Brayden Stewart: Texas Rock Roots, Better Part of Me & The Next Record

In Episode 286 of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with rising Texas rocker Brayden Stewart for a deep dive into his journey from small-town Scurry, Texas to building one of the most exciting rock-leaning acts coming out of the Lone Star scene today. Brayden reflects on discovering his powerful gravel-tinged voice as a teenager, the impact of growing up on everything from Pantera to country music, and how that blend shaped his signature sound. The conversation explores the success of his album Better Part of Me, standout songs like “Friends and Snakes,” and how touring with bands like Blacktop Mojo and Pecos & The Rooftops helped sharpen his live show. Brayden also shares stories from the road, the lessons he’s learned from veteran artists, and his experience signing a publishing deal with Warner Chappell while splitting time between Texas and Nashville. With a new record on the way, new songs like “Everything Must Go,” and even a European tour ahead, Brayden opens up about growth as a songwriter, building a bigger band sound, and why he’s more focused than ever on making records that hit harder and reach further. Follow on Social Media: Brayden Stewart: @braydenstewart.tx Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy