BVLive.com Podcast

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Welcome to the BVLive.com Podcast, your backstage pass to the live music scene in the Brazos Valley. Hosted by Adam Drake and Jerrod Lane, each episode features conversations with local and touring artists, venue owners, promoters, and the people shaping the Brazos Valley's music community. From behind-the-scenes stories and upcoming concerts to industry insights and unforgettable performances, if it's happening on a stage in the Brazos Valley, you'll hear about it here.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Ep 6: “You Have to Make It Your Own”: Brayden Stewart on Texas Music, Songwriting, and Breaking the Mold

    Brayden Stewart is only 21, but he’s already spent years chasing his own sound, hitting the road, playing across the country and overseas, and writing songs at a pace that most people would struggle to keep up with. In our latest BVLive.com Podcast, we get into: • Growing up on metal, grunge and the music of the ’90s• The Stevie Ray Vaughan comparisons — and why Brayden isn’t interested in trying to be the next anyone• Turning Merle Haggard’s “Working Man Blues” into something completely his own• Life on the road, including a few stories that probably shouldn’t make it out of the hotel room• Songwriting, finding your voice and why clever lyrics matter• Spotify, social media and finding an audience in today’s music world• What’s next, including new songs and songwriting in Nashville There’s a lot more to the conversation than we can fit here. thebraydenstewart.com

    Ep 6: “You Have to Make It Your Own”: Brayden Stewart on Texas Music, Songwriting, and Breaking the Mold

  2. Aug 11

    Ep 5: “Music Saved My Life”: Brock DeWald on Grief, Growth, and Texas Songwriting

    On this episode of the BVLive.com Podcast, Adam Drake and Jared Lane welcome singer-songwriter, storyteller, and community builder Brock DeWald.   Best known for his deep generational ties to the Brazos Valley and his journey into songwriting later in life, Brock shares the incredible path that took him from playing church services and high school sports in Bryan to performing listening-room shows across Texas.  Along the way, he discusses what it's like writing through grief, finding community through music, and why serving the song, not your ego, is often the key to authenticity.   The conversation also dives deep into the heart of Texas music, with stories about Walt Wilkins, Bobby Hamrick, Drew Kennedy, Josh Grider, and many more. Brock also shares unforgettable memories from legendary festivals and songwriter circles, and how his wife and musical partner keep him grounded on the road.  Whether you're a musician, songwriter, music fan, or someone chasing a dream, Brock's advice about perseverance, community, and continually learning new skills is something everyone can take away from this episode.   Topics include: Growing up in the Bryan-College Station music scene   Songwriting as a therapeutic outlet for life's unfixable moments   Life on the road and festival experiences like Moon River and the Marathon Songwriter Festival   The cosmic connection behind covering "The Hat" and working with Bobby Hamrick and Walt Wilkins  Faith, family, and balancing life with music   The magic of listening rooms and building a supportive music ecosystem in the Brazos Valley   Advice for aspiring musicians and songwriters   Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow the BVLive.com Podcast for more conversations celebrating the artists, venues, and people who make live music in the Brazos Valley and across Texas so special.   Visit us at BVLive.com for concert listings, artist spotlights, podcasts, blogs, and more.

    Ep 5: “Music Saved My Life”: Brock DeWald on Grief, Growth, and Texas Songwriting

  3. Aug 4

    BVLive Podcast Ep 4: Jason Evard

    On this episode of the BVLive.com Podcast, Adam Drake and Jared Lane welcome guitarist, photographer, sound engineer, and all-around "Swiss Army knife" of the Texas music scene, Jason Evard. Best known as the guitarist for Hayden Baker, Jason shares the incredible journey that took him from playing church services and college bands to performing on some of the biggest stages in Texas, including Billy Bob's Texas. Along the way, he discusses what it's like playing alongside one of Texas' most gifted guitar players, how being versatile has helped build a successful career, and why serving the music—not your ego—is often the key to longevity. The conversation also dives deep into Bryan-College Station's rich live music history, with stories about Hurricane Harry's, Texas Hall of Fame, The Tap, Randy Rogers, Aaron Watson, Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson, Rich O'Toole, Sam Riggs, Sean McConnell, Austin Meade, and many more. Jason also shares unforgettable memories from Nashville, including meeting Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and Joe Bonamassa in an intimate venue. Whether you're a musician, songwriter, photographer, live music fan, or someone chasing a dream, Jason's advice about perseverance, community, and continually learning new skills is something everyone can take away from this episode. Topics include: • Playing guitar for Hayden Baker • Life as a professional sideman • Growing up in the Bryan-College Station music scene • Stories from Hurricane Harry's, Texas Hall of Fame & The Tap • Nashville adventures with Billy Gibbons & Joe Bonamassa • Faith, family, and balancing life on the road • Why versatility is one of the greatest assets a musician can have • Advice for aspiring musicians Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow the BVLive.com Podcast for more conversations celebrating the artists, venues, and people who make live music in the Brazos Valley and across Texas so special. Visit us at BVLive.com for concert listings, artist spotlights, podcasts, blogs, and more.

    BVLive Podcast Ep 4: Jason Evard

  4. Jul 28

    BVLive.com Podcast Ep3: Keller Cox

    Keller Cox joins Adam Drake and Jerrod Lane on the BVLive.com Podcast to discuss his musical journey from Houston to Texas A&M and now Nashville. He shares how Flatland Cavalry inspired his songwriting, the story behind working with Cleto Cordero, writing with William Clark Green, and why authentic storytelling is at the heart of every song he creates. The conversation also explores Texas music culture, leadership, life on the road, and what's ahead with Keller's upcoming album and new music. It's an insightful look inside one of Texas music's rising voices.

    BVLive.com Podcast Ep3: Keller Cox

  5. Jul 20

    BVLive.com Podcast Ep2: Peril Suite

    Brice and Twitch from Bryan-College Station rock band Peril Suite join Adam Drake inside the BVLive.com Studio to talk about their upcoming debut EP, their musical influences, life as an independent band, and why supporting local artists is more important than ever. From recording their first release to discussing the future of rock music in the Brazos Valley, this conversation dives into the passion, perseverance, and reality behind being a modern independent band.

    BVLive.com Podcast Ep2: Peril Suite

  6. Jul 13

    Lucas Jagneaux on New Music, The Stories Behind The Songs, And His Musical Journey

    Adam Drake and Jerrod Lane sit down at the BVLive.com studios with singer-songwriter Lucas Jagneaux to talk about his musical roots, his songwriting evolution, and what it was like getting the surprise call to play Key West's Mile 0 Fest. Jagneaux opens up about growing up playing music around campfires and family gatherings in northern Louisiana, Mamaw Pat's brutal honesty regarding his early fiddle playing, and the transition from covering artists like Hank Williams Jr. and Lynyrd Skynyrd to writing his own material. The conversation dives deep into the upcoming, highly anticipated new record that Jagneaux finished in the studio and is currently getting mastered for vinyl release. He shares the hilarious and accidental backstory behind his co-write with Adam Hood, "Nobody Tell Laurie," and discusses potential future collaborations with artists like Juliana Rankin. Jagneaux also reflects on the vibrant Brazos Valley music community, his family's deep roots in the automotive business, and what fans can expect as he hits the road for upcoming shows, including River Jam in New Braunfels. Find more artist highlights, local concert listings, and features at BVLive.com.

    Lucas Jagneaux on New Music, The Stories Behind The Songs, And His Musical Journey
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Welcome to the BVLive.com Podcast, your backstage pass to the live music scene in the Brazos Valley. Hosted by Adam Drake and Jerrod Lane, each episode features conversations with local and touring artists, venue owners, promoters, and the people shaping the Brazos Valley's music community. From behind-the-scenes stories and upcoming concerts to industry insights and unforgettable performances, if it's happening on a stage in the Brazos Valley, you'll hear about it here.

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  • Creator
    BVLive.com
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © BVLive.com
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    BVLive.com Podcast