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The Rugged Revival Podcast | Home of the UK’s Country, Americana, and Roots Music Community.
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The Rugged Revival Podcast brings you laid-back, real conversations with country music artists, songwriters, and storytellers. We dive into their journeys, music, and everything in between—all while keeping it authentic, fun, and true to the rugged spirit we stand for. Follow us on social media and join our Facebook group to become part of the Rugged Revival community!
Episodes
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Wrong Notes, Pearl Snaps & Life on the Road: Lance Roark
Lance Roark has spent years figuring out what makes a song work - sometimes by writing bad ones, sometimes by rewriting other people’s, and eventually by learning when to stop chasing perfection altogether.In this episode, Lance talks growing up in Oklahoma, learning guitar alongside his dad,...
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Twenty Percent of Zero | B.Knox on Staying Independent
B.Knox is a Canadian singer-songwriter whose music sits somewhere between Alt-Country, Americana and the Folk traditions he grew up around. Raised between Newfoundland and Ontario, his songs carry traces of the East Coast homesickness, storytelling and old Celtic influences.In this Podcast…
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Keeping Lost Country Music Alive | Sean Burns
Country music has always had its stars. But just beneath the surface is another history - regional singers, forgotten 45s, small-town dance halls, independent labels, and working musicians whose records never traveled much farther than their own backyard.Sean Burns has spent years digging into…
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"Leave the Ego on the Stage" | Danny Raincheck of Whitey Morgan & the 78’s
Danny Raincheck has spent most of his life somewhere between loud music and the open road.Growing up on a dirt road in Flint, Michigan, he found punk and hardcore early—bands like Minor Threat and Fugazi shaping an attitude toward music that never really left. Decades later, that same spirit runs...
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Lucca Mae on The Teskey Brothers, Paul Weller & Her Rise Through the UK Soul Scene
Rising soul artist Lucca Mae joins The Rugged Revival Podcast to talk about her journey through the UK music scene, from early gigs to sharing stages with some of her biggest influences. She reflects on working with The Teskey Brothers, an unforgettable encounter with Paul Weller, and finding her...
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“Music Became My Therapy” | Jonathan Pennington of Moonlight Mile
Jonathan Pennington of Moonlight Mile joins Camden for an open conversation about music, faith, loss, family, and finding his true voice as a songwriter later in life.From his roots in church music to the experiences that shaped Moonlight Mile, Jonathan shares the highs, the hard moments, and why...
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The Time for Bullsh*t Has Passed | Justin Wells on Honest Music in an Artificial Age
Justin Wells is a Kentucky singer-songwriter and former frontman of Fifth on the Floor, known for honest songwriting, a fiercely independent spirit, and years spent earning his stripes on the road.We talk about finding your own voice, the DIY years, life on tour, modern country music, and why...
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Inside Life on the Road with American Aquarium | Guitarist Shane Boeker
Shane Boeker, guitarist for American Aquarium, joins Camden to talk about life on the road, playing guitar for a living, and the experiences that have shaped him as a musician. We get into how Shane got started on guitar, touring and playing live with American Aquarium, his approach to gear and...
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An Emotional Time Machine Through Vintage Country Music | Effy Harvard
Texas singer-songwriter Effy Harvard joins TJ on the Rugged Revival Podcast to talk about her love of vintage country music, the artists who shaped her sound, and why she describes her music as "an emotional time machine."From growing up on Brooks & Dunn and 1950s oldies to modelling around the...
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The TRUTH About Life as a Tour Manager (You Better F*ing Love It!) | Caitlin Wilhoit
What is it really like to be a tour manager in the music industry?In this episode, Cam sits down with Caitlin Wilhoit, an experienced tour manager, to pull back the curtain on life behind the scenes of touring. From the long hours and constant travel to the realities that fans never see, Caitlin...
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From Punk Rock to Tex-Mex Troubadour | Marshall Falcon
Marshall Falcon has played close to 3,000 gigs, toured the world, shared stages with some huge names, and built a life around music. Now he joins Camden, a.k.a. the Honky Tonk Hair Machine, on the podcast.Born in Rio Bravo, Tamaulipas, Mexico and raised in Houston, Texas, Marshall’s musical…
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From Bluegrass Banjo to Honky Tonk: Jackie Straw on Music, Style & Reinvention
From playing Scruggs-style banjo in an all-female bluegrass band to carving out her own lane in honky tonk music, Jackie Straw joins Camden for a candid conversation about her musical journey, performing live, and embracing fearless self-expression.Jackie shares how she transitioned from…
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Inside North Carolina's Appalachian Music Scene | Anna Victoria
Anna Victoria joins Camden for an honest conversation about growing up in the mountains of North Carolina, discovering her voice as a songwriter and navigating life as an independent Country and Americana artist.We talk about learning to perform live, protecting her voice, finding confidence on...
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The Brothers Comatose: Ben Morrison on 18 Years of Music, Family & Touring
Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose joins the Rugged Revival Podcast for an honest conversation about nearly two decades of building one of America's most respected bluegrass and Americana bands.We dive into what it really takes to keep a band together for 18 years, the realities of life on the...
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Pat Reedy on Busking, Nashville & Building a Country Music Career
Pat Reedy joins Camden to discuss leaving construction behind for country music, busking in New Orleans, life in Nashville, songwriting, touring and building a career without compromising authenticity.Originally from Chicago and now based in Nashville, Pat shares his journey from working...
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Keeping Traditional Folk Music Alive in Nashville | Mike Tod Podcast
Mike Tod joins Camden to discuss traditional folk music, Canadian roots, life in Nashville, forgotten songs, unusual instruments and why preserving musical history still matters today.Originally from Canada and now based in Nashville, Mike explores the stories behind traditional songs, the...
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"I'd Still Make Music If Nobody Listened" | Joe Stamm on Touring, Songwriting & Country Music
Joe Stamm of the Joe Stamm Band joins the Rugged Revival Podcast for a conversation about songwriting, touring, independent country music, recording albums, and building a loyal fanbase from the ground up.In this episode, Joe discusses life on the road, the realities of being an independent…
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Virginia's Appalachian Red Dirt Country Voice | Jacob Paul Allen
Jacob Paul Allen is a Country Music and Appalachian Red Dirt artist from rural Virginia, known for his authentic storytelling and unique sound.Jacob Paul Allen's music is a blend of Country, rock, and Americana, inspired by artists such as Turnpike Troubadours and Randy Rogers. Growing up in a...
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Alex Williams on Texas Country and Cosmic Country Influences
Get ready to discover the cosmic country sound of Alex Williams, a singer-songwriter from small town Indiana who is making waves in the music scene with his unique blend of Texas country and 70s cosmic influences.Alex Williams' journey to becoming a musician began when he started playing guitar…
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The Voices of Kentucky's Rising Music Scene: Gracie Yates & Brock Burton Podcast
Gracie Yates and Brock Burton, two talented artists from Kentucky, join us on the show to talk about their music, their inspirations, and their experiences in the industry. From performing at music festivals like Laurel Cove to overcoming stage fright and performance anxiety, they share their...
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From Biker Rallies to Music Management: Danielle Mashuda's Wild Ride
Imagine growing up surrounded by the sounds of outlaw country and the thrill of biker rallies, only to find yourself at the helm of a music management company, shaping the careers of emerging artists. Danielle Mashuda's journey is a testament to the power of passion and networking in the music...
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Bruce Springsteen Handpicked This Guitarist to Open for 85,000 Fans | Dan Patlansky
Bruce Springsteen handpicked Dan Patlansky to open for 85,000 fans in Johannesburg. We sat down with one of the world's top blues guitarists to find out what that moment felt like, what it's really like playing blues in South Africa, and why his latest album Movin' On is the most honest music…
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Wyoming Country & Western Revival | Bar Jay Bar Podcast
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery.Bar Jay Bar joins Camden for a conversation about modern Country & Western music, Americana storytelling, independent touring, songwriting, cowboy culture and building...
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Chicago’s Honky Tonk Revival | Meg and the Wheelers Podcast
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery."Meg and the Wheelers are a Country Western band from Chicago, Illinois. Their sharp-witted lyrics, solid harmonies, classic steel guitar twang, and enthusiasm for drinking...
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The UK's Dark Country Music Outlaw | Mike West
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery.Mike West joins us for a conversation on Dark Country, Folk, Blues, songwriting, touring and building an independent music scene in the UK.From heavy metal roots to…
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Real Texas Country Music | Military Veteran John Teague from Teague Brothers Band
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery. John Teague from Teague Brothers Band is our guest in this 50th episode of The Rugged Revival Podcast! "Teague Brothers Band is an Americana Folk Country Rock group led by...
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Waylon Jennings Meets ZZ Top | Buffalo Larry & The Rhyolite Sound
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery."Formed in Las Vegas, NV in 2013, The Rhyolite Sound have made waves wherever they've played. Often described as "Waylon Jennings being backed by ZZ Top", The Rhyolite…
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From Farm Life To "The Voice USA" | Ryan Coleman Interview
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery. Ryan Coleman is our guest in this episode of The Rugged Revival Podcast. Ryan, is a country singer-songwriter from southeastern Pennsylvania, blending real farm life with…
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Dolly Parton Meets The Cure | Bonnie & The Mere Mortals
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery. Camden celebrates his 50th episode!"Bonnie & the Mere Mortals are a Southern Gothic outfit that sound like what would happen if Dolly Parton ever met the Cure. Their...
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Road Worn Honky Tonk & Modern Americana Music | Willie Waymore
The Rugged Revival — independent Country, Americana & Roots music. Live sessions, artist interviews and real music discovery. "Straight out of Atlanta, GA, The Waymores are a honky-tonk duo keeping country music raw, road-worn, and rooted in truth. Fronted by husband-and-wife team Kira Annalise…
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Artist & Guitarist For Dark Folk Band "The Bridge City Sinners" | King Strang
King Strang is the ragpunk, old-timey, and always fun one man band project of Michael Sinner, proudly represented by Portland’s Flail Records. Using influences of traditional folk music as well as 40’s jazz sounds, King Strang blends the old with the new in all of his music. Often playing a...
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R.R. Williams - Raw Americana Rock & Honest Songwriting
R.R. Williams is a lot of things, and none of them are easily or quickly explained.These are songs about an American life from the honest-to-god user end, but believe you me- they waste not a single second muddling around in minutia. Williams’ writing quickly guides listeners straight into the...
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Los Angeles Artist Paying Homage to Old Time Country & American Roots | Rosy Nolan
Los Angeles country artist Rosy Nolan’s LP Main Attraction is steeped in Americana roots, Western swing, honky tonk, and old-time country, paying homage to the great American records of the 1920s–1940s. The album is drenched in heartache and longing—core themes that have defined Nolan’s…
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A UK Voice in Americana, Folk Rock & Blues | Emilia Quinn
Emilia Quinn is a UK-based artist blending Americana, folk rock and blues with a raw, soulful voice and deeply honest songwriting.In this Rugged Revival podcast, Emilia talks about her music, influences and journey, from festival stages to her latest album Dented Halos.This conversation explores...
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Country & Americana Music From The Shenandoah Valley | Dogwood Brothers Band | Braden Dahmer
Dogwood Brothers began in 2019 when a group of friends from the Shenandoah Valley came together in Richmond, VA to pursue a classic country sound. The band made its debut performance on CPA-TV's Blue Ridge Barn Dance in May 2021 and subsequently added new members, expanded its repertoire and…
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#1 Hits, Grammy Nominations & Going Solo | James Otto
James Otto has been called The Biggest Voice in Country Music & that might just be true. Standing a broad-shouldered 6 foot 5 inches tall, Otto has a powerhouse voice to match.His textured, sometimes raspy vocals are delivered with passion and plenty of soul.Otto blends that soulful voice with...
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Iris Marlowe - From Hell to Honky Tonk | Dark Country Revolution | Rugged Revival
Episode 44 Iris Marlowe is an alternative country singer straight from the pits of hell. If you like country music about beer, trucks, or fishing you’re really going to hate her music. Iris’ music is heavily inspired by ghost stories, the occult, and classic storytelling in country music. Hail...
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Capt'n Scum - Frankfurt-based Country, Folk, and Western Musician | Rugged Revival
In this episode, Camden sits down for a conversation with Capt'n Scum, who is a Frankfurt-based country, folk, and western musician.
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Confessions of a Podcaster! | Rugged Revival
In this episode, TJ & Ronnie give a little update into their time in Texas, whats been happening since then, and some confessions they need to get off their chest! Subscribe to the channel. Share it with your friends!
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Tyler-James Kelly - Real Country Music Is Back | Rugged Revival
Tyler-James Kelly joins Camden to talk about real country music, 1970s influences, and his latest music.Blending vintage tones with modern songwriting, Tyler-James Kelly is part of a new wave of artists bringing authenticity back to country, Americana, and roots music. Inspired by legends like…
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Eric Grate - The Notorious Adams Boys | True Story of a 1960s Touring Band | Rugged Revival
Discover the untold true story behind The Notorious Adams Boys, a remarkable new book exploring life on the road as a major touring band in 1960s and 1970s America. In this episode, Slim sits down with the author to dive into the inspiration, the history, and the raw, “hardscrabble” storytelling...
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Shane Kelley - Powerful Blues Soul Inspired by Gregg Allman & Howlin’ Wolf | Rugged Revival
hane Kelley emerges from a small town just south of the Florida–Georgia line with a voice that carries the grit, soul, and raw power of classic blues. Drawing inspiration from legends like Gregg Allman and Howlin’ Wolf, his sound blends deep-rooted blues with rich storytelling and an unmistakable...
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Sunny War - From Hardship to Folk-Blues Star | Rugged Revival
Sunny War enlivens traditional folk and blues by freshening her musical attack and writing lyrics that reflect 21st century concerns. Her first album, "Worthless", arrived in 2014, and she continued to gain attention as she built up a cult following that crested with the release of 2018's "With…
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Daniel Young - Indie Folk Americana | Another Golden Hour | Rugged Revival
Daniel Young is the kind of artist who doesn’t just make music—he lives inside it. A singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound engineer, and producer from Salt Lake City, Daniel has spent over two decades honing a craft that runs as deep as the mountains he grew up on. That sense of...
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Sherman Potatoe - Alternative Country & Americana Music From East Germany | Rugged Revival
Alternative Country and Americana from the land of the Krauts. With lyrics full of broken hearted and misery thoughts but with a glince to better times. Armed with a Banjo, Guitar and a voice like a yell over an Appalachian Holler. Dreaming of better days back in time and ahead.
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Emily Jamerson | Appalachian Singer-Songwriter from Eastern Kentucky | Rugged Revival
Emily Jamerson, a singer-songwriter from Prestonsburg, Kentucky, grew up surrounded by music and family. With a voice shaped by the mountains of eastern Kentucky, Emily's sound is part folk singer, part mountain siren. Her songs point to hope and reveal her love for the mountains she calls home.
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Brad Deerhake - The Blasphemous Voice of Blackened Thrash Metal | Demiser | Rugged Revival
Brad Deerhake is a force within the extreme metal underground, best known as the frontman for Demiser, where he performs under the moniker "Demiser the Demiser".Blending blackened thrash metal intensity with theatrical flair, his vocal style and stage presence have helped shape Demiser's identity...
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Andy Thomas - Fiery Southern Rock & Roll | High Octane Country Blues | Rugged Revival
Andy Thomas has worked his way up the ranks as an electrifying guitarist across the United States and abroad, whether it’s fronting his own wild-n-out project The Trongone Band or being the six-string rocket fuel for the melodic muscle car that is acclaimed Americana act Yarn. Produced by fellow...
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Van Tastik – Western Gothic & Dark Delta Rock | Rugged Revival
VAN TASTIK joins the podcast for a deep dive into his wild, foot-stompin’ world of Western Gothic Dark Delta Rock.Born in the United States and now tearing up stages across Europe, VAN TASTIK is a Roots artist with a sound and stage presence that feels like a lost travelling revival meeting....
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Walker Tex - Alt-Country from Glasgow | Modern Country with a Classic Soul | Rugged Revival
Walker Tex and Wilson Lyons are an alt-country duo with a deep connection to storytelling and a modern twist on traditional country music. Hailing from Glasgow, Walker’s love for country blossomed during his time living in Northern Ireland, where he met Northern Irish-born Wilson Lyons as young...
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The Rugged Revival Podcast brings you laid-back, real conversations with country music artists, songwriters, and storytellers. We dive into their journeys, music, and everything in between—all while keeping it authentic, fun, and true to the rugged spirit we stand for. Follow us on social media and join our Facebook group to become part of the Rugged Revival community!
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