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From Bluegrass Banjo to Honky Tonk: Jackie Straw on Music, Style & Reinvention

From playing Scruggs-style banjo in an all-female bluegrass band to carving out her own lane in honky tonk music, Jackie Straw joins Camden for a candid conversation about her musical journey, performing live, and embracing fearless self-expression.Jackie shares how she transitioned from bluegrass to guitar, the challenges of being a solo performer, and what she's learned from years of playing Nashville's Broadway scene. The conversation also dives into her passion for fashion design, stage aesthetics, and how moving to California has inspired a bold new creative direction.If you love independent country music, honky tonk, Americana, bluegrass, and conversations with artists who are forging their own path, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 Introduction & Meeting Jackie Straw00:36 From Bluegrass Banjo to Honky Tonk Guitar03:03 Performing Live: Touring, Solo Shows & Nashville Stories06:42 Stage Style, Fashion & Creative Expression10:00 New Music, Touring Plans & Where to Follow Jackie#honkytonk #nashville #bluegrass Subscribe to The Rugged Revival. Share it with your friends. Support independent music!Listen to the full podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wnHcgA73o1aiiKaz882vH?si=30aabdaa220a4628Follow The Rugged Revival:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theruggedrevival/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theruggedrevivalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094507520679Website: www.theruggedrevival.comEmail: ruggedrevival@hotmail.com

Inside North Carolina's Appalachian Music Scene | Anna Victoria

Anna Victoria joins Camden for an honest conversation about growing up in the mountains of North Carolina, discovering her voice as a songwriter and navigating life as an independent Country and Americana artist.We talk about learning to perform live, protecting her voice, finding confidence on stage, the influence of Appalachian music and artists such as Luke Combs, Sierra Ferrell and Dolly Parton, balancing music with motherhood, and the challenge of staying creative in a world driven by social media.It's a thoughtful conversation about music, family, creativity and staying true to yourself while building a career in independent music.Chapters00:00 – Introductions, Weaverville, childhood.02:00 – Singing, vocal health and beginning her musical journey.06:00 – The pandemic, booking gigs and developing as a live performer.09:00 – Coping with distractions, confidence and performing.12:00 – Appalachian influences, Luke Combs, Sierra Ferrell, Dolly Parton and mountain songwriting.15:00 – Family life, being a stay-at-home mum, social media and balancing music with everyday life.Subscribe to The Rugged Revival. Share it with your friends. Support independent music!Listen to the full podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wnHcgA73o1aiiKaz882vH?si=30aabdaa220a4628Follow The Rugged Revival:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theruggedrevival/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theruggedrevivalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094507520679Website: www.theruggedrevival.comEmail: ruggedrevival@hotmail.com

The Brothers Comatose: Ben Morrison on 18 Years of Music, Family & Touring

Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose joins the Rugged Revival Podcast for an honest conversation about nearly two decades of building one of America's most respected bluegrass and Americana bands.We dive into what it really takes to keep a band together for 18 years, the realities of life on the road, songwriting, recording, balancing family life with touring, and why imposter syndrome never completely disappears—even after years of success. Ben also shares stories from The Brothers Comatose's journey, their connection to the bluegrass and Americana community, and what continues to inspire the band today.If you love bluegrass, Americana, roots music, folk, country, and behind-the-scenes conversations with the artists shaping the genre, you're in the right place!Chapters:00:00 Highlights00:36 Introduction02:00 Balancing Music & Fatherhood06:55 Growing Up in a Musical Family12:00 How The Brothers Comatose Have Lasted 18 Years18:00 Recording New Music & Touring Life25:15 Advice for Musicians31:30 Quick Fire Round39:40 Songwriting & Creative Process45:00 Imposter Syndrome & Defining Success49:45 What's Next for The Brothers Comatose?51:25 Final ThoughtsSubscribe to The Rugged Revival. Share it with your friends. Support independent music!Listen to the full podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wnHcgA73o1aiiKaz882vH?si=30aabdaa220a4628Follow The Rugged Revival:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theruggedrevival/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theruggedrevivalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094507520679Website: www.theruggedrevival.comEmail: ruggedrevival@hotmail.com

Pat Reedy on Busking, Nashville & Building a Country Music Career

Pat Reedy joins Camden to discuss leaving construction behind for country music, busking in New Orleans, life in Nashville, songwriting, touring and building a career without compromising authenticity.Originally from Chicago and now based in Nashville, Pat shares his journey from working construction jobs to becoming a full-time touring musician. We discuss learning music on the streets of New Orleans, the realities of touring, recording new music, balancing family life with a music career and why staying true to yourself matters more than chasing trends.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:00:39 Growing Up in Chicago00:02:06 Learning Guitar in New Orleans00:02:37 Busking on the Streets00:05:20 Building a Following in New Orleans00:06:45 The Realities of Touring00:08:58 Discovering Country Music00:11:58 Music After the Pandemic00:13:55 Dream Touring Destinations00:16:31 Stage Style & Authenticity00:17:05 Leaving Construction Behind00:18:45 Moving to Nashville00:20:40 New Album, Touring Plans & Family Life00:22:10 Where to Find Pat ReedySubscribe to The Rugged Revival. Share it with your friends. Support independent music!Listen to the full podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wnHcgA73o1aiiKaz882vH?si=30aabdaa220a4628Follow The Rugged Revival:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theruggedrevival/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theruggedrevivalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094507520679Website: www.theruggedrevival.comEmail: ruggedrevival@hotmail.com

Keeping Traditional Folk Music Alive in Nashville | Mike Tod Podcast

Mike Tod joins Camden to discuss traditional folk music, Canadian roots, life in Nashville, forgotten songs, unusual instruments and why preserving musical history still matters today.Originally from Canada and now based in Nashville, Mike explores the stories behind traditional songs, the connections between folk music around the world and how old music continues to influence modern artists. We also discuss his unique "Crankenstein" instrument, musical curiosity, collecting songs from the past and the importance of keeping traditions alive for future generations.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:00:30 Growing Up in Canada00:02:20 Discovering Music & The Crankenstein00:04:10 The Story Behind The Crankenstein00:05:20 Drones, Folk Traditions & Ancient Music00:08:10 Learning Guitar & Performing Original Songs00:09:40 Accessing Traditional Music in the Digital Age00:11:20 Researching Music History00:12:10 Playing The Crankenstein Live00:14:00 Creating Atmospheric Sounds & Live Performance00:16:00 Traditional Songs & Musical Origins00:17:50 The Artists Influencing Mike Today00:19:20 Studying Philosophy & Creative Thinking00:22:00 Horror, Heavy Music & Folk Culture00:24:00 Scottish Heritage & Family History00:27:10 Final ThoughtsSubscribe to The Rugged Revival. Share it with your friends. Support independent music!Listen to the full podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wnHcgA73o1aiiKaz882vH?si=30aabdaa220a4628Follow The Rugged Revival:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theruggedrevival/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theruggedrevivalFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094507520679Website: www.theruggedrevival.comEmail: ruggedrevival@hotmail.com