Uncle Kevin! We've been talking about this since before the podcast started over three years ago and FINALLY made it happen! Kevin is a brilliant, talented and hilarious human, as well as a country music legend. We dive right in and cover so many things like real estate, being a grandpa, wearing hats, 4 million + miles on the road, why he uses a straight mic stand, not getting to retire, getting pitched bad songs, staying hip, selling your catalog, overnight successes, the overhead costs of touring, and funny stories from the road. Find Kevin's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.kevinfowler.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com
Eric Raines is a prominent name in Texas Country music, not only for being one of our favorite radio DJ's, but also an incredible drummer! In this episode we discuss emotional support animals, hearing your own voice, cursing on live radio, Eric’s journey in music, Playing drums for Charlie Daniels, being fashionable, tough interviews, giving everyone a chance, having a heart attack, and so much more! Keep up with Eric by following him on IG at https://www.instagram.com/ericraines12 or listen to him on 95.9 Texas Country! Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com
Isaac is one of my favorite hangs AND singers in the Texas scene and it was great catching up with him on the podcast! We discuss minimalism, playing Gruene Hall, being choosey, the early days and no regrets, getting to New Braunfels early, working with the Yellow Dog team, crowdfunding, vinyl records (shout out Hand Drawn!) and his brand new album “The Brush Country Tapes”. Enjoy! Find Isaac's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.isaacjacobband.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com
Mattson Rainer is a true visionary and cultivator of talent. He's built one of the most recognizable American radio brands in the nation with KNBT in New Braunfels, TX and he's been a champion of me and my musical friends over the years! In this episode we talk about the evolution of New Braunfels, getting into radio, radio voices, meeting the legends, The Willie Door, Roots & Branches history, how to work an interview and soooo many legendary stories! Listen to KNBT from anywhere in the world at https://www.radionb.com/knbt or on the app! Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring the BEST podcast in Texas? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com
My friend and new neighbor Graycie York joins us on the porch for this episode of the pod! Graycie is an incredible singer, songwriter and performer and now is a full time member of Cross Canadian Ragweed! We get into being star-struck, acid reflux, living alone, joining forces with Cody Canada, forming bonds with women, singing faces, handling insults, building the right team, songwriting accountability, dating felons, supportive parents, skipping college and Graycie's next era! Find Graycie's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.graycieyork.com/ Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing, 8750 Festival and CH Lonestar Promo! Interested in sponsoring the BEST podcast in Texas? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com