Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill

Drayton Farley: Heavy Duty Heart, Blue Collar Roots & Opening for Willie Nelson

On Episode 315 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with longtime Raised Rowdy family member Drayton Farley for a deep dive into his journey from working 60-hour weeks on the Mercedes-Benz assembly line in Alabama to building a career as one of the most authentic singer-songwriters in country and Americana music. Drayton talks about writing songs like “Blue Collar,” “Pitchin’ Fits” and “American Dream,” the viral moments that changed his life, betting on himself as an independent artist

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Joe Bryson: Kitchen Sink Country, Louisiana Roots & The Power of Yes

On Episode 314 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising artist Joe Bryson to talk about his Louisiana roots, his self-described “Kitchen Sink Country” sound and the journey that brought him to Nashville. Joe shares how he started performing as a kid, his early days playing in bands around Louisiana and how influences ranging from Soundgarden to Eric Church helped shape his sound and high-energy live show. Joe also opens up about surviving cancer at a young age and how the experie

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Big Mo: Country Rap, Truck Shows & Finding His Home in Nashville

On Episode 313 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising artist Big Mo to talk about his unique lane blending hip-hop with Southern and country culture. Mo shares his story of growing up primarily in Augusta, Georgia, navigating some tough years early in life, and how his music unexpectedly took off after a song exploded online. The guys dive into Mo's move to Nashville, the community he's found in Music City, and the relationships he's built with artists like Treaty Oak Revival,

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Jay Webb: Faith, Family & Building Country Music's Next Outlaw Movement

On Episode 312 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with one of country music's fastest-rising independent artists, Jay Webb. From growing up in Alabama and overcoming a difficult childhood to building a loyal fanbase without a record label, Jay shares the story behind one of the most authentic careers in country music today. The two dive into Jay's breakout live shows, his faith, the inspiration behind songs like "Broken," and how artists like Johnny Cash, Kid Rock, Jelly Roll, and Bran

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Jaid Joice: Wisconsin Roots, Big Dreams & The Voice Nashville Needs to Hear

On Episode 311 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with one of Nashville's fastest-rising independent artists, Jaid Joice. From growing up playing bars in Wisconsin to building a loyal online following and preparing to release her debut record, Jaid shares the journey that's been years in the making. The conversation dives into her early mentorship from legendary songwriter Josh Thompson, finding her sound through artists like Led Zeppelin, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Chris Stapleton, and the

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Brantley Gilbert: Sins of the Father, 20 Years of BG Nation & Doing It His Way

On Episode 310 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with longtime hero and country rock powerhouse Brantley Gilbert for one of his most in-depth conversations yet. From the release of his highly anticipated album Sins of the Father to two decades of building BG Nation, Brantley opens up about the music, the mission, and the moments that have defined his career. The conversation dives into the creative freedom that came with his move to BMG, reuniting with longtime collaborators like Broc

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Gracee Shriver: Oklahoma Roots, Pretty Psycho & Why Country Music Needed Fun Again

On Episode 309 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill catches up with Oklahoma native Gracee Shriver to talk about her new EP Pretty Psycho, the viral success of "Missed the Boat," and her journey from The Voice to becoming one of country music's rising stars in Nashville. Gracee shares stories from growing up in Oklahoma, competing on The Voice with Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton, moving to Nashville at 17, and finding her place alongside a new generation of female country artists. The two also d

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Passengers Unknown: East Texas Rock, Girls With Tattoos & Building the Next Great Rock Band

On Episode 308 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with all five members of East Texas rock band Passengers Unknown—Alex, Matthew, Keaton, Joby, and Braden—to talk about the band's journey from a hometown music venue in Carthage, Texas to becoming one of the fastest-rising acts in the Texas Rock Scene. The band shares how they came together through family, friendship, and a shared love of music, why they never set out to fit into a specific genre, and how blending grunge, Southern rock,

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Mack Geiger: Australia's Rising Country Star on Walk a Straight Line, Texas Honky Tonks & Traditional Country

On Episode 307 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Australian country artist Mack Geiger during his first trip to the United States. Fresh off the release of his debut EP Walk a Straight Line, Mack shares how growing up on a cattle farm shaped his songwriting, the story behind his breakout hit "String By," and why traditional country music continues to inspire everything he creates. The two also discuss Mack's first U.S. headline tour, selling out legendary venues across Texas and

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Bellah Mae: From London to Nashville, Keep It Peachy & Her First U.S. Tour

On Episode 306 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with UK country artist Bellah Mae to talk about her move from London to Nashville, her new EP Keep It Peachy, and her first-ever U.S. tour alongside Ashley Kutcher. Bellah shares the story behind leaving England to chase her dream in Music City, how a message from Dolly Parton's longtime manager helped kickstart her career, and why Nashville has always felt like home. The conversation also dives into the inspiration behind Keep It Peach

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Fox N' Vead: Playing The Game

On Episode 305 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with all four members of Fox N’ Vead — Christian, Logan, Ashton, and Landon — for a deep dive into the band's journey and their brand-new album, Playing The Game. The guys discuss how a group of Carolina musicians with backgrounds in country, punk, alternative rock, and blues came together to create one of the most exciting sounds in the country rock scene today. The conversation explores the evolution of Fox N’ Vead from cover band day

Country Minute: James & Laura Shotwell

On Episode 304 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with James and Laura of Country Minute to talk about building one of country music’s fastest-growing fan communities. From their backgrounds in radio, alternative music, and music promotion to becoming trusted voices in the country music space, the duo shares how Country Minute came to life and why authenticity has been the key to their success. The conversation dives into covering artists from a true fan perspective, the power of count

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Thomas Edwards: East Tennessee Roots, 'High Times' & Nashville Dreams

On Episode 303 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with East Tennessee native Thomas Edwards. From playing SEC football at the University of Tennessee to working at Tractor Supply and eventually landing a record deal with Warner Music Nashville, Thomas shares the unlikely journey that brought him to Music City. The conversation dives into his upcoming EP High Times, recorded at the legendary FAME Recording Studios, the inspiration behind the project, and why he wanted to capture real, h

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Koe Wetzel: The Night Champion, 10 Years of Texas Rock & Fatherhood

On Episode 302 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Koe Wetzel to talk about his new album The Night Champion, life as a new father, and the wild journey from playing empty bars across Texas to headlining arenas, international tours, and the Houston Rodeo. Koe reflects on coming up alongside artists like Parker McCollum, Muscadine Bloodline, and Reed Southall, building the Texas rock movement, and helping develop the next generation through Floating Leaf. He also dives into the maki

Elizabeth Nichols: From Law School to Viral Country Songs, Paul Revere & Festival Season

On Episode 301 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Elizabeth Nichols. From leaving law school at Belmont University to becoming one of the most unique voices in country music, Elizabeth shares the journey behind her viral rise and songwriting style. The conversation dives into growing up in Kentucky and living in Oklahoma, her love for witty storytelling inspired by artists like Kacey Musgraves and Zach Bryan, and how songs like “Sweet Cigarette,” “Tough Love,

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Julia Cole: Heartbreak, Sisterhood Country & the Stories Behind Love You To Death

On Episode 300 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with longtime friend Julia Cole to celebrate the release of her new album Love You To Death. Julia opens up about her journey as an independent artist, building the “Cole Team” fan community, and creating what she calls “Sisterhood Country” , music rooted in heartbreak, healing, strength, and loyalty. The conversation dives into standout songs like “Day Late & A Buck Short,” “Treat Me Like Dirt,” and “Daddy Daughter Dance,” plus the rea

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Cooper Ledford: South Carolina Roots, Kameron Marlowe Tour & Finding His Sound

On Episode 299 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising South Carolina artist Cooper Ledford. Fresh off his first tour opening for Kameron Marlowe, Cooper shares how posting a cappella covers on TikTok helped launch his career and led to sold out shows across the Midwest. The conversation dives into growing up with a preacher father in South Carolina, football injuries that pushed him toward music, and falling in love with songwriting through artists like Eric Church, George Jone

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Kenny Whitmire: “Gave Her the Moon,” Viral Moment & Real Country Revival

In Episode 298 of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with Kenny Whitmire to talk about his breakout moment with “Gave Her the Moon,” the song that quickly changed everything and put him on the map. Kenny shares how posting the song online led to a viral moment after Charlie Puth shared his video, opening the floodgates and bringing major attention to his music overnight. He reflects on his journey from a quiet kid playing rounds at Live Oak to finding his voice as an artist rooted in

Averie Bielski: From TikTok Breakthrough to Publishing Deal & Finding Her Voice

On Episode 297 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Georgia native Averie Bielski. From writing songs at nine years old to moving to Nashville at just 18, Averie shares her journey of chasing a publishing deal, building a fanbase on TikTok, and finding her place in the songwriting world. She opens up about how a viral moment and a missed email nearly changed everything, ultimately leading to her deal with Sony. Averie dives into the grind of writing every day, growing through co-wri

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Kameron Marlowe: Touring The World, Married Life and What's Next!

On Episode 296 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill catches up with Kameron Marlowe nearly six years after their first sit-down. Now newly married and stepping into a new chapter of life, Kameron reflects on the journey from early Nashville days to touring the world and making music full-time. He talks about life on the road, playing 100+ shows a year, touring Europe, and sharing stages with Brooks & Dunn, Morgan Wallen, and Riley Green while balancing life at home. Kameron also dives into his son