Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

Alex Jude ( formerly Alex Mabey) made her debut this past few months with a new name and new music, gleaning from her early releases of americana/christian music to a mainstream sound that is bringing her to festivals this year across the country. She’ll make her debut @TMRfest in June on the main stage in Historic Downtown McKinney on June 6th with more singles released between now and then. I heard her “Living to Learn “ song with a catchy chorus, “ so what if happens and what if it hurts, I’ve been through the worse, I’m livin’ to learn. (Sounds like a pep talk to yourself. ) she’s a precious soul that’s singing of her experience through heartache and a sense of humility & peace. Originally aired 03/08/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Chaser Crouch Music , my guest this week with his newest album drop Daybreak/Heartbreak. On the heels of his Houston Rodeo gigs we talk about his journey to music and his career as a Hall of Fame Cutting horse competitor. He’s a “ homegrown “ Texan worth watching and has garnered a following that’s been exploding this past year. Put him on your radar and go see his live shows. Originally aired 03/01/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

The Bird Dogs George Dunham came into the studio and shared some new music , stories and the meaning of his life… “it’s better to give it away” What an incredibly beautiful soul. I was so moved by his recent show at The Rook McKinney where his band played for our charity Love Life Foundation. And after our interview I want to help him in all his endeavors. Don’t miss this one. He even sang a beautiful song he wrote for his sister and brought me to tears. I love sharing with you these incredible souls. Listen & learn why Texas has the best musicians in the world all you sports fanatics will recognize George from the ticket morning show Originally aired 02/22/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

My guest this week is Texas native Paul Cauthen and I am so looking forward to his newest album release April 3rd… The Book of Paul. He’s a fellow cowboy hippie with a rock n roll soul, so you know we got along. Ck out his dates in this tour and get tix to a live show You’ll walk out with a revived spirit for sure. Originally aired 02/15/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

These girls, King Margo are my guest this week and also will be playing our stage Texas Music Revolution 30 June 5th Friday Night. You’ll find out why they are highly desired and slayed it this past week in Key West Mile 0 Fest Key West. Originally aired 02/08/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Don’t miss this weeks show with Drew Cooper. His powerhouse vocals matched with straight to the heart lyrics will pull you in at the first note. I so enjoyed this interview and you will too. Originally aired 02/01/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Austin based Memphis Kee, is my guest this week, and what an interesting journey to get here. From being a police investigator to having his own PI firm he has made the jump to full time artist and a new record release this month that will make him a notable presence in the Texas music scene. It doesn’t hurt that he got a great review in Rolling Stone magazine thanks to @Josh Crutchmer. He’s starting a tour in March, so put him on your radar to see live. These guys really bring it Originally aired 01/25/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Robyn Ludwick is my guest this week and what a tremendous gift to Texas music- not only because of her own musical talent, also her perpetuation of music artists at her Devils Backbone Tavern ( one of , if not the THE oldest Texas tavern still in operation). She and her musician partner John Ludwick have transformed this gem - and continue to improve it now with a grant just awarded from the Texas Preservation Trust Fund woohoo.. her music her passion for life and heart to give back to her community- all reasons why I HAD to know her.. and you will WANT to as well. Don’t miss this one. Originally aired 01/18/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Songbird Jones is my guest this week. You know I love to share Texas artists with you who cut their teeth on the influences of our iconic roster and this is a prime example. Hes in the studio and he even debuted a new song not recorded yet. I love this guys heart & passion for family and friends and his band is tight . Originally aired 01/11/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

A chance meeting at one of my shows and I was introduced to this extremely talented singer/ songwriter Morgan Hawkins. Her debut releases immediately caught my attention and I had to share her music with you. Morgan’s voice has a soothing style with a cadence that feels like a warm blanket on your soul. She’s an emerging artist ready to put her mark on the Indie folk scene with new singles out every few weeks. Originally aired 01/04/2026 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Atlantis Aquarius with Jc Aquarius (Jordan Cain) as my interview this week revives my love for this band. With new releases in 2025 and more to come, get ready to see them on tour. Jordan’s been busy producing playing drums and touring with other groups, but he still has time to put out new music with this band that I totally love. Don’t miss it- we’re even debuting a new song before it comes out to the masses. Originally aired 12/28/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Merry Texas Christmas is our theme this show and we’ll be playing a lot of brand new artists as well as some familiar songs. Artists like Joe Ely ( rest in peace ) Zane Williams of The Wilder Blue, brand new Leon Bridges & Norah Jones song I’m also going to debut two new female gals that I know you haven’t heard from yet.. but you will. These two budding artists sent me their latest Christmas songs and I had to share. Put them on your radar! Morgan Hawkins & Emily Dedman. And let’s share more peace love & music. Originally aired 12/21/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Austin Meade is my guest this week talking about his latest work released this year “ Almost Famous”. His heavy outlaw rock country sound has garnered a tremendous following and is even headlining shows at places like Billy Bobs, Texas. His music speaks from places deep in his soul of experience and I’m a huge fan of his heartfelt song “ Like Father, Like Son” Originally aired 12/14/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

This week a band I’ve been listening to on my bike rides- I was so happy to get a request to have them - and WahLah! We made it happen. I’m hoping to get them here in DFW ( McKinney’s to be exact) so stay tuned for that! But for now listen and enjoy these stellar harmonies and retro sounds of a great group” The Woods” . You’ll see why the major acts are lining up to have them on their tours Originally aired 12/07/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Check out this weeks guest MattieRoseMusic.com where you can learn more about this Texas girl who cut her teeth on icons like Patsy Cline, and created her own sound since her early days of singing at 3 years old. Her newest single Snake will undoubtedly show you the incredible pipes this girl has. After her college days in Nashville and a degree from Belmont , she’s back in her home turf just north of Ft. Worth and you’ll be hearing a lot more from this gal. Originally aired 11/30/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Lots of deep dives this week into Todd Snider and there’s so much great content out there. Do yourselves a favor and follow Otis Gibbs and particularly his documentary “ I was a nervous wreck”. Otis has a piece out there also imploring us not to fall prey to conspiracy theories surrounding his death… instead let’s all find ways to bring a smile to our faces through Todd’s countless stories and music and poetry. Like many out there we will be dedicating our show this week to Todd and his amazing gift of humankind and authenticity. He wasn’t just a singer songwriter- A philanthropist, a strong voice for the at risk, a music troubadour, a hippie and he had a childlike appreciation for the things that matter most. Rest in peace & love - all the struggles are over now. #TexasTroubadour Originally aired 11/23/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

This weeks guest was discovered at a Zac Wilkerson show where I saw Dustin Massey open up and blow me away with his vocals. It’s important for you fans to get shies early enough to see those that start the evening . I’ve found a plethora of incredible artists this way. Dustin is now on my radar and after this weeks show I’m certain will be on yours   Originally aired 11/16/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Chaz Marie is my guest this week with a brand new single for all you gals with a “bestie” in your life. Her voice gives her the ability to belt out any style with ease but her groove sits in between Country and SOUL - Jon Christopher Davis penned her the hillbilly Aretha. Originally aired 11/09/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

With a new single release “ The Next Right Thing” and a new album in the works.. Kristen Kelly , my guest this week shares about her success of her debut album on Arista Nashville that brought her the hit some “Ex- Old Man “ her tour with some of the biggest names in country music - even a Grand Ole Opry show. Now she signed with a Texas based label and is back to her roots. Our conversation got personal as we talked about the therapy of writing music through the pain of life's unplanned circumstances. Don’t miss this one!   Originally aired 11/02/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Coyle Girelli is my guest this week to share his new release “Out of This Town”, on Sun Records, a collaboration project with the late, Texas native, Mac Davis (“Baby Don’t Get Hooked on Me”, so many of Elvis’s biggest hits, and so much more!). This album takes you on a journey the way many great records did in my formative years. When a story was told, beginning when the needle first hit the vinyl, till the last lyric was sung. I was so moved by Coyle, and it is easy to understand why Mac reached out to him after seeing him on the David Letterman show a decade ago. Be sure to listen this week, Coyle is a special kind of artist. Originally aired 10/26/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.