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TROT LINES with AARON BEHRENS

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:10 +0000

On today's pod I sit down with my new friend Aaron Behren's! He's most known for being half of the Austin based dance rock ground, Ghostland Observatory but he's got a new solo project in the works! We talk about being surrounded by women, creating an image, playing ACL Festival, sustaining a career for 20+ years, release strategies, Austin in the early 2000’s and the legendary Saxon Pub.

Find Aaron's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.aaronbehrens.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

FIX YOUR FACE with JOSH WARD

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 05:00:30 +0000

In my final live episode from The MusicFest at Steamboat 2026, I catch up with one of my oldest friends in the biz. Texas Country troubadour and legend, Josh Ward and I talk about being friends for 15 years, touring in a bus, commanding a room, his new record and why it took so long, being home as a full time musician, holding your band to the highest standard and soooo much more.

Find Josh's music, tour dates and merch at https://joshwardmusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

NACISSISM & INSECURITY with CORY MORROW

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:35 +0000

A true Texas music legend and good friend, Cory Morrow along with one of the best guitar players I know, John Carroll join me live from the mountain at The MusicFest at Steamboat 2026. We get into driving fast, getting older, The Zone Recording Studio, molding your own sound, the Nashville Sucks era, Cory’s band, writing with Dean Dillon and much more!

Find Cory's music, tour dates and merch at https://corymorrow.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

COMFORTABLE BEING UNCOMFORTABLE with SUSAN GIBSON

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:36 +0000

On episode TWO live from The MusicFest at Steamboat, I got to talk to my new friend, dog lover and hit songwriter, Susan Gibson. We cover a lot of ground talking about publishing checks, songwriting accountability, personal and specific lyrics and even kicking raccoons.

Find Susan's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.susangibson.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

RESTING DISGRUNTLED FACE with SHELBY STONE

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:25 +0000

On our first of four LIVE PODS from The MusicFest at Steamboat, we get to talk with Texas's own rising rockstar, Shelby Stone! We talk about how to sing correctly, the struggles of being a female artist, playing at Billy Bob’s, unique release strategies and the swinging pendulum in the music industry.

Find Shelby's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.theshelbystone.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

I THINK I WANT A DIVORCE with NATE BURNHAM

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:00:42 +0000

We've been trying to have this conversation for a loooong time and it finally happened with my new friend, Nate Burnham! We talk about what makes trucks cool, the history of rodeoing, songwriting retreats, Wire Road Studio and Nate’s first record, Jiu Jitsu, transitioning from athlete to musician, being from Utah and SO much more! Enjoy!

Find Nate's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.nateburnham.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Deep Ellum Brewing and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

Bri's YEAR END MESSAGE 2025

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:02 +0000

You guys listened to my year end message in 2024 more than any other podcast we released, so we're going to make it an annual thing! We've seen lots of gigantic changes and shifts in music and in the world in general this year, and I hope you're all making it through with strength and gratitude!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

SHELL OF A PERSON with RASHELLE STETMAN

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:43 +0000

Rashelle Stetman is a professional artist specializing in graphite illustration as well as tattooing. She's a van-lifer and one of the coolest people I know. We get into the hilarious story of how we met, the IG game, working at night, running and scaling a business, creating authentic content, building a team, clients with bad intentions, setting prices even NFTs. Enjoy!

Find Rashelle's work and contact her for your own commissioned piece at https://rashellestetman.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

PUTTING ON THE BACKPACK with JON WOLFE

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:33 +0000

Today on the pod I get to catch up with my friend, the Texas country legend and tequila connoisseur, Jon Wolfe. I learn a bunch of new details about Jon’s beginnings and we also getting into the making of the “Barstool Therapy” music video, authenticity, touring smarter, finding the right producer and his very own Juan Lobo Tequila.

Find Jon's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.jonwolfecountry.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

FEET FINDER with KYLIE FREY

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:52 +0000

Got to catch up with my old friend and one of my favorite singer-songwriters, Kylie Frey on today's pocdast. We get into makeup and hair preparation, smelly RV’s, music videos, boudin, starting an all female band of non-Texas country artists, Feet Finder and soooo much more in this episode. Don't forget to check us out on YouTube to see the full version of this episode!

Find Kylie's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.kyliefrey.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

MY LAST BOOK with JOSH CRUTCHMER

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:03 +0000

Today I get to talk with my friend, Josh Crutchmer. He's an author, a red dirt connoisseur and a writer for Rolling Stone (among many publications). We recorded this podcast live in the Martin Guitars showroom in Nashville, TN. Don't forget to check us out on YouTube to see the full version of this episode!

We talk about Martin Guitars, Giving Red Dirt Music validity, Josh’s purpose behind covering our scene, self-publishing and spending a year on the road with Wyatt Flores.

Find more on Josh and all of his books at https://backloungepublishing.bigcartel.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

TWINS IN CALIFORNIA with DAVE HAUSE

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:13 +0000

Dave Hause is a Rock n Roller based in California and we share a booking agent that sparked our friendship and so I was very excited to have this conversation put on tape with my new friend Dave! We talk about prioritizing your time as a musician, twins, touring being a gift, syncs and music supervisors along with his own music festival, Sing Us Home Festival. Dave's new album ".. And The Mermaid" is out now!

Find Dave's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.davehause.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

LOST OR DEAD with KAT HASTY + Hand Drawn Records (LIVE from 8750 Festival)

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:35 +0000

What a fun and effortless conversation with my friend Kat Hasty, live from The Motherlode Saloon in Red River, NM. We dig into weird stage habits, her new music on the way, drunk musician vs professional musician, making content and the expenses of touring.

Find Kat's music, tour dates and merch at https://kathasty.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

I BE TRYING HARD with ADAM HOOD + 8750 FEST!

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:09 +0000

Today, we're in the moutains of New Mexico with one of my most talented friends, Adam Hood! We get to talk about balancing being a songwriter and a road dog, building a home, the motivation of writing a song, publishing deals, re-recording an album, and being an introverted artist. We also talk with Charlie and Nicole, the organizers of the 8750 Festival in Red River, New Mexico!

Find Adam's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.adamhood.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

COOKING WITHOUT WINE with RICK TREVINO

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:57 +0000

Today, a living legend. A wordsmith. A wine connoisseur. Rick Trevino joins me in the van (RV) to talk about his whole experience of life thus far, along with wine, his getting signed Cinderella story, speaking Spanish, tropical music, writing on piano vs guitar, having a writing partner and his awesome family!

Find Rick's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.ricktrevino.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The Music Fest at Steamboat and CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

GETTING PAID TO YAP with TWIN RIVERS MUSIC SCENE

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:54 +0000

These girls are on a mission to bring light to the Twin Rivers Music Scene, which is the place I call home in New Braunfels, Texas. They became friends through meeting at shows and events in the Twin Rivers scene and decided to take their passion to the next level with media coverage and a podcast of their own! This conversation was my first ever time talking with Reid and Madison but we hit it off instantly. Enjoy!

Stay up to date with the Twin Rivers Music Scene at https://www.instagram.com/twinrivers_musicscene

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, 8750 Festival, The Music Fest at Steamboat, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

40 YEARS OF MUSICFEST with JOHN DICKSON

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:47:46 +0000

John Dickson has been fostering the Texas music scene for over five decades and is the brains behind one of the best Country music festivals in the United States. John joins me today to talk about the 40th Anniversary of MusicFest which is held annually in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Get your The MusicFest at Steamboat package now at https://www.themusicfest.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, 8750 Festival, The Music Fest at Steamboat, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

COVER BANDS, DON'T LISTEN TO THIS with KRISTI GRIDER

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:59 +0000

Quite possibly the MOST talented guest we've had on the show so far, Kristi Grider is a good friend of mine from the New Braunfels, Texas area and we dig into topics like playing and teaching piano, being a substitute player, singing harmony, high profile gigs, The Finishing School, therapizing your friends and the benefits of walking. Enjoy!

Find Kristi's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.instagram.com/kristigrider

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, 8750 Festival, The Music Fest at Steamboat, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

MOMMA KISSER with MADAM RADAR

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:06 +0000

Today's pod guests are one of the coolest AND cutest bands in Austin, TX! We get to talk with Kelly, Jace, Kody and Violet of Madam Radar about Palindromes, The Goose on Lime Creek, band names, family bands, The Finishing School, female musicians, genre lines and their new album “Motel”. Enjoy!

Find Madam Radar's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.madamradar.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival, The Music Fest at Steamboat, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

GOTH COUNTRY with BOONE CARTER

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:41 +0000

I recently discovered Boone when my boyfriend judged a songwriting competition that Boone won, and then I realized he is literally GREAT at everything. Our friends at The Goose on Lime Creek linked us back up to have this conversation. We talked about teleprompters, goth country, cover songs, music for film and acting among many things. Enjoy!

Find Boone's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.instagram.com/boone_songs/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival, The Music Fest at Steamboat, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC CRUISE with GARY P NUNN

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Today, I interview a legend! Gary P Nunn joins the pod to talk about the Texas Country Music Cruise, writing a book, friendship with Willie Nelson, drummers and Texas Music Heritage.

Find Gary P's music, tour dates and merch at https://garypnunn.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival, CH Lonestar Promo & Release Rocket Media!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

WHOLE FOODS LEMONS with ISMAY

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Today we make a new friend! ISMAY is an outstanding human and artist based in California who happens to have a podcast of her own on The Bluegrass Situation podcast network! We went wayyy over on time so you're welcome and I hope you enjoy learning about ISMAY as much as I did!

Find ISMAY's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.ismaymusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

$100,000 MICROPHONES with BART CROW

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Today's guest is one of my bestest friends in the whole world, Mr Wear My Ring himself, the one and only... BART CROW! We talk about everything from sales tax and pranks to parenthood and career trajectories. Enjoy!

Find Bart's music, tour dates and merch at https://bartcrowmusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

WRITING SOBER IS WEIRD with THE STATESBORO REVUE

Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Two of my favorite brothers in the Texas music, Garrett and Stewart Mann make up The Statesboro Revue and they joined me on the couches for this weeks episode. We talk about using AI for tasks, back hair, battling siblings and their brand new Self-Titled album!

Find Stateboro Revue's music, tour dates and merch at https://www.statesbororevue.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing, 8750 Festival & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

COMES WITH A PRICE with STEVE TREVINO

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

My fairly new and HILARIOUS friend, Steve Trevino, kindly welcomed us into his home podcast studio to film this episode. We talk about sleeping with your road manager, comedy and music parallels, representing Mexican-American culture, The Comedy Store, and mentors.

Find Steve's tour dates and merch at https://stevetrevino.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

BREAK FROM THE HEART with KC JOHNS

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

KC Johns is an incredible singer-songwriting artist based in Nashville, Tennesee and we had an incredible conversation live from the mountain at Steamboat MusicFest 2025! In this episode we get into Old Fashioned’s, cruise ship jobs, Nashville, singing in the mountains and touring overseas.

Find KC's music, tour dates and merch at https://kcjohns.rocks/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

SUPRISE COLONOSCOPY with SUNDANCE HEAD

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Sundance Head is not only one of my oldest friends in the Texas Country scene, but a previous WINNER of NBC's The Voice and probably the most insanely talented individual alive. In this episode we discuss divine intervention, only fans, shooting yourself (accidentally), colonoscopies and much more.

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

TOOTIN' MY OWN HORN(Y) with DALE BRISBY

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Dale Brisby is a one of a kind personality, entrepreneur and real life (actual) cowboy. In this episode that was filmed live at The MusicFest at Steamboat 2025 we talk about when Dale and I used to date, haters, documentary making, attitudes and all things rodeo.

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

THE WILD WEST with BRENDON ANTHONY & JON RANDALL

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

This is one of the more serious (and IMPORTANT) conversations I've had so far on the podcast, and I was lucky enough to get to have it with two good friends. Brendon Anthony is the newly named VP of Big Loud Texas and brilliant fiddler. Jon Randall is a hit song writer, producer and co-founder of Big Loud Texas. We talk about things like the Texas music scene, the politics of live music, Product vs Legacy and the impact of AI.

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

SHORT BRIM JOURNEY with MAX & HEATHER STALLING

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the first of four LIVE episodes from Steamboat MusicFest 2025. Two of my inspirations and great friends helped us kick things off. We get into many topics such as ex-husbands, cassette collections, mortal vs immortal musicians and skinny dipping and they even perform a few live songs.

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

TEXAS WINE INDUSTRY with CHRIS BRUNDRETT

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Today we're joined by Chris Brundrett from the award-winning William Chris Wines in Hye, TX. We dig into wine-making, the creation of his label, Texas wines and being your best self. This is the first of many interviews on our horizon where we'll be branching out from the music industry. Please let us know if you have any guest recommendations!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

PROCESSING FEES with KYLE PARK

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

We decided to kick off 2025 with a conversation with one of my oldest friends in the music biz, Kyle Park. He is a brilliant and hilarious mind with lots of great insight into being a professional musician. We talk about gator hunting, Texas wine country, his new band The Texas Trio and even sleep schedules. Hope you enjoy!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Hand Drawn Pressing & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

BRI'S YEAR END MESSAGE

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000

I thought I'd close out the year with some words of reflection. I hope you get something from this and move into 2025 headstrong. Thanks to all of our lovely listeners and especially those of you who are new to the podcast. We're glad to have you!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

YEAR END BRI-VIEW 2024

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000

What an incredible year it's been for the podcast! We have big things planned in 2025. As Kyle says, we are going to expand to other industries as well, like William Chris Winery (we interviewed one of the owners)! I shamelessly ask for an Only Vans laptop, we shoutout our sponsors and ask for more, and reveal we are doing FOUR LIVE PODCASTS AT STEAMBOAT MUSICFEST 2025!

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Producer Kyle at: onlyvanspodcast@gmail.com

GETTING GOOD AT CARING LESS with Michael & Michaela Kelton

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Today we have one of my favorite couples on the podcast! Michael is currently Pat Green's drummer and also has a solo artist career. Michaela is the creator and artist behind More Than Music Creations. We talk about losing brain space, being parents and their unique side hustle.

Find Michael's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.michaelkelton.com/

Find More Than Music Creations at https://www.morethanmusiccreations.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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WAIT, BUT I'M SAD with ALLI MATTICE

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Today's guest is my peace & love and all things groovy friend, Alli Mattice! We talk about the making of her record, her journey as a yoga teacher, setting boundaries, and how she merges yoga practice with her art. You're gonna love it!

Find Alli's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://allimatticemusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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GO BACK LIKE CAR SEATS with BLEU EDMONDSON

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000

On today's episode of Only Vans, we have one of my all-time favorite Texas Country singers, Blue Edmondson! We talk about Robert Earl Keen, self-worth, getting Stoney’d and making a record with Wade Bowen.

Find more info on Bleu's at https://www.facebook.com/bleuedmondson/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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I'LL LOVE YOU FOREVER with SUNNY SAUCEDA

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000

My "Redneck, Squeezebox, Mexican" amigo, Sunny Sauceda joins us on the podcast this week to talk about content creation. He's a three-time grammy award winner who's making the switch from Tejano to Texas Country and he has some great insight on content creation, mentality and blurring genre lines to share!

Find Sunny's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://sunnysauceda.net/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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KEYBOARD CAPTAINS with CLAY HOLLIS

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000

My little brother and best friend, Clay Hollis, is my guest on the podcast today! Of course we talk about what he's been up to and his latest song, and then dig deep into... our live sound rigs!? I hope this episode gives you a ton of new insight into the high level of knowledge that's needed to tour like we do as independent artists, but (full disclosure) the second half might go right over your head if you're not interested in the nitty gritty. Enjoy!

Find Clays's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.clayhollis.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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LIFE'S HARD FOR AN OUTLAW with DALLAS BURROW

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000

One of my favorite people on earth, Dallas Burrow, stopped by for this new episode to talk about owning a music venue, having a complicated past, shamans, Charley Crockett and all the good vibes!

Find Dallas's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.dallasburrow.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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TECH BROS with MASON LIVELY

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Fresh off a new full length album, Mason Lively joins the show to chat with Bri about songwriting, priorities, babies, and the housing market. Do yourself a favor and check out Mason's new album, "Burn The Ground" today!

Find Mason's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.masonlively.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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SAD COUNTRY & SELF-CONFIDENCE with RYDER GRIMES

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Ryder Grimes is one Texas Country's most exciting up and comers. He's got a vintage old soul style and one-of-a-kind voice. On today's episode we dive into starting early, self-confidence, fashion sense, and the classic "van vs bus" argument.

Find Ryder's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.rydergrimes.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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SLEEPER MEAT with JARROD MORRIS

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Fellow Texan, country musician and podcaster, Jarrod Morris, joins on this week's episode to discuss being "cool", hygiene, meat and the origins of Farriery. This is a hilarious and honest conversation and it was so great getting to know Jarrod.

Find Jarrod's music, podcast, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.jarrodmorrismusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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BEAN & CORN SURPRISE Pt. 1 with JOSH GRIDER

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Josh Grider is a successful songwriter and touring musician, as a solo artist and half of the Topo Chico Cowboys. We also happen to share a hometown in Las Cruces, New Mexico. We talk about the desert we were raised in, New Mexico food, not being qualified for real world jobs and much more in this hilarious episode of Only Vans.

Find Josh's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.joshgrider.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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THROWING SPAGHETTI with KAYLA JANE

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Kayla Jane is unapologetically her, as evidenced in her new track "Queen of Bad Decisions." She texted Bri that nothing is off limits, and this raw, unfiltered conversation is personal, honest, and fun! They get into topics such as being a female singer and how that can affect relationships when it's not the right partner.

Find Kayla's music, tour dates and merchandise at http://kaylajanemusic.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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CLIFFS OF MOHER with MATT HILLYER

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Bri is joined by Americana music icon and former member of the legendary Texas band Eleven Hundred Springs, Matt Hillyer. Matt is one of the funniest people alive and the two reminisce on hilarious shows, MusicFest at Steamboat (of course...) and talk about his brand new album "Bright Skyline" out now on State Fair Records.

Find Matt's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://matthillyer.com/

Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, The MusicFest at Steamboat, Lakeside Tax & CH Lonestar Promo!

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GARTH ENCOUNTERS with DALE MARTIN

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Dale Martin is an accomplished music columnist and theater production manager in New Braunfels, Texas. He joins Bri to talk about his hilarious journey full of Garth encounters, insane rider requests and bridging genres with his writing over the past four decades.

Find Dale's weekly column at https://herald-zeitung.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

WHY BMI? with MITCH BALLARD

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Live from the legendary Saxon Pub in Austin, TX, Bri sits with friend and BMI's Executive Director of Creative in Texas, Mitch Ballard. They discuss what BMI is and why it's important, along with the constantly evolving nature of the music business and what BMI is doing to keep up and help artists.

Find more about BMI at https://www.bmi.com

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GOAT BLOOD with CODY & SHANNON CANADA

Mon, 20 May 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Texas Country artist Bri Bagwell chats with friend, mentor and famed lead singer of Cross Canadian Ragweed, Cody Canada and his wife/manager Shannon in the bus, covering a wide variety of topics like racial injustice, partying, the metal music scene and shifting priorities after having kids.

Find Cody's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://thedepartedmusic.com/

Thanks to CH Lonestar Promo for being the best merch company in all the land!

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

Outro music: "Elle" by Cody Canada & The Departed

WEARING TOO MANY HATS with KYLE GARRETT

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

I talked Kyle into joining me on this side of the camera for this episode and he had a lot to say about streaming and the need for being creative when it comes to releasing music these days.

We thought this would be the perfect episode to announce that we are joining The Bluegrass Situation Podcast Network as their very first Good Country affiliated pod!

Find Kyle's music, tour dates and merchandise at www.kylegarrettmusic.com

Thanks to CH Lonestar Promo for being the best merch company in all the land!

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Who's Keeping Score?" by Kyle Garrett

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LIVE! from Devils River Distillery with MIKE CAMERON

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Finally got to sit down with my friend and partner, Mike Cameron from Devils River Whiskey to talk about all the outstanding philanthropic work he's been doing with his company in addition to making the best whiskey there is right in downtown San Antonio. We recorded this one LIVE from the speakeasy in the distillery!

If you are 21 or older, find Devils River Whiskey at https://devilsriverwhiskey.com/

Thanks to CH Lonestar Promo for being the best merch company in all the land!

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

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KISSING FROGS with COURTNEY PATTON

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Finally got to talk with my bestie Courtney Patton before our show together at Saxon Pub in Austin, TX. She even brought me gifts! This episode is full of hilarious Mile 0 stories, memories, ideas and more.

Find Courtney's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://courtneypatton.com/

Thanks to CH Lonestar Promo for being the best merch company in all the land!

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Electrostatic" by Courtney Patton

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IT TAKES A VILLAGE with SCOTT SEAN WHITE

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Scott Sean White is definitely the most prolific songwriter I know. He has become a dear friend over the years and has introduced me to many of my favorite people in the industry. We have a great conversation about songwriting and his new chart topping album. Also Rachel Loy, Melissa Fuller and Kate Bowen are the writers on Cowboy 😜

Find Scott's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.scottseanwhite.com/

Thanks to CH Lonestar Promo for being the best merch company in all the land!

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "12 Notes and 26 Letters" by Scott Sean White

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PEOPLE SAY WEIRD STUFF with DUSTIN SCHAEFER

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000

My friend Dustin, aka Sunshine, aka amazing musician, aka also Shane Smith's guitar player and harmonies, joins the pod today to talk about everything he's been up to. He even teaches me how to use a fire extinguisher!

Find Dustin's music, tour dates and merchandise at @dustinschaefermusic on IG and FB

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Wild Nights" by Dustin Schaefer

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POPS & OTTERS with CALVIN PLUMB

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

After years of being told we should meet, Doc Plumb and I finally get to know each other on today's episode and he's full of incredible ideas to support musicians and some outstanding stories!

Find Doc Plumb and Lonestar Medical at https://www.lonestarmed.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell

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HOUSE CATS with JONNY BURKE

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000

My friend Jonny tells us the difference between jail and prison, explains prison jobs and what the other type of house cat is. He also doesn't watch Orange Is The New Black so I learned a lot.

Find Jonny's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.jonnyburke.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Last Time I Get Drunk In This House" by Jonny Burke

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MONK FRUIT with DJANGO WALKER

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Django is one of my favorite people on earth and we talk about the difference between monk fruit and sugar, along with how hard it is to adopt a dog and his upcoming record!

Find Django's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.djangowalker.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Somewhere In This Town Tonight" by Django Walker

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GOOD PEOPLE with ANDI HOLLEMAN

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Andi is one of my central Texas singer favs. She recently made a big life leap and I wanted to talk to her about it and some other stuff like good people, all her musical endeavors & more!

Find Andi's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://andihollemanmusic.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Back To You" by Andi Holleman

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YEAR END BRICAP 2023!!

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Closing out 2023 with a bang in the new rig, with my best friend, talking about all the best moments from Only Vans this year. Thank you all for an outstanding year one. See ya on the other side!

If you love what we're doing, please consider supporting by visiting our website and joining my Patreon where you'll get every episode one week early and ad free!

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Roof Over My Head" by Sarah Hobbs

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PUBLISHING DEALS with DREW KENNEDY

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Had just the best time talking with my music couples group compadre, Drew Kennedy. Not only does he love west Texas maybe more than me and can carve a turkey like a boss, he writes some of the most beautiful music I've ever heard. RIP Van.

Find Drew's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://drewkennedymusic.com

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "So Far To Go" by Drew Kennedy

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MAGIC CARPET RIDE with RIO TRIPIANO

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

If you don't know about Brio, this episode isn't for you. Kidding! My bestie Rio Tripiano (previously of Copper Chief and The Washers) just put out his first solo album and we talk about how making records is different today than it was a decade ago, and reminisce on many hilarious memories from our youth.

Find Rio's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.riotripiano.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Crystal Bottles" by Rio Tripiano

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SPRINTER VON PROBLEMS with MICKY BRAUN

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Micky de la Motorcars just happened to be hanging around so I talked him into sitting down for a while, and it happened to be the funniest podcast episode yet! We talk about our similar vehicle issues, Hats, schvitz and more.

Find Micky's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://mickyandthemotorcars.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Stranger Tonight" by Micky & The Motorcars

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THE PAUL EPISODE

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Ole' Blue Eyes himself, Paul Eason is my guest today! He's my hunny and also in a band called The Wilder Blue. I bet you can guess how this one goes. But if not, you're welcome to tune in and share it with 4-7 friends!

Find The Wilder Blue's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.thewilderblue.com/

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Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Peanut Butter" by Paul Eason

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MAPS & MUSICFEST with WILLY BRAUN

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Willy ever so kindly invited us into his home on a last minute change up due to the scorching heat of Austin, Texas. We talk about good and bad memories from the past decade, MusicFest and a whole lot more.

Find Reckless Kelly's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://recklesskelly.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Crazy Eddie's Last Hurrah" by Reckless Kelly

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GET OFF MY LAWN with BO BRUMBLE

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Bo is one of my favorite duet partners and overall people on earth. He's an incredible working musician and smoker master. Today's episode was supposed to be about the art of playing 3-hour gigs, but we didn't really stay on topic...

Find Bo's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.facebook.com/BoBrumbleMusic/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Loose Behavior" by Timber Wilde

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DYNAMICS with BONNIE BISHOP

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

BB² in the van today, talking about singing, cooking and room-mating.

Find Bonnie's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.bonniebishop.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Every Happiness Under The Sun" by Bonnie Bishop

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OPENING SPOTS with JADE MARIE PATEK

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Bri & Jade chat (inside) about acoustic shows, transitioning to full band shows, opening spots, pay rates and much much more!

Find Jade's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://jademariemusic.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Hey Darlin'" by Jade Marie Patek

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BAD FILL-INS with MARK MCKINNEY

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

One of my oldest friends in music, Mark McKinney and I get to talk about one of our favorite topics... FILL INS! And yep, mainly bad ones, but a few good ones too.. and Covid, and the bahamas and my dog. What else is new? You're doing great!

Find Mark's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.markmckinney.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Lonely Bones" by Mark McKinney

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DATING YOURSELF with JULIANNA RANKIN

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Dating as a musician can be hard. Dating as a female IS hard. Our resident dating expert, Julianna Rankin (who happens to be an exceptional musician and female) is today's guest and we talk about the pro's and con's of dating apps and much more!

Find Julianna's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://juliannarankin.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "New Money" by Julianna Rankin

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ROCKSTAR S**T with AJ VALLEJO

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

You'll quickly learn that AJ is one of Bri's oldest friends and they have no problem talking dirty details. This episode is a bit more graphic than usual so maybe don't listen with your kids in the car...

Find AJ's music, tour dates and merchandise at http://www.loveandchaosmusic.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Just Another Day" by Vallejo

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INTERNET FEET with SARAH HOBBS

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Bri and Sarah hop in the van to talk about their DMs, poets, pranksters, feet and armpit pics and much more!

Find Sarah's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.sarahhobbsmusic.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Black Bayou" by Sarah Hobbs

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SONGWRITING with HELENE CRONIN

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Bri fan girls over one of her favorite songwriters, Helene Cronin. They also chat about what Onlyfans is, becoming a career songwriter and all other parts of being one.

Find Helene's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.helenecronin.com/

Intro music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro music: "Lucky Me" by Helene Cronin

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GREEN ROOMS with JARET REDDICK

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Bri and Jaret talk about basically everything but green rooms, including mustard on feet, knowing too many guitar chords and Diet Coke.

Find Jaret's music, tour dates and merchandise at https://www.jaretrayreddick.com/

Intro Music: "Free Man" by Bri Bagwell
Outro Music: "1985" by Bowling For Soup

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Welcome to Only Vans!

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Only Vans is the new podcast brought to you by country music singer, Bri Bagwell, where she talks with her friends in her van about unique topics like feet pics, dating in the music scene, tour bus and green room antics, and so much more. Coming soon, with new episodes every other Monday.

www.onlyvanspodcast.com

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