Marriage On The Road Aint Easy - Featuring October Rose

In this heartfelt episode of Next Rung Radio Podcast, Ron Creech sits down with husband-and-wife country duo Leanne Wise and Derek Allen of October Rose to talk about building a life, family, and music career together through faith, grit, and unwavering commitment.From meeting at a small New Jersey gig to touring across the country with their daughter, the duo opens up about navigating rejection, chasing dreams, balancing marriage with business, and learning how to define success beyond fame and money. Their story is one of resilience, trust, sacrifice, and staying committed to both the music and each other.The conversation also dives into songwriting, raising a child on the road, viral music moments, and how their hit song “Heart Can’t Lie” unexpectedly became an anthem for couples around the world. Honest, inspiring, and deeply relatable, this episode is a powerful reminder that the journey matters just as much as the destination. Key Takeaways• Why communication and trust are everything in relationships• How resilience matters more than overnight success• The importance of defining success on your own termsEpisode Highlights• The story of how October Rose first met• Raising a daughter while touring the country• Viral moments and emotional fan stories• The truth about surviving the music industry as a couple• Behind-the-scenes insight into songwriting and touring lifeTo learn more about October Rose Visit https://www.octoberrosemusic.comSupport the show