Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill

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Hosted by Matt Burrill, Outside The Round brings real conversations with country artists, songwriters, and the characters that make Music City tick. From green room hangs to late-night dives, each episode dives into the stories, struggles, and wild moments behind the music. Part of the Raised Rowdy Podcast Network. (Formerly In The Round)

  1. 6d ago

    Elizabeth Nichols: From Law School to Viral Country Songs, Paul Revere & Festival Season

    On Episode 301 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Elizabeth Nichols. From leaving law school at Belmont University to becoming one of the most unique voices in country music, Elizabeth shares the journey behind her viral rise and songwriting style. The conversation dives into growing up in Kentucky and living in Oklahoma, her love for witty storytelling inspired by artists like Kacey Musgraves and Zach Bryan, and how songs like “Sweet Cigarette,” “Tough Love,” and “Paul Revere” came to life. Elizabeth also talks about touring with artists like Wyatt Flores, festival season, viral TikTok moments, and building friendships with fellow rising artists including Gabriella Rose and The Castellows. From Red Door stories and Nashville nights to playing the Grand Ole Opry, this episode is packed with laughs, songwriting stories, and a look at one of country music’s fastest-rising new artists. Follow on Social Media: Elizabeth Nichols: @elizabethnicholsmusic Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Reeded Rowdy(00:01:44) - Tennessee Country Star on Going to Law School(00:03:17) - Louisville Singer on Searching for Jack Harlo(00:06:03) - Elizabeth Nichols on Writing Her Songs(00:07:52) - Bob Dylan on His Co-Writing Crew(00:11:05) - CMA Fest 2017: From Facebook to FaceTime(00:11:46) - Was Casey Musgraves a big inspiration for you?(00:12:29) - Zach Bryan on Tough Love EP(00:16:22) - The Spirit of Detroit(00:16:30) - What other concerts have you seen? Country Music(00:18:38) - Sweet Cigarette(00:22:40) - Selena Gomez on hitting 10k on Instagram(00:23:33) - What is the interaction with fans at live shows?(00:26:48) - Keith Urban on His Grand Ole Opry Debut(00:28:25) - Elizabeth Nichols on Having a Balanced Life(00:30:51) - Are You a Kentucky or Louisville Fan?(00:32:22) - Rodeo Star Rocker At NFR(00:33:41) - Favorite Bars in Tulsa(00:35:56) - Dancing at Skinny Dennis(00:37:20) - Paul Revere on His New Album(00:40:40) - Top 10 Nashville Bars You Know(00:42:56) - People Try Patron In Their Salsa(00:43:08) - What Would You Tell Law School Student Elizabeth Nichols?

    47 min

  2. May 22

    Julia Cole: Heartbreak, Sisterhood Country & the Stories Behind Love You To Death

    On Episode 300 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with longtime friend Julia Cole to celebrate the release of her new album Love You To Death. Julia opens up about her journey as an independent artist, building the “Cole Team” fan community, and creating what she calls “Sisterhood Country” , music rooted in heartbreak, healing, strength, and loyalty. The conversation dives into standout songs like “Day Late & A Buck Short,” “Treat Me Like Dirt,” and “Daddy Daughter Dance,” plus the real-life experiences that inspired the project following a called-off engagement. Julia also reflects on touring with Jelly Roll, playing arenas and festivals around the world, balancing life on the road, and how sports helped shape her mindset as an artist. From Broadway-era Nashville memories to headlining her own Love You To Death Tour, this episode is an honest look at growth, resilience, songwriting, and finding purpose through music. Follow on Social Media: Julia Cole: @juliacolemusic Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Julia Cole on Her New Album(00:01:56) - Cole on his New Album(00:05:41) - How I Changed From Singing to Writing(00:08:12) - Jason Aldean on his new album, Sisterhood Country(00:11:24) - Day Late, A Buck Short(00:15:12) - The Sandstorms At Stagecoach(00:18:07) - The Cole Family's Love You to Death Tour(00:22:26) - What do you like doing in your downtime right now?(00:24:27) - Country Singer Amy Lee on Touring Over 30 Countries(00:27:52) - The Real Life of(00:28:03) - Country Music Star on Connecting With Fans(00:29:57) - Favorite Country Artists of All Time(00:31:48) - What advice would you have for a young songwriter?(00:37:29) - Love You to Death(00:42:49) - Nikki T. on her new album(00:46:08) - Julia Cole on Being In A Limbo(00:48:00) - OGs on Mount Kilimanjaro(00:51:14) - Julia Cole on Playing The National Anthem

    54 min

  3. May 15

    Cooper Ledford: South Carolina Roots, Kameron Marlowe Tour & Finding His Sound

    On Episode 299 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with rising South Carolina artist Cooper Ledford. Fresh off his first tour opening for Kameron Marlowe, Cooper shares how posting a cappella covers on TikTok helped launch his career and led to sold out shows across the Midwest. The conversation dives into growing up with a preacher father in South Carolina, football injuries that pushed him toward music, and falling in love with songwriting through artists like Eric Church, George Jones, and Keith Whitley. Cooper also talks about moving to Nashville at 19, building his band with fellow South Carolina musicians, and creating a sound that blends traditional country, rock, and bluegrass influences. Plus, stories from the road, hearing fans sing his songs back to him for the first time, and what’s next as he prepares for a breakout year. Follow on Social Media: Cooper Ledford: @coopertledford Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Cooper Ledford On The Rage Rowdy Podcast(00:02:51) - How JD Stopped The Car on the Road(00:04:03) - Songwriter and musician from South Carolina talks about growing up in the(00:06:36) - Blair Gibbon on Growing Up in a Preacher's Home(00:10:11) - Ori Lee Cornbread on the Carolina Gamecocks(00:13:08) - Cornbread Connects for TD(00:13:14) - Cameron on His Acappella Tour(00:14:27) - Carolina Songwriter Meets Eric Church(00:15:45) - Colton Dawson on How He Met Kelsey(00:20:08) - The Local Nashville Song(00:23:59) - How to Get a Handgun in Antioch(00:25:28) - Living With My Bandmates(00:26:47) - Thrift Shop(00:29:28) - Cameron Marlowe on His Carolina Country Music Fest(00:31:18) - Getting to Be Around Ella and Tucker(00:31:50) - Colton On Playing The Tuesday Writers' Round(00:32:53) - Writing With Legendary Songwriters(00:35:00) - Cooper Ladford on His Faith(00:38:52) - "I Started Singing Acapella Before I(00:39:11) - Favorite Places to Eat in Nashville(00:42:15) - Cooper Ledford on His New Music(00:45:11) - Cooper Ledford on His Live Show(00:47:52) - Maroon 5 at a Concert(00:49:42) - Willie Nelson At His First Concert(00:51:22) - Cooper Ledford on His New Music(00:53:54) - Cooper Ledford

    56 min

  4. May 8

    Kenny Whitmire: “Gave Her the Moon,” Viral Moment & Real Country Revival

    In Episode 298 of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with Kenny Whitmire to talk about his breakout moment with “Gave Her the Moon,” the song that quickly changed everything and put him on the map. Kenny shares how posting the song online led to a viral moment after Charlie Puth shared his video, opening the floodgates and bringing major attention to his music overnight. He reflects on his journey from a quiet kid playing rounds at Live Oak to finding his voice as an artist rooted in traditional country music. The conversation dives into leaning into that sound alongside a tight-knit community of artists like Colton Dawson, Cole Goodwin, and Jake Worthington, and how that support system helped shape his confidence as both a writer and artist. Kenny also talks about the power of social media, signing with MCA, and working with legends like Dave Cobb, along with the importance of mentorship, friendships, and honoring those who helped him along the way. With upcoming tour dates alongside Billy Currington, Kenny is stepping into a new chapter as part of a wave bringing real country music back to the forefront. Follow on Social Media: Kenny Whitmire: @kennywhitmire Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy

    40 min

  5. May 1

    Averie Bielski: From TikTok Breakthrough to Publishing Deal & Finding Her Voice

    On Episode 297 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Georgia native Averie Bielski. From writing songs at nine years old to moving to Nashville at just 18, Averie shares her journey of chasing a publishing deal, building a fanbase on TikTok, and finding her place in the songwriting world. She opens up about how a viral moment and a missed email nearly changed everything, ultimately leading to her deal with Sony. Averie dives into the grind of writing every day, growing through co-writes, and evolving from just wanting to be a songwriter into stepping into her artistry. The conversation also covers her upbringing in Roswell, navigating Nashville at a young age, building a tight-knit creative circle, and learning how to balance social media success with real wins behind the scenes. From early releases like “I Do Too” and “Wind Up” to her latest project, Averie reflects on her growth and what’s next as she continues to develop her sound and story. Follow on Social Media: Averie Bielski: @averiebielski Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round With Avery Bielski(00:00:55) - Matt and Olivia on the New York Trip(00:02:31) - You're on Year 3 of Your Sony Publishing Deal(00:05:22) - I Tried To Lead A Church in Georgia(00:08:34) - FGL Are Coming Back...(00:12:26) - TikTok Songwriter Charlie Salvatore on How He Got(00:16:52) - Tennessee Songwriters on Moving to Nashville at 18(00:21:28) - Rock the Country Singer on His Future(00:24:43) - Olivia on Being a Young Female in Town(00:29:43) - "It's Like Dating"(00:29:57) - On Working On "Secondhand Smoke"(00:31:51) - Wind Up(00:34:44) - milo on Rihanna's 'Full Circle'(00:34:58) - How Much Has Your Music Changed Over the Years(00:37:49) - What's It Like To Have a Video Go Viral?(00:42:11) - Kurt and The Rowdy East Nashville Pop Up(00:45:17) - Delaney and Aniston Are CRUSHING It(00:48:26) - Muscle Muscadine on a Co-Op Tour with(00:52:25) - Tennessee On Travel This Year(00:55:44) - White Claw on the Key West Writers Trip(00:58:36) - Favorite Bars on Key West...(01:00:33) - Tommy's First Key West Drive(01:03:22) - How To Drive From The Bahamas to Scottsdale(01:05:42) - Are You Ready for Your Duet?(01:08:38) - What Advice Would You Give To That Girl Who MOVED Here When(01:10:41) - Avery Bielski at Rock the Country

    1h 12m

  6. Apr 24

    Kameron Marlowe: Touring The World, Married Life and What's Next!

    On Episode 296 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill catches up with Kameron Marlowe nearly six years after their first sit-down. Now newly married and stepping into a new chapter of life, Kameron reflects on the journey from early Nashville days to touring the world and making music full-time. He talks about life on the road, playing 100+ shows a year, touring Europe, and sharing stages with Brooks & Dunn, Morgan Wallen, and Riley Green while balancing life at home. Kameron also dives into his songwriting evolution, breaking away from “formula writing,” working closely with Austin Goodloe, and creating new music that blends country, rock, blues, and R&B influences. Plus, stories from the road, band chemistry, and the full-circle moments that remind him why he started. Follow on Social Media: Kameron Marlowe: @kameronmarlowe Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy

    50 min

  7. Apr 17

    Hannah McFarland: Bar Gigs to Arena Tours, Viral Moments & Life with Chase Rice Fans

    On Episode 295 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Alabama native Hannah McFarland. From playing cover gigs at spots like the Bluegill to opening arena tours and hitting major festivals, Hannah shares her journey of putting in the work and finding her moment. She reflects on coming up in the Alabama scene, moving to Nashville, and the full-circle moments like covering “In Case You Didn’t Know” to working with Brett Young, and going from her first arena experience with Zach Bryan to hitting the road on the Riley Green tour. Hannah also talks about her latest release “Missin’ Me”, showing a more fun, up-tempo side of her artistry, while still rooted in the honesty her fans love. The conversation dives into life on the road, navigating viral moments (including dealing with Chase Rice fans), and how Chase has become like a brother to her along the way. With guidance from mentors like Jamey Johnson and a growing fanbase behind her, Hannah is just getting started. Follow on Social Media: Hannah McFarland: @hannahmmcfarland Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Chapters (00:00:00) - Hannah McFarland on Raised Rowdy Podcast(00:04:08) - Walker Hayes Is a Mobile Dude(00:07:18) - Alabama Songwriter on the Zydeco Scene(00:10:55) - Jamie Johnson on Helping Females Get Out(00:13:08) - Nick on His New Song 'Missing Me'(00:16:49) - Luke Bryan At The 2009 CMA Awards(00:19:41) - Hannah McFarland on Walking Around With Daddy's Dog(00:20:57) - TikTok(00:24:35) - Blake Shelton on His New Album(00:28:57) - Razor Audi Festival: The World's First Country Concert(00:32:42) - Ryan Riley on His Career(00:35:56) - Aaron Wallen on His Jersey Shore Tour(00:38:30) - Guitar Artist on Having Sister in the City(00:40:15) - What's Your Family's Response to All the Craziness(00:42:01) - Tennessee songwriter Tommy Acker on his friend groups(00:46:13) - The Importance of Friendships(00:48:38) - You've Been On Tour For Years(00:51:22) - Chase Rice on His Friendship With Riley Green(00:53:02) - DMS on Ending Her Engagement to Chase Rice(00:55:27) - Where Are Some of Your Favorite Places?(00:57:36) - Odies and Kung Fu: The Ole Miss Bar(01:00:24) - Caleb Both on Playing With The Homies(01:02:50) - Trey Bonner: We Need a Crew Neck(01:03:04) - Hannah McFarland on Her Merch(01:05:29) - What Are You Most Excited About For This Year?(01:09:25) - Can You Get Your Tickets to Kelsea Ballerini's Events(01:10:26) - Shout Out: Surfside

    1h 11m

  8. Apr 14

    Jess Woodland: Taking the High Road Through Darkness & Finding Her Sound

    On Episode 294 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Nashville native Jess Woodland. Fresh off the release of her EP High Road, Jess shares her journey from bluegrass roots and a rural Tennessee upbringing to carving out her own lane in today’s music scene. Jess opens up about stepping away from music, facing serious health challenges, and ultimately finding her way back with a renewed sense of purpose. She dives into the making of High Road, blending country, Americana, and alternative influences into a gritty, emotionally-driven sound that’s uniquely her own. The conversation also explores building a fanbase through social media, navigating the highs and lows of being an independent artist, and the importance of self-worth, community, and resilience. Jess’s story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the hardest path forward is the one worth taking. Follow on Social Media: Jess Woodland: @justjesswoodland Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Chapters (00:00:00) - Harlem native on the ice storm(00:02:39) - Bluegrass singer-songwriter on his roots(00:04:43) - "You're Not Done" by Emeli(00:09:19) - All The High Roads, On Spotify(00:11:16) - What Kind of Music Do You Make?(00:14:41) - Singer-Songwriter talks about East Nashville(00:18:14) - Songwriters Round(00:19:06) - Alex Jones on How Old Does He Feel?(00:21:31) - Michael Pinto on His EP(00:24:25) - Tennesse rapper Becca Ray on coming out(00:28:00) - Rihonda on Love Yourself(00:30:33) - Michael on His Hardest Songs(00:34:24) - "Thank You For showing Me How I'm Lonely"(00:38:54) - 100. Playing One of Our Nights(00:39:12) - Michael Jackson on New Music(00:40:01) - Who Would Be Some Acts That I'd Love to Go Out With(00:43:35) - "You're the CEO of Your Business"(00:45:14) - What do we like doing when we're not on the music grind(00:48:01) - Can You Travel To All 50 States?(00:50:56) - Michael Jackson on His Daughter's Help(00:54:05) - Jess Woodland on Posting Her First Tik Tok Video

    58 min
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Hosted by Matt Burrill, Outside The Round brings real conversations with country artists, songwriters, and the characters that make Music City tick. From green room hangs to late-night dives, each episode dives into the stories, struggles, and wild moments behind the music. Part of the Raised Rowdy Podcast Network. (Formerly In The Round)

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  • Creator
    Raised Rowdy
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    302
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2023 Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill
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