Live and Amplified's Indie Fusion Podcast

Boys Only! Podcasting, Live Sound Fails, CMA Fest, and #NotNashvilleApproved

No guest this time—just Tom Kwiat and Jeff Cabana hanging out for a classic "boys only" episode of the Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast! In this episode, the guys talk about: * Preparing for upcoming Musical Outlaw showcases * Live sound equipment upgrades and production challenges * Podcast growth and content strategy * CMA Fest plans and dream interviews * Building the #NotNashvilleApproved movement * Music gear, microphones, guitar strings, and emergency gig bags * Road stories, travel mishaps, and small-town adventures * The realities of being independent artists and promoters Whether you're a musician, songwriter, podcaster, or just enjoy hearing two friends talk shop, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories and plenty of laughs. 🎙️ Follow Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w]? 📱 Follow us everywhere: @LiveNAMplified #NotNashvilleApproved #Songwriter #Texas #Podcast #IndependentMusic

Amber Westerman | Leaving Nashville, Finding Authenticity & Building a Music Career in Texas

Texas singer-songwriter Amber Westerman joins Tom Kwiat on the Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast for a deep conversation about authenticity, mental health, creativity, and navigating the modern music industry. Amber opens up about: * Leaving Nashville and returning home to Texas * The pressure of social media and “going viral” * Why authenticity matters more than algorithms * Burnout in the music industry * Building her podcast The Authentic Heart * Songwriting, wellness, and finding creative balance * The difference between the Texas and Nashville music scenes We also talk about podcasting, independent artistry, merch struggles, songwriter communities, and why long-form conversations still matter in today’s world. 🎶 Amber also discusses her new music, upcoming releases, and the inspiration behind songs like “Barefoot Days” and “Feel At All.” 👇 Follow Amber Westerman below and support independent music! #AmberWesterman #Songwriter #Texas #NotNashvilleApproved #Podcast

Kenya Reese | Opens Up About “Carry On Cowboy,” Colorado Country Music & Rodeo Life

Country artist Kenya Reese joins the Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast to talk about her powerful new single “Carry On Cowboy,” growing up between Illinois and Colorado, rodeo culture, social media in country music, and chasing her dream as an independent artist. Kenya shares the emotional story behind “Carry On Cowboy,” inspired by her grandfather’s struggles as a rancher and the mental health crisis facing farmers and ranchers across America. She also talks about performing at the Premier Women’s Rodeo, building a music career independently, hunting in Colorado, and balancing authenticity with social media in today’s music industry. If you love independent country music, rodeo culture, and real conversations with rising artists, this episode is for you. Listen to the full Indie Fusion Podcast on Spotify: Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Follow Live and Amplified: Instagram: @LiveNAMplified #KenyaReese #CountryMusic #IndieArtist #Rodeo #Texas #NotNashvilleApproved

Guy Patrick | AI Music, Texas Country, Spotify Scams & The Future of Independent Artists

What happens when real musicians collide with the AI music era? 🤠🎙️ On this episode of Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast, Tom Kwiat sits down with Texas country artist Guy Patrick to talk about the changing music industry, the reality of Spotify payouts, live music culture in Fort Worth & Dallas, songwriting, touring, AI-generated music, authenticity in country music, and why independent artists may have more power now than ever before. Guy Patrick dives deep into: 🔥 The truth about wedding band life 🔥 Why small venues may be the future of live music 🔥 AI music vs REAL artistry 🔥 Spotify, merch sales & independent income 🔥 Texas country culture & Fort Worth music scene 🔥 Why imperfections make music human 🔥 Creative freedom in modern country music If you care about songwriting, independent music, Texas country, outlaw country, or the future of live performance… this episode is for you. 🎧 Follow Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast on Spotify: Live and Amplified: Indie Fusion Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w?utm_source=chatgpt.com] 📲 Follow us everywhere: @LiveNAMplified #NotNashvilleApproved

Leavin Page Town | From Minnesota to Texas – Touring, Storytelling & REAL Country Music

Leavin Page Town joins the Indie Fusion Podcast to talk about their journey from Minnesota to Texas, life on the road, and why REAL storytelling still matters in country music. From touring through West Texas and playing iconic listening rooms to recording new music and navigating the rise of AI in the industry—this episode dives deep into what it means to stay authentic as independent artists. We also talk about: * Their upcoming single dropping May 21 * Recording in Fort Worth & Nashville * The Texas music scene vs. everywhere else * Life-changing moments that shaped their music * Why live shows matter now more than ever If you’re a fan of independent country, Americana, and artists doing it their own way… this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen to the full Indie Fusion Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TqxCTAKDdzulaHvq7mp4w]? 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more #NotNashvilleApproved artists