Braxton Keith, honky tonk country singer and rising star, joins us to talk life on the road, music, and finding balance in a crazy schedule. He shares what it’s been like performing 150 shows a year, how his band became like family, and the story behind his hit song “Cozy.” Braxton also opens up about embracing traditional country, navigating the modern music world, including his thoughts on AI in music, and creating his character Kick Stanley and the “Tonk News” brand. Plus, he clears up the Toby Keith question, talks about his family of dentists, and shares how he avoids burnout while staying busy offstage.

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We discuss the new Sam Hunt music and what people are saying, the massive country fest shakeup, dad beers and the best beers ranked, and Valentine's Day.

New year, new season of 'The Bachelor,' new bullsh*t. Jake Owen writes a song inspired by Hannah Brown. Country artists with "connections" to the show. Let's drink and chat about Peter... 

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Larry Fleet, country singer and Black Buffalo ambassador, joins us to talk new music, faith, sobriety, and some downright wild stories. He shares what to expect from his upcoming February record, how he connects with fans around the world, and why he still writes drinking songs despite stepping away from alcohol. Larry also opens up about the role God plays in his music… and tells us about the UFO he saw, his ghost encounter, and why he believes in Bigfoot.

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Isaac Gibson, lead singer of 49 Winchester, details the bands success over the last few years as they've come a long way from Virginia while building a loyal fan base.

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We drink a bunch of wine and talk about Sam Hunt's DUI, Thomas Rhett's wild podcast interview where he says he wanted to be Eric Church, the GRAMMYs and Eric Church calling out G (Garth). 

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Benjamin Tod opens up about faith, songwriting, and staying grounded while country keeps changing. He talks about walking away from the darkness, leaning into Christianity, and why staying true matters more than chasing streams.

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We recap the CMA Awards, drink wine, and get flustered.