As we continue or respective quarantines across this great land, The Co-Write was happy to be joined by our great friend, Drew Kennedy. This episode covers you basic Covid-19 talk and an update on each others quarantine status. (Off the top) Diamond records all time. (8:15) As a streaming concert veteran, Drew gives his take on the future of streaming live music. (14:50). The music world lost a major influence with the death of John Prine. The guys talk about their favorite Prine songs, and try to size up the impact he had on the music world. (43:24)
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Greetings all you quarantiners and happy whatever number day this is for you.
The Co-Write has settled in to our respective quarantine locations, and we are primed to bring you the best of seclusion entertainment.
Our first Google Hangout guest is non other than our best buddy, John Baumann.
This week the trio discuss ...
The Panhandlers first streaming concert - (5:30)
John's first impressions of streaming - (12:00)
The history of The Panhandlers (14:00)
The future is here, and it is streaming - (25:00)
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Well folks, here we are. As we enter into this unknown period of self distancing and quarantining, The Co-Write plans to bring you as much content as we can.
Currently, we are trekking our way from Jersey back to Texas where the Duncans plan to isolate themselves among loved ones. Follow along during our journey across this great country. Stay say. Stay smart. Let's get through this together.
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Here comes Part 2 of our insightful interview with the great Kelly Dearmore.
(2:45) A weekend update
(7:30) Texas comes to NYC
(10:30) Donovan is blown away by the Eagles live in Dallas
(22:50) Kelly Dearmore Part 2
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Oh happy day, The Co-Write is back! This week we bring you part 1 of our sit down with music writing legend (used loosely), Kelly Dearmore.
Kelly has been a staple on the the north Texas writing cultural scene, and his pieces have been published by the likes of the Dallas Morning News, Dallas Observer, and many many more.
(6:00) - Topo Chico Cowboys
(12:15) - Voices that Do Something for You
(20:45) - Taylor Swift Documentary
(25:00) - Heading Back Home
(28:40) - Kelly Dearmore Interview
To say we had fun on this one would be an understatement. This week we are joined by John Baumann. An instant friend to The Co-Write. John is the type of guy who fits well into any situation. We talk a little about a lot. Including, the writing process, the grind, what it was like to have Kenny Chesney cut a song & a bit of rapid fire. Don't let the awkward start draw you offsides, this was an extremely good time caught on tape!
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The Co-Write is back this week with a fun filled episode that truly runs the gamut.
We talk about a group of hip-hop artists who have lent their expertise to the Supreme Court of the United States in a case against a rapper and free speech.
R Kelly had a pretty bad week.
The documentary, "Leaving Neverland", made it's much anticipated debut on HBO.
Amazon, Google and some other music streaming services have challenged a new royalty rate increase of 44% by the copy write review board. One notable exception from the challenge is Apple Music.
T-Pain shows some serious pipes on Fox's The Masked Singer.
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The Co-Write is here again! This week we talk about how getting high in a vacant home could lead to an encounter with Earth's most majestic killer.
We also have a full rundown of the 2019 Grammy Awards. Including a break down of the winner, the Dolly Parton Tribute, and did I sense a bit of forced activism this year?
Our final story is a bit of a nut kick for your humble hosts. The New York Times released a report this week chronicling a cycle of psychological abuse against women by Ryan Adams. We discuss what this means for the singer, the most alarming accusations in the story and how society handles accusations in this day and age.
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A day late, but not a dollar short ... The Co-Write is back! This week we have a rather fun conversation with Erick Willis. Erick is one of the most pure singers we've ever come across, and we've wanted to have him on the podcast for quite some time. Aside from giving away he ingenious idea for an app, Erick tells us the story of ho he ended up being a formidable force in Texas music. In true Co-Write form, we offer our opinions of some hot topics like Cody Johnson, Dalton Domino & Evan Felker.
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Hello, 2019!
The Co-Write is back for another year.
On this episode, we sit down with the great Adam Hood. We've been itching to have Adam on for a while, and we were so glad it finally worked out! On this marathon episode (we always wanted this one to be a long one), we talk about Adam's start in music, his integration into the Texas scene, his work in Nashville & and quite a bit more.
Be sure to split this one up over a few commutes. You don't want to miss any of it.
Also on this episode ....
Pat Green celebrates 20 years since the recording of Live at Billy Bob's Texas
Parker McCollum's tweet of the week.
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It's the first podcast in two months, and the final one of 2018! We wrap the year up with topics ranging from Grammy award noms, Rock and Roll HOF inductees, Kemp vs Rogers, Springsteen on Broadway & some favorite records from the year that is leaving us.
More to come in 2019! Thanks for another great year!
WE ARE BACK! Sorry for the delay, friends, but we are back at it with a fun filled hour of things you probably don't need to care about, but will when it's all said and done.
This week's fun includes some baby news from the Duncan clan; Fort Worth adds two more of it's artist's to the growing list of The Voice alumni; A discussion about how Taylor Swift and Willie Nelson have the audacity to openly hate America, and how it slipped by so many country fans for so long; Donovan takes a look at his most favorite annual list, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees; Donovan gives a review of the new film, "A Star is Born".
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The Co-Write is back this week with some tidbits we thought you might find interesting. Production on a new record began last week. A Co-Write alum is up for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. The Music Modernization Act survived a 12th hour assault from SESAC and their parent company Blackstone Group. Texas Live opened in Arlington, and Bobby was there to check it out. Also, some great new music has been released these last couple of weeks, and the boys hit on the newest effort from William Clark Green.
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Well folks, the delay has been long. For that, I am sorry. This week we bring you part two of our discussion with Brad Beheler about some of the singer/songwriter's we have loved over the years who have left scene. Hope you enjoy it!
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A few weeks ago, Donovan had the idea of sitting down and going over some of the great Texas music artists whom decided to chase a different path in life. There have been many over the years. It only made sense to bring along the encyclopedia of Texas music, Brad Beheler, for the ride. This week on the podcast, we bring you part 1 of that conversation. The boys discuss some of their favorite artists from the early days of the scene. Brad also gives a review of the Eagles and Chris Stapleton concert the night before.
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This week on the podcast Bobby and Donovan remember the greatness that was Anthony Bourdain. They discuss the sincere outpouring of grief that seemed to grip so many across the country. Bobby recommends a new book, "God Bless Texas - An Intimate Journey Through the Lone Star State". The director of the Texas Music Office drops in for a discussion on his office, what he sees for the future of the Texas music scene, and how he's helping cities across the state view their music industries as the economic drivers they can be & he cleans up some of the mess that was our discussion on Music Modernization Act.
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The Co-Write is back this week with tales of a recent trip the boys took to Mexico. Kayne West held a listening party for his new record, "Ye", in Wyoming. The boys also discuss what might be the future for streaming music business.
The Co-Write boys are back this week and flying solo. Topics discussed include the new Music Modernization Act, that has been fast tracked through the US Congress, and aims to reshape the way royalties are paid to artists, producers & writers. The boys also discuss three albums that have dropped recently from Kacey Musgraves, Red Shahan, and a very confusing greatest hits style of record from Pat Green. Donovan brings a couple of topical quick hitters before we send you back out into the wilderness.
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We are back this week with a new episode of The Co-Write! This is the final conversation we recorded while in Red River, NM for the Red River Songwriter's Festival, and it features the one and only, Zac Wilkerson. In this episode we hit on Zac's start in music, his dive into being a full-timer and his art, which he creates so masterfully.
New episodes of The Co-Write will be released in the weeks to come!
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This week on The Co-Write, we sit down with the great Ben Danaher. Ben is one of the strongest songwriters going right now, and his new project, "Still Feel Lucky", out September 7th, will surely separate him from the field. Growing up in Texas, Ben was always around music. His dad played in bands, and his older brother Brett has been a stalwart in the Pat Green band since Pat's earliest days burning through the Texas asphalt. Ben began his career like many others, assembling a band and touring heavily before realizing there was something more for him that being another bar band playing whatever college town had an opening. Since moving to Nashville, Ben has continued to refine his songwriting voice in a truly remarkable way. You can pre-order Ben's newest album now. Just go to your favorite music purchasing platform and do the thing. For now, enjoy this conversation!
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On this episode of The Co-Write, Bobby and Donovan discuss their football hangover as the end of the NFL season came and went. They give a review of Justin Timberlake's halftime performance, as well as some of their favorites over the years. Donovan discusses the lows and highs of the Grammy Awards, and some controversy or the nomination process. Bobby reviews a news article claiming that Apple Music is set to surpass Spotify in paid subscriptions this summer, as well as what the looming disappearance of iTunes means for independent music. "Dancehall Dreamin'", a tribute album to Pat Green, was announced this week. The boys review the track listening, and if it still moves the needle for the old school Texas music fan.
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WE DID IT FRIENDS! We are now 6 for 6 when it comes to host artists from the Red River Songwriter's Festival being guests on The Co-Write. It feels good, doesn't it. Today, we bring you a sit down with the great Brandy Zdan. Brandy was kind enough to take the time to sit down with us during the Red River Songwriter's Festival, and it was a really fun chat. We talk about her beginnings in Canada, the difference between the Canadian music scene and the US music scene, what led to her move to Austin, and subsequently Nashville, her upcoming tour with Buddy Guy, and her new album, "Secreteer", out May 4th.
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Our second sit down from the Red River Songwriter's Festival features Kelley Mickwee. Kelley is one of the two original RRSF artist we haven't previously had on the podcast, so we were very excited to sit down with her. In this episode, Kelley talks about how she became involved in the Red River Songwriter/s Festival, her previous work with the Trisha's, and her current work providing backing vocals for the ground Shiny Ribs. Be sure to check out her own music at www.kelleymickwee.com
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The Co-Write is back from the 7th annual Red River Songwriter's Festival! The boys are here to share their stories from the festivities, as well as their review of some of the shows they were able to see. Sitting down for a brief discussion is the great Walt Wilkins. Walt talks about his involvement with the RRSF, as well as his own festival, Waltstock & Barrel, which is coming up in April.
A special thanks to our friends at TX Whiskey and Legal Draft Beer for supplying your humble hosts, and the artists who joined them, with an ample supply of things to keep us warm in the snow!
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For the better part of a decade and a half, Brandon Rhyder has been one of Texas Music's true workhorses. After two early releases, "Because She Loves Me" 2001 & "Behind the Pine Curtain" 2003, Brandon really hit his stride with the release of the critically acclaimed, "Conviction" in 2006. You would be hard pressed to find another album, from any scene, that can go song for song with, "Conviction", and it set Brandon on a collision course with success and all that comes with it. The albums that followed, "Every Night" 2008, "Head Above Water" 2010, "That's Just Me" 2013 & his latest release, 2017's self-titled effort, "Brandon Rhyder", have solidified Brandon as one our great songwriter's.
On this episode of The Co-Write, Brandon sits down to talk about his early life behind the pine curtain, his struggle in those early days, the chain of events set off by the release of "Conviction", and his relentless quest for the great song.
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