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I'M NOT A MUSICIAN with KEVIN GALLOWAY (UNCLE LUCIUS)

Our second live podcast from 8750' Festival in Red River, NM is with someone I've known in passing and respected for many years, but it was a pleasure getting to know Kevin and hear his stories in more detail! We talked about Kevin’s roots, the new Uncle Lucius album, hitting the Austin music scene at a magical time, Texas vs Nashville, touring without a trailer, having awesome kids, Spotify followers vs earning fans, Keep The Wolves Away story and so much more! Find Uncle Lucius's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.yourunclelucius.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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JAMBIDEXTROUS with JONATHAN TERRELL

Finally got to catch up with mi amigo JT in the coolest speakeasy in Gruene, TX (Shoutout Gruene Grove!). He may be the busiest man alive and we talk about recalibrating, artificial streaming and playlists, JT’s latest album and the artwork, the Austin music scene making a comeback, copy/paste and predictable songwriting, authenticity, Japan, being a premium hang, having multiple producers on one record, DJ Vegan Leather and soooo much more! Find Jonathan's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.jonathanterrellmusic.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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I NEED A MINUTE with SUNNY SWEENEY

My biggest inspiration!! Sunny Sweeney is a friend, a cheerleader and a world-renowned talent and I was so excited to finally have her on the podcast up in Red River, NM at 8750' Festival! We cover every from feet finder, bossing, blackmailing Randy Rogers, not being able to be mean in this scene, cutting loose and doing cartwheels, tour van nightmares, backing up the trailer, taking time for yourself, surviving on steroids, foot massager in the van, Sunny’s radio gig, producing your own records, crazy tour routings and sooo much more! Find Sunny's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.sunnysweeney.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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LOW RISK with KEVIN FOWLER

Uncle Kevin! We've been talking about this since before the podcast started over three years ago and FINALLY made it happen! Kevin is a brilliant, talented and hilarious human, as well as a country music legend. We dive right in and cover so many things like real estate, being a grandpa, wearing hats, 4 million + miles on the road, why he uses a straight mic stand, not getting to retire, getting pitched bad songs, staying hip, selling your catalog, overnight successes, the overhead costs of touring, and funny stories from the road. Find Kevin's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.kevinfowler.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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THE RULE OF THREES with ERIC RAINES

Eric Raines is a prominent name in Texas Country music, not only for being one of our favorite radio DJ's, but also an incredible drummer! In this episode we discuss emotional support animals, hearing your own voice, cursing on live radio, Eric’s journey in music, Playing drums for Charlie Daniels, being fashionable, tough interviews, giving everyone a chance, having a heart attack, and so much more! Keep up with Eric by following him on IG at https://www.instagram.com/ericraines12 or listen to him on 95.9 Texas Country! Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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FREE TAMALES with ISAAC JACOB

Isaac is one of my favorite hangs AND singers in the Texas scene and it was great catching up with him on the podcast! We discuss minimalism, playing Gruene Hall, being choosey, the early days and no regrets, getting to New Braunfels early, working with the Yellow Dog team, crowdfunding, vinyl records (shout out Hand Drawn!) and his brand new album “The Brush Country Tapes”. Enjoy! Find Isaac's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.isaacjacobband.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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THE WILLIE DOOR with MATTSON RAINER

Mattson Rainer is a true visionary and cultivator of talent. He's built one of the most recognizable American radio brands in the nation with KNBT in New Braunfels, TX and he's been a champion of me and my musical friends over the years! In this episode we talk about the evolution of New Braunfels, getting into radio, radio voices, meeting the legends, The Willie Door, Roots & Branches history, how to work an interview and soooo many legendary stories! Listen to KNBT from anywhere in the world at https://www.radionb.com/knbt or on the app! Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring the BEST podcast in Texas? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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THE SOLUTION IS VIOLENCE with GRAYCIE YORK

My friend and new neighbor Graycie York joins us on the porch for this episode of the pod! Graycie is an incredible singer, songwriter and performer and now is a full time member of Cross Canadian Ragweed! We get into being star-struck, acid reflux, living alone, joining forces with Cody Canada, forming bonds with women, singing faces, handling insults, building the right team, songwriting accountability, dating felons, supportive parents, skipping college and Graycie's next era! Find Graycie's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.graycieyork.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring the BEST podcast in Texas? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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BUILD A WEE NETWORK with ANDREA MAGEE

Andrea Magee is an Austin, TX transplant that quickly made her mark on the Austin music scene and is cementing herself as an must-see act in the live music capitol of the world. With a unique style and presence, Andrea has a live performance you simply can't afford to miss. In this episode, we get into many things like the drum that she plays (the Boron), the inner clock, men who can dance, She Rises Festival, being conscious of the lyrical content in songs, writing personal songs, how she ended up in the States, learning how to protect yourself, and her all female supergroup, PAACK. Find Andrea's music, tour dates and merch at https://andreamageemusic.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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YOU DON'T KNOW BALL with MICHAEL MOAD

Michael Moad is one of the most loved figures in the Texas music scene as well as the bass player for William Beckmann. We talk about many things in this episode like artist management, surviving the early days, road doggin’ stories, artists supporting artists and loving the business more than it loves you. Enjoy! To stay up to date with Michael, follow him on Instagram at @michaelmoad Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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MUSIC FOR FUN with BRIAN KEANE

Brian is not only one of the nicest humans on planet earth, but also a hit songwriter in Texas, a startup co-founder and a father extraordinaire! We talk about doing music for fun, being Bri’s favorite songwriter, publishing deals, douchey (but important) powerpoints, creating a startup that puts money in artists pocket, financial splits in the music industry, where songs come from and so much more! Learn more about Playola and try out the app today at https://playola.fm/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring the show? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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SHIT RAINBOW with RACHEL LOY

This one has been a loooon time coming! I talk about her more than anyone else (except maybe Paul) on this podcast and you all finally get to know her and love her! Rachel Loy is not only my producer, but one of my closest friends and probably the most talented person I know. She is a mother, musician, producer, startup co-founder and so much more! We talk about colonoscopies and cancer, deciding what to do each morning, buying and eating consciously, production styles, taking career risks, moving to Mexico during Covid, her solo music, why female guitarists are rare, Rachel’s podcast and her new project Playola! Learn more about Playola and try out the app today at https://playola.fm/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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URBAN YODELING with THE WAYMORES

Today's episode features a married duo of country music road warriors! The Waymores are Kira Annalise and Willie Heath Neal and based in Atlanta, GA. We get into highway souvenirs, brain surgery, Ford E-350’s, being married on the road, co-writing, duets and vocal ranges, trying too hard and how to tour in 2026. Their new album "The Knot" is out now! Find The Waymores music, tour dates and merch at https://www.thewaymores.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

HAIRY MEMORIES with RICH O TOOLE

I've known Rich O Toole for over 15 years and the dude has been through a whirlwind in his career. We get real in this conversation, talking about the party days, playing sober, panic attacks and professionalism along with lighter topics like dating yelp reviews, time-piece records, Meta Ads and Rich’s apps! Find Aaron's music, tour dates and merch at https://richotoole.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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CREATIVELY CONSTIPATED with COLT WAYNE KEENEY

My new friend and international man of mystery, Colt Wayne Keeney is today's guest on the pod! We talk about living in Terlingua, New Mexico hype, keeping up with life, building a solo career after band life, crazy adventures and how they inspire songwriting, his awesome music video and so much more! Keep up with Colt on Instagram at @coltwaynemusic Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in advertising on Only vans? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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TROT LINES with AARON BEHRENS

On today's pod I sit down with my new friend Aaron Behren's! He's most known for being half of the Austin based dance rock ground, Ghostland Observatory but he's got a new solo project in the works! We talk about being surrounded by women, creating an image, playing ACL Festival, sustaining a career for 20+ years, release strategies, Austin in the early 2000’s and the legendary Saxon Pub. Find Aaron's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.aaronbehrens.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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FIX YOUR FACE with JOSH WARD

In my final live episode from The MusicFest at Steamboat 2026, I catch up with one of my oldest friends in the biz. Texas Country troubadour and legend, Josh Ward and I talk about being friends for 15 years, touring in a bus, commanding a room, his new record and why it took so long, being home as a full time musician, holding your band to the highest standard and soooo much more. Find Josh's music, tour dates and merch at https://joshwardmusic.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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NACISSISM & INSECURITY with CORY MORROW

A true Texas music legend and good friend, Cory Morrow along with one of the best guitar players I know, John Carroll join me live from the mountain at The MusicFest at Steamboat 2026. We get into driving fast, getting older, The Zone Recording Studio, molding your own sound, the Nashville Sucks era, Cory’s band, writing with Dean Dillon and much more! Find Cory's music, tour dates and merch at https://corymorrow.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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COMFORTABLE BEING UNCOMFORTABLE with SUSAN GIBSON

On episode TWO live from The MusicFest at Steamboat, I got to talk to my new friend, dog lover and hit songwriter, Susan Gibson. We cover a lot of ground talking about publishing checks, songwriting accountability, personal and specific lyrics and even kicking raccoons. Find Susan's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.susangibson.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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RESTING DISGRUNTLED FACE with SHELBY STONE

On our first of four LIVE PODS from The MusicFest at Steamboat, we get to talk with Texas's own rising rockstar, Shelby Stone! We talk about how to sing correctly, the struggles of being a female artist, playing at Billy Bob’s, unique release strategies and the swinging pendulum in the music industry. Find Shelby's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.theshelbystone.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

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