PODCAST · music
The Road Less Traveled
by Defining Audacity Radio Show
Host Drew Myers puts singer/songwriters from the Texas Music scene in the spotlight, giving them the opportunity to share the story behind their music. These shows have been called "a once-in-a-lifetime and only-if-you're-lucky experience."
Episodes
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Shelby Ballenger: 'Let's shake on it'
Shelby Ballenger wrote one of her first songs while working as a beer girl at a golf course. Needless to say, she's come a long way in her musical career. Only 5 years later, Shelby is playing across the state with unbridled confidence, while letting her dynamic personality shine through. On this...
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Rob Redwine: A different-level creative
Rob Redwine returned to the show to re-share his remarkable story of triumph after nearly dying on stage. To say that Rob has maximized his second chance on life would be an understatement. He is scratching every creative itch that he has – from writing award-winning screenplays, to his books and...
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Live Show: Kylie Frey
Kylie Frey is country – through and through. She knows that, and she has whole-heartedly embraced that truth. Kylie’s genuine authenticity comes across in her music and in her songwriting, and that is exactly why we wanted to bring her on The Road Less Traveled. Originally from Opelousas,...
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Live Show: Zach Romo
Zach Romo might be the hardest working artist on the Texas Music Scene. When he’s not on stage, he’s probably on a tractor or working cattle. That dedication and hard work is starting to pay off for this Hunt County native and USMC veteran. He’s blazing an incredible trail with his music…
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Live Show: Josh Weathers
Josh Weathers might be the best entertainer on the Texas Music Scene. His recipe for creating raving fans is two-fold. The biggest thing, he’s not afraid to show his heart and soul on stage, but he also commands a room with his incredible voice and dynamic personality. You don’t just kind of like...
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Live Show: Matt Hillyer
Matt Hillyer helped start the band Eleven Hundred Springs in 1998. Over the course of two decades, and 11 albums, Hillyer and his band have proven time and again that they deliver everything that makes the classics so timeless: amazing songwriting, great performances and distinct personality. In...
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Live Show: Jackie Darlene
She’s not a household name ... yet! But Jackie Darlene is one of the brightest stars on the Texas Music Scene, and she is about to break through. As a songwriter, she has a powerful one-two punch – she’s genuine and she’s not scared to show her guts. That is an inspiring combination. Her heart…
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Live Show: Adam Hood
For 10 years of his music career, Adam Hood was just background noise in many of the venues he was playing. His audiences were more concerned with the eight ball in the corner pocket or chasing tail. Then this masterful storyteller, songwriter and musician came to Texas, and he was embraced with...
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Live Show: Zac Wilkerson & Walt Wilkins
The landscape of the Texas Music scene is beautiful, and it’s the amazing singer/songwriters that celebrate that beauty. Each one of these artists brings a wonderfully great perspective to the genre – each perspective is unique and powerful. Our two featured artists on this Road Less Traveled...
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Luke Prater: From the church to the bar
Like a handful of artists on the Texas Music Scene, Luke Prater honed his music skills in church. Now, this emerging singer/songwriter is leaning on his faith as he chases his dreams. With a brand new EP out and big plans on the horizon for 2021, Luke shared the story behind his music during a...
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Ronda Ray: Shot on down the road
Ronda Ray has an amazing light about her. It shines bright. But in the midst of Covid and a crossroads in her music career, her light started to dim. Ronda Ray realized quickly that she was not a quitter. She chose to lean on her faith and stay in the fight. This is her powerful story of...
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John Pops Dennie: Finally ... all in!
John Pops Dennie has been in and out of music for most of his life, but now he's all in! And just like the name of his brand new album, he's got "Something to Say." This is an inspiring story of not giving up on your dreams. John Pops Dennie: https://johndennie.com/ Tickets to live-audience show...
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David Adam Byrnes: Gettin' some steam
We're releasing this episode of "The Road Less Traveled" on Oct. 1, 2020. Tomorrow – Oct. 2 – David Adam Byrnes will be releasing his brand new album, Neon Town. This podcast will give you a new appreciation for this album, because DAB had to fight and scratch and claw to make it a reality - from...
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Curtis Grimes: Shining light in the darkness
It's amazing where faith will carry us. Curtis Grimes can't (and won't) disagree with that statement. This two-time Male Vocalist of the Year would still be playing baseball if it was up to him. Music was supposed to just be a hobby. But God had other plans and starting opening doors (and closing...
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Joey McGee: Moving from surviving to thriving
Joey McGee doesn't have a life list or a bucket list. He has a "If I Win the Lotto List." It's a fun way to put your goals, dreams and aspirations in the spotlight. The only problems ... 1) This singer/songwriter doesn't play the lottery, and 2) His list is full of powerful things that are…
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Amelia Presley: Soaring from the ashes
Amelia Presley has a powerful story. It revolves around abuse, faith, redemption and forgiveness. She was abused for 13 years, starting when she was 3 years old. In her 20s, she reached her breaking point and wrote a song about her hell. Nine months ago, she finally started to speak out. After…
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Damon Curtis: 'Here for a reason'
Damon Curtis lived with regret for several years. It all revolved around his dad losing his battle with cancer and the unexpected death of a very close friend. This talented singer/songwriter had to find a way to forgive himself. And he eventually did. All it took was a hand up from a friend and...
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Left Arm Tan: Damn the genre
Left Arm Tan is unlike any band on the Texas Music Scene. They're proud of that. Their lyrics are smart, they put an emphasis on harmony and they stay true to themselves. For the last 10 years, this band from Fort Worth has celebrated the journey. I was honored to finally get them on the show. I...
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Lindsey Lane: Bursting into song
Lindsey Lane has powerful story that started with a simple whisper. During a Bible study at church, the verse Isaiah 54 popped into her head. (Lindsey will admit ... she wasn't even sure there were 54 chapters in the book of Isaiah.) But when she looked it up, her life changed forever. She quit…
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Brittany Oviedo: Painting her masterpiece
Brittany Oviedo always wanted to be more than just a pretty face on the Texas Music Scene. She wanted to be an artist. It's evident on this episode of "The Road Less Traveled" that she has already accomplished that goal. She is staying true to herself, and that is coming through in awesome her...
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Tiona Campbell: Irrevocable power of the Holy Spirit
Tiona Campbell was simply following a whisper from the Holy Spirit when she started her music career at the age of 35. Her story, which has had its hardships, is a reminder to listen and be willing to jump. Besides being transparent with her faith, on this episode of "The Road Less Traveled,"…
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The Bodarks: Sound of hootenanny
The definition of hootenanny is: "an informal gathering with folk music and sometimes dancing." It's also the unique sound created by a super cool group on the Texas Music scene. I got the chance to sit down with two members of The Bodarks, Shelly New and Jeff Brooks. We discussed how the band…
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Season Ammons: 'Happiness ... it just is'
The power of music is real. So is the power of story. After sitting down and really getting to know Season Ammons, my appreciation for this incredible singer/songwriter grew exponentially. I already knew she had a cool vibe, but now I know where it comes from. This is powerful conversation about...
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Isaac Jacob: Rich in my soul
Isaac Jacob almost gave up on his music career in 2019. His mom encouraged him not to. He listened to his mom. Ever since that fork in the road, amazing doors have started to open for this singer/songwriter on the Texas Music Scene. Isaac is another testament to the power of staying in the fight...
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Dave Martinez: 11 am to sellout
Dave Martinez may be the most interesting guy on the Texas Music Scene. (He's definitely the only city council member and postman.) I enjoyed sitting down with him again, discovering his love affair with Turkey, Texas, and getting coached up on BBQ. We recorded this episode at The Post Office...
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Joshua Ray Walker: Staying in the fight
Joshua Ray Walker was just starting to catch fire - before a global pandemic brought his music career to an uncertain and scary stop. For 10 days, he didn't know which way was up, but he vowed to stay in the fight. His goal was to regain that momentum. We were fortunate to get him on "The Road…
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Bonnie Bishop: Revelations of Truth
Bonnie Bishop's Instagram handle is "@bonniebishopforrockstar." It's perfect! Because she is ... a rockstar. I had a very insightful conversation with this Grammy Award-winning songwriter. We discussed everything from college football and social injustice to the unique smell of a Mercedes Benz.
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Tommy Dussault: Out of the stranglehold
This is a powerful story of redemption. Tommy Dussault has had some dark times. Drugs and alcohol shutting out the light. But this singer/songwriter from Fort Worth, Texas, is holding his demons at bay and finally making inroads on the Texas Music scene. Tommy got very real and transparent on…
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Zac Wilkerson: 'There is so much outside the fence'
Zac Wilkerson has amazing perspective on music and life. He finally got the opportunity to share that on this particular podcast. You see, Zac has shared his story with us before ... so this time, we were able to have a different type of conversation – from vinyl records to his kids playing music...
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Hayden Haddock: Blazing his own trail
Hayden Haddock hasn't been making music very long. Just a few years ago, he wouldn't play in front of anyone. Now, some people are tabbing him the next big thing in Texas Country Music. His journey has been crazy, and some people disagree how he's gotten to where he is. But Hayden takes it all in...
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Brandon Rhyder: Rising from the ashes
Brandon Rhyder gets real on this episode of "The Road Less Traveled." He discusses his trials and tribulations that almost cost him his music career – not to mention his life. He also discusses the silver lining he discovered during that difficult time. Also on this episode ... we discuss how…
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Episode 136 Excerpt: Frontman for Mike & the Moonpies
In the near future, I won't be able to get Mike Harmeier on my radio show/podcast. He's the frontman for the badass band Mike and the Moonpies, and they're about to BLOW UP! I got the chance to sit down with Mike backstage at the Larry Joe Taylor Music Festival. I LOVED our conversation, talking...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Host Drew Myers puts singer/songwriters from the Texas Music scene in the spotlight, giving them the opportunity to share the story behind their music. These shows have been called "a once-in-a-lifetime and only-if-you're-lucky experience."
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Host Drew Myers puts singer/songwriters from the Texas Music scene in the spotlight, giving them the opportunity to share the story behind their music. These shows have been called "a once-in-a-lifetime and only-if-you're-lucky experience."
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