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Only Vans

Bri Bagwell
Music
Texas Music
Texas Music Scene
New Braunfels, Texas
Juan Lobo Tequila
Red Dirt
Music Fest
Art
Playola
Live Music
Kristi Grider
Ghostland Observatory
The Waymores
Social Media
Wire Road Studios
Brian Keane
Barstool Therapy
Twin Rivers Music Scene
Motel Cowboy Show
Dave Hause

Only Vans is a podcast where I chat with my friends in the music community, from my van, about things that two buddies in a van would chat about. It’s really insider info, like an Only Fans subscription… but clothes stay on (usually) and formality goes out the window.

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Latest Episodes

Mattson Rainer is a true visionary and cultivator of talent. He's built one of the most recognizable American radio brands in the nation with KNBT in New Braunfels, TX and he's been a champion of me and my musical friends over the years! In this epis... more

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My friend and new neighbor Graycie York joins us on the porch for this episode of the pod! Graycie is an incredible singer, songwriter and performer and now is a full time member of Cross Canadian Ragweed! We get into being star-struck, acid reflux, ... more

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Andrea Magee is an Austin, TX transplant that quickly made her mark on the Austin music scene and is cementing herself as an must-see act in the live music capitol of the world. With a unique style and presence, Andrea has a live performance you simp... more

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Michael Moad is one of the most loved figures in the Texas music scene as well as the bass player for William Beckmann. We talk about many things in this episode like artist management, surviving the early days, road doggin’ stories, artists supporti... more

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Recent Guests

Mattson Rainer
Radio DJ, music director, program director at KNBT, New Braunfels
KNBT
Episode: THE WILLIE DOOR with MATTSON RAINER
Graycie York
Singer and solo artist, later joining Cross Canadian Ragweed and the Departed
Cross Canadian Ragweed/Departed
Episode: THE SOLUTION IS VIOLENCE with GRAYCIE YORK
Andrea Magee
Musician and nonprofit founder of Music Helps in Austin; half of Beat Root Revival; member of Paack
Music Helps in Austin; Beat Root Revival; Paack
Episode: BUILD A WEE NETWORK with ANDREA MAGEE
Michael Moad
Current bass player for William Beckmann
William Beckmann band
Episode: YOU DON'T KNOW BALL with MICHAEL MOAD
Brian Keane
Singer-songwriter and creator of Playola
Playola
Episode: MUSIC FOR FUN with BRIAN KEANE
Rachel Loy
Singer-songwriter, bassist, producer, Playola co-creator.
Episode: SHIT RAINBOW with RACHEL LOY
Kira Annalise
Musician, half of The Waymores
The Waymores
Episode: URBAN YODELING with THE WAYMORES
Willie Heath Neal
Musician, half of The Waymores
The Waymores
Episode: URBAN YODELING with THE WAYMORES
Rich O Toole
Singer-songwriter from Houston, Texas
Music artist (Rich O Toole)
Episode: HAIRY MEMORIES with RICH O TOOLE

Host

Brie Bagwell
Host who introduces guests and guides conversation; often anchors in van-based discussions with insider music industry angles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • So good!

    Great podcasts, love learning more about each guest and the music industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Camdemonium
    United States6 months ago
  • Fantastic show!

    Love this podcast. Great insight into life as an artist!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katrocity
    United States3 years ago
  • Worth following for sure!!

    Great podcast that is so much fun to listen too! Love the stories and the guest are great. Keep it up!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smittytheman
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this podcast!!! A glimpse into songwriters.

    I love Bri’s podcast. She shows great diversity in her guests she has on her podcasts. They discuss insightful topics of the life of songwriters/musicians. The podcast is SO funny and I think is great for those who are starting out in the music scene to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jess_Burrola
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful idea!

    Bri Bagwell and other Texas Country Music artists just talking, in a van! A great idea!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karl Ries
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans praise authentic, candid conversations with diverse guests.
Listeners appreciate the insider perspective on touring and artist life.
The show is seen as a valuable resource for aspiring musicians and indie artists.
Many enjoy the humor and camaraderie between hosts and guests.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

LOST OR DEAD with KAT HASTY + Hand Drawn Records (LIVE from 8750 Festival)
Q: What has been the biggest shift in Kat Hasty's songwriting over the years?
Her writing has moved from immediate, raw experiences to more structured storytelling across three chapters, reflecting growth from West Texas youth to professional artistry and aging with authenticity.
SHELL OF A PERSON with RASHELLE STETMAN
Q: What's the biggest challenge in pricing art and building a sustainable business?
Pricing evolves with experience; start by valuing time and effort, learn from early underpricing, and adjust as the studio and client base grow, while balancing creative passion with business needs.
SHELL OF A PERSON with RASHELLE STETMAN
Q: How did Rashelle learn to tattoo, and how did that transition fit with her art trajectory?
She was trained by a former client who became a friend and mentor; the process was intense and emotional, taking her from painting to tattooing and expanding her studio into a mobile setup, while maintaining her core art practice.

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This show leans into insider conversations among musicians and the DIY touring life, often filmed or discussed in a van. Episodes center on independent careers, creative processes on the road, collaboration, and building sustainable artistry outside traditional label systems. A recurring vibe is candid storytelling—balancing art, family, and entrepreneurship—along with practical tips on promotion, branding, and navigating the changing live-music economy. Unique angles include touring nomadics, female artist perspectives in a changing industry, and behind-the-scenes looks at side projects and artist ventures that supplement music careers.

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1. Mattson Rainer
2. Graycie York
3. Andrea Magee
4. Michael Moad
5. Brian Keane
6. Rachel Loy
7. Kira Annalise
8. Willie Heath Neal

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