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. 4d ago

    Gracee Shriver: Oklahoma Roots, Pretty Psycho & Why Country Music Needed Fun Again

    On Episode 309 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill catches up with Oklahoma native Gracee Shriver to talk about her new EP Pretty Psycho, the viral success of "Missed the Boat," and her journey from The Voice to becoming one of country music's rising stars in Nashville. Gracee shares stories from growing up in Oklahoma, competing on The Voice with Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton, moving to Nashville at 17, and finding her place alongside a new generation of female country artists. The two also dive into her love for the Red Dirt scene, Florida Georgia Line's influence on her music, writing with friends like Callie Prince, the inspiration behind songs like "Pretty Psycho" and "Missed the Boat," and why creating fun, feel-good country music has always been her goal. Plus, they discuss CMA Fest, social media's role in today's music industry, finding the right creative circle in Nashville, and what's next as Gracee continues building momentum with her biggest project yet. Follow on Social Media: Gracee Shriver: @graceeshriver Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round With Matt Burrill(00:00:44) - CMA Fest: Dan and Laney(00:01:15) - CMA Fest 2017: Guest Interview(00:03:27) - "Miss the Boat" by Sarah Killian(00:06:36) - Ronnie Dunn on Garth Brooks Playing in Oklahoma(00:10:08) - Allison on Her Dad's Advice(00:10:38) - On The Voice Blind Auditions(00:13:31) - The Real Hannah on Nashville's Girls(00:16:29) - Cali and Aniston on Being On The Crew(00:20:36) - Luke on Talking On TikTok(00:24:19) - Country Music Star on Breakthroughs(00:24:49) - Pretty Psycho EP Song(00:27:52) - On Working With Nash and Bieber(00:28:23) - The Real Story: Finding A Crew in Nashville(00:31:26) - You're Vulnerable on 'Ms. Independent'(00:33:44) - Pretty Psycho's New EP '(00:36:17) - Garth Froyo on His First Album(00:39:10) - BROKEN COUNTRY NIGHT(00:40:16) - Pretty Psycho(00:42:06) - Razor Audi Hats Thank You!(00:45:22) - Bouncer bouncer on Selling Fake IDs(00:48:07) - Wyatt Earle at Tumbleweed Festival(00:50:46) - The Great Divide's(00:53:10) - Matt Brill

  2. Jul 10

    Passengers Unknown: East Texas Rock, Girls With Tattoos & Building the Next Great Rock Band

    On Episode 308 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with all five members of East Texas rock band Passengers Unknown—Alex, Matthew, Keaton, Joby, and Braden—to talk about the band's journey from a hometown music venue in Carthage, Texas to becoming one of the fastest-rising acts in the Texas Rock Scene. The band shares how they came together through family, friendship, and a shared love of music, why they never set out to fit into a specific genre, and how blending grunge, Southern rock, country, and alternative influences has helped create their signature sound. They also reflect on the unexpected success of their breakout single "3AM," the fan-favorite "Girls With Tattoos," and why every song is a true collaboration between all five members. The conversation dives into life on the road, opening for artists like Pecos & The Rooftops and Cole Barnhill, touring across Texas and the East Coast, the resurgence of the Texas rock scene, and why authenticity has become the band's greatest strength. They also discuss recording their upcoming debut album, the excitement surrounding new music, and the goals they have as they continue building a loyal fanbase across the country. Plus, plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from the road, life in a Chevy van, and the brotherhood that's fueling one of rock's most exciting young bands. Follow on Social Media: Passengers Unknown: @passengersunknown Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Chapters (00:00:00) - Meet Passengers Unknown(00:03:21) - 3:00AM(00:06:05) - Tyler and Alex in a Rock Band(00:09:39) - Texas musicians talk about the state's music(00:11:21) - Passengers Unknown(00:15:05) - Pecos Drummer Turns Down His Bass Player's Rap Songs(00:17:51) - Bootyman Rapping When He's 19(00:20:23) - Caleb Bootyman on His Country Roots(00:22:09) - Sku Wah(00:22:55) - Jupiter the Bassist(00:24:24) - Girls With Tattoos(00:26:33) - Rascal Flatts Throw Mashed Potatoes at Cole Barnhill(00:29:00) - Taco & Chevelle on Grunge Songs(00:31:40) - Musical Chairs: Grunge Rock(00:34:46) - Rage Rowdy Playing in Nashville(00:37:44) - Texas Stars on the Tour(00:38:37) - How A Rodeo VAN Works(00:41:34) - Alex Eats The Weirdest Stuff(00:44:27) - Ripping Cigarettes Pouches(00:46:37) - 3AM & Girls With Tattoos(00:49:31) - What do you guys like doing when you're not doing music?(00:51:15) - Passengers Unknown(00:54:56) - "I'm Just A Two-Trick Pony"

  3. Jul 3

    Mack Geiger: Australia's Rising Country Star on Walk a Straight Line, Texas Honky Tonks & Traditional Country

    On Episode 307 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Australian country artist Mack Geiger during his first trip to the United States. Fresh off the release of his debut EP Walk a Straight Line, Mack shares how growing up on a cattle farm shaped his songwriting, the story behind his breakout hit "String By," and why traditional country music continues to inspire everything he creates. The two also discuss Mack's first U.S. headline tour, selling out legendary venues across Texas and Oklahoma, signing with Columbia Records Nashville, writing five of the six songs on his new project solo, and balancing music with his previous path toward becoming a paramedic. Plus, stories from Australia, country music culture around the world, and what's next for one of country's fastest-rising international artists. Follow on Social Media: Mack Geiger: @mackgeigermusic Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Australia's First Foreigner On Rage Rowdy(00:00:46) - Day 3 of the National Basketball Championship(00:01:14) - Fall Out Boy on His First US Tour(00:03:56) - Why Your Music Sounds Like Country Music at 21(00:06:31) - Tennesse singer on the Australian Country Music Scene(00:11:30) - Walking a Straight Line(00:14:16) - Rihonda on His Big Record Deal At 21(00:14:58) - Australian Songwriter on his New Album(00:19:07) - Country singer and band member on his new album(00:22:42) - Irish singer and athlete on the road(00:25:27) - Are You More Than A Singer?(00:26:31) - String By(00:28:26) - Melanie on Social Media and Her Music(00:31:29) - Flying From The States to the US(00:33:34) - CMA Fest 2018: From Australia to Nashville(00:37:13) - Playing festivals in the US(00:40:07) - Australian Question(00:43:19) - Matt Geiger

  4. Jun 26

    Bellah Mae: From London to Nashville, Keep It Peachy & Her First U.S. Tour

    On Episode 306 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with UK country artist Bellah Mae to talk about her move from London to Nashville, her new EP Keep It Peachy, and her first-ever U.S. tour alongside Ashley Kutcher. Bellah shares the story behind leaving England to chase her dream in Music City, how a message from Dolly Parton's longtime manager helped kickstart her career, and why Nashville has always felt like home. The conversation also dives into the inspiration behind Keep It Peachy, balancing heartbreak with optimism, writing vulnerable songs like "Love Me Less," and creating the most authentic project of her career. Plus, stories from the road, cultural differences between the UK and the U.S., Ohio becoming a surprise favorite tour stop, and what's next as she continues building her career in America. Follow on Social Media: Bellah Mae: @bellah.mae Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round With Matt Burrill(00:01:22) - Pancake Day In The U.S(00:04:34) - Talking To A Groundhog(00:06:21) - Tornado season in the US(00:08:15) - Coming Out to Nashville(00:12:07) - Dolly Jones on Starting Her Career(00:12:46) - Keep It Peachy(00:16:16) - People Try Their First Peach Tea(00:16:52) - "Peachy"(00:20:32) - Ashley Kutcher On Her First American Tour(00:22:26) - Favorite places to visit in the US(00:25:07) - Are You Ready for Texas Country?(00:25:42) - Katie Melton on her first time in Texas(00:29:17) - Ashley On The Vegas Casino(00:32:02) - American memorabilia from the UK(00:33:17) - Londoner vs New Yorker(00:36:00) - The Songs From '(00:36:17) - Kiss My Levi's(00:40:15) - On Her New Album, Keep It Peachy(00:42:37) - Bring Back Shalom(00:44:58) - CMA Fest and First American Tour(00:46:57) - What's Your Favorite Drink in Nashville?(00:49:05) - Ashley's Delaware Bucket List(00:49:36) - milo on American Sport Culture(00:52:47) - 10 Years Sobriety(00:54:00) - The English thought on the pub(00:55:30) - Bella May

  5. Jun 19

    Fox N' Vead: Playing The Game

    On Episode 305 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with all four members of Fox N’ Vead — Christian, Logan, Ashton, and Landon — for a deep dive into the band's journey and their brand-new album, Playing The Game. The guys discuss how a group of Carolina musicians with backgrounds in country, punk, alternative rock, and blues came together to create one of the most exciting sounds in the country rock scene today. The conversation explores the evolution of Fox N’ Vead from cover band days and touring in a pickup truck to headlining shows across the country, opening for artists like Old 60, Gavin Adcock, Dexter and the Moonrocks, Austin Snell, and Kameron Marlowe, and finding their place within the growing Texas and Carolina country rock movement. The band also breaks down the songwriting and recording process behind Playing The Game, shares stories from the road, discusses their brotherhood, and explains why this third record feels like the project that truly defines who Fox N’ Vead are as a band. Plus, stories about Big Cheese, wrestling, touring mishaps, gas station food, Carolina music culture, and what’s next for one of the hardest-working bands in the scene. If you're a fan of country rock, Red Dirt, Southern rock, and authentic independent artists, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Follow on Social Media: Fox N' Vead: @foxnvead Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy

  6. Jun 16

    Country Minute: James & Laura Shotwell

    On Episode 304 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with James and Laura of Country Minute to talk about building one of country music’s fastest-growing fan communities. From their backgrounds in radio, alternative music, and music promotion to becoming trusted voices in the country music space, the duo shares how Country Minute came to life and why authenticity has been the key to their success. The conversation dives into covering artists from a true fan perspective, the power of country music communities across the Midwest, memorable moments with artists like Morgan Wallen, Ella Langley, Chase Matthew, and Florida Georgia Line, and why they believe country music is entering another fun era. Plus, stories from CMA Fest, Country Wrestling, first-in-line superfans, and the relationships they've built along the way. If you love country music and the people who make the genre special, this episode is for you. Follow on Social Media: Country Minute: @country_minute Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - CMA Fest Hype!(00:03:01) - Favorite Country Songs Get a Makeover(00:04:06) - Florida Georgia Line LFG REACTION(00:07:02) - Jimmy Graham on Aaron Rodgers' Love Letter(00:07:12) - TikTok: Starting a Country Music Channel(00:09:54) - Melissa Etheridge on her new country show(00:14:05) - Country Minute on TikTok(00:15:11) - Meet The Artist Side(00:17:59) - Raise Rowdy Summer Camp(00:19:24) - Do You Have A Community In Grand Rapids?(00:22:19) - Grand Rapids Songwriters on Moving to Nashville(00:26:36) - Happy Birthday, Ike! FaceTime With the Kids(00:26:54) - Neil on His Current Tour(00:30:41) - Nick and Nikki visit Athens(00:33:29) - Interviewing Shane McInalley and Elizabeth Nichols(00:35:49) - Brian McKee on Country Music(00:36:45) - met Ella Langley(00:40:22) - Morgan Wall on The Early-Line(00:42:13) - The Real Story of Country Jam(00:45:41) - Rusty Jones at his WrestleMania show(00:47:14) - Ripping WWE Cards In Public(00:49:36) - Ridling Wrestling Cards At The Ryman(00:51:38) - Nick and Nick on Kenny Chesney(00:54:31) - Kenny Chesney Gets In Trouble With Security(00:56:45) - Kenny Cole and Alan Jackson(01:00:06) - The Oceanfront(01:00:25) - Boiled Peanut Patch Sealed Peanuts at the Beach(01:03:50) - Limp Bizkit Playing In My Town(01:06:52) - Luke Wilson on His Wrestling Events(01:10:24) - Trey on Going To New York(01:13:13) - milo on his New York City Food Tour(01:15:54) - The Flubber(01:18:00) - Interviewing Graham Barham(01:21:27) - Kip Moore At A Music Festival(01:23:45) - Kid Moore Had A Panic Attack On College Radio(01:26:09) - Matt and Morgan on CMA Fest(01:29:09) - Country Music Star on The Hang(01:31:16) - The Weirdest Radio Event You've Done(01:34:05) - The Day I Had To Give Out Trash(01:38:14) - Oshkosh Country Festival Recap(01:39:53) - Country Jam USA(01:41:36) - Free Stuff for Country Wrestling Fans!

  7. Jun 12

    Thomas Edwards: East Tennessee Roots, 'High Times' & Nashville Dreams

    On Episode 303 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with East Tennessee native Thomas Edwards. From playing SEC football at the University of Tennessee to working at Tractor Supply and eventually landing a record deal with Warner Music Nashville, Thomas shares the unlikely journey that brought him to Music City. The conversation dives into his upcoming EP High Times, recorded at the legendary FAME Recording Studios, the inspiration behind the project, and why he wanted to capture real, human-made music with some of Nashville’s best players. Thomas also reflects on songwriting, working with artists like Ne-Yo and Quavo, his love for East Tennessee culture, and the lessons he’s carried from football into the music business. Packed with stories, laughs, and plenty of Tennessee pride, this episode is a look at one of Nashville’s most unique rising artists. Follow on Social Media: Thomas Edwards: @bigtpedwards Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidethround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round(00:01:08) - Luke Bryan on Working With The Roots in Muscle Shoals(00:04:36) - How I Went From Big Guy to Tennessee Football(00:08:36) - Josh Dobbs on His First Year at UT(00:11:50) - The Music of Virginia Tech vs. Football(00:15:59) - Guitarist on Quit His Job(00:20:21) - Seung Ho On Working With Neo(00:23:57) - How My Pet Got Cast In Hollywood(00:25:01) - Jay-Z on Working With Quavo(00:28:05) - Country Singer on The Country Ness(00:31:07) - Maroon 5 on His Record Deal(00:32:12) - Crazy Story About Dollywood's Wild Eagle(00:35:38) - Dollywood Is For Real(00:36:04) - The Eight Song Guy(00:39:35) - Tommy Lee on the Grand Ole Opry(00:40:54) - Thomas Edwards: High Times(00:44:25) - milo on Lynyrd Skynyrd(00:46:31) - Dalton Davis At Ray's Rival(00:49:18) - Tennessean on the City of Nashville(00:52:09) - Thomas Edwards on Nashville's Music Scene(00:57:14) - Rush HONESTLY SHOUT OUT Cappy & Makeway(01:00:14) - Bill Maher on Songwriters and Their(01:03:27) - Nick Knowles on Being an Artist and a motivational speaker(01:08:16) - Pete Wentworth on Kids Using Technology(01:11:48) - The Unpredictable Future of Music(01:13:54) - Troy Cartwright on His New Album(01:17:02) - EXCLUSIVE: Darius Rucker Open Up For Kid Rock(01:20:46) - milo on Woodstock and Bonnaroo(01:23:50) - Luke Bryan: I Did That For Georgia on '(01:27:12) - The Best Ability Is To Show Up(01:28:54) - Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello on the sideline(01:32:07) - Aaron Rayer on Being a New York Fan(01:35:18) - Stay True To Yourself(01:36:41) - Thomas Edwards: No Bubble, No Problems On The Podcast

  8. Jun 5

    Koe Wetzel: The Night Champion, 10 Years of Texas Rock & Fatherhood

    On Episode 302 of Outside The Round, Matt Burrill sits down with Koe Wetzel to talk about his new album The Night Champion, life as a new father, and the wild journey from playing empty bars across Texas to headlining arenas, international tours, and the Houston Rodeo. Koe reflects on coming up alongside artists like Parker McCollum, Muscadine Bloodline, and Reed Southall, building the Texas rock movement, and helping develop the next generation through Floating Leaf. He also dives into the making of The Night Champion, working with Nashville songwriters, balancing family life with the road, and why this record feels like a culmination of every era of his career. Plus, stories about Red Door nights with Andrew Bayliss, the Riot Room, Australia tours, and watching artists like Ella Langley, Gavin Adcock, and the next wave of country music take over. Follow on Social Media: Koe Wetzel: @koewetzelmusic | @koewetzel Matt Burrill: @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round: @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy

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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
    310
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2023 Outside The Round w/ Matt Burrill
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