The Real Country Podcast Volume 13 - Kelsey Waldon
Western Kentucky native and singer‑songwriter Kelsey Waldon has earned a loyal following for her honest, no‑nonsense lyrics and her commitment to real country music. Raised in the farming town of Monkey’s Eyebrow and steeped in bluegrass and honky‑tonk, Kelsey blends raw storytelling with a voice that cuts straight to the heart. After years of working odd jobs and paying dues in Nashville’s clubs, she’s now a critically acclaimed artist whose albums, including her new one Every Ghost, showcase life’s highs and lows with grit and grace.In this interview, we dive into:Kelsey’s rural Kentucky upbringing and how it shapes her musicHer move to Nashville and signing with John Prine’s Oh Boy RecordsThe themes of working‑class resilience and family woven through her songsHer thoughts on staying authentic in a changing country sceneWhat fans can expect from her upcoming projectsFollow Kelsey on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hQxX...Subscribe to the Real Country Podcast for more conversations with today’s outlaw storytellers: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ilijkp...More from Nikki in Nashville: / nikkiinnashville This episode is sponsored by Modern West Media: marketing and advertising for hyper-growth brands that want to tell their stories authentically. Schedule your free marketing audit here: www.modernwestmedia.com#KelseyWaldon #RealCountry #OutlawCountry #SingerSongwriter #KentuckyMusic #NikkiInNashville #Podcast #WesternLifestyleThanks for listening! Tune in every week when we release new episodes discussing new music, chatting with artists, and all things country.
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The Real Country Podcast Vol 12 - With B.J. Jamison
Country singer-songwriter and Nebraska native, B.J. Jamison, vows to put the twang back in today's country music...and he's just in his early 20s.Being born to rodeo royalty, B.J. has been at it since a very young age, even running into issues while playing at honky tonks while he was under 21! His voice and songs are what country gold is made of, and we discussed the possibility of a new upcoming album. He also just released a recent single, Listen to Hank, which is a MUST listen.In this interview, we discuss:His past, how he chose this as a career, and why it was the only path'Stealing' a song from the king himself, George StraitTouring, who he's opened for, and what's coming up for himFollow B.J. on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ezERRujIypyYnuNPO3w0S?si=x19e2ZZUTm-2avhS0DRmQA Subscribe to the Real Country Podcast for more behind-the-scenes of Real Country Artists: https://www.youtube.com/@nikkiinnashville More from the Real Country team: / nikkiinnashville This episode was sponsored by Modern West Media, marketing and advertising for the brands of the Western industry, that gets your story and keeps your brand authentic. Schedule your free marketing audit here: www.modernwestmedia.comThanks for listening! Tune in every week when we release new episodes discussing new music, chatting with artists, and all things country.
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The Real Country Podcast Volume 11 - Hayden Redwine
Cowboy and West Texas Native Hayden Redwine has ranching and cowboying in his blood from as far back as he can remember.Growing up in the cowboy lifestyle, working cattle, and competing in rodeos, Hayden blends country and western music into a highly recognizable style all his own.The recent release of his album 'Spade', easily one of my top 10 albums of the year so far, shows he can write stories and sing songs about his personal experiences, which make you feel like he's lived many more lives than how old he is.In this interview, we discuss:Hayden's upbringing and how it's shaped his musicDealing with the loss of his fatherGrowing up on a ranch, working cattleHis love and appreciation for the Western way of lifeWhat's next for his music and careerFollow Hayden on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7hK8S...Subscribe to the Real Country Podcast for more behind-the-scenes of Real Country Artists: • Ranching Made Me Who I Am Today - Hayden R... More from the Real Country team: / nikkiinnashville This episode was sponsored by Modern West Media, marketing and advertising for the brands of the Western industry, that gets your story and keeps your brand authentic. Schedule your free marketing audit here: www.modernwestmedia.comThanks for listening! Tune in every week when we release new episodes discussing new music, chatting with artists, and all things country.
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The Real Country Podcast Volume 10 - Jesse Daniel & Benjamin Tod
Jesse Daniel & Benjamin Tod: Redemption Through Country Music | Real Country PodcastIn this powerful episode, two of the most respected voices in independent country music, Jesse Daniel and Benjamin Tod, sit down with me for a raw, heartfelt conversation about life, addiction, recovery, and how music (and the right relationships) gave them both a second chance.Both artists have walked a hard road, battling addiction, homelessness, and hopelessness before turning their pain into powerful songwriting and storytelling. What emerged is a shared story of redemption and change that’s as gritty as it is inspiring to many, and a deep appreciation for the healing force of honest roots and authenticity-driven music.We talk about their personal journeys, how they got clean, how they create through the struggle, and the cost of staying true in a music world that often prefers the polished over the real.✨ Jesse Daniel is a California native, fusing the sounds of Bakersfield Honky Tonk and Country Rock into his music. His live performances are not to miss, and he just released his album 'Son of the San Lorenzo', which is a must-listen.✨Benjamin Tod has been writing and performing for years. From busking in the streets to playing sold-out shows, the front man for the Lost Dog Street Band is a beacon of hope to many. He's working on multiple new projects, with a new single to drop on July 11th.🛠️ Topics Covered:• Addiction and the moment they hit bottom• How music pulled them through• Life on the road post-recovery and their non-negotiable routines• The pressure of staying clean in the spotlight• What they wish more people knew about addiction• Advice to those who are just starting their journeys • Upcoming projects and new music🔔 Don’t forget to rate and subscribe for more music and interviews from The Real Country Podcast...your home for the more traditional country music of today, that radio seems to leave behind.Thanks for listening! Tune in every week when we release new episodes discussing new music, chatting with artists, and all things country.
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The Real Country Podcast Volume 9 - JD Clayton
JD Clayton on Making Music His Way, Nashville Life, and Fatherhood | Real Country PodcastIn this episode of The Real Country Podcast, we sit down with rising country/blues-rock singer-songwriter JD Clayton for an honest, laid-back conversation about life, music, and everything in between.JD opens up about his journey into country music, from growing up in Arkansas to nearly pursuing a totally different career path. We talk about what it was like moving to Nashville, self-producing his own record, and the importance of staying true to his sound in an industry that often pushes artists to conform.We also get into life outside of music, his hobbies, his family, and what it’s been like stepping into fatherhood for the first time.Subscribe for more real country artist interviews, performances, and stories from REAL country music.Topics Covered: • JD’s early journey into music • What he almost became before music took off • Producing his own album start to finish • Moving to Nashville and staying authentic • His favorite pastimes outside of touring • Becoming a dad and balancing life on the road Listen anywhere you get podcastsThanks for listening! Tune in every week when we release new episodes discussing new music, chatting with artists, and all things country.
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Real Country in Nashville and all of my content channels exist to highlight the people living the spirit of country, western, and outlaw every day. From artists to entrepreneurs, ranchers to creators, we shine a light on the ones doing life and business their own way. Expect raw conversations, stories from the road, and the soundtrack that fuels today’s modern outlaws. This isn’t your polished, radio-ready or "woke" version of country, it’s the grit, heart, and hustle that defines the culture.
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