TL’s Road House

Return to the bus this week for a new episode of TL’s Roadhouse with Tracy Lawrence and special guest Brantley Gilbert. Brantley focuses in on letting listeners know how his hits came to be true Country and carving his unique path into the industry to get to where he is today. The two dive into the world of Country and what they feel defines the industry today, taking a peak behind the curtain to discuss the nuances that come with making music in today’s climate, as well as Brantley’s early exposure to music and dedication to getting in front of audiences as early as possible. The Country duo lets listeners in on their first sit-down conversation together – watch as the two become fast friends!

Tracy Lawrence welcomes listeners back to the bus for Season 2 of TL’s Roadhouse Podcast. Listen in as Tracy sits down with his number one most requested guest, Ryan Upchurch. They take a deep dive into his career and the unique path that got him to where he is today. The duo takes it back to the beginning to compare their different upbringings and influences within the Country industry, starting with Upchurch’s first musical motivations at 18 years old, the craziest experiences so far on the road and his hardcore fan base that keeps his will to continue strong. Tune back in to Season 2 for this hilarious episode – even learn Upchurch’s take on aliens!

We’re back in the Man Cave this week for a special meet and greet episode with Country guitar player and Tracy’s very own studio engineer Derek “Junior” Parnell. The MTSU alum shares his past highlighting his upbringing, where he is today, his early musical influences and the reason he chose to study studio engineering. Learn about the world of Music City and the magic of hearing a song before and after production. You don’t miss this special episode!

Tracy welcomes listeners back to the Man Cave with special guest and friend Scott Joyce, who doubles as Tracy’s piano player. Scott opens up about his influences and experiences that led him to pursue piano, his journey to Nashville and the ups and downs of playing in the music industry. Scott reminisces on the previous artists he’s worked with and the interesting perspective he holds watching the Country music industry and its artists grow. Tune in for a round of fast-fire Q&A questions to learn all about Scott!

On this week's episode of TL's Road House Tracy sits down for an exclusive "meet and greet" with his life-long friend and Tour Manager Tommy McDonald. The tight-knit duo reminisce on their experiences of life on the road throughout the years, including the best pranks they have pulled on each other, what the job of a Tour Manager entails and growing up in a small town together. The friends tell their best stories and reflect on the team culture they have created on the road together. This heartfelt and funny episode is one you won’t want to miss!

This week on TL’s Roadhouse, special guest Mitchell Tenpenny joins Tracy in the Man Cave. The Country artists reminisce on the evolvement of Country music in Nashville, Mitchell’s background and influences growing up in the publishing business and their experiences learning from Nashville’s best songwriters. The Nashville native discusses his favorite venues he’s played at, including the historic Ryman and Opry, and what those opportunities mean to him after growing up in the industry. Tune in today to learn all about Mitchell Tenpenny!

Tune in to the Man Cave this week for an exciting episode with a new special guest, Demps! Tracy dives in deep to get to know Demps’ background before becoming a social media star and podcast host herself, her life as a single mom and how she built her niche audience on Tik Tok through Country music and meeting people in the industry. Listen in to learn more about Demps’ secrets behind her social media strategy and her journey on how she came to be the person she is today. Don’t miss this hilarious episode!

Back in the Man Cave this week, Tracy sits down with Chase Matthew, one of the fastest rising names on the Country scene. The duo explores the world of Country as Chase recalls his journey as a growing artist, the uniqueness of being a Nashville native, how his passion for mechanics has tied into his success and the ins-and-outs of the social media era that helped launch his career. Listen in this week to become a fast fan of Chase Matthew!

Tune into the TL’s Road House this week for an episode with Tracy and special guest Kidd G. The most polite Georgia native shares how he got his start making music, his experience crossing the line from the pop/rap genre to his Country hit “Dirt Road” and what life in Nashville has been like for the rising star. As the duo discuss the generational differences they’ve experienced getting started in the industry, Kidd G opens up about his musical influences and his favorite outdoor activities, including his best hunting and fishing stories. Listen in to learn more about the Big Machine artist’s journey as a growing name in the Country scene!

This week on TL’S Road House, Tracy welcomes special guest Shane Profitt to the Man Cave. Shane reflects on his musical journey and shares that up until recently he was cutting grass for a living. Learn all about Shane’s life on the road as he looks to close out 190 shows this year and the unbelievable story of how his record deal with Big Machine came to be. The two reminisce on Shane’s accomplishments in Nashville including his first Ryman show and the surprisingly meaningful story behind his first Broadway experience. Shane even shares the hilarious truth on why he is banned from Walmart! Tune in this week to learn more about Shane’s story and his rising success.

This week in the Man Cave Tracy sits down with Rascal Flatts member and Country superstar Jay Demarcus. As 1/3 of the Rascal Flatts group and a record label CEO, Jay reflects on his last time playing with his fellow band members and their journey on the road at the height of their success. Tune in as the Country stars discuss Jay’s passion to work with and guide artists signed to his label, Red Street Records, and the generational differences Jay and Tracy see in the industry, particularly with social media as a playing factor. Get the inside scoop on Rascal Flatts’ biggest hits and how they came to be!

Listen in this week as Tracy welcomes special guest Ian Munsick to the Man Cave. The Country artists dive in deep this week to discuss what keeps them grounded and inspired as they navigate their busy lives on and off the road, how music is an area they continue to grow regardless of genre or career stage and how changing their mindset has helped them grow as artists. Ian reflects on his roots in Wyoming and how he stays connected to his hometown in the ever-changing Nashville Country landscape, and even gives listeners the inside secret to keeping his long hair healthy!

Tracy welcomes listeners back to the Man Cave for this week’s episode with the iconic singer-songwriter Colt Ford. The two influential Country stars reflect on their upbringings in Nashville and their most impactful work within the industry, including Colt’s most recent album, Must Be The Country, which featured Tracy. The duo focus on the new ways rising Country artists must make a name for themselves today and how it differs from the environment they rose up in, the different styles of music they appreciate and navigating through the varying phases of their careers. As the songwriter behind many of Country music’s greatest hits, Colt takes Tracy through his experiences writing hit records with some of the biggest names in Country music.

Tracy is back with another special guest this week! Stand-up comedian John Crist is in the Man Cave and giving listeners an inside look at the behind the scenes life of a comedian. Tune in as the duo discuss all things comedy and stardom including testing new jokes out on audiences and being a comedian in the world today. John reveals what makes the best jokes and where he pulls his content inspiration from. Don’t miss this hilarious episode!

This week in the Man Cave Tracy chats with multi-platinum recording artist RaeLynn. Tune in as the energetic duo relate on their experiences moving to Nashville as new artists, the adventures of parenthood and the dynamic journey of being a singer and songwriter in Country music. RaeLynn opens up on her songwriting process and what inspires her to connect to her fanbase, highlighting not only the fun times, but the trials of her real-life including marriage and parenthood. RaeLynn offers advice to rising artists and encourages them to find what makes them unique and stick to it. Tune in today!

Tune in this week as Tracy heads back to the Man Cave with special guest and singer-songwriter Kameron Marlowe. The duo sits down as Kameron opens up about his ‘90s Country music influences, including Tracy himself, his journey from a General Motors car employee to the rising artist he is today and an inside look at life on the road for two touring artists. Kameron shares the energetic, feel-good process of seeing a song come to life for the first time as something he will cherish forever. Listen in as the Country artists discuss the adventures of touring and all the fun memories that come with it, including their favorite drinking games!

Tracy kicks off TL’s Road House Man Cave Edition with special guest and Country music icon Lorrie Morgan. Listen in as the superstar duo discuss Lorrie’s emotional experience becoming an Opry member, who Lorrie’s Country Mt. Rushmore tattoo would include and their favorite places to travel around the world with family. Get ready to walk down memory lane as the two reflect on Nashville’s growth and the experience of making a name for yourself in the ever-growing Country industry. Lorrie even shares a funny secret about herself! Tune in to this week’s episode now

Tracy is back with another Spotlight Industry Insider episode. This week features The Tennessean’s Country music reporter and 2021 Rolling Stone Chet Flippo Award recipient Marcus Dowling. The two discuss the passion they share for the rich history of Country music and how its changed over the years. Learn about Marcus’ Country inspirations, influences growing up, how he finds what makes each artist unique and the “why” behind their music with each feature he writes. Dive into this Country expert’s brain on this week’s episode!

Tracy sits down with Country powerhouse, Randy Houser, for this week’s fully-loaded episode of TL’s Road House. Randy opens up about the evolution of his multi-faceted career, from his arrival in Nashville to his life after leaving a major label. You’ll even hear the stories of Randy’s first experience acting side-by-side with Leonardo Dicaprio under the direction of Martin Scorsese for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” and even which Country legend can take all of Randy’s money in a card game. Sit back and enjoy this week’s Country star tell-all.

Get ready for this week’s episode as Tracy welcomes multi-platinum, GRAMMY-Award winning, Zac Brown Band member and singer, songwriter Caroline Jones to the bus. Hear the inside story of her journey joining the legendary Country group, how it has affected her stage fright and even what song made her mute her guitar while performing with the band. Armed with her guitar and lyrics, you’ll get an inside look into every aspect of Caroline’s artistic vision during this in-depth sit-down.

Tune in this week to a great conversation with an Industry Insider celebrity stylist, Cherie Kilchrist. The small town Louisiana native tells her story of loving fashion since she was young, living in LA and becoming immersed in the industry, then finally making her way to Nashville. In her Country music career, she’s been a stylist for Sam Hunt, Dustin Lynch, the Aldean’s, and many more big artists. She shares her love for the Nashville community and how important it’s been to foster her fashion network to be the best stylist for her clients. You’ll love learning details about one of the stylists who dress your favorite artists!

This week on the bus Tracy gets real with Spencer Crandall for another Breakout Artist Spotlight episode. They chat about the changing landscape of music, record labels, TikTok fame and the impact of streaming. Opening up on his journey, Spencer explains how he’s gained fans through his platforms and has connected them to his story, vulnerability and the music he is passionate about. Sit back, relax and learn about the inner workings of rising star Spencer Crandall.

Back with another Breakout Artist Spotlight episode, Ashley Cooke joins Tracy on the bus for an episode filled with depth, laughter and surprise moments. Answering the tough questions about what makes them truly happy in the music business, the Country artists discuss how each milestone they’ve reached and hardship they’ve faced has shaped their journey. Also, thanks to Tracy, Ashley tries her first peanut butter and jelly sandwich live on air - find out whether she likes it or not.

This week Tracy continues his Breakout Artist Spotlight Series with police officer turned Country music singer-songwriter, Frank Ray. With his energetic flare and blend of Latino/Americana, Frank is turning heads and particularly impressed Tracy with his live performance. Since May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the pair discuss FRAY, Frank’s nonprofit mental health campaign that caters specifically to first responders and their mental wellness. Join in for some laughs, while learning all about one of Nashville’s hottest rising stars.

This week Tracy welcomes actor, singer and songwriter Charles Esten on the bus to discuss the evolution of Nashville and how they’ve seen the city change over the years. Listen in as Charles, also known as Chip, explains his love for acting and finding dynamic roles to play like Deacon Claybourne and most recently Ward Cameron. Throughout their meaningful conversation, Charles even encourages and inspires Tracy to continue pursuing acting as a different creative outlet. If you loved the hit series Nashville or streaming sensation Outer Banks, you are going to love this insider episode!

Tracy kicks off his Breakout Artist Spotlight Series with one of his rowdiest episodes yet featuring ACM Nominated Priscilla Block, a skyrocketing artist who found viral success early on TikTok. As they discuss her career and how meeting Taylor Swift was the encouragement she needed to keep following her dreams since moving to Nashville 9 years ago, she also questions why people think females can’t sell just as much beer as male artists. With her overwhelming confidence and catchy music, she explains to Tracy how she is set on changing that stigma and is proud of the songs she is writing and the fanbase she has acquired. Have a cold one ready to join the stars as they shotgun a beer together in true Priscilla-style!

This week Tracy welcomes Easton Corbin to the bus and they discuss their long-time influences, including Merle Haggard and Hank Williams, and the impact they’ve had on their careers. Corbin recalls purchasing his first Haggard album and practicing his guitar licks when he was in the 6th grade. Proud of his new record, they consider the changing Country landscape and where he hopes his new music will fit in.

Tune in as Tracy welcomes Conner Smith on the bus for an in-depth episode. The pair discuss how to face the challenges and temptations that inherently come along with being an artist. Conner explains how growing up in Nashville, he dreamed of being a songwriter and his journey to releasing music and touring with some of Country music’s biggest stars.

Tracy welcomes one of Country’s fastest rising artists and songwriters, ERNEST to the bus this week. In this hilarious, yet honest episode, Tracy and ERNEST chat about the shift happening in the genre and how each new crop of artists are just “singing to their generation.” Grab a cold one and enjoy their untold stories.. you may even hear ERNEST's first rap about his Pokemon cards.

This week Tracy sits down on the bus with veteran singer-songwriter Craig Campbell to discuss this next stage in his career and releasing his first album as an independent artist. They share heartfelt moments about the quick passage of time and the importance of being a father. Listen in as they dive into the changing industry and releasing music to a new generation of fans.

TL’s Road House welcomes Chelcie Lynn on the bus this week. Prepare for some unheard stories, including Chelcie’s connection to Betty White and what happened behind the scenes when she pranked Luke Bryan. You’ll want to grab a drink for this week’s episode as Tracy gets to the truth of how Chelcie got into stand up and much more.

Tracy is back on the bus with a new episode featuring one of Country music’s favorite heartthrobs, Riley Green. Watch as these two Country stars bond over their Southern roots and share the stories about how their radio hits affected the people they reference in their songwriting. Tracy gets the inside scoop of Riley’s life on the road, fan girls and even what Riley considered his actual major in college, this week on TL’s Road House. q

Get ready for an unhinged episode as Tracy welcomes Texas hitmaker Randy Rogers on the bus this week. Randy gives the behind-the-scenes stories like which performance he calls “the show of his life” to what caused the band’s biggest fight. Enjoy as the Country mainstays exchange their funniest stories on this week’s brand new episode.

Grab a drink and get ready to dive into the world of Hollywood with Michael Roark on this week’s episode of TL’s Road House. Learn how the “Dolphin Tale” actor prepares for his roles by creating a playlist to explore his characters’ mindset. From the roles that had the biggest impact on Roark and his progression into becoming a producer, Lawrence gets an inside look into the life of an actor. Watch as entertainment worlds collide in this tell-all episode. 

TL’s Road House kicks off the new year with breakthrough artist Trey Lewis. Get the inside story on his raunchy hit single and the unconventional way he joined the Kid Rock tour. The Country hitmakers open up about dating apps, sobriety and their journey in Nashville on this week’s tell all episode. 

This week on TL’s Roadhouse, Tracy is joined by fellow 90s Country star, Tracy Byrd. The “Watermelon Crawl” singer holds nothing back as he and Tracy look back on their 30 year friendship that goes hand-in-hand with their shared time in the Country music industry. Listen in as they discuss their new generation of fans, the swing of Country radio and their early influences. Grab a drink as the famed Country artists share their unbarred opinions on the music industry and more. 

This week on TL’s Road House, Nashville's star Chase Rice takes a seat on the tour bus to discuss all things Country music. Rice dives in to the making of his upcoming album I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell and the two-week creation process. Grab a cold drink and get ready for this rollercoaster conversation about how times have changed, life as a young male star, the controversy he has faced and how life on the road results in stories that will one day be lead with “back in the day…”

This week on TL’s Road House, Tracy Lawrence welcomes trailblazer Dee Jay Silver onto the tour bus. Silver toured exclusively with Jason Aldean for ten years as his touring DJ, which Lawrence recently joined as direct support for select dates. The two dive right in and discuss their time together, how Silver landed his label deal as a Country DJ, the passion they share for their work, hardships they’ve experienced, how music evolves through the years and so much more. Grab a drink and listen in on this compelling conversation between two of Country music’s groundbreakers.

On this week’s episode of TL’s Road House, Georgia Native, Travis Denning joins Tracy Lawrence on the tour bus. The two discuss college football, how to captivate a crowd and what what his wife gave the green light on. Grab a cold drink and listen in while these SEC boys dive into the forever evolving music industry. 

On this week’s episode of TL’s Road House, Country music groundbreaker Lainey Wilson joins Tracy Lawrence on the tour bus in West Virginia. The two friends discuss what life was like as an artist during the pandemic, as Wilson shares she wrote a total of 300 songs during that isolated period. Grab a cold drink and listen in while these southern stars dive into old touring stories, the overwhelming emotions that come with success as an artist and Wilson’s upcoming appearance in season five of Yellowstone.

This week on TL’s Roadhouse, Tracy is joined by one of Country music’s hottest stars, HARDY. The genre-bending singer/songwriter joins Tracy on his bus at Bristol Motor Speedway ahead of their Country Thunder festival performance. The Country artists dive into HARDY’s world over the past few years, including life on the road for the record-breaking Morgan Wallen tour, what to expect with his crossover sound in his upcoming music and his 2023 headlining tour plans. Get ready to cheers with the artists as they share their crazy behind the scenes stories, including how they’re both lords in Scotland!

Ahead of her opening spot on the Tracy Lawrence and Clay Walker tour this fall, rising Country star Alexandra Kay joins Tracy on this week’s episode of TL’s Road House. Listen in as the Country artists compare the differences between the start of their careers, her rise on social media and the Country legends that influenced their sound. Grab a drink and unwind into this episode to get an unfiltered look into the Nashville music scene from the perspective of both generations.  

On this week’s episode of TL’s Road House, Country superstar Jason Aldean joins Tracy Lawrence on the tour bus for a laid back tell all. The two dive into their pasts and swap stories about growing up, the journey to becoming Country stars and adjusting to the artist lifestyle. They share stories from the road, their latest music interests and how one of them became a Scottish Lord! Sit back and enjoy the honest conversation between two of Country music’s household names.

This week on TL’s Road House, singer-songwriter Dustin Lynch steps onto Tracy’s tour bus for a candid chat. Get an inside look into Dustin’s experience getting his pilot’s license, his journey as a successful songwriter and the artists' perspectives on the downtown Nashville live music scene. Pour yourself a drink for this honest conversation between two of Country’s biggest names as they discuss all the unrestricted topics. 

The second episode of TL's Road House features Country superstar, Tracy Lawrence, sitting down with multi number one hit maker, Michael Ray. In this week’s show, Michael and Tracy paint the picture of life as an artist and give listeners a few never-before-heard stories about fellow Country giants. They shed a light on the band talk that takes place after a show, what the artists’ lives look like off the road and the shift from 90s to modern Country music.  Grab your drink and step on to Tracy’s tour bus in this week’s new episode. 

The pilot episode of TL's Road House features Country Superstar, Tracy Lawrence, sitting down with cross genre record-breaker, Jelly Roll. Taking place in Tracy’s tour bus, the artists discuss everything from Jelly’s first stop after prison, how they handled COVID lockdown, the evolution of Country music through the eras to how they’ve celebrated their first successes in the industry. Grab a drink and listen to this honest, unrestricted debut episode.