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The Watering Hole

Rhett and Jager
Songwriting
Pecos & the Rooftops
Nashville
Country Music
Oklahoma City
Red Dirt Music
Live Touring
Southall
Calf Fry
Avery Anna
Band Of Heathens
Arkansas
Music Fest 2026
Spotify
Steamboat Springs
Deep Eddy Vodka
Duo As a Format
Red Dirt Relief Fund
Bottomland

The Watering Hole Podcast is where great conversations flow like a cold drink at your favorite bar. Each episode dives into authentic stories, raw experiences, and the journeys of artists, creators, and everyday people making an impact. From music and culture to personal growth and behind-the-scenes moments, The Watering Hole brings listeners closer to the heart of the people shaping today’s stori... more

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Waylon Wyatt Flores
Musician, country artist
Episode: 205. Waylon Wyatt on NEW MUSIC, Arkansas, Dwight Yoakam & Turnpike Troubadours!
Kyle Hutton
Host of Real Life, Real Music
Real Life, Real Music
Episode: 204. Kyle Hutton on Real Life, Real Music, Bottomland, Parker McCollum & MusicFest!
Slade Coulter
Musician featured on the episode in a guest interview
Episode: 203. Slade Coulter plays live songs at MusicFest, talks new music & Football!
Shelby Stone
Musician and artist featured on The Watering Hole
Independent musician / Texas music scene
Episode: 202. Shelby Stone talks Billy Bob's, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Vinyl & New Music!
Band of Heathens
American rock band formed in Austin, Texas
Band of Heathens
Episode: 201. The Band of Heathens on Forming the Band, New Music, Ivy League School & more!
Avery Anna
Country artist featured on the episode
Episode: 200. Avery Anna on New Music, Day to Day Life, & Pinterest Boards! Ft. Garth Brooks Intro
Josh Meloy
Musician, discussed as the episode guest
Episode: 199. Josh Meloy on NEW music, Joe Stamm, Southall EP, Calf Fry & more!
The Kruse Brothers
Arizona country duo, guests on the episode
The Kruse Brothers
Episode: 198. The Kruse Brothers talk NEW MUSIC, Steamboat MusicFest, touring & more!
Josh Weathers
Musician, artist featured on the episode
Independent musician
Episode: 197. Josh Weathers on MusicFest, Dwight Yoakam, New Music, & Classic Country!

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Rhett
Host of The Watering Hole, often co-hosts episodes and drives conversations with guests from the music/arts scene.
Jagger
Co-host and primary interviewer, guiding episodes with guests ranging from musicians to producers and industry observers.

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201. The Band of Heathens on Forming the Band, New Music, Ivy League School & more!
Q: What advice can you give young musicians about forming a band and lasting in the industry?
They caution that giving generic advice is tricky; success has varied paths, and staying independent has worked for them, emphasizing finding your voice, having a clear reason why you're making music, and being willing to work hard while also allowing space for each member to contribute creatively.
193. Pecos & The Rooftops on starting the band, new music, tour & more!
Q: How important was streaming platform choice for Pecos & The Rooftops' music release strategy?
Streaming choices mattered; Pecos notes Spotify's rise as a preferred platform during their rise, discusses artist payouts on Spotify vs Apple Music, and highlights the importance of adapting to platforms that help reach listeners.
193. Pecos & The Rooftops on starting the band, new music, tour & more!
Q: How did Pecos approach touring early on, and what advice does he have for younger bands?
Early touring was fast-paced and learning-filled; Pecos emphasizes loving travel, staying flexible, and maintaining strong communication with a partner at home to sustain long tours.
193. Pecos & The Rooftops on starting the band, new music, tour & more!
Q: What sparked Pecos & The Rooftops' initial momentum after posting their first track?
The first song they posted self-recorded in the backyard quickly gained traction, helped by a simple, DIY approach and social sharing, which led to early opportunities with Colby Cooper's team.
198. The Kruse Brothers talk NEW MUSIC, Steamboat MusicFest, touring & more!
Q: What inspired you guys to write a song about Tulsa County Jail given you hadn't been there before?
Miles and I always keep a running list of song titles. Tulsa County Jail sounded cool and country, and when we co-wrote with Dan Couch and Dale Oliver, the riff sparked the idea into a full jail song.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations with musicians, songwriters, bands, and industry insiders who live and breathe the Texas and broader Americana/alt-country scene. Episodes commonly cover touring life, songwriting, branding and sponsorships, festival culture, and behind-the-scenes logistics of building and sustaining a music career. Listeners often hear candid stories about gear, venues, relationships with sponsors, and the creative processes that drive new releases, as guests range from solo artists to groups and production teams. A notable strength is the informal, club-like banter that blends practical career insights with personal anecdotes, making it approachable for aspiring musicians, managers, and music-industry enthusiasts... more

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1. Waylon Wyatt Flores
2. Kyle Hutton
3. Slade Coulter
4. Shelby Stone
5. Band of Heathens
6. Avery Anna
7. Josh Meloy
8. The Kruse Brothers

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