The Kruse Brothers: Heartbreak and Honky Tonk

In this episode of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill catches up with The Kruse Brothers — Chandler and Miles — two talented siblings whose debut album Heartbreak and Honky Tonk is shaking up the country music scene. The brothers dive into their musical upbringing, their early days playing weddings and parties, and how their classical and pop backgrounds influence their unique country sound. They share behind-the-scenes stories from recent gigs, including a wild private show in Vegas and their time at the legendary Steamboat Music Festival. The duo opens up about their songwriting process, the personal stories woven into their lyrics, and how live performance fuels their artistry. From collaborations with Nashville heavy-hitters to their plans for an overseas tour, this episode is packed with laughs, harmonies, and a glimpse into what’s next for one of country’s most promising new acts. The Kruse Brothers: @kruse.brothers Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round(00:00:55) - White on the Ground(00:03:13) - Brothers Play Honky Tonk Band(00:06:14) - Honky Tonk Band on Finding Their Roots(00:08:19) - Heartbreak and Honky Tonk(00:10:17) - Saguaro Project(00:10:50) - When A Cowboy Gets The Blues(00:13:28) - Tulsa County Jail Song(00:16:20) - Drake on Playing in the Honky Tonks(00:17:00) - David Lee Murphy on Making Mama Cry(00:21:18) - Honky Tonk Country Song 'Hummingbird'(00:24:02) - Hummingbird(00:29:09) - Read This Book On An Airplane(00:31:53) - Married to My Wife(00:34:22) - Boskoe on His Car Insurance(00:37:32) - Razor Audi Podcast(00:39:51) - Other People That Have Made an Impact(00:42:43) - Lil' Debbie and Avery Anna(00:45:25) - Audience at Beyoncé's(00:45:37) - Honky Tonk Heaven(00:49:51) - Dan and Trent on Their First Album(00:52:53) - Honky Talk(00:53:53) - The Cruise Brothers(00:57:46) - Raised Rowdy