The FreightTrain Podcast

A Podcast about Country Music and the people who make it. My name is Rob Cain and I'm your host for The FreightTrain Podcast. I was a booking agent and Tour Manager for a regional act in the South East US that was signed to a record label in Nashville, TN for about 5 years. Along the way I met tons of people and created relationships that would have otherwise never existed. In this podcast I'm going to sit down with a lot of those folks I met and respect and get their story and see how they feel about country music today. I'll also talk about what music I think is not being appreciated enough and give my opinion on new and existing music. Thanks for listening! Like me on Facebook with tag @freighttrainpodcastofficial Follow me on Instagram with tag @freighttrainpodcast Follow me on Twitter with tag @frttrainpodcast

Ep 33 w/ Amber Cochran Gilbert & Lyn Sengupta

On Ep33 join me in going through the process of starting an online video series! In this case we are speaking with Amber Cochran Gilbert (wife of Brantley Gilbert) and her producer for the series Lyn Sengupta on the cooking series tentatively called #AmbersEats. We talk about how they got started, the technical side of the operation, Mrs. Faye's Famous Pound Cake, and a quick health breakfast remedy for parents on the go! Check out Lyn's website at www.rebeloneentertainment.com and follow her on IG - rebel1.be1 Follow #AmbersEats on IG - @ambercochrangilbert You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

07-24
26:21

Ep 32 w/ Leon Edwards of Inked Entertainment

Booking and marketing shows has always been an interest of mine; on this episode I got to talk to Leon Edwards of Inked Entertainment who helped create one of the largest festivals in Illinois, TailgateNTallboys. Inked Ent also services a ton of other events in the Illinois area and have become a powerhouse in festival and event producing. This episode is a really cool look behind the scenes of how your favorite shows happen! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

07-10
35:40

Ep 31 w/ Ryan Nelson

Ep 31 is with the man, the myth, the legend Ryan Nelson. If you ask anyone in Nashville they probably know who he is. Whether it be from is writing, his producing, or from his original music being an up and coming artist. Originally from Florida, this dude has had music in his life for a long time. Hope you enjoy the story! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

06-19
27:18

Ep 30 w/ "Rowdy" Rob Williford

Rob Williford and I cover a lot of ground in this episode from growing up in North Carolina in a non musical family to playing lead guitar for one of the most popular country artists on the scene right now. Having to go back and forth from NC to Nashville a coupe of times and how sometimes you just have to follow your heart and dive in. e had a great conversation and I hope everyone enjoys it! You Can Find Me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - Freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

05-23
31:11

Ep 29 w/ Drew Parker

I say this nearly every week but this literally was my favorite episode yet! Drew Parker, my guest for Ep 29 of the podcast took some time backstage at The Signal in Chattanooga, TN to sit down with me and chat. You'll learn where the north and south are divided in GA, how he came to own EVERY SINGLE vinyl record that Kieth Whitley ever sang on, as well as how the first song he ever got cut is now on a gold record. You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

05-15
46:17

Ep 28 w/ Dawson Edwards

I know, I messed up and said the wrong episode number on the recording, my apologies! This is EPISODE 28 with my buddy Dawson Edwards who is a writer at BMG in Nashville, TN. We talk about life, making the move to Nashville, some Bulldawgs Football, and we both feel like is the next big thing in Country Music. Enjoy this episode! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Twitter - @Frttrainpodcast Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

05-08
29:29

Ep 27 w/ Larry Fleet

This was by far one of my favorite episodes so far! My good friend Larry Fleet came by the FreightTrain World Headquarters to hangout and chat with me. We talk about how we came to meet, being business partners together, how he met Jake Owen, and his own journey through the country music world. Enjoy episode 27!

05-03
53:40

Ep26 w/ Jordan Fletcher

I've been diggin on this guy's music for a while now! I'm so happy to have Jordan Fletcher as my guest for Ep26. We talk about his move from FL to Nashville, how he got into writing songs, being on the road with Muscadine Bloodline, and the Cone Zone??I think everyone will really enjoy this up and coming artists story. You can always find me at: Instagram: @freighttrainpodcast Facebook: @freighttrainpodcastofficial Twitter: @frttrainpodcast Email: freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

04-26
26:59

Episode 25: ACM Nominations with Raised Rowdy

I got to sit down with my buddy Nick Tressler from RaisedRowdy.com and we went back and forth over who we thought will take home the ACM awards for their respective categories. The ACM's air on 4/15 so be sure to tune in and keep score with Nick and I! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

04-05
48:09

Ep 24 w/ Brett Myers

It's not everyday you get to speak to a World Series winning professional baseball player; But I got to today! We talk about his journey from professional pitcher in the major leagues to becoming a popular name in country music collaborating with acts such as Colt Ford, The LACS and Bottleneck. Go check out Brett's newest single "Rattlesnake" ft Colt Ford available NOW wherever you can get music! You can FreightTrain at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @Frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - Freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

03-23
45:40

Ep23 w/ Raised Rowdy Dot Com

I got to sit down and talk to Nick Tressler one of the masterminds behind the popular website, www.raisedrowdy.com; Where you can find everything you wanted to know about what's new in Country Music and more. Hear how these guys are building a family not just a website. Find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

03-01
26:55

Ep22 w/ Niki Tilley / Outdoor Model & Influencer

Niki Tilley joins me for Ep22 and we discuss a whole array of topics from Outdoor Modeling, Hunting, Being in Music Videos, Meeting famous people, and her obsession with Shania Twain. This is a cool look into the world of someone who is passionate about what they do and being able to make a positive influence on people with what she does from day to day. You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

02-20
26:28

Ep 21 w/ Tyler Mahan Coe / Creator of Cocaine & Rhinestones Podcast

Tyler Mahan Coe sits down with me in Nashville, TN to talk about everything he has going on; from his highly popular podcast on the history of Country Music called "Cocaine & Rhinestones" to a website he created called "DrunkMall.com" and back again to another he podcast he co-hosts with Mark Mosley called "Your Favorite Band Sucks". This episode is packed with thoughts and opinions on country music as a whole. Sit back and enjoy! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

02-13
54:52

Ep20 w/ Mattie Lyn Breaux of CMT's Party Down South

Very cool discussion this week with Mattie Lyn Breaux from CMT's Party Down South. Mattie appeared on 5 seasons of the show and is doing some really cool stuff in the fitness world now that the show is over. We also pull the curtain back on how you actually get casted for a reality TV show. You can find me on: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

02-06
28:28

Ep19 w/ Trea Landon

Trea Landon and I mix it up on todays podcast and we talk about all sorts of stuff from his biggest inspiration, him holding out on his first co-write, and how country radio is relevant today in 2018. With a little throwback to more traditional sounding country music Trea Landon will be someone you are hearing very shortly! You can find me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - frighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

01-30
39:37

Ep18 w/ Hannah Dasher

Hannah Damn Dasher is on the show this week and I couldn't be more excited! She is a blast from the past with a modern spin. From her publishing deal to being discovered by Jaren Johnston(The Cadillac Three)this girl is making waves in Nashville and people are noticing. Enjoy the show! Connect with me at: Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Twitter - @frttrainpodcast Email - freighttrainpodast@gmail.com Also, checkout the new playlist on Spotify! The FreightTrain Podcast Playlist

01-23
20:28

Ep 17 w/ Jobe Fortner

I got to sit down backstage at The 40 Watt in Athens, GA and speak a little with Jobe Fortner. This dude is going places! He just signed a management deal with Make Wake Artists (Luke Combs/Faren Rachels/Josh Phillips) and an agency deal with CAA! That is unbelievable! This was a great interview and you really learn a lot about Jobe in it. Instagram - @freighttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

01-18
22:34

FreightTrain Friday w/ Matt McKinney

New Artist Matt McKinney talks to me about what it's like to be a new country artist in 2017. The ins and outs of getting people to know your name and hear your music and keeping those fans involved.

12-09
14:59

FreightTrain Friday w/ Riley Anderson

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12-01
17:38

Ep 16 / ICYMI Riley Green

My first ICYMI ( In Case You Missed It )with Riley Green. If your new to the podcast and haven't some of my earlier interviews, here ya go! Find me at: Instaram - @freighttrainpodcast Twitter - @Frttrainpodcast Facebook - @freighttrainpodcastofficial Email - freighttrainpodcast@gmail.com

10-31
17:58

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