Tx2Tn Podcast Ep189 Rhett Embry

Rhett Embry is an emerging singer-songwriter and rock musician known for his raw, gritty sound that blends **Southern rock**, **grunge** influences, and elements of **Texas/red dirt country** or "y'allternative" vibes. He hails from small-town roots in **Alabama**, where he grew up immersed in the backwoods culture that heavily informs his honest, personal songwriting. He has since become associated with the broader Southern and Texas music scenes, often performing and collaborating in Texas venues and circles.### Background and StyleEmbry crafts deeply personal music that explores themes like **heartbreak**, **ambition**, **small-town struggles**, and emotional vulnerability. His style fuses Southern grit with unfiltered rock energy—described as "Southern grunge" or raw rock with storytelling roots. He's often compared to or grouped with artists in the Texas independent/red dirt scene, such as Dylan Wheeler (with whom he has collaborated), along with others like Mac Hankins, Pecos & The Rooftops, Koe Wetzel, and Giovannie and the Hired Guns.He writes, composes, and performs his own material, emphasizing authenticity and emotional depth over polished production. His performances are noted for their "grit and fire," making him a standout live act with rowdy, high-energy shows.- Embry released his **debut album**, *Slow Burn*, in 2025 (announced around July 2025 on his socials, with tracks totaling about 38 minutes across 12 songs). The album is available on major platforms and marks his full-length introduction to wider audiences.- Key singles and tracks include:- **Make Me Feel** (his most streamed, with over 365,000 streams on Spotify as of recent data; often listed as a 2024 single, sometimes featuring or associated with Dylan Wheeler).- **Dirty Dreams** (a standout track with a music video/performance that's been praised for its intensity; featured in live sessions and YouTube uploads highlighting his fiery delivery).- **Time** (2023 single).- **Out To Dry**, **Someone Else**, **Movin' On**, and others from the album or EPs.- Spotify: Around 4.8K monthly listeners, with steady growth.- Instagram (@rhett.embry):- Active on TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube for live performances and interviews.Rhett Embry represents the new wave of independent Southern/rock artists breaking through via streaming, social media, and grassroots live shows. Still early in his career (debut album in 2025), he's gaining traction as "a guy to watch" for his authentic voice, powerful performances, and ability to channel personal stories into gritty, relatable rock. Fans of Southern rock, Texas country-rock, or grunge-infused storytelling often discover him through recommendations in that scene. For the latest, check his Instagram, Spotify artist page, or streaming platforms where *Slow Burn* and his singles are available.