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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For many people, 2017 was a real punch in the gut. We here at The Co-Write hope that we brought some sort of relief from the exhausting news cycle that whirls around us constantly. Our goal in 2018 is nothing short of the same. We look forward to bringing you more, expansive interviews with the artists you love, but plan to do more podcast featuring your loyal hosts giving their opinions on a wide range of topics that pop up throughout the year.
We will kick things off in 2018 with a trip to Red River, New Mexico for the Red River Songwriter's Festival, and look forward to bringing you daily podcasts from the festival, including interviews with the artists performing there.
We are excited to announce a new partnership with our friends at TX Whiskey and Firestone Roberts Distilling. TX Whiskey is one of the fastest growing whiskey brands in the United States. Their proprietary blend offers a unique whiskey experience that is both smooth and flavorful. Their recently released TX Bourbon is one of the finest new bourbons I have had the pleasure of enjoying, and I highly recommend you give it a shot (or two) as well. Their all new Whiskey Ranch is the largest whiskey distillery west of the Mississippi, and sits on the 112 acres that was once Glen Gardens Country Club, in Fort Worth. The facilities are beautiful, and great for hosting private events. Check out www.frdistilling.com for more information, and be sure to go check out Whiskey Ranch in the near future!
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A special episode of The Co-Write comes at you today! The boys discuss their recent excursion to NYC, for Springsteen on Broadway. Afterwards, they give a quick hit to the Grammy nominations that came out earlier this week.
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Susan Gibson is, and has, one of the strongest voices in our music scene. Having penned one of the most widely known songs in music, Wide Open Spaces, cut by The Dixie Chicks, at age 21, her career could have peaked at an early age. However, through her diligent work ethic, and a determination to produce meaningful songs, Susan has continually crafted her work with a uniqueness and determination many songwriters envy. In this episode, listen as Susan gives the back story on where so many her post popular songs came from.
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Radney Foster has long been heralded as one of Texas' finest songwriters. Growing up in Del Rio, TX, Radney's love of music began at family bar-b-ques where guitars were passed from hand to hand and songs of all genres were shared to all who would listen. Radney tended that early flame and began his expansive career while attending college about ninety minutes from Nashville. Radney has had many national chart hits for major artists from Keith Urban to Sara Evans, but you might be surprised how many songs from the Texas music scene Radney has penned or had a hand in penning. Radney sits down with The Co-Write to discuss those early days, his entry into the new-age Texas music genre & his newest project, "For You to See the Stars", which is a combination record and book of short stories.
Prior to the Radney interview, the fellas discuss an unlikely friend of Donovan's who has a shot to become a world champion. They also discuss the untimely passing of Tom Petty, and BRUCE TALK!
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Drew Kennedy had established himself as one of the most gifted songwriters in our region. His albums, "Fresh Water in the Salton Sea" & "Wide Listener", were heralded for their depth and sonic beauty around the Americana world. Drew's newest effort, "At Home in the Big Lonesome" is available for pre-sale September 30th and set for release November 3rd. Drew hops on with The Co-Write to discuss his childhood in Pennsylvania, a record setting college baseball career in Virginia and how it all lead to his discovery of the Americana singer/songwriters that helped mold him into the artist he is today. Hear Drew tell of what the early days of music were like, and how he continues to exceed the high bars he sets for himself and his music.
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Wade Bowen has been a dominate force on the Texas music scene since it caught fire in the early 2000's. Beginning his journey in Lubbock, TX, Wade used the momentum carried from building a large following in a college town to make what would become his first hit record, The Blue Light Live. Although the road is never easy, Bowen continue to push towards his goal of being a career musician, and after a few years of searching while scraping every dollar together he could, Bowen began an incredible streak of successful projects. Beginning with Lost Hotel, Bowen's streak of albums, including If We Ever Make It Home, The Given, Wade Bowen & a soon to be released, Keith Gattis produced album, could arguably be one of the most solid runs of releases this genre has ever seen. Listen to Bowen take a turn with The Co-Write to discuss his career from the early days to the present, and how he desires to continue to push the boundaries even further.
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Josh Abbott has had one of the fastest rises to the A-list in Texas music history. Since the beginning of his meteoric rise, Josh has been somewhat of a polarizing force for fans and musicians alike. However you feel, Josh is firmly fixated at the top of the Texas music pecking order, and has no plans of ceding that position. This week on The Co-Write, Josh sits down with the boys to discuss everything from where his musical journey began, to what launched his rise and how he continually tests the limits of his music both sonically and lyrically. Josh's latest release, "Until My Voice Goes Out", debuted at #1 on the iTunes music chart, establishing him as a growing force nationally, and one of Texas' biggest acts.
Part 2 of our River Jam extravaganza gives us a great interview with Josh Weathers. Josh shares with us the his story of meeting the President, as well as how much detail goes into having access to a POTUS. Then at (28:00) our old friend K. Phillips sits down to discuss what is was like to go on tour with the Counting Crows and Rob Thomas, as well as getting to play Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado. K. also discuss what is was like to meet Kelsey Grammar and some of the pitfalls of popularity.
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The Co-Write is on the road! This past weekend we headed southward for New Braunfels and River Road Ice House to talk with the artists playing Galleywinter's first River Jam. Recently rebranded, River Jam is in it's 16th year as the marquee event of the year for the Gallywinter website, and managing editor of Galleywinter, Brad Beheler, gives us a brief history of this event right off the bat. At (33:00), we had the pleasure of talking with Haley Cole. This extremely talented singer/songwriter shares her story of moving to Nashville, and back to Texas, as well as what the future might hold. Then at (53:30) Matt Boggs from Prophets & Outlaws takes a seat with the boys and fills us in on what is happening with them.
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This week the fellas introduce something new to the Co-Write listeners. A movie review, "short", podcast. Aside from music news and interviews, Bobby and Donovan have a deep passion for the cinema and the art that is produced in that area. The guys hope to bring you entertaining reviews of movies they are excited about in the coming months. It all starts on the shaky foundation that is their review of Dunkirk.
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Steve Helms is a music lifer. The son of legendary D/FW musician, Leon Helms, Steve walked in his father's boot steps from an early age. Playing in house bands at an early age, Steve honed his craft, and used those early lessons throughout a career that has spanned nearly 4 decades, and he's only 50. This week on The Co-Write Steve Helms tells us of those early days in the D/FW house band circuit, his departure from the local music scene, his return, a brief stint in Brett Michaels' band, and his burgeoning solo career that leads to a new album to be released in early 2018.
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The Co-Write is back this week with Episode 27. The boys discuss two recent concerts they attended as well as the differences with both venues. A recent Fort Worth Weekly article was released and it is causing quite the storm. The boys discuss the article and it's relevance. Taylor Swift released her entire catalogue back on streaming services, and the timing is rather suspicious. Bruce Springsteen announced he is all set to host an 8 week residency on Broadway, and the boys discuss whether they could attend a show without losing their respective significant others.
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Topics Mentioned
Dalton Domino
Ryan Adams
Red Rocks
Billy Bob's Texas
Fort Worth Weekly
Jerry Jeff Walker
Robert Earl Keen
Pat Green
Saving Country Music
Ray Wylie Hubbard
Taylor Swift
Katy Perry
Bruce Springsteen
Spotify
Jason Isbell
John Baumann
As co-host of the nationally recognized Dunham and Miller Morning Show on Sports Radio 1310 and 96.7 FM The Ticket, George Dunham is one of the most recognized voices in the country. Aside from his hugely successful career in radio, George holds a deep passion for Texas music. His band The Bird Dogs are on the cusp of releasing their third studio album, "This Could Be It", later this summer. George was sits down with the guys inside The Co-Write World Headquarters to talk about his early childhood and beginnings in music, deciding on his broadcasting career path & being part of a sports radio renaissance that became the most streamed radio station in the world.
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Your fearless leaders are back this week, and flying solo, for the 25th episode of The Co-Write. Hot takes this week on Sam Riggs and Larry Joe Taylor. Donovan discusses the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. And, the pod rounds out with some thoughts on a few new records to come out since the last, non-guest episode.
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There are few torch bearers of modern Texas music who can say they've been around since the dawn of the scene. Even fewer can claim to have made as large of an impact as Justin Frazell. From his early days as the morning traffic reporter on KPLX 99.5 The Wolf, to the spawning of his own Texas music centric "Front Porch Show", Justin became a 100,000 watt vocal force for many then upstart, but fast growing acts. Since those early days, Justin continues to be one of Texas music's greatest champions. Whether it's hosting his nationally syndicated Texas Red Dirt Roads show every Sunday, being the program director for the very successful KFWR 95.9 The Ranch, or hosting his annual Pickin' for Preemies charity bash, Justin's overwhelming influence on this scene continues to be felt.
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