COME AND PICK IT

Anthony Bonnette

My name is Anthony, and this is COME AND PICK IT! In-depth conversations with ordinary people achieving extraordinary accomplishments.

  1. 03/24/2025

    Dan Ashley: From News Anchor to Rock Star – The Story Behind ‘Outside Looking In’

    🎸 Dan Ashley: From News Anchor to Rock Star – The Story Behind ‘Outside Looking In’ Dan Ashley has spent nearly 30 years as a news anchor at ABC7 in San Francisco—but did you know he’s also a rock musician who’s opened for legends like REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick, and Eddie Money? In this episode of Come And Pick It, Dan sits down with Anthony Bonnette to talk about: 🎤 How he balances broadcast journalism and a thriving music career 🎶 The story behind his latest single, “Outside Looking In” 🔥 What it’s like performing on stage with music icons 📝 His songwriting process and collaborating with Bill Bentley 🎸 The power of storytelling in both music and news ⏳ Episode Timestamps: (00:36) Welcome & Intro(07:48) How Dan Became a Lead Singer (By Accident!)  (13:32) Balancing a 30-Year TV Career with Music(30:06) The Meaning Behind “Outside Looking In”(48:32) Sharing the Stage with Rock Legends 🔗 Follow Dan Ashley:🌎 Website → www.danashleymusic.com 📺 YouTube → youtube.com/@DanAshleyMusic 🐦 X (Twitter) → twitter.com/DanAshleyMusic 📸 Instagram → instagram.com/danashleymusic 🎵 Spotify → open.spotify.com/artist/DanAshley 🍏 Apple Music → music.apple.com/artist/DanAshley 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: 🔊 Spotify → podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeandpickit 📺 YouTube → Watch More Episodes 📩 Follow Anthony Bonnette & Come And Pick It: 🔗 Follow Anthony Bonnette 🔗 Follow Come And Pick It 📩 Stay Connected ⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This content may include paid partnerships, sponsorships, or affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These partnerships help support the channel and allow us to bring you more content. Thank you for your support!

    1h 2m
  2. 03/17/2025

    How to Make It as a Touring Musician: Jackson Mauldin’s Road to Success

    How to Make It as a Touring Musician: Jackson Mauldin’s Road to Success🎸 Want to make it as a full-time musician? Jackson Mauldin shares the raw truth about life on the road, working in the studio, and what it takes to succeed. Whether you're an aspiring artist or love behind-the-scenes industry stories, this episode is packed with insights! 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon Music📩 Stay Connected: 🎙 Episode Description: Jackson Mauldin shares his journey from local gigs to touring with Jacob Stelly, selling out Gruene Hall, and balancing stage and studio life. We explore the mindset, skills, and strategies musicians need to thrive. 🎵 Topics Covered: How Jackson landed a touring gig & what bands look forThe biggest mistakes new musicians makeStudio work vs. touring life – key differencesThe key to getting more gigs (it’s NOT just about talent)AI’s role in music & the industry’s future⏳ Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction(01:39) Meet Jackson Mauldin(04:21) Playing Bass for Jacob Stelly(04:47) Selling Out Gruene Hall(06:15) Balancing Touring and Songwriting(07:44) The Studio vs. The Road(12:46) The Fastest Way to Improve as a Musician(18:52) How to Work with Artists & Producers(28:28) The Physical Toll of Music(29:51) How Touring Bands Practice(37:05) Must-Have Gear for a Touring Bassist(38:20) How to Get More Gigs(49:47) Why Live Music Will Always Matter🎵 Follow Jackson Mauldin: InstagramSpotify📲 Follow Anthony Bonnette & Come And Pick It: Anthony BonnetteCome And Pick It ⚠️ Disclaimer: This content may include paid partnerships, sponsorships, or affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!

    52 min
  3. 03/10/2025

    Breaking Into Sync Licensing: How Country Songwriters Can Land Music in Film & TV w/ Nancy Peacock & Queenie Mullinex

    🎶 Breaking Into Sync Licensing: How Country Songwriters Can Land Music in Film & TV! 🎬 Sync licensing is changing the game for country, Americana, and indie songwriters! In this episode of Come And Pick It, host Anthony Bonnette talks with Nancy Peacock & Queenie Mullinex—industry pros who have helped artists land placements in major films, hit TV shows (including Yellowstone), and global music charts. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: What sync licensing is & why it’s a game-changer for country artists The key differences between artist songwriting & sync songwriting How Nancy & Queenie helped land a song on Yellowstone What makes a song sync-friendly & what music supervisors look for How Country2Sync is helping songwriters break into the industry The impact of The Yellowstone Effect on country & Americana music in film & TV 🔗 LEARN MORE ABOUT WASHINGTON STREET PUBLISHING & COUNTRY2SYNC: 🎼 Washington Street Publishing 🎶 Country2Sync Course 📘 Follow Nancy Peacock on X 📘 Follow Washington Street Publishing: ➡️ Facebook ➡️ Instagram 🎵 Listen on Spotify 📩 Stay Connected: 🔗 Follow Anthony Bonnette 🔗 Follow Come And Pick It 📩 Sign up for our newsletter 📢 Subscribe & Support the Podcast: 👍 Like & share this episode with fellow songwriters 🔔 Follow the podcast for more insider industry tips 🔔 Listen now & discover how to break into sync licensing!

    1h 52m
  4. 03/03/2025

    Red Dirt Steppin: Keeping Traditional Country Dancing Alive

    Red Dirt Steppin: Keeping Traditional Country Dancing AliveIn this exclusive episode of Come And Pick It, we sit down with Red Dirt Steppin, a group dedicated to preserving traditional country dancing. Founder Lance Lawless, along with Ashley Jackson and Garrett "Red" Payne, share how they’re keeping two-step, waltz, and classic country dance styles alive—while supporting artists who embrace authentic country music. 🔥 In This Episode:(00:00) Exclusive Interview with Red Dirt Steppin(01:44) Where Y’all From? Small Town Roots & Big City Moves(04:21) How Lance, Ashley & Garrett Fell in Love with Dancing(15:33) How Red Dirt Steppin Started & Grew Into a Movement(21:27) How Lance & Ashley Met on the Dance Floor(31:16) What Exactly is Red Dirt Steppin? More Than Just a Dance Group(37:37) Keeping Traditional Country Dancing Alive in a Changing Scene(50:06) Why Red Dirt Steppin Supports Traditional Country Artists💃 Follow Red Dirt Steppin:🌐 Website | 📺 YouTube | 📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 🐦 X 🎧 Listen to More Episodes:📺 YouTube Playlist | 🎧 Spotify 🔔 Follow Anthony Bonnette & Come And Pick It:🌎 Website | 🔗 Socials | 📩 Stay Connected 🔥 Support the Podcast & Keep It Going!✅ Subscribe for more real country music interviews✅ Drop a comment – what’s your favorite traditional country dance style?✅ Like & Share to help keep traditional country dancing alive!Includes Affiliate PromotionAffiliate Partnerships:🔗 My Patriot Supply Disclaimer:This content may include paid partnerships, sponsorships, or affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These partnerships help support the podcast and allow us to bring you more content. Thank you for your support!

    1h 24m

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My name is Anthony, and this is COME AND PICK IT! In-depth conversations with ordinary people achieving extraordinary accomplishments.