Dale Martin is an accomplished music columnist and theater production manager in New Braunfels, Texas. He joins Bri to talk about his hilarious journey full of Garth encounters, insane rider requests and bridging genres with his writing over the past four decades.

Find Dale's weekly column at https://herald-zeitung.com/

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Live from the legendary Saxon Pub in Austin, TX, Bri sits with friend and BMI's Executive Director of Creative in Texas, Mitch Ballard. They discuss what BMI is and why it's important, along with the constantly evolving nature of the music business and what BMI is doing to keep up and help artists.

Find more about BMI at https://www.bmi.com

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Texas Country artist Bri Bagwell chats with friend, mentor and famed lead singer of Cross Canadian Ragweed, Cody Canada and his wife/manager Shannon in the bus, covering a wide variety of topics like racial injustice, partying, the metal music scene and shifting priorities after having kids.

Find Cody's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://thedepartedmusic.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell 

Outro music: "Elle" by Cody Canada & The Departed

I talked Kyle into joining me on this side of the camera for this episode and he had a lot to say about streaming and the need for being creative when it comes to releasing music these days.

We thought this would be the perfect episode to announce that we are joining The Bluegrass Situation Podcast Network as their very first Good Country affiliated pod!

Find Kyle's music, tour dates and merchandise at www.kylegarrettmusic.com

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell 
Outro music: "Who's Keeping Score?" by Kyle Garrett

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Finally got to sit down with my friend and partner, Mike Cameron from Devils River Whiskey to talk about all the outstanding philanthropic work he's been doing with his company in addition to making the best whiskey there is right in downtown San Antonio. We recorded this one LIVE from the speakeasy in the distillery!

If you are 21 or older, find Devils River Whiskey at https://devilsriverwhiskey.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

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Finally got to talk with my bestie Courtney Patton before our show together at Saxon Pub in Austin, TX. She even brought me gifts! This episode is full of hilarious Mile 0 stories, memories, ideas and more.

Find Courtney's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://courtneypatton.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Electrostatic" by Courtney Patton

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Scott Sean White is definitely the most prolific songwriter I know. He has become a dear friend over the years and has introduced me to many of my favorite people in the industry. We have a great conversation about songwriting and his new chart topping album. Also Rachel Loy, Melissa Fuller and Kate Bowen are the writers on Cowboy 😜

Find Scott's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.scottseanwhite.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "12 Notes and 26 Letters" by Scott Sean White

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My friend Dustin, aka Sunshine, aka amazing musician, aka also Shane Smith's guitar player and harmonies, joins the pod today to talk about everything he's been up to. He even teaches me how to use a fire extinguisher!

Find Dustin's music, tour dates and merchandise at @dustinschaefermusic on IG and FB

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Wild Nights" by Dustin Schaefer

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After years of being told we should meet, Doc Plumb and I finally get to know each other on today's episode and he's full of incredible ideas to support musicians and some outstanding stories!

Find Doc Plumb and Lonestar Medical at https://www.lonestarmed.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

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My friend Jonny tells us the difference between jail and prison, explains prison jobs and what the other type of house cat is. He also doesn't watch Orange Is The New Black so I learned a lot.

Find Jonny's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.jonnyburke.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Last Time I Get Drunk In This House" by Jonny Burke

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Django is one of my favorite people on earth and we talk about the difference between monk fruit and sugar, along with how hard it is to adopt a dog and his upcoming record!

Find Django's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.djangowalker.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Somewhere In This Town Tonight" by Django Walker

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Andi is one of my central Texas singer favs. She recently made a big life leap and I wanted to talk to her about it and some other stuff like good people, all her musical endeavors & more!

Find Andi's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://andihollemanmusic.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Back To You" by Andi Holleman

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Closing out 2023 with a bang in the new rig, with my best friend, talking about all the best moments from Only Vans this year. Thank you all for an outstanding year one. See ya on the other side!

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Roof Over My Head" by Sarah Hobbs

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Had just the best time talking with my music couples group compadre, Drew Kennedy. Not only does he love west Texas maybe more than me and can carve a turkey like a boss, he writes some of the most beautiful music I've ever heard. RIP Van.

Find Drew's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://drewkennedymusic.com

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "So Far To Go" by Drew Kennedy

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If you don't know about Brio, this episode isn't for you. Kidding! My bestie Rio Tripiano (previously of Copper Chief and The Washers) just put out his first solo album and we talk about how making records is different today than it was a decade ago, and reminisce on many hilarious memories from our youth.

Find Rio's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.riotripiano.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Crystal Bottles" by Rio Tripiano

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Micky de la Motorcars just happened to be hanging around so I talked him into sitting down for a while, and it happened to be the funniest podcast episode yet! We talk about our similar vehicle issues, Hats, schvitz and more.

Find Micky's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://mickyandthemotorcars.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Stranger Tonight" by Micky & The Motorcars

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Ole' Blue Eyes himself, Paul Eason is my guest today! He's my hunny and also in a band called The Wilder Blue. I bet you can guess how this one goes. But if not, you're welcome to tune in and share it with 4-7 friends!

Find The Wilder Blue's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.thewilderblue.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Peanut Butter" by Paul Eason

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Willy ever so kindly invited us into his home on a last minute change up due to the scorching heat of Austin, Texas. We talk about good and bad memories from the past decade, MusicFest and a whole lot more.

Find Reckless Kelly's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://recklesskelly.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Crazy Eddie's Last Hurrah" by Reckless Kelly

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Bo is one of my favorite duet partners and overall people on earth. He's an incredible working musician and smoker master. Today's episode was supposed to be about the art of playing 3-hour gigs, but we didn't really stay on topic...

Find Bo's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.facebook.com/BoBrumbleMusic/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Loose Behavior" by Timber Wilde

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BB² in the van today, talking about singing, cooking and room-mating.

Find Bonnie's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.bonniebishop.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Every Happiness Under The Sun" by Bonnie Bishop

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