Podunk Perspective Podcast

Podunk Perspective #64 - Cole Greenwalt

Hosted By Seth Packan Shot in Nashville, TN. Produced by Nolan Sritan Photo. Cole Greenwalt            Cole Greenwalt is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter with roots as deep and gritty as his music. Born and raised in Muhlenberg County, KY — the same soil that produced John Prine and the Everly Brothers — he writes songs that celebrate resilience, heartbreak, and the fight to stay afloat. His sound blends Americana, outlaw country, and folk-rock in the vein of Tyler Childers, Zach Bryan, and Koe Wetzel. Music Marble called it perfectly: "Greenwalt's country drawl and raspiness fit perfectly into this sound." After "More Like 32" connected with working-class fans across Kentucky and beyond, "Alcoholic" crossed 220,000 streams and turned heads — Uphere Magazine calling it "so raw, so loud, and achingly honest — maybe his best yet." His latest, "Light It Up," is the other side of that coin. A high-energy country rock anthem recorded live as a full band at Treasure Isle, it's built for loud rooms and late nights — the kind of song that sounds even better when you're living it. Cole has shared stages with Kelsey Hart, Jon Wayne Hatfield, and Chase McDaniel, co-founded the Nashville songwriter series Neon Outpost, and hosts his own music festival back home in Kentucky. He's just getting started. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3aJd5nosZrDlGovzH0JC4Z?si=sR9tQkoIQ9i7wTOKrMNAXA TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@colegreenwaltmusic?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/colegreenwaltmusic?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2457941/support] PODUNK PERSPECTIVE PODCAST

Podunk Perspective #63 - Jagger Whitaker

Hosted By Seth Packan Shot in Nashville, TN. Produced by Nolan Sritan Photo. Jagger Whitaker              Drawn to music from an early age due to his father’s strong belief & encouragement, country music artist Jagger Whitaker began his musical journey behind a drum kit. He learned to play the drums alongside his dad, who worked tirelessly to spark a flame of inspiration for a young Jagger to explore music. Jagger’s father would often bring guitars back from work trips & gift them to Jagger with the hope that he would one day begin to play. That day came upon his father’s passing when Jagger was only ten years old. The realization of the depth of his father’s belief in Jagger was his motivation to chase the dreams his dad had envisioned. By watching YouTube & learning basic chords, Jagger wrote his first song “See You in Heaven” as a tribute to his father. Having cut his teeth leading worship in his youth group, Jagger began to feel at home on stage & develop his authentic stage presence. He then began his collegiate career at the University of South Alabama, where he rocked stages in local Mobile, AL bars. These performances continued feeding Jagger’s passion for live shows & furthered his fanbase. The Mississippi-native has concocted a unique sound blending the contemporary Nashville sound with old-school rock ‘n’ roll. Having opened for country music acts, like Tyler Farr & Jon Langstan, Jagger is based out of Nashville, Tennessee & actively recording his original music. Jagger’s hopes are to bring audiences of all kind together. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1bQdzVlejL2WOH8DUobw2W?si=hnV5UVWdTd6u-scZ5zmL4g TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jaggerwhitakermusic?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jaggerwhitakermusic?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2457941/support] PODUNK PERSPECTIVE PODCAST

Podunk Perspective #62 - Raised Rowdy Nick Tressler & Matt Burrill

Hosted By Seth Packan Shot in Nashville, TN. Produced by Nolan Sritan Photo. Raised Rowdy Nick Tressler & Matt Burrill              Matt Burrill and Nick Tressler (also known as Nicky T) are Nashville-based media entrepreneurs and the co-founders of Raised Rowdy, an influential independent country music platform known for championing emerging artists and building a loyal fan-driven community. Together, they have grown Raised Rowdy into a key player in the modern country music scene by blending media, live events, and lifestyle branding, while helping break rising acts before they reach mainstream attention. Through podcasts, interviews, and high-energy events, Burrill and Tressler have established themselves as well-connected tastemakers and cultural drivers within Nashville, offering artists a powerful avenue for authentic exposure and grassroots fanbase growth. Website https://www.raisedrowdy.com/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/raisedrowdy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2457941/support] PODUNK PERSPECTIVE PODCAST

Podunk Perspective #61 - Will Jones

Hosted By Seth Packan Shot in Nashville, TN. Produced by Nolan Sritan Photo. Will Jones              Will Jones, raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, blends Appalachian soul with outlaw grit. His sound merges bluegrass storytelling with a highway-worn edge, inspired by legends ranging from Keith Whitley to Tony Rice while forging his own path in country music. A masterful guitarist and songwriter, Will has shared stages with Jon Pardi, Ralph Stanley, and Chris Thile. His music pulses with raw emotion, sharp picking, and Celtic-inspired melodies — steeped in tradition yet wild, free, and unpredictable. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/3O3IXkuwqV4wkD6WuvN5ER?si=82LFDC5mS5OgIvVhmC0BtA TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@willjonesofficial?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/willjonesofficial?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2457941/support] PODUNK PERSPECTIVE PODCAST

Podunk Perspective #60 - Tyra Madison

Hosted By Seth Packan Shot in Nashville, TN. Produced by Nolan Sritan Photo. Tyra Madison              Kentucky native Tyra Madison is a rising voice in country music, blending powerhouse vocals with storytelling rooted in both resilience and heart. Since making her mark with the viral hit “Right Girl Wrong Time,” which earned more than 14 million streams and a premiere on CMT.com, Madison has continued to captivate audiences with her honest songwriting and undeniable vocal strength. Her catalog now surpasses 16 million streams and has landed on key playlists including Spotify’s Fresh Finds and Wild Country and Apple Music’s Country Risers and New In Country. Having shared stages with artists like Nelly, Clint Black, Ernest, Lonestar, Maddie & Tae, and Priscilla Block, and performed at marquee events including Country Radio Seminar and Live In The Vineyard Goes Country, Madison is proving herself as one of Nashville’s most dynamic new talents. Her recent releases - from the heartfelt “Hey Heart” and “Papaw” to saddle-baddie track “Party Girl” to the fiery new anthem “Cowboy Killer” - showcases her signature balance of vulnerability and grit. With a voice that soars and a message that connects, Tyra Madison is solidifying her place among country’s most exciting new artists. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/6QJWnamgxenwynyhKuRnrh?si=zHe3sXXBTGKRSbCbOhDJKA TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@tyramadisonmusic?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tyramadison?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2457941/support] PODUNK PERSPECTIVE PODCAST