b4Nashville

Buck began his story as a professional motocross racer riding the circuit for over a decade  He received a full ride with the Honda team through the West Coast Super Cross Series in 2009. He placed his riding career on holdto pursue his love and passion for country music.

Past the corn fields and dirt roads of mid state South Carolina, Carter Lybrand found his love for country music through his musically gifted grandparents.  While in Iraq, this defender of freedom became popular among his comrades for his natural singing ability.  Destined to carve out his own musical journey, Carter began pursuing music professionally in 2019.

Chandler Stephens was born with the love of music in her soul.  At a very young age she began singing in church, and her love for music only expanded from there.  

Growing up in Merlin, Ontario, a small Canadian farming community near Chatham, Michelle Wright heard the rhythm & blues and Motown hits coming out of Detroit, just forty-five minutes away. But especially, she heard the strains of country music since her parents were both country performers. "My earliest memories of music are singing in the car or spending the weekend with my father after my parents separated and watching him put on a rhinestone-studded suit to perform in." As a young girl, she tagged along to countless shows. "We were never a family band, but I got a lot of inspiration and encouragement from my mother. That's where my love of country music really began."

The Flat River Band, consisting of three brothers Andy, Chad and Dennijo Sitze, grew up in a multi-generational family band. Performing 

alongside their parents and grandparents, they held residencies at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri and at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge,

Tennessee. Throughout their tenure in music, the Missouri natives have charted #1 hits on the bluegrass gospel charts and have opened for 

The Chicks’ Natalie Maines, Alison Krauss, Ricky Skaggs, Rhonda Vincent, TG Sheppard and more.

One of the chosen few to be born in Alabama, Dew Pendleton is a full time singer songwriter Traveling musician husband & father of five, artist who lives on I-65 between Nashville & the gulf coast. He coin phrased the term #hippieredneckgospelove and lives it, writes it, and sings it like his last time every night on stage. Country Soul & rocknroll on top of 3 chords & the truth. Spreading The gospel of Heartaches & an Old Timey Love.

Yes, music can heal the soul and do great things for people.  Normally we are introducing you to a new artist in hopes you will become a fan.  But tonight is different.

Every day Veterans and First Responders are diagnosed with PTSD. Dealing with an ongoing battle at home doesn't have to happen alone. Service dogs help those that have served us in many ways.

Typically the process to obtain a service dog can take 2-5 years. However, with our revolutionary training, through Top Tier K9, the process in getting an essential service dog to a veteran, or first responder in need, is less than six months.

Nashville recording artist, Joe Michaels, formerly known as Joey Dee is an American Country singer-songwriter.  Joe's brand of country pays tribute to America and the icons of Country Music.  His music touches the heart, paying tribute to America's fallen heroes and veterans with his debut single, 13 Folds 

With over 13 million streams across all platforms, Christie Huff has been featured on some of the major Spotify and Apple Music playlists and was also featured as the cover image for the PopCo Spotify playlist in 2020.  Christie splits her time between LA and Nashville and is active in both performing and writing.

Signed to Fate Entertainment, the newly formed country-rock infused band, Nashvillains, is made up of veteran musicians and writers Troy Johnson, Brett Boyett, and Scott Lindsey.  Nashvillains’ inception stemmed from the seasoned veterans and musicians shared love of country music and rock and roll. Each member has been successful in their own right before coming together to record their debut full-length studio album, due out in 2021. Collectively, they have written and produced music for feature films, television shows, and major artists like The Chicks, Keith Urban, Cassadee Pope, James Taylor, Lauren Alaina, among many more.

Born in Seattle and surrounded by her talented musical family, Minnie Murphy's style was uniquely developed by listening to her mother’s jazz records, her father’s Celtic country style, and her Australian sister, Jamie O’Neal's country-rock hits.  She is a remarkable vocal stylist who truly defies genres and artist comparison.  Minnie was a signed Sony writer at the age of 17, where her musical roots first developed. For over a decade, she has been in Nashville, working as a writer and recording demos. She's currently a staff writer at Evergreen, where she's been represented for the past six years, and where she wrote her upcoming single, "Get Over It" alongside Don Bedell and Trafton Harvey.

Credits:

Logo-Mindy Hart

VO-Jim Fishback and Amanda Madi

Music-Stephen Davis

My guest on this episode is Katie Ondrejicka, known as Katie O, a fifteen year-old classic country/bluegrass singer-songwriter from Jacksonville, Florida. Katie has been performing for the past 4 years all along the east coast.

She has opened for Nashville artists: Linda Davis, Glenn Templeton, Trent Tomlinson, Craig Campbell, Rodney Atkins, and High Valley. She has performed at one of Florida‘s largest music festivals, The Suwannee River Jam, for the past three years. Recently, Katie has been working on a new album that will be released in a few months.

She is the youngest of four children and the only girl. When Katie is not performing, you will most likely find her fishing. She gives her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, the glory for all of her blessings. To keep up with Katie O, you can follow her on all social media platforms @katieomusic.

Nashville recording artist and established songwriter, Sam Cary, is one of Southern California's hottest up and coming musicians. At  20 years old she has already begun to make her mark in the music industry, by playing stages such as Nashville’s iconic Bluebird Cafe and Commodore Grille, as well as receiving radio air time for her original music.

Alannah McCready has mad a lifelong habit out of pouring her heart and soul into every task she puts her mind to.  Join Alannah and myself as we talk about growing up in Minnesota, classical vocal training and hockey?  Yes, she was a championship goalie.  Plus we check out her song, "Something Like That".  

Prior to his 41 million mile trip around the world, I got the opportunity to chat with Santa Claus.  

She hails from Springfield, Missouri.  Chelsey James has a power house voice that will have you on your feet all night.  Check it out as we talk about her growing up in Southwest Missouri and how she got into the industry.

website:  chelseyjamesmusic.com

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Voice over provided by Fish & Amanda Madi

Music written, performed, and produced by Stephen Davis

3 accomplished entertainers and song writers go into a bar....just kidding.  Signed to Fate Entertainment, the newly formed country-rock infused band, Nashvillains, is made up of veteran musicians and writersTroy Johnson, Brett Boyett, and Scott Lindsey.  Nashvillains’ inception stemmed from theseasonedveterans and musicians shared love of country music and rock and roll. Each member has been successful in their own right before coming together to record their debut full-length studio album, due out in 2021. Collectively, they have written and produced music for feature films, television shows, and major artists like The Chicks, Keith Urban, Cassadee Pope, James Taylor, Lauren Alaina, among many more

Scotty Hasting served our country in the US Army.  He was shot several times and survived.  Hear his story about the horrific event and how music became his life.  

Canadian/Nashville based artists Alecia Aichelle has always know that country music was her destined path.  Informed she would never sing again after complications with throat surgery, Alecia illustrated true resilience and fought all odds for a miraculous recovery.  We talk about her fight, her dreams, her music, and pets.  Follow her on all streaming platforms and her social media.  

aleciamusic.com

@b4Nashville

VO done by FISH and Amanda Madi

All podcast music written, produced, and performed by Stephen Davis.  All rights reserved

Tyler Deaver was born and raised in Viroqua, Wisconsin. This is a small rural

community in the beautiful Driftless Region. Most of Tyler’s childhood was spent

hunting and fishing on either of his family farms. Over the years these hobbies

turned into obsession. Since his teenage years, the outdoors have been a way of

life.

Getting her first guitar from her Dad and Step-mom the Christmas after her senior year, opened up a whole new world of song writing for Bree Morgan. Bree played her first full song on the guitar for her dad June 15th, 2013, and will remember her fathers face and tears as one of the many things that will push her for her dreams.

For most artists trying to break in the entertainment industry, authenticity is the ultimate goal. While many artists search for a certain image or brand, rarely an artist will come along who seemingly doesn’t have to try to create this, he just is. Nick Hickman is such an artist. A modern country act hailing from Knoxville, TN, this now-Nashville-based singer-songwriter doesn’t try to mimic anything out there, and instead delivers a high-energy, genuine performance tempering a passionate show with heartfelt and genuine lyrics that are insanely catchy and singable. “What you see is what you get,” Hickman says. “I do not edit myself, I do not censor myself. I am just me.” It is exactly this unapologetic and real personality that draws so many to Nick’s music.

In this episode I talk to up and coming sister duo Presley & Taylor.  I re-connected with the duo after seeing them several years ago and just watching their growth personally and professionally has been a joy.  We talk about how it is to be a female duo in Country music today and how they got started.  Their relationship with mentor and Country star, Pam Tillis.  Listen to them on all streaming platforms.

@presleyandtaylor

#podcastlife #indiecountryartist #countrymusic #countrylife #everybodyseesit

I do not own the rights to the songs in the podcast.  They are used with artists permission.  All rights reserved.

Podcast VO provided by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed, and produced by Stephen Davis. All rights reserved

In this episode, I talk with Kirstie Kraus.  Her latest single Thirsty is amazing and her writing is off the charts.  She just let's her music do the talking and what a great interview.  We talked about her early years, getting into Country Music, co-hosting another music related podcast, and more.  Give her a listen on all streaming platforms.  

@kristiekraus

#b4Nashville #thristies #independentcountry artists

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Podcast VO by Fish

Podcast music written, performed, and produced by Stephen Davis.  All rights reserved

Kicking off Season 2 of b4Nashville.  What happens when you take a real estate agent with a lot of energy, put him in front of camera for a docuseries, and give him a studio to record his own music.  You get Dave Herrera.  Dave and I talked about his career choice as a real estate agent, how he got into music, his dreams of becoming the next big thing, his docuseries "Welcome to the Shit Show, Groupies wanted" which can be watched on YouTube, his first time visiting Nashville and the song he wrote about it.  If you have never been to Nashville, this song will make you want to go.  You can find it on all streaming services. Make sure to subscribe to b4Nashville so you can get the latest episodes at your finger tips

IG:  @daveherreralive

FB:  facebook.com/DaveHerreraMusic

www.daveherreralive.com

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VO provided by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis.  All Rights Reserved

At 17, up and coming Country artist, Kylie Trout, has had her share of heart ache.  She and I discuss family relationships, school dances, her video and her single, "Extra".  Make sure to follow Kylie on social media and check out her music on all streaming platforms.  Catch the podcast where ever you get your faves from.  

@kylietrout

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@b4Nashville

#kylietrout #country #music #countrymusic #popmusic #countrypopmusic #extra #calicountry #podcast #podcastlife #independent #independentcountrymusic #indiecountry #indiecountrymusic #indiecountryartist #artist

Podcast VO provided by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed, and produced by Stephen Davis.  All rights reserved

They go through life together, one looking up to the other, then they become business partners in a sense.  A father and son are often a great combination.  I spoke with Alan and Chris Kave, a father and son duo that call themselves, FolksLikeThem.  Their music is a relaxing and fantastic blend of Country, Bluegrass, Americana and Rock.  We talked about the beginning, the father teaching his son, the songs they write together, and a few funny moments in their lives.  We feature their song "Fog on the Mountain" and talk about what it means to them.  Follow their music on all streaming platforms, follow their journey on all social media and become a fan of their great music.

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@FolksLikeThem

@b4Nashville

#country #music #countrymusic #b4Nashville #Nashville #bluegrass #bluegrassmusic #americana #americanamusic

#operationtriage #freedomjam2021

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VO provided by Fish

Intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis.  All rights reserved

In the latest episode, I talk with rising country artist, Lyssa Coulter.  We talked about moving to Nashville, her music, her artist development company, Cloud 9 development, and Freedom Jam 2021.  She will be one of the artists performing at this great event.  Be sure to follow her on all social media and listen to her music on all streaming platforms.  

lyssacoulter.com  

cloud9development.com

IG:  @lyssacoulter

IG:  @cloud9development

IG:  @FreedomJamStl

Get tickets for Freedom Jam at Eventbrite.com

"Cruisin" used with artist permission

Podcast voice over provided by Fish

Podcast music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis

This the first of two Christmas episodes.  I talk with Ana Cristina Cash about life in Florida, California, and Tennessee. We talked about her meeting John Carter Cash, her husband, and putting music to words by the late Johnny Cash.  We talked about Christmas music, trees, snow and forgetting our passwords to social media.  I also play her latest Christmas single, Mele Kamikilaka, which is available on streaming platforms.  You can also purchase her Christmas album from her website.

anacristinacash.com

socials:  @anacristinacash

#b4Nashville

#cashcabinstudios

#snow

#countrychristmas

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Intro voice provided by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis

Spent some time catching with my buddy, Jacob Bryant, in this episode.  We talk about family bands, small stages and "frag heads".   Plus, I get to premiere his new song!

Growing up in the rural North Georgia mountains down a three mile dirt road, Jacob Bryant picked up his first guitar at eight years old. He was influenced by the Bluegrass music his family played and later the southern rock and traditional country music he discovered. 

Music used with artist permission

Intro voice over provided by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis

This episode I get to talk to a dear family friend, Jessie Ritter.  We talk about family, her dad, and her latest single, Home.  At the publishing of this episode, the show Jessie had scheduled for December 4th in Cape Girardeau has been cancelled.  Keep an eye out on her social media pages for any updates.  She has also been added to the artists line up for Freedom Jam 2021 in St. Louis, MO.  Tickets for the August 28th show are now available on Eventbrite.com

You can watch the "Home" video on Youtube.com but make sure your have Kleenex in hand.

jessieritter.com

operationtriage.org

#home

#b4nashville

#freedomjam2021

#independantcountryartist

Another episode is ready to go and this time I talk with Jacob Lutz.  Jacob and I talk about writing, moving to Nashville, Nashville Hot Chicken and Instagram woes.  Check it out and leave a review. 

jacoblutz.com

gogotuners.com

@jacoblutz

@b4Nashville

@gogotuners

@50egg

#lonelyheart

#independentcountryartist

#countrymusic

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Intro voiced by Fish

Intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis

In the latest episode, I talk with October Rose.  Philly meets New Jersey and the rest is music to your ears.  We talk about the early years, song writing and of course Whiskey Cold.  Be sure to give us a 5 star rating and leave a review if you are listening via Apple Podcasts

www.octoberrosemusic.com

www.facebook.com/octoberrose

www.facebook.com/b4Nashville

www.facebook.com/Freedom Jam 2021

www.operationtriage.org

www.gogotuners.com

Podcast intro voiced by Fish

Podcast intro music written, performed and produced by Stephen Davis 

This episode I speak with a new artist that will absolutely touch you with his song.  Jon Mullins, you may know his name if you are are a voice fan.  We talked about growing up, meeting the love of his life, dealing with the unimaginable and the Voice.  Please share this one with every one you know.  

This time around, I talk with Courtney Dickinson.  We chatted about music, life and the trials of country music during the pandemic.

On this episode, I chat with country music new comer, Jared MacLane about sports, music and truck huntin!

I am back with another episode of b4Nashville.  Been a little busy the bast couple of weeks, but back at it with Bree Morgan.  She and I discuss her formative years with regards to music, multi-instrumental talents, and my new forehead tattoo.  Share it with you friends.  

I travel (virtually) to New England to talk wine, buckboard wagons, awards and music with Annie Brobst.

In this episode, I talk with Jillian Bryant.  A young lady with hopes, dreams, and a plan.  We talk about music, school, rodeos and more. 

In this episode I talk to Mark Perkins of Mark Perkins and the Outskirts.  We talk about music, his military service and more.  

I talk to upcoming country artist, Dariann Leigh.  She currently has the #49 song on the MusicRow Country Breakout chart.  We talked music, weather, Nashville and I did not do my Wisconsin accent!  Check it out and download where ever you get your podcast. 

I spoke with Carly Rogers, up and coming country artist.  We talk about her music, her life and her take on Nashville. 

This week, I talk to Mackey Roberts.  One of the artists appearing at Freedom Jam 2020.  We talk about his move to Nashville, his music and more.  Even have his single "Tell Me That's Not Country" for you to listen to.  

In the latest episode of b4Nashville, I talk to rising country aritist, Sarah Faith, about her move from Michigan to Nashville, her life, influences and music. 

I chat with Country music artists Lindsay Bowman and Payton Howie.

@linsayleigh @paytonhowiemusic