas Rhett, Lee Brice, Glen Campbell, Patty Loveless, and many more. Mark's talents have even reached Hollywood, with one of his songs recorded by Gwyneth Paltrow for the film Country Strong. From the Bluebird Café to the World's Biggest Country Stars Before becoming an established hitmaker, Mark worked as a bartender at Nashville's legendary Bluebird Café, where countless aspiring songwriters have shared their music and launched their careers. His connection to this iconic Nashville venue eventually brought him full circle when he was featured in the documentary Bluebird, which celebrates the intimate listening room and its extraordinary influence on country music. Beyond his chart-topping successes, Mark continues to collaborate with established performers and emerging artists, helping shape the next generation of Nashville songwriting. Musical Miles Podcast – Live from the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival During the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Songwriters Festival, host Byron Duffin sat down with Mark Irwin for an exclusive, in-person conversation celebrating his remarkable career. From co-writing Alan Jackson's breakthrough hit to creating chart-topping songs for Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, and Tyler Farr, Mark's journey is a fascinating look behind the curtain of Nashville's songwriting community. His career is proof that a great song can travel far beyond the writer's room, connecting with millions of listeners and becoming part of the soundtrack of their lives. If you've ever wondered about the songwriters behind country music's biggest hits, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Join us for another great conversation on Musical Miles Podcast, where we travel the miles to bring you face-to-face with the people behind the music. MORE ABOUT MARK IRWIN: Instagram: https://share.google/QgjkDW6cV1DWoMxnA Apple Music: https://share.google/5arS0QUdcegBBFYsG 🎵 In This Episode: • Mark Irwin interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Country Music • Legendary Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #MarkIrwin #AlanJackson, #TimMcGraw, #TaylorSwift, #BlakeShelton, #NashvilleSongwriters, #CountryMusic, #LasVegasSongwritersFestival, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E272
    October 28 · 29 min

    Jamie Floyd | 3-Time Grammy-Nominated Songwriter, Recording Artist & Composer

    Send us Fan Mail From Grammy-nominated country hits to Broadway musicals and Hollywood soundtracks, Jamie Floyd is one of Nashville's most versatile and accomplished creative talents. Jamie Floyd is a Nashville-based, three-time Grammy-nominated songwriter, recording artist, theatrical composer, and storyteller whose extraordinary career spans country music, pop, film, television, and musical theater. With songs recorded by Kelly Clarkson, Kesha, Miranda Lambert, Ronnie Dunn, Brian Wilson, Ingrid Andress, Madi Diaz, and numerous others, Jamie has established herself as a songwriter whose work crosses genres and reaches audiences around the world. Three Grammy-Nominated Projects Jamie's songwriting has been featured on three Grammy-nominated albums: "The Blade" – Ashley Monroe: Jamie co-wrote the title track of Monroe's album The Blade, nominated for Best Country Album at the 2016 Grammy Awards. The song, also recorded by Miranda Lambert and Ronnie Dunn, became one of Jamie's signature compositions. "Anything But Love" – Ingrid Andress: Jamie co-wrote this song for Andress's debut album Lady Like, nominated for Best Country Album at the 2021 Grammy Awards. "For Months Now" – Madi Diaz: Co-written with Madi Diaz and Wrabel, this song appears on Diaz's album Weird Faith, nominated for Best Folk Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Other notable songwriting credits include "I Would've Loved You," recorded by Kelly Clarkson and Jake Hoot, and "Resentment," recorded by Kesha. From Nashville to Hollywood and Broadway Jamie's remarkable talents extend well beyond the recording studio. As a composer for film and television, she wrote and performed the entire 12-song soundtrack for Burt Reynolds' final film, The Last Movie Star. Her song "Yet to Come," co-written with John Martin, earned the Nashville Film Festival's award for Best Song in a Feature Film. Her screen credits also include: A Country Christmas Story – Original songs for the Dolly Parton television movie, including music performed by Brian McKnight. Manson's Lost Girls – Original music and theme for the Lifetime television movie. Glimpse – Wrote and performed "Oh Darlin'," the film's only original song. Dakota – Wrote and recorded "Let It Shine" for the film's closing scene. Nashville – Co-wrote "Mississippi Flood," performed by Hayden Panettiere's character on the ABC series. The Voice – Her vocals were featured in NBC promotional commercials introducing Reba McEntire as a coach. Jamie has also emerged as an accomplished musical theater composer and lyricist, creating original scores and songs for stage productions developed through respected theater organizations, including Playwrights Horizons and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Her theatrical work includes an award-winning score originally developed for The King's Wife, a country music murder-mystery musical, and original music for Theophany Musical. She also wrote the title song for the Off-Broadway production Little Christmas Miracles, making her Off-Broadway debut as both a songwriter and performer. Her ability to create music that tells compelling stories across so many different mediums has made Jamie a distinctive voice in Nashville and beyond. MORE ABOUT JAMIE FLOYD: Website: https://share.google/pVdcDagcFTciA6jau Instagram: https://share.google/iTlVlTE1i0iNVsi2e Facebook: https://share.google/2FcpAg4TtdNDAvqT3 Spotify: https://share.google/04zQseXzrUK6LZ4gu IMBD: https://share.google/WMIT8CODVXQseja0m 🎵 In This Episode: • Jamie Floyd interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Music Composer • Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #JamieFloyd #GrammyNominated #NashvilleSongwriters #TheBlade #KellyClarkson #Kesha #MusicalTheater #FilmComposer #LasVegasSongwritersFestival #MusicalMilesPodcast #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E271
    October 26 · 48 min

    Bob DiPiero | BMI ICON, Nashville Hall-of-Fame Songwriter

    Send us Fan Mail What does it take to write songs that become the soundtrack of country music for generations? Just ask BMI ICON Bob DiPiero! Few songwriters have left a mark on country music quite like Bob DiPiero. A Nashville songwriting legend, BMI ICON, and member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, Bob has spent decades crafting songs that have become some of the most recognizable hits in country music. With more than 1,000 songs recorded, 15 No. 1 hits, and countless industry honors, DiPiero's songwriting credits read like a who's who of country music royalty. His unforgettable hits include: "The Church on Cumberland Road" – Shenandoah "Daddy's Money" – Ricochet "Blue Clear Sky" – George Strait "You Can't Take the Honky Tonk Out of the Girl" – Brooks & Dunn "Gone" – Montgomery Gentry "Southern Voice" – Tim McGraw His songs have been recorded by some of the biggest names in music, including George Strait, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Brooks & Dunn, and many others. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007 and honored as a BMI ICON in 2017, Bob DiPiero has built a career defined by unforgettable melodies, clever lyrics, and an extraordinary ability to tell stories through song. But Bob's contributions extend far beyond his own catalog. As the creator of the popular Songwriters in the Round series, he has helped bring the art of songwriting directly to audiences while sharing the stage with some of Nashville's most celebrated writers. Musical Miles Podcast – Live from Las Vegas! During the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival, presented by MGM Resorts and EnterSong, host Byron Duffin caught up with Bob DiPiero for a special conversation about his remarkable journey through the music business. From the stories behind his chart-topping hits to the artists who brought those songs to life, Bob shares insights into the craft of songwriting, the changing Nashville music scene, and the experiences that have shaped his legendary career. Whether you're an aspiring songwriter, a longtime country music fan, or simply someone who appreciates the stories behind great songs, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Join Musical Miles Podcast as we celebrate one of Nashville's most influential songwriters — BMI ICON Bob DiPiero! Musical Miles Podcast — Real Roads. Real Songs. Real Stories. Subscribe to Musical Miles Podcast for more exclusive, in-person conversations with legendary songwriters, recording artists, and the rising stars of country music. www.musicalmilespodcast.com MORE ABOUT Bob DiPiero: Website: https://share.google/4nsTT62Vav0Gd3GgX Facebook: https://share.google/jKO8iTNMjIR2LpNSS Instagram: https://share.google/glLnqlHeyRyXX5TKu Apple Music: https://share.google/pAbICfjWiSnc5cOcw 🎵 In This Episode: • Bob DiPiero interview • Vegas Songwriter Fest • Country Music BMI Icon • Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #bobdipiero, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #bmisongwritericon #kinetxwatches, #stetson Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 23 · 42 min

    Riley Evyn | 4th-Generation Texas Cowgirl Bringing Back Classic Country Music

    Send us Fan Mail From the ranches of West Texas to the country music stage, Riley Evyn is proving that traditional country music is alive and well! Born into a West Texas ranching family, Riley Evyn is a fourth-generation cowgirl whose love for music and the Western way of life runs deep. Performing for audiences since the age of four, Riley grew up surrounded by the values, traditions, and stories that have defined country music for generations. Influenced by the legendary sounds of the 1970s, '80s, and '90s, Riley has developed a musical style rooted in traditional country, with a soulful vocal quality reminiscent of one of her earliest inspirations, Patsy Cline. But Riley isn't simply recreating the sounds of yesterday. She's bringing her own personality, youthful energy, and a little West Texas sass to the music she loves. Her growing career has taken her from her ranching roots to Nashville and onto bigger stages, including a featured performance with country hitmakers Lonestar at the 2026 Cassia County Fair & Rodeo in Idaho. Her appearance on RFD-TV's From Ranch Kid to Music City further highlighted her dedication to preserving the Western lifestyle through her music. In this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, hosts Byron and Shanda Duffin sit down with Riley Evyn to explore her journey from a young West Texas cowgirl to an emerging voice in traditional country music. We talk about the influence of her ranching heritage, her love for classic country, the challenges of building a music career, and why staying true to her roots matters so much. With her unmistakable country spirit, infectious personality, and genuine appreciation for the music that came before her, Riley Evyn is helping introduce a new generation of listeners to the timeless sounds of traditional country. If you love real country music, authentic Western stories, and discovering talented emerging artists, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Musical Miles Podcast — Real Roads. Real Songs. Real Stories. MORE ABOUT RILEY EVYN: Instagram: https://share.google/t61dBKpB1Tb6QYqhe Facebook: https://share.google/pjWix1Ai5CsxYZZYl Spotify: https://share.google/dSykrr145jZoKNKtF 🎵 In This Episode: • Riley Evyn interview • Aspen Grove Inn • Americana Music • Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Watch Sponsor: https://kinetx.us - 10% DISCOUNT CODE (MUSICALMILES) Our Guitar Sponsor: Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #rileyevyn, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #southforkfest, #aspengroveinn, #kinetxwatches, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 21 · 37 min

    Will Logsdon | Nashville Roots, California Dreams & the Stories Behind His Music

    Send us Fan Mail Will Logsdon – From Nashville to Los Angeles: Music, Art, Family & Following Your Own Path Growing up in Nashville, Tennessee, singer-songwriter Will Logsdon was surrounded by the sounds and traditions of Music City. But his musical journey would eventually take him far beyond Tennessee, leading him west to California, where he continues to pursue his passion for songwriting, recording, and artistic expression. Today, Will calls Los Angeles, California, home, where he lives with his wife, Katie Kimmel, a talented visual artist known for her colorful, imaginative ceramic sculptures and distinctive artistic style, and their daughter. With music and visual art both playing important roles in their lives, Will and Katie represent a creative household where artistic expression and family come together. Will's musical style draws from Americana, country, and roots rock, blending acoustic instrumentation with his personal approach to songwriting. His reported recording catalog includes Vacation (2015), Will Logsdon (2021), and Above Yourself (2025), a nine-track project featuring songs such as Perfect Gift, It Takes Work, and Holy Love. In 2023, Will released the music video for Make My Own World, directed by Spencer Dennis and filmed near Inyokern, California. Featuring the striking landscape of California's high desert, the video offers a glimpse into his imaginative approach to music and visual storytelling. On this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, host Byron Duffin sits down with Will for an in-person conversation exploring his Nashville roots, his move to California, his creative journey, and the experiences that have shaped his life. From growing up in one of America's most celebrated music cities to building a family and creative life in Los Angeles, Will Logsdon's journey brings together music, art, family, and the freedom to follow your own path. Join us as we get to know Will Logsdon, the man behind the music, and celebrate the stories that make his journey unique. Musical Miles Podcast Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. MORE ABOUT WILL LOGSDON: Instagram: https://share.google/2E3sjFMGDq61J4N7X Facebook: https://share.google/tPEaB1g3E6bcKWhso Bandcamp: https://share.google/bnvQVU1S5tTuKd2Ex 🎵 In This Episode: • Will Logsdon interview • South Fork Fest • Americana Music • Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN KINETX Watches~10% discount at checkout CODE:MUSICALMILES https://kinetx.us FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #willlogsdon, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #southforkfest, #aspengroveinn, #kinetxwatches, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 19 · 38 min

    When Guitar Meets Fiddle! Alex Dunn & Mimi Genheimer | Musical Miles Podcast

    Send us Fan Mail Alex Dunn & Mimi Genheimer – Acoustic Music, Fiddle & Stories from the Road There’s something special about the combination of an acoustic guitar, a fiddle, and the stories that bring music to life. Alex Dunn and Mimi Genheimer bring those elements together through live performances that celebrate the connection between musicians and their audience. Singer-songwriter and guitarist Alex Dunn delivers his music through acoustic arrangements and storytelling, while Mimi Genheimer adds the expressive sound of the fiddle. Together, their instruments create a musical partnership that highlights the beauty of live, acoustic music. On this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, hosts Byron and Shanda Duffin sit down with Alex and Mimi to explore their musical journeys, their experiences performing together, and the inspiration behind their music. From the creative process of songwriting to the chemistry between guitar and fiddle, this conversation celebrates the musicianship, dedication, and personal stories that make independent music so compelling. Join us for another in-person conversation as we discover more about Alex Dunn and Mimi Genheimer, their music, and the roads that have shaped their journey. Musical Miles Podcast – Real Roads. Real Songs. Real Stories. More About Alex Dunn: Website: https://share.google/ZjSEmAg3iFgEf0egc Instagram: https://share.google/05Xtq0T9vo7PyD62Q Facebook: https://share.google/UczeAROJzcCPxLIhp Spotify: https://share.google/FSS63zYUjFPC1UGfe More About Mimi Genheimer: Instagram: https://share.google/kBUQzfYeATtZm0nZS 🎵 In This Episode: • Alex Dunn & Mimi Genheimer interview • South Fork Fest • Americana Music • Songwriters MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #alexdunn, #mimgenheimer, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #southforkfest, #aspengroveinn, #kinetxwatches, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 16 · 38 min

    Wesley Hanna Band | Texas Country, Red Dirt Music & Life on the Road

    Send us Fan Mail Hailing from Fort Worth, Texas, singer-songwriter Wesley Hanna brings an authentic Texas country sound, heartfelt storytelling, and a passion for live performance to the stage. Rooted in the traditions of country, Americana, and Red Dirt music, Wesley represents the independent spirit of Texas musicians who believe great songs begin with real-life experiences. Alongside his wife and musical partner, Stacie Hanna, Wesley shares a love for music that extends beyond the stage. Together, they bring their musical talents and personal connection to the Wesley Hanna Band, creating performances built around genuine storytelling and a shared passion for country music. During the Braun Brothers Reunion in Challis, Idaho, Musical Miles Podcast hosts Byron and Shanda Duffin sat down with Wesley and Stacie for an in-person conversation about their musical journey, their partnership, and life as working musicians. From the Texas music scene to festival stages across the country, Wesley Hanna continues to pursue the music he loves while staying connected to the people and experiences that inspire his songs. Join Musical Miles Podcast as we get to know Wesley Hanna and Stacie Hanna, explore their musical journey, and hear the stories behind the music. Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. More About Wesley Hanna Band: Website: https://share.google/APHn5qbL03Unt0IuK Instagram: https://share.google/TharTN9NyMU5Kw62S Facebook: https://share.google/q2sAceXONMfNMp22E Spotify: https://share.google/BJQvPUbcGfYx4eMtc 🎵 In This Episode: • Wesley Hanna interview • Braun Brothers Reunion • Texas Country Music MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #wesleyhannaband, #braunbrothersreunion, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #roperapparel, #wearthewest, #songwriterinterview, #braunbrothersreunion, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 14 · 34 min

    George DeVore | 30 Years of Austin Music, Songwriting & Double Trouble

    Send us Fan Mail George DeVore is an Austin, Texas singer-songwriter and guitarist whose distinctive voice, honest songwriting and energetic performances have made him a longtime fixture in the Austin music scene. Originally from the Midwest, DeVore spent five years touring the club circuit as lead singer and guitarist for Fat Bertha before making the move to Austin in 1994. It didn't take long for Austin to notice. Soon after arriving, DeVore won “Best Tape” at the Austin Music Awards and went on to receive recognition in categories including rock, pop and male vocalist. His combination of rock, Americana, folk and acoustic-driven songwriting has taken him onto legendary Austin stages including Antone's, Stubb's and the Saxon Pub. Over the years, DeVore has built a reputation around a gritty, immediately recognizable voice and a live performance style that once led Playboy to describe him as a “Pop-Powerhouse.” His recorded work includes releases such as Wonderland, Four Under Par and the 2010 EP Simple Things. More recently, DeVore provided vocals for Austin guitarist and songwriter Harry Bodine's 2024 project Muddy Junction. George's history also reaches into some fascinating corners of Texas music. In 2001, he stepped in as lead singer with Double Trouble, the band forever associated with Stevie Ray Vaughan, during a tour that summer. Byron Duffin caught up with George at the Braun Brothers Reunion in Challis, Idaho, for a conversation about his journey, songwriting, Austin's legendary music community and a career built around playing music on his own terms. MORE ABOUT GEORGE: Website: https://share.google/quzZXxZ8gtmWv3ywo Facebook: https://share.google/yHQAE9F5xTgFmY05L Spotify: https://share.google/iGVvrs0CJLQB9FnUF 🎵 In This Episode: • George DeVore interview • Braun Brothers Reunion • Songwriter • Texas Country Music MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #georgedevore, #multiinstrumentalist, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, #braunbrothersreunion, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 12 · 51 min

    Rolling Stone Writer Josh Crutchmer on the Rise of Red Dirt Music

    Send us Fan Mail Josh Crutchmer is an author and award-winning journalist who has become one of the leading chroniclers of Red Dirt, Americana and independent roots music. A native Oklahoman and graduate of Oklahoma State University, Crutchmer has been closely connected to the Red Dirt scene since the early 2000s, documenting not only the artists onstage but the songwriters, crews, venues and people who built the movement. Crutchmer is currently a planning editor at The New York Times and a regular contributor to Rolling Stone. His journalism career has also included positions with The Oklahoman, Arizona Republic, Omaha World-Herald, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Buffalo News, Chicago Tribune and The Plain Dealer. His career has placed him at the intersection of major national journalism and the independent music community he has followed for more than two decades. He is perhaps best known to music fans as the author of Red Dirt: Roots Music Born in Oklahoma, Raised in Texas, at Home Anywhere, published in 2020. He followed it with books including The Motel Cowboy Show, Red Dirt Unplugged, and Never Say Never: Cross Canadian Ragweed, The Boys From Oklahoma, and a Red Dirt Comeback Story for the Ages. His 2026 release, (Almost) Almost Famous, collects stories and memories from a career spent chasing Red Dirt, Americana, roots rock and independent country music. Crutchmer has been especially connected to the story of Cross Canadian Ragweed. He covered the band's rise while working for The Oklahoman, documented its final show in 2010, and later broke news surrounding the band's reunion and The Boys From Oklahoma concerts through Rolling Stone. His work has also followed artists including the Turnpike Troubadours and Wyatt Flores as a new generation has carried Red Dirt music to a much larger audience. For Musical Miles Podcast, Byron Duffin sat down with Josh Crutchmer at the Braun Brothers Reunion in Challis, Idaho, for a conversation about the stories behind the music, his career in journalism, his books, and why preserving the history of Red Dirt and independent music matters. Josh Crutchmer doesn't simply write about Red Dirt music—he documents the people, places and stories that have made it a culture. MORE ABOUT JOSH: Website: https://share.google/3Wkkd8zeOziRcGYtR Instagram: https://share.google/eNjLGAFrkCNN8faSz 🎵 In This Episode: • Josh Crutchmer interview • Braun Brothers Reunion • Red Dirt Music • Texas Country Music MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #joshcrutchmer, #author, #publisher, #americanamusic, #reddirtmusic, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #rollingstonecountry, #braunbrothersreunion, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 9 · 45 min

    Joe “Bass” Miller of Reckless Kelly | Life on the Road & What’s Next

    Send us Fan Mail Joe “Bass” Miller is a veteran musician and longtime member of the celebrated Americana and Red Dirt band Reckless Kelly. Holding down the low end on bass, Miller has been an important part of the band’s powerful live sound and its reputation as one of the hardest-working acts in roots music. Joe’s musical background goes well beyond the electric bass. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, he brings years of experience, musicianship, and a deep appreciation for traditional country, rock, and roots music to the stage. Whether locking into the rhythm section or picking up an upright bass, his playing provides the foundation that lets the songs—and the rest of the band—shine. Musical Miles Podcast caught up with Joe at the Braun Brothers Reunion in Challis, Idaho, where we talked about life on the road, his musical journey, and his experiences as part of the Reckless Kelly family. With Reckless Kelly entering a new chapter after decades of touring, Joe “Bass” Miller offers a unique perspective from inside a band that has helped define the independent Texas/Red Dirt and Americana music scene. Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. More about Joe "Bass" Miller Facebook: https://share.google/gt7OAyYRs65FV44PJ 🎵 In This Episode: • Joe "Bass" Miller interview • Braun Brothers Reunion • Reckless Kelly • Texas Country Music MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #joebassmiller, #multiinstrumentalist, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #texascountrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, #braunbrothersreunion, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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    October 7 · 57 min

    Ben Garcia | Bird Dogs, Backroads & a Gibson Guitar | The Road Back to Music

    Send us Fan Mail Ben Garcia is an Americana and country singer-songwriter whose music sounds like it was built on the backroads of the American West—and in many ways, it was. Born along Utah's Wasatch Front and raised near Boulder, Colorado, Garcia began performing in the alternative-rock scene while still young. His musical path eventually took a major detour when he became deeply involved in training and competing with upland bird dogs, building a reputation in the field-trial community. Years spent traveling Western highways with dogs, horses and a Gibson guitar provided the experiences that would eventually shape his distinctive style of songwriting. Those miles show up in Garcia's music. His songs combine Americana, country and roots music with an earthy vocal style and storytelling centered around real people, relationships, honky-tonks and life in the West. After stepping away from performing for a period, Garcia returned to music with a renewed commitment to songwriting and touring. Garcia has become a sought-after opening act, sharing stages with artists including Uncle Lucius, The Wilder Blue, Aaron Watson, Chris Knight, Jason Eady, Kelly Willis, Ned LeDoux, Ward Davis, John R. Miller and Ty Myers, among many others. His recent music includes songs such as “Alright Tonight,” “Sweet and True,” and “Road Song.” What makes Ben particularly well suited for Musical Miles Podcast is that his story really is about the miles. His songwriting wasn't created solely in Nashville writing rooms—it was developed through years of driving across America, working with animals, meeting people and collecting the experiences that eventually became songs. In our conversation with Ben Garcia, we talk about the road from rock & roll to bird dogs to Americana, the experiences behind his songs, and what it's like returning to music with a lifetime of stories finally ready to be told. Ben Garcia is proof that sometimes the long way around is exactly where you find your song. MORE ABOUT BEN GARCIA: Website: https://share.google/FHW7Tr6VWwDbTISfS Instagram: https://share.google/ONgflg89Tf9P9o0Oi Facebook: https://share.google/skoRmqh0q5i6dl3xv Spotify: https://share.google/qUHO3kl1j75W1MxEJ 🎵 In This Episode: • Ben Garcia interview • Colorado Music • Independent Artist • Songwriter MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #bengarcia, #multiinstrumentalist, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E262
    October 5 · 32 min

    Alyssa Joy Claffey | The “Grassical” Fiddler Who Fought Her Way Back to Music

    Send us Fan Mail Alyssa Joy Claffey is an Idaho-grown violinist and fiddler who describes her musical style as “grassical”—classical training with plenty of twang. She picked up the violin at just five years old, studied classically, and earned a spot with the Boise Philharmonic at age 19. After spending more than a decade as a music educator in Sun Valley, Idaho, Alyssa made the leap into performing full-time. Her versatility has allowed her to move comfortably from symphony halls to honky-tonks, festivals and intimate songwriter settings. As an artist-at-large, Alyssa has performed across the country and beyond, while becoming a familiar presence in Idaho's vibrant live-music community. Her résumé includes work with High Mtn Heard, appearances on recordings by other artists, and performances at events including the 2026 Sawtooth Valley Gathering. Alyssa's musical journey also includes a remarkable personal comeback. Complications following breast-cancer treatment left her left arm paralyzed, threatening her ability to play the instrument that had been part of her life since childhood. After returning to the Robie Creek area where she was raised, she recovered use of her arm and was back performing and teaching. Her current artist biography describes her as having been declared a “clinical miracle” in March 2022. Today, Alyssa brings together the precision of a classically trained violinist with the freedom, energy and improvisation of a roots-music fiddler. Whether she's playing Americana, country, bluegrass, rock or stepping into something completely unexpected, her ability to cross musical boundaries makes her a distinctive voice in the Idaho music scene. On this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, Byron Duffin sits down with Alyssa Joy Claffey to talk about her musical beginnings, classical training, life as a professional fiddler, overcoming an extraordinary setback, and what it means to get another opportunity to make music. More About Alyssa Joy Claffey: Instagram: https://share.google/EOJFSl2Wg3gBCbrBu Facebook: https://share.google/WhPqROjxxwkkfduhZ Spotify: https://share.google/LHAc8DqUF9E8FFuoD 🎵 In This Episode: • Alyssa Joy Claffey interview • Multi Instrumentalists • Meadowlark Festival • Songwriter MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #alyssajoyclaffey, #multiinstrumentalist , #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, #fiddleplayer, #meadowlarkfestival Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E261
    October 2 · 22 min

    David Starr | Singer-Songwriter, Guitar Shop Owner & Grand Mesa Festival Founder

    Send us Fan Mail David Starr is a singer-songwriter, musician, guitar shop owner, producer, and festival organizer who has turned his lifelong love of music into something much bigger than a career—it has become a way of strengthening the music community around him. An Arkansas native now based in Cedaredge, Colorado, Starr has spent decades writing, recording and performing his distinctive blend of Americana, folk and blues. He has released more than 11 albums, toured internationally, and shared stages or collaborated with artists including John Oates, John McEuen, Steve Cropper and Jim Lauderdale, while opening shows for artists such as America, Jim Messina, Karla Bonoff and Travis Tritt. But Starr's impact reaches well beyond the stage. He founded Starr's Guitars in Little Rock before relocating the business to Cedaredge in 2001. The shop has become a Main Street fixture, offering vintage, new and used guitars while serving as a gathering place for musicians and music lovers. David and his wife Cindy Starr have also played an important role in building Cedaredge's arts community. David is a founding board member of the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center, where he continues to organize and promote concerts. In 2025, David and Cindy received Colorado's Governor's Creative Leadership Award, recognizing their contributions to arts and cultural development in the state. GMAEC That commitment to songwriters is especially evident in the Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival, which David produces in Cedaredge. The festival brings established and emerging writers together for intimate songwriter rounds where audiences hear not only the songs, but the stories and inspiration behind them. For Musical Miles Podcast, David Starr represents exactly what we love about the journey behind the music: an artist who writes the songs, plays the shows, supports fellow musicians, builds community and creates places where great songs can be heard. Real Roads – Real Songs – Real Stories. More About David Starr: Website: https://share.google/rshpSZ6lHyOs39Y5A Instagram: https://share.google/3BSZgrOiDNuwM7ZRs Facebook: https://share.google/LJjsnbWqOUkX25bub Spotify: https://share.google/dehyPdeEPOiKCJDOj 🎵 In This Episode: • David Starr interview • Starr's Guitars • Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival • Songwriter MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #davidstarr, #starrsguitars, #folkmusic, #klosguitars, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #grandmesasongwriterfest #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, #stetson, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E260
    September 30 · 28 min

    Eric Ramsey | From Arizona to International Blues Challenge Champion

    Send us Fan Mail Eric Ramsey is an award-winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and storyteller whose music moves comfortably between blues, folk, Americana, and roots music. Based in the Phoenix area, Ramsey has built a reputation for expressive songwriting, soaring vocals, intricate fingerpicking, and powerful bottleneck slide guitar. His songs often explore the human condition with a mix of honesty, humor, sensitivity, and hard-earned perspective. Ramsey earned national recognition in 2022 when he won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in the Solo/Duo category. He also received the Memphis Cigar Box Guitar Award for outstanding guitarist in that category. His other honors include three wins at the Phoenix Blues Society's Blues Showdown, the Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Contest, the People's Choice Award at the Wildflower Arts & Music Festival, and two finalist appearances at the Telluride Blues Challenge. A member of the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame, Eric is equally at home on the songwriter and folk festival circuits. He has been a featured performer multiple times at the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival and has appeared at festivals around the country. His live performances showcase more than traditional acoustic guitar—his instrumental palette includes resonator/slide guitar, Weissenborn-style lap steel, and banjo. Eric was also among the featured songwriters at the 2026 Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival in Cedaredge, Colorado, where Musical Miles Podcast caught up with him. Songwriter Festival On this episode of Musical Miles Podcast, Eric Ramsey joins Byron Duffin to talk about the stories behind the songs, his journey through the folk and blues world, the art of songwriting, and the distinctive guitar work that has helped make him an acclaimed performer. More About Eric Ramsey: Website: https://share.google/HN0PVykpA46dAmTK8 Instagram: https://share.google/nhFbIDA7fJJwbnzWy Facebook: https://share.google/lL0YeTOrVL7bvSwWK Bandcamp: https://share.google/IOFOQIp2uvGB9JiX2 🎵 In This Episode: • Eric Ramsey interview • Multi Instrumentalists • Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival • Songwriter MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #ericramsey, #multiinstrumentalist , #folkmusic, #klosguitars, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #grandmesasongwriterfest #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, #stetson, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E259
    September 28 · 29 min

    Jeff Fasano | Photographer, Author & Visual Storyteller

    Send us Fan Mail For more than three decades, Jeff Fasano has built a remarkable career photographing the artists, songwriters and musicians who create the music we love. His portraits go beyond simply documenting a face—they seek to capture the personality, emotion and story of the person standing in front of his camera. We caught up with Jeff at the Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival in Cedaredge, Colorado, where he was surrounded by exactly the kind of people who have inspired much of his work: singers, songwriters and storytellers. Jeff shared his perspective on photography, connecting with artists, and the importance of creating an environment where his subjects can relax enough to reveal something genuine. Jeff's work is especially connected to the Americana music community. That relationship is beautifully documented in his book, Americana Portrait Sessions, a collection of intimate portraits celebrating the musicians and songwriters who have helped define the genre. Throughout his career, Jeff has photographed an extraordinary range of performers—from established legends to independent artists still carving out their place in the business. But regardless of someone's level of fame, his approach remains centered on connection rather than celebrity. His goal is not simply to take a great photograph, but to capture something authentic about the person behind the music. Our conversation with Jeff at Grand Mesa was a fascinating look at the man who is normally behind the camera. This time, we turned the spotlight on him to hear the stories behind the portraits, his journey as a photographer and why the relationship between photographer and artist can make all the difference. It's another example of what Musical Miles Podcast is all about—discovering the people, stories and relationships that surround the music, both onstage and behind the scenes. More About Jeff Fasano: Website: https://share.google/HJz9gF1C2ylhFWWOY Instagram: https://share.google/NX5W0TVYZRgTtpD7C Facebook: https://share.google/zz2wEi95xwpbt3K5l 🎵 In This Episode: • Jeff Fasano Photography interview • Photographer of Americana • Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival • Photo Journalist MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #jefffasanophotography, #americanaportraitsessions, #folkmusic, #americanamusic, #photojournalist, #grandmesasongwriterfest #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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  • S3 · E258
    September 25 · 31 min

    Marcedes Carroll & Doc Elliot: Americana, Songwriting & Life on the Road | Musical Miles Podcast

    Send us Fan Mail Marcedes Carroll and Doc Elliot bring together two well-traveled musical lives rooted in Americana, country, folk and the storytelling tradition. Raised in Montana, Marcedes Carroll began playing guitar as a teenager and was writing songs and performing by age 19 in both Moscow, Idaho, and her hometown of Belgrade, Montana. After performing with the classic-rock band Drink Me Pretty, she turned her attention toward her own songwriting and recording career. Her debut project, She’s Pretty, arrived in 2019, followed by extensive touring—including a 2021 journey that took her from the high desert through the South, the Florida Keys and the Carolinas. Carroll's music draws heavily from the classic country and singer-songwriter sounds of the 1960s and '70s, with influences including Patsy Cline, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Willie Nelson and Glen Campbell. In September 2024, she released her first full-length album, We Lost Track of the Stars, recorded at Bandcamp Recording Studio in Bozeman with Montana musicians and Austin producer Scott Davis. Joining Marcedes is singer-songwriter and performer Doc Elliot, whose résumé includes working as a tour manager and bandmate with Jaime Wyatt and the late Kinky Friedman. Elliot released the album The Rowdy Kind in 2019, which includes his recording of “Willin’” featuring Kinky Friedman. Today, Marcedes Carroll & Doc Elliot perform as a duo as well as with a full band, splitting their time between Southwest Montana and Southern California. Their collaboration combines Carroll's soulful, Western-rooted songwriting with Elliot's road-tested musicianship and experience, creating a sound that feels equally at home in a Montana listening room, a songwriter festival or an old-school honky-tonk. Carroll is also working on new material for her next full-length record. For their Musical Miles Podcast episode, there's a particularly interesting story to explore: two artists whose paths through the music business were very different, but who have come together around songs, stories, travel and the tradition of live performance. More About Marcedes Carroll: Website: https://share.google/xZrQD6aZ7MhqWHdK9 Instagram: https://share.google/adutmh3FpgfHwoZTe Facebook: https://share.google/gNQL2tj7PG0RpwSdA Spotify: https://share.google/RIHmHmslL33RxOYUU BandCamp: https://share.google/xXQ5PHDQCH9FSOTBm More about Doc: Instagram: https://share.google/25cbHNhmtnrmQF9P9 Facebook: https://share.google/DVYNSMHStdQTjinj4 Spotify: https://share.google/qCR7s6NGRAeSOr5cS 🎵 In This Episode: • Marcedes Carrol and Doc Elliot interview • Multi Instrumentalists • Grand Mesa Songwriter Festival • Songwriter MORE ABOUT MUSICAL MILES PODCAST: Website: https://share.google/njnmmglKCpu8nX7jn Instagram: https://share.google/PvAJe1qGxIKhYSVZ7 Facebook: https://share.google/OcbFlCHb3fSntAVhX TikTok: https://share.google/ikD2YSj8qEMv3ROY2 Spotify: https://share.google/ooaz1mIUqHoM9CW9z YouTube: https://share.google/7xkaESL50rsQx93Qr SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Contact Byron Duffin musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com 208-690-1426 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: Click the links for more info Our Guitar Sponsor Klos Guitars ~ www.klosguitar.com ROPER ~ Wear The West For Discounts on Boots, Shoes and Western Apparel ClICK THE LINK: https://eroper.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN TIN HAUL ~ 30% DISCOUNTS For our Musical Miles Podcast followers Click the link to shop. https://tinhaul.com/?ref=BYRONDUFFIN FOR PODCAST EPISODE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Contact Byron Duffin 208-690-1426 musicalmilespodcast@gmail.com #marcedescarroll, #docelliot, #multiinstrumentalist , #folkmusic, #klosguitars, #americanamusic, #songwriter, #grandmesasongwriterfest #countrymusic, #musicalmilespodcast, #PodcastInterview, #MusicalMiles, #songwriterinterview, Support the show TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST DONATE HERE: https://patreon.com/MusicalMilesPodcast

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