On Episode 171, we are joined by the one and only Josh Terry! This is Josh's 2nd full episode on OTR since we first met back in 2020. We share what our initial impressions were of each other and how we became good buddies, the importance of staying true to yourself, Josh's passion for taboo topics such as mental health, and his latest chapter going back and forth online with Cody Wolfe. Josh also shares some great stories about his daughter, Gracie and his mischievous Basset Hound, Woodrow! We also hear about what Josh has coming up for his live in town events and podcast studio! Be sure to check out The Josh Terry Podcast wherever you enjoy your podcasts!  Follow on Social Media: Josh Terry (Guest): @jlterry87 Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 170 we're joined by one of our favorite up and comers, Cole Goodwin. Cole is one of the latest products of the great region of South Georgia playing a lot in the Statesboro scene. He recently started making trips to Nashville and has had a huge buzz around him. Cole shares the story of how he got his start, the values that his family has instilled in him, why Georgia Southern is a hot bed of country music talent, touring with Zach Top and of course the new music that he's got coming out!  Follow on Social Media: Cole Goodwin (Guest): @colegoodwinmusic Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 169 we're joined by longtime friend and fellow podcaster, Markus Koger who hosts The Smoking Section Podcast, Country Line TV and works as the Entertainment Manager at 6th and Peabody in Nashville! In this conversation, we share our experiences in Nashville and the music industry, our early days in the city, the 1st connections we made, and the growth we've both experienced since. Marcus shares his journey from working in radio to hosting a podcast and a TV show, reflects on his humble beginnings and the challenges he faced along the way. We also explore the everchanging landscape of the country music industry, the acceptance of diversity in the genre and, the evolution of sub-genres growing within the mainstream. By far our longest episode to date, sit back and enjoy this one!  Follow on Social Media: Markus Koger (Guest): @Markuskoger | @smokingsectionpodcast | @countrylinetv Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 168 we're joined by Grace Tyler, one of our favorite up and comers in the scene! Grace tells us about growing up in Texas, her move to Nashville to attend Belmont, and her journey to doing music full time.We also chat about Grace's live show and why it's one of her favorite things to do, the unpredictablity of Nashville weather, why Raised Rowdy needs to attend the Texas State Fair, the time her and her dad caught a deer stand on fire and of course her latest song 'Texas Hold Em'!  Follow on Social Media: Grace Tyler (Guest): @grace.tyler Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On episode 167 we are joined by a true Nashville legend, Sean 'Big Daddy' Porter the founder and CEO of Daddy's Dogs! Sean shares his experiences of being on the road during The Warped Tour Era, how Daddy's Dogs came to be as a 'HighDea', when we think Tennessee become a legal state and daily challenges that go into running a business like Daddy's Dogs! Sean also shares the details on how his business is expanding, why he likes hiring employees who have been on tour and how he still sees Nashville as the land of opportunity!  Follow on Social Media: Sean 'Big Daddy' Porter(Guest): @bigdaddysays / @daddysdogsnash Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 166 we're joined by AUSTIN a longtime friend of the program and an OG from our early days of writer's rounds at Live Oak! Austin fills us on how life has been as a solo act since the end of his time in the duo SixForty1, how he's enjoying his new publishing deal with Round Hill Music, finding the woman of his dreams and the new music that is on the way!  Follow on Social Media: Austin (Guest): @itsaustinmusic Matt Burrill (Host) @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast) @outsidetheround  Raised Rowdy (Network) @raisedrowdy

On Episode 165 we are joined by Anas Kestay and Rene Castro of Elusive Studio, an award winning barber shop in the Nashville area.The guys discuss their journey in the barbering industry, the challenges they faced, and their unique approach to the craft. They also touch on the diverse culture and personalities in their shop, the importance of communication and teamwork, and their plans for the future. We also learn the importance of making the barber shop experience more than just a haircut!  Follow on Social Media: Anas Kestay (Guest): @anas_kestay / @elusivestudio Rene Castro (Guest): @90nineblends Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 164 I got to sit down with a longtime friend and former guest of the show, Royale Lynn! Royale was one of our first guests back in 2019, she's an incredible friend, human and artist. She catches us up on what has been a wild 5 years for her, the pivot and transformation going from Country to Hard Rock and the excitment of what's to come! Royale also shares how she's found it best to use social media, her experiences gigging on Lower Broadway and how important her fans are to her!  Follow on Social Media: Royale Lynn: (Guest) @royalelynnmusic Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Visit raisedrowdy.com for more info!

On episode 163 we are joined by Stuart Deming, the founder of XPLR.NASH, a content creation brand focused on showcasing the city of Nashville and Middle Tennessee as a whole. We discuss Stuart's background in tourism and hospitality, the growth of Nashville as one of THE popular destinations worldwide, and the unique storytelling approach of XPLRNASH. Stuart also shares his vision of building a brand that connects the community, and his plans for future projects and events. We also hit heavier topics such as homelessness in Nashville, the need for improved transportation infrastructure, and the challenges the city of Nashville faces as a whole. Of course we also mention the booming food scene in Nashville, highlighting our favorite pizza places, bagel shops, and diners. Stuart shares his passion for creating memorable experiences for people and his plans for future events and trips! Follow on Social Media: Stuart Deming: (Guest) @xplr.nash / @stuartdeming Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Visit raisedrowdy.com for more info!

In this conversation, Chase Bryant and I discuss his journey in the music industry, experiences on the road, and the ever changing landscape of country music. We touch on topics such as the challenges of being a young artist, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of radio tours. Chase also shares his thoughts on the current state of country music and the need to focus on what you love rather than criticizing what you don't. CHase and I discuss various topics related to country music and the music industry as a whole. We talk about our favorite artists and songs, the evolving country music genre, the importance of songwriting, and the process of creating music. Chase shares his experiences and insights as a musician and reflects on his growth as an artist. Chase also shares the story of his latest project, 'Ashland City,' and the inspiration behind it. Follow on Social Media: Chase Bryant: (Guest) @iamchasebryant Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Visit raisedrowdy.com for more info!

On this episode of OTR we’re joined by Sawyer Hannay, founder of Country Liberty! Sawyer shares his journey from playing hockey to starting his own business. He also talks about his experience on Dragon's Den, the Canadian version of Shark Tank, and how it helped elevate his brand, the differences between Canada and the US and highlights the thriving Canadian country music scene and the festival culture in both countries. We also discuss our experiences in Nashville and the music industry, Nashville being a hockey town, goals for Country Liberty and Sawyer’s podcast The Sawyer Hannay Show! Follow on Social Media:  Sawyer Hannay: (Guest) @sawyerhannay & @CountryLiberty Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Visit raisedrowdy.com for more info!

On Episode 160 Matt is joined by Eddie Eberle, frontman of Eddie and the Getaway. Eddie shares the story of his music career and getting to Nashville, the fun of touring with Pecos & the Rooftops and Giovannie and the Hired Guns, and the influence of the Nashville and Texas music scenes on his artistry. He also shares insights into songwriting, band dynamics, and the transformative power of music. Hear Eddie's take on blending genres in modern country music, his experiences with social media platforms like TikTok, and his excitement for upcoming tours and releases.  Follow on Social Media:  Eddie Eberle: (Guest) @eddieandthegetaway Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Visit raisedrowdy.com for more info!

On this week's episode we sit down with Phin and Gus Johnson, the talented brothers that make up the duo Low Gap. From their roots in Ohio's music scene to growing up in Amish country, the Johnson brothers share insights into their journey and the strong work ethic instilled by their upbringing. They also share how to network in Nashville at a young age, navigating the challenges of balancing music and school, the vibrant culture of Ohio and the significance of VFWs and American Legions in the music industry. We also talk about the rise in the Appalachian Culture becoming more at the forefront in the Country world. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the podcast, also check out Low Gap's new single "Eldora' available everywhere!  Follow On Social Media: Low Gap (Guests): @low_gap Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

In Episode 158 of Matt has a wild conversation with one of Nashville's rising stars, David J! David shares his story of starting music at a young age, the details behind his new EP, 'Commitment Issues',  growing up in Upstate New York, TikTok tactics, his bending of genres and the different classifications of the "DM Slide' Check out David J's new EP and give the podcast a rating and follow!  Follow on Social Media: David J (Guest): @DavidJ Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On Episode 157 of Outside The Round we are joined by Nashville Comedian Matt Taylor ! Matt shares his story of going from social work to the world of comedy, touring life and what opening for Rodney Carrington has been like, plus an inside look on the Nashville Comedy Scene! Burrill also shares some bouncing stories from downtown, Matt tells us about the time he got bounced from a bar in Murfeesboro and discuss the aftermath of the Nashville bombing and Covid-19 Pandemic. Be sure to rate and follow the podcast! Follow on Social Media: Matt Taylor (Guest): @matttaylorcomedy Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

On this week's episode we're joined by longtime music veteran DJ Cliffy D! A man who has been a staple in the Country Rap/Hick Hop World  and the entertainment scene in Nashville as a Producer, DJ and Emcee for over 20 years! Cliffy shares his thoughts on the growth of Nashville, his time on the road with Jelly Roll, the gigs that he has built for himself at clubs all over the country, the 2024 Tailgate n Tallboys Festival Series and what he has coming musically this year! Y'all be sure to rate and subscribe to the podcast!  Follow on Social Media: DJ Cliffy D (Guest): @djcliffyd Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

We're back with an all new Outside The Round! We're joined by longtime friend of the family, Corey Kent! Corey has had a wild past couple of years since we first met and has seen some major success in the country music world! We talk about how his life has changed, what 'Wild As Her' did for his career, being a dad and husband, coming from the Oklahoma Scene, folks that he's listening too and sees on the come-up, what he's learned thru his career, playing big rooms with Parker McCollum and Jason Aldean and of course what he's got cooking for 2024! Be sure to rate and subscribe to the podcast!    Follow on Social Media: Corey Kent (Guest): @coreykent Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

Welcome to Outside The Round Episode 154 with Alabama native Ryan Waters. In this episode, we explore Ryan's journey from hitting rock bottom to finding success, touching on the viral moment of his 'Chasing Cars' cover and spotlighting the notable team supporting him, including the Madden Brothers from Good Charlotte. Ryan shares insights into the wild year he's just wrapped up and gives us a sneak peek into what's in store for him in 2024. Don't miss this candid and captivating conversation offering a glimpse into the rollercoaster ride of Ryan Waters' life and music career! Follow on Socials:  @ryanwatersband @mattburrilll @outsidetheround @raisedrowdy

Welcome to Outside The Round Episode 153, where we dive into the country vibes with the remarkable Ashley Anne, a rising star at just 19 years old, hailing from Virginia Beach. We explore Ashley's journey, from her roots at Belmont to navigating Nashville at a young age. In this episode, Ashley shares her recent quest for authenticity, reflecting on her personal and musicalal growth over the last year. Get the inside scoop on Ashley's latest releases and a sneak peek into the exciting plans she has in store for 2024. Don't miss this conversation with Ashley Anne, offering a glimpse into the promising future of a young talent making waves in the country music scene! For more on Ashley Anne check her out on all streaming platforms!  Follow on socials: @ashleyannemusic @mattburrilll @outsidetheround @raisedrowdy

Welcome to Outside The Round Episode 152 featuring Canadian country artist Alli Walker. In this episode, Alli shares insights into her multifaceted career, from hosting a new car restoration TV show to the viral success of "The Whiskey's Gone." She delves into the story behind her latest release, 'Hung Up,' and reflects on her journey from small-town Prince Edward Island in Canada to pursuing music, inspired by her husband's encouragement. Alli also discusses the O-1 Visa process and offers a glimpse into her plans for 2024. Tune in for a compact yet vibrant conversation with Alli Walker on the rise in the country music scene! Follow on Social Media: @alliwalkermusic @outsidetheround  @mattburrilll @raisedrowdy