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Slim's Corner: The Case for Stonewall Jackson
Feb. 23, 2026

Slim's Corner: The Case for Stonewall Jackson

Stonewall Jackson deserves some respect on his name. Amongst all the pundits, commentators, historians and Disc Jockeys alike, Stonewall Jackson is routinely skipped over in any discussion of the "Legends". There are many "Legends" to name, that muc…
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Texas Country Artist Pug Johnson Launches Kickstarter for New Album
Feb. 14, 2026

Texas Country Artist Pug Johnson Launches Kickstarter for New Album

 PUG JOHNSON LAUNCHES KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN TO BRING HIS SOLID GOLD COUNTRY HEARTBREAK ALBUM TO LIFE A NEW FULL-LENGTH RECORD FILLED WITH HEARTACHE, HUMOR, AND TRUE AMERICANA STORYTELLINGPug Johnson, Texas-based country artist whose s…
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Adam Hood on songs, family, and staying the course
Jan. 19, 2026

Adam Hood on songs, family, and staying the course

Episode 4 Recap: Adam HoodAdam Hood doesn’t rush anything. And that’s the point.This episode felt special from the start. It was Rugged Ronnie’s first time back on the podcast after illness, and we were joined by someone wh…
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Josh Mitcham on Kentucky, Music, and Building His Own Table
Jan. 12, 2026

Josh Mitcham on Kentucky, Music, and Building His Own Table

Episode 3 Recap: Josh MitchamEpisode 3 of The Rugged Revival Podcast takes us from the UK to Kentucky, with Josh Mitchum joining TJ for a conversation about making things, making mistakes, and making your own way.Josh is the definition of mult…
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Anna Scott on Nashville Grit and Finding Her Voice
Dec. 29, 2025

Anna Scott on Nashville Grit and Finding Her Voice

Episode Two Recap: Anna Scott Anna joined us from Nashville, fresh off a songwriter’s retreat in Florida, still buzzing from palm trees, new songs, and jumping straight back into Broadway gigs!She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, in a hous…
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Slim's Corner: 2025 Round-Up
Dec. 29, 2025

Slim's Corner: 2025 Round-Up

Howdy Y'all, and Happy Holidays! It's that time of year again, where you forget your job, what day it is, what time zone you are in, and maybe even forget your name. Filled to the brim on seemingly endless meals of Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Mac and Chee…
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Jack Browning, Red Eye Radio and the Long Way Round
Dec. 22, 2025

Jack Browning, Red Eye Radio and the Long Way Round

Episode 1 Recap: Jack BrowningEpisode one of The Rugged Revival podcast felt like it needed to be simple. No big launch, no forced hype... Just a good conversation with the right person. Jack Browning proved exactly that.Jack is a UK artist base…
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Slim's Corner: Country Grammar
Nov. 30, 2025

Slim's Corner: Country Grammar

Surgeon's General Warning: This post talks about mainstream country music. Most likely the only time I will reference today's music. Admittedly, I am 11 years sober (by the grace of a higher power) from consuming terrestrial country radio. Albe…
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Vince Gill Honoured With CMA Lifetime Achievement Award
Nov. 19, 2025

Vince Gill Honoured With CMA Lifetime Achievement Award

(Photo: Jason Kempin)Vince Gill to Receive Prestigious 2025 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement AwardMost independent artist advocates know Vince Gill for his guitar chops and heartfelt songwriting. It’s no surprise he’s now being h…
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Slim's Corner: My Lifelong Quest for Country Music
Nov. 3, 2025

Slim's Corner: My Lifelong Quest for Country Music

I am assuming you are here because you are a music lover, just like me. Music was always around... MTV, pop culture, the car FM radio, movie soundtracks etc. Those songs would repeat in my head during real-life situations (something that still occur…
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Kenny Feidler Delivers New Album, "The Western Tradegy"
Oct. 22, 2025

Kenny Feidler Delivers New Album, "The Western Tradegy"

 Nashville, TN - South Dakota native Kenny Feidler - an artist to watch who's quietly honed his craft for over a decade while steadily making waves - has released his seventh studio album today, Friday, October 17. 'The Western Tragedy' is …
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Discover Sufferin’ Fools: Forest for the Trees EP – Country Rock from North Carolina
Sept. 17, 2025

Discover Sufferin’ Fools: Forest for the Trees EP – Country Rock from North Carolina

 Discovering Sufferin’ Fools – Forest for the TreesEvery now and then, we get a message that reminds us why we started The Rugged Revival in the first place. Recently, Cameron Thomas from Sufferin’ Fools reached out and as…
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From the mountains to the mainstage: The Jesse Williams Band releases debut album
Aug. 30, 2025

From the mountains to the mainstage: The Jesse Williams Band releases debut album

 Jesse Williams Band Announces Debut Album "Keep Steady" - Out Now!With roots in family jams and a mantra of perseverance, Keep Steady has arrived as a raw and soulful homegrown record. A Story of Grit, Roots, and Pure Creative Vis…
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Rosa Camacho: Trinidad’s Country Music Voice
Aug. 16, 2025

Rosa Camacho: Trinidad’s Country Music Voice

 Q&A: Rosa Camacho — Trinidad’s Country Music Voice With a Sierra Ferrell Soul Rugged Revival Q&A • Independent Music • Trinidad & TobagoRosa Camacho - singer from Trinidad & Tobago - joins Rug…
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The Fiddler in the Caribbean: Gary Hector & Robin Solomon on Country Music in Trinidad & Tobago
Aug. 13, 2025

The Fiddler in the Caribbean: Gary Hector & Robin Solomon on Country Music in Trinidad & Tobago

 The Fiddler in the Caribbean: Gary Hector Talks with Robin SolomonRugged Revival Q&A • Independent Music • Trinidad & TobagoGary Hector - singer-songwriter and Rugged Revival Crew member from Trinidad & Tobago sits …
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Jonathan & Abigail Peyton Release New Album “How We’ve Come So Far” Georgia Homecoming Show with Hunter Blalock
Aug. 12, 2025

Jonathan & Abigail Peyton Release New Album “How We’ve Come So Far” Georgia Homecoming Show with Hunter Blalock

 Jonathan & Abigail Peyton "How We’ve Come So Far"This Friday, August 15th, Jonathan & Abigail Peyton release their new album How We’ve Come So Far - a deeply personal collection of songs born from their journey togeth…
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Chance Cochran on Songwriting, 'Guitar Strings,' and His Texas Americana Debut
Aug. 6, 2025

Chance Cochran on Songwriting, 'Guitar Strings,' and His Texas Americana Debut

 Chance Cochran Is Building His Own Lane in Texas Music  With a debut album on the way and a clear vision for his sound, the rising songwriter from Texas isn’t chasing trends - he’s carving out something person…
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Ramble at the Randall 2025: Kentucky’s Best Americana Barn Show
Aug. 5, 2025

Ramble at the Randall 2025: Kentucky’s Best Americana Barn Show

 Ramble at The Randall 2025: Country & Americana in a 100-Year-Old Kentucky BarnStep inside the barn where country roots run deep, and the music feels like home. The Randall Barn: Rustic Charm That Tells a StoryNestle…
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Jack Browning Releases Southern Rock Anthem ‘Speak Your Mind’ Ahead of Chris Stapleton & Tyler Childers US Show
July 22, 2025

Jack Browning Releases Southern Rock Anthem ‘Speak Your Mind’ Ahead of Chris Stapleton & Tyler Childers US Show

Jack Browning Rides Hard With New Single Ahead of Landmark US Show With Chris Stapleton and Tyler Childers“Speak Your Mind (But Ride A Fast Horse)” — A Southern Rock Anthem with Grit, Fire, and HeartRelease Date: August 1st, …
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Jonathan Peyton’s New Album Celebrates Life’s Journey
July 10, 2025

Jonathan Peyton’s New Album Celebrates Life’s Journey

Jonathan Peyton Shares Deeply Personal New Album: “How We’ve Come So Far”Single Release: “Bridges” – out July 18th 2025Album Launch: “How We’ve Come So Far” – out August 15th 2025At T…
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Steel Saddle Drop Soulful Cover of Beatles' “Don’t Let Me Down”
July 4, 2025

Steel Saddle Drop Soulful Cover of Beatles' “Don’t Let Me Down”

Steel Saddle Release Soulful Cover of Beatles “Don’t Let Me Down”We’re pleased to share that Steel Saddle - our amazing Canadian friends and guests from Episode 8 of The Rugged Revival Podcast - have just dropped a powerful…
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UK artist Jack Browning Returns with New Single ‘Muhlenberg County Stars’
June 10, 2025

UK artist Jack Browning Returns with New Single ‘Muhlenberg County Stars’

Jack Browning Returns With ‘Muhlenberg County Stars’ – New Single Out June 27thWe’re proud to share the latest from one of our favourite UK artists, Jack Browning, as part of our community spotlight at The Rugged Revival.…
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