Picks And Bones

I am excited to be apart of getting this weeks guests music out their. J. Stephens has been working on his dream of releasing his first album for a long time and its happening this Friday. I hope you guys will share my love for the energy and positivity this guys brings to his music.

The Golden Lancers are a hard driving Honky Tonk /Carolina Clay band out of Greer,SC . With the classic combo of steel guitar and some hot chicken picking these guys know how to get your feet moving. I sat down with Randal and David from the band to talk about the band and we debut their new song "One, Four, Five". I think you will love these guys and their honesty sticking to tradition.

Gabe and I talk about his music and life during the current state of the world. We talk insights and what we hope comes out of all this for music.

You might remember this guy he had some hits back in the early 2000's. Clay Davidson hasn't had it easy and it pulled him away from doing what he loves which is playing and singing. I got to sit down with him and talk all things music, where he came from, and how he is getting back into playing. The amount of talent this man possesses is incredible and I had goose bumps during a certain portion of this interview. Yall show him love and support, follow his Facebook page and catch a show when...

Today I give you yet another amazing NC musician. Jesse Frizell is a no bones about it kind of artist who writes what he feels in the moment. His tone is reminiscent of the 80's country we loved with a modern set of balls. He runs a songwriters group to help strengthen his community. You can find his music on Spotify and Itunes. Love this episode consider becoming a patron and visit. www.patron.com/join/picksandbones also visit www.biobidet.com help yourself by not having to worry about...

What were you doing when you were 12 years old, riding bikes, shooting hoops or playing video games? Today's guest was putting her first metal festival Snow Fest together in Sweden. Cynthia Luna Frost in an enigma in the truest sense and her passion for music and performance is massive. I know I typically promote Americana music but Symphonic Metal is a distinct genre that's worth exploring. Cynthia and I talked about being music lovers, which can cross those invisible lines, continents and...

I love all kinds of music and yes I know I cover Americana etc... But these are are too amazing musicians to pass up the chance to interview. Marbin Guitarist Dani Rabin and I had a great conversation a few weeks ago and the result is this show. If you are a serious musician you'll love this one because we talk about the technicalities and structures of music. It's a lot harder to covey a message as an instrumentalist rather than a singer/Songwriter. Visit www.marbinmusic.com to learn more...

Just ahead of tonight's Carolina Revue I caught up with Mitch Stewart from Vagabond Crowe. Vagabond Crowe is a Western NC based American/Folk band and their music leans heavy into remembering there is still magic to playing music. There are songs of love, acceptance, and finding stillness in ones self. If you listen to their album Fortune Teller you'll experience their unique vision of songwriting and storytelling. Visit www,vagabondcrowe.com They are playing the Carolina Revue tonight Feb...

What happens when you take a Northeast Georgia girl with an incredible voice and drop her in Nashville? You get Erica Sunshine Lee, she’s a singer, songwriter, producer, country girl with the flair for Rock and Roll. Erica has been making music for over a decade bringing her unique sound to audiences as far as Australia. She is one of the most down to earth artists I’ve had to pleasure to interview and meet. I like real people and that is exactly what you get with Erica! She can take you to...

I first heard this weeks guest Andrew Chastain back in December when he was apart of a round table and i was blown away by his voice. Andrew writes about love, loss and embracing your roots. Whether you are listening to Andrew do an acoustic show or with his band of 5 years you wont be disappointed. You can follow Andrew Chastain on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Love the show become a Patron and help keep interviews with great artists coming your...

Billy Don Burns has been making music for over 50 years and has worked with some of country musics greats. He was friends with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson got him out of jail. That's all just the behind the scenes, Whitey Morgan, Cody Jinks and Colter Wall have recorded his songs and Shooter Jennings has a BDB Tattoo. Billy and I talked about his story and why so many of the newer artists like him so much. I'll say this some heroes are even better in...

It's Valentines week so my gift to you is a local favorite, Greg Payne of the Piedmont Boys. Greg has been out singing his song all across the country with different artists for years. The Piedmont Boys are a hard working Honky Tonk band and put on one Hell of a show. Greg and I talked about him going from being a college athlete to becoming a country artist. Greg has a deep appreciation of the local singers ans songwriters he has worked with. Join The Piedmont Boys, MuscleFoot and the...

Chris Boone is a Charleston,SC based Americana musician, he is making waves in the local music scene. He blends traditional country with a more outlaw feel. We had a great conversation about the music scene in SC and where we see it going in the future. https://www.patreon.com/join/PicksAndBones

This week I bring you Pistol Hill, a Carolina Clay artist from the hills of North Carolina. He a road warrior in his touring schedule so this interview was months in the making. We get his aspect of songwriting and the support the local scene and musicians are giving each other. His music can be found on Itunes and Spotify and there are some great live videos on YouTube for you to check out! Featured songs are Short Drive Worth a damn w/ Justin Clyde Williams Two Jacks...

This week I talk with Brandi Colt, an upstate SC singer/Songwriter. We dive into her new single "Didn't Last" and what it took to make the music happen for her. We also get her process and take on writing and being a woman in today's male dominated music scene. We also got some shouts outs to the friends and fans that are driving the music scene. Follow her on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/brandielizabeth1234 Instagram- @BrandiColtMusic Spotify-...

Welcome everyone to Picks And Bones, this week I had the pleasure of interviewing Seth Jones a Texas Red Dirt/Alt Country artist. His songwriting and musical composition hearken back to the 90's country we grew up on. We talked about the people who laid his musical foundations and the ones that continue to inspire him as an artist. His latest album "Puzzleman" can be found on Spotify, ITunes and Apple Music Please consider joining the Picks And Bones family by donating to our Patreon to...

Pablo is the amazing guitar player from Micky and the Motorcars, he is also the slayer of Purple Rain doing Karaoke. Pablo has also introduced the steel guitar into the bands music to help take them to another level. Kick back and enjoy our conversation about being in a hot band on the rise and the festival scenes. Please go visit the Patreon page and help support the show. Just like the artists we go out and support at their shows with buying tickets, door fees and buying merch. There are...

If you've been around Monticello, IL and heard some good old working mans music, You're most likely hearing today's guests 3 Gun Whiskey. These guys, play write and perform some of the hardest driving, blue collar music around, We got right into the conversation talking about their music, some of our mutual musician friends and life. Jed and Brandon are like your buddies you grew up with and most likely got into trouble with (It was worth every second of it). Follow 3 Gun Whiskey on Facebook...

Mudbone's music is as American as apple pie and just as humble. His blues run deep into his southern heart that needs to get out and Honky Tonk. We talked about what it takes to make a song resonate with peoples hearts and souls. I asked about how deep someone's roots go and grow to ultimately created MudBone. Featured music "These Days" "The River Song" With this being the last show of the year I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to listen and help get the show out there. I...

This weeks guest Corey hunt is probably just as known known in Texas as he is in his home of North Carolina. Corey is a songwriters musician and it shows in his lyrics and collaborations. He is Red Dirt and a true southern gentlemen. I feature his song "Explain" one of my personal favorites and "Come on out tonight" that conjures memories of bon fires and old friends. Corey Hunts music is available on Itunes and Spotify #CoreyHunt #Picksandbones #RealCountry #RedDirtNC