Dan Smalley s06e10 @ Buckle & Boots 2026

Ten years in Nashville. A new chapter ahead. And one of country music’s most authentic voices closing out Season 6...In the final episode of Mo Ho Sessions Season 6, we sit down with Dan Smalley at the 10th anniversary of Buckle & Boots Festival 2026 for a long-form conversation about songwriting, survival, family, country music, and the stories that shape who we become.Fresh from reflecting on 10 years in Nashville, Dan opens up about moving back home with his family, raising his son, new music on the horizon, and why country music remains the perfect place for honest storytelling.We also chat about:🎙️ Growing up in Louisiana and discovering music through his father🎙️ Moving to Nashville and building a career over the last decade🎙️ Why he's leaving Nashville — but not leaving music🎙️ The changing landscape of country music and where the genre is heading🎙️ Why authentic storytelling still matters🎙️ Life, family, fatherhood and finding perspective🎙️ The inspiration behind songs like "The State of Country Music", "Lucky", and "Sleeping With Someone Else"🎙️ Why he refuses to chase trends and remains committed to writing honest songsPlus, Dan performs a powerful acoustic version of "Jerry's Ghost" — the song inspired by the life-changing night that saw him accidentally enter the wrong house, get shot, survive, and ultimately transform his life. It's a story of addiction, redemption, second chances, and one of the most compelling songs to emerge from modern country music.We also dive into the song's incredible impact, why so many people connect with its message, and how music can help people navigate some of life's darkest moments.And yes… we somehow end up discussing Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison, medieval survival rates, Toyota Tacomas, alligators, country music identity crises, and why Dan never wants to be labelled "bro country." 😂No rushed soundbites. No clickbait.Just real conversations and live music.🎧 Mo Ho Sessions — One song. One story.Hosted by Linda Conway (Voice of a Woman) and filmed/produced by DC Brown Live, bringing you long-form conversations and live performances from the world of country, Americana and roots music.📺 Watch more episodes: Mo Ho Sessions playlist🎶 New single arriving August 7th💿 New album coming in 2027Thank you for joining us for Season 6 of Mo Ho Sessions.Filmed at Buckle & Boots Festival 2026#DanSmalley #MoHoSessions #BuckleAndBoots #CountryMusic #JerrysGhost #TheStateOfCountryMusic #Americana #Songwriter #LiveMusic #UKCountry