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Bonus Episode - Confessions of a Podcast! | Rugged Revival
April 8, 2026

Bonus Episode - Confessions of a Podcast! | Rugged Revival

In this episode, TJ & Ronnie give a little update into their time in Texas, whats been happening since then, and some confessions they need to get off their chest! Subscribe to the channel. Share it with your friends!
Tyler-James Kelly - Real Country Music Is Back | Rugged Revival
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April 8, 2026

Tyler-James Kelly - Real Country Music Is Back | Rugged Revival

Tyler-James Kelly joins Camden to talk about real country music, 1970s influences, and his latest music.Blending vintage tones with modern songwriting, Tyler-James Kelly is part of a new wave of artists bringing authenticity back to country, Americana, and roots music. Inspired by legends like Hank Williams, Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard, and Guy Clark, his sound feels timeless while still carving out its own space today.If you’re a fan of authentic country, Americana, and roots music, this ...
Eric Grate - The Notorious Adams Boys | True Story of a 1960s Touring Band | Rugged Revival
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April 6, 2026

Eric Grate - The Notorious Adams Boys | True Story of a 1960s Touring Band | Rugged Revival

Discover the untold true story behind The Notorious Adams Boys, a remarkable new book exploring life on the road as a major touring band in 1960s and 1970s America. In this episode, Slim sits down with the author to dive into the inspiration, the history, and the raw, “hardscrabble” storytelling style that brings this era to life.Born in Greenfield, Ohio, and shaped by a journey through the Marine Corps, the automotive industry, entrepreneurship, and small-town America, our guest didn’t begin wr...
Shane Kelley - Powerful Blues Soul Inspired by Gregg Allman & Howlin’ Wolf | Rugged Revival
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April 1, 2026

Shane Kelley - Powerful Blues Soul Inspired by Gregg Allman & Howlin’ Wolf | Rugged Revival

hane Kelley emerges from a small town just south of the Florida–Georgia line with a voice that carries the grit, soul, and raw power of classic blues. Drawing inspiration from legends like Gregg Allman and Howlin’ Wolf, his sound blends deep-rooted blues with rich storytelling and an unmistakable emotional edge.His debut album, Misery Like A Wheel, is a haunting and heartfelt introduction. The record weaves together traditional southern elements—banjo, mandolin, and fiddle—with dark, soulful mel...
Sunny War - From Hardship to Folk-Blues Star | Rugged Revival
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April 1, 2026

Sunny War - From Hardship to Folk-Blues Star | Rugged Revival

Sunny War enlivens traditional folk and blues by freshening her musical attack and writing lyrics that reflect 21st century concerns. Her first album, "Worthless", arrived in 2014, and she continued to gain attention as she built up a cult following that crested with the release of 2018's "With the Sun".Born Sydney Lyndella Ward to a single mother in Nashville, the singer/songwriter spent her childhood moving around the United States with her parent, spending significant time in both Nashville a...
Daniel Young - Indie Folk Americana | Another Golden Hour | Rugged Revival
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March 25, 2026

Daniel Young - Indie Folk Americana | Another Golden Hour | Rugged Revival

Daniel Young is the kind of artist who doesn’t just make music—he lives inside it. A singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, sound engineer, and producer from Salt Lake City, Daniel has spent over two decades honing a craft that runs as deep as the mountains he grew up on. That sense of elevation—of something vast, fleeting, and quietly powerful—echoes through every note he creates. His latest project, Another Golden Hour, captures that rare, glowing moment just before the light fades—when eve...
Sherman Potatoe - Alternative Country & Americana Music From East Germany | Rugged Revival
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March 25, 2026

Sherman Potatoe - Alternative Country & Americana Music From East Germany | Rugged Revival

Alternative Country and Americana from the land of the Krauts. With lyrics full of broken hearted and misery thoughts but with a glince to better times. Armed with a Banjo, Guitar and a voice like a yell over an Appalachian Holler. Dreaming of better days back in time and ahead.
Emily Jamerson | Appalachian Singer-Songwriter from Eastern Kentucky | Rugged Revival
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March 23, 2026

Emily Jamerson | Appalachian Singer-Songwriter from Eastern Kentucky | Rugged Revival

Emily Jamerson, a singer-songwriter from Prestonsburg, Kentucky, grew up surrounded by music and family. With a voice shaped by the mountains of eastern Kentucky, Emily's sound is part folk singer, part mountain siren. Her songs point to hope and reveal her love for the mountains she calls home.
Brad Deerhake - The Blasphemous Voice of Blackened Thrash Metal | Demiser | Rugged Revival
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March 19, 2026

Brad Deerhake - The Blasphemous Voice of Blackened Thrash Metal | Demiser | Rugged Revival

Brad Deerhake is a force within the extreme metal underground, best known as the frontman for Demiser, where he performs under the moniker "Demiser the Demiser".Blending blackened thrash metal intensity with theatrical flair, his vocal style and stage presence have helped shape Demiser's identity into something both ferocious and unapologetically entertaining.
Andy Thomas - Fiery Southern Rock & Roll | High Octane Country Blues | Rugged Revival
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March 17, 2026

Andy Thomas - Fiery Southern Rock & Roll | High Octane Country Blues | Rugged Revival

Andy Thomas has worked his way up the ranks as an electrifying guitarist across the United States and abroad, whether it’s fronting his own wild-n-out project The Trongone Band or being the six-string rocket fuel for the melodic muscle car that is acclaimed Americana act Yarn. Produced by fellow Virginia native and longtime friend Dave Schools, the legendary bassist for Widespread Panic, and captured at the renowned Spacebomb Studios, Thomas' debut album, “Highway Junkie,” connects the dots of T...
Van Tastik – Western Gothic & Dark Delta Rock | Rugged Revival
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March 10, 2026

Van Tastik – Western Gothic & Dark Delta Rock | Rugged Revival

VAN TASTIK joins the podcast for a deep dive into his wild, foot-stompin’ world of Western Gothic Dark Delta Rock.Born in the United States and now tearing up stages across Europe, VAN TASTIK is a Roots artist with a sound and stage presence that feels like a lost travelling revival meeting. Blending Dark Delta Rock, Roots Blues, and Western Gothic storytelling, his performances are equal parts sermon, celebration, and sonic explosion. Expect hollerin’, humour, crowd participation, and the kind ...
Walker Tex - Alt-Country from Glasgow | Modern Country with a Classic Soul | Rugged Revival
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March 6, 2026

Walker Tex - Alt-Country from Glasgow | Modern Country with a Classic Soul | Rugged Revival

Walker Tex and Wilson Lyons are an alt-country duo with a deep connection to storytelling and a modern twist on traditional country music. Hailing from Glasgow, Walker’s love for country blossomed during his time living in Northern Ireland, where he met Northern Irish-born Wilson Lyons as young lads. The two began playing together early on, bonding over their shared passion for music.With Walker’s rich vocals and Wilson’s intricate guitar work, their sound blends nostalgia with a fresh edge. The...
Johanna Wacker & Acelia - Appalachian & Alternative Folk, from NYC to Richmond VA | Rugged Revival
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March 3, 2026

Johanna Wacker & Acelia - Appalachian & Alternative Folk, from NYC to Richmond VA | Rugged Revival

Johanna Wacker & Acelia join Camden for an honest conversation on the Podcast.From Country, to Appalachian and Folk influences, they share their stories behind their sound and creative process.Tune in!
Philip Bowen - From West Virginia Fiddle to Viral Americana Breakout | Rugged Revival
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March 2, 2026

Philip Bowen - From West Virginia Fiddle to Viral Americana Breakout | Rugged Revival

Philip Bowen is one of the most exciting voices in modern Americana. Born and raised in West Virginia, this Appalachian fiddle virtuoso has built a global following through electrifying live performances, viral momentum, and a sound deeply rooted in Appalachian tradition.In this episode of The Rugged Revival Podcast, Philip talks about growing up in Appalachia, picking up the fiddle at just four years old, and how his West Virginia roots continue to shape his identity and music. From winning Tik...
Mitchell Palmer-Gage - Brass Tacks Provisions | American Made Western & Work Wear | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 27, 2026

Mitchell Palmer-Gage - Brass Tacks Provisions | American Made Western & Work Wear | Rugged Revival

Mitchell Palmer-Gage is the owner of Brass Tacks Provisions. They are an all American-made western and work wear business based out of Oklahoma. The store focuses on heritage goods and only stocks high quality, durable, American-made items. Mitchell began working on this idea in 2021, during his last year at Oklahoma City University. In 2022 - three weeks before opening - he had a hemorrhagic stroke that caused Holme's tremors. Everything he was working on had to close...However, things eventual...
Coby Rotan - Gritty West Texas Country Rock | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 24, 2026

Coby Rotan - Gritty West Texas Country Rock | Rugged Revival

Born out of the ashes of other Texas projects, Coby Rotan & The Naturals is less a band than a brotherhood. Fronted by Permian Basin native Coby Rotan — now based in Canyon Lake — the group delivers a sound that’s gritty, soulful, and unmistakably their own. Rotan first surfaced with a string of independent singles in 2023, including “The Yeti Song” and “Place Outside of Austin,” showcasing a blend of West Texas grit and Southern warmth. His songwriting has been compared to troubadours like Robe...
Maggie Noëlle - Magnolia Boulevard’s Powerful Frontwoman | Appalachian Soul | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 23, 2026

Maggie Noëlle - Magnolia Boulevard’s Powerful Frontwoman | Appalachian Soul | Rugged Revival

If patience is a virtue, then the current state of Magnolia Boulevard plays right into the long-held notion that sonic grandeur evolves in its own time and place — one where the Lexington, Kentucky, rock-n-soul act is aiming to break into a national audience ready and roaring for the quintet’s soaring talents.“Things happen when they’re supposed to happen,” lead singer/guitarist Maggie Noelle says. “And I’m so proud of this music coming out now with this group of dudes — it’s like we’re finally ...
Brandon Legion | Horror Podcaster & Synth Metal Musician | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 20, 2026

Brandon Legion | Horror Podcaster & Synth Metal Musician | Rugged Revival

Brandon Legion is the host of the Horrorwolf666 Podcast and fronts the synth metal project "Abraxashorn".
Caleb Henry - “Black Flag” Country from the Wild West | Love, Loss & Redemption | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 17, 2026

Caleb Henry - “Black Flag” Country from the Wild West | Love, Loss & Redemption | Rugged Revival

Caleb Henry is a singer and songwriter from the Wild Wild West of California. With his own brand of "Black Flag" Country, Caleb writes from real life experiences of love, loss, and redemption, with an eye for a better future from lessons learned. Backed by his loyal gang of musicians known as "The Customs," Caleb Henry and The Customs turn every stage into an energetic, heartfelt home for those who like to live on the wild side.
Marcus Trummer - Modern Soul with 60s/70s Influences, Blues Guitar & Timeless Songwriting | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 16, 2026

Marcus Trummer - Modern Soul with 60s/70s Influences, Blues Guitar & Timeless Songwriting | Rugged Revival

A young blood with an old soul, Marcus Trummer marries modern sensibilities with tradition in his distinctive style of soulful music. Dubbed “a precocious guitarist whose vocals possess a wise-beyond-his-years weariness” by the Calgary Herald, the Calgary-born artist is already earning recognition. In 2023, Trummer won the Telluride Blues Challenge, and would go on to make his US performance debut at Telluride Blues & Brews Festival the following year. Trummer recently received a nomination for ...
Cody Riddle - Outlaw, Red Dirt, and 90's Country Music Band | Rugged revival
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Feb. 10, 2026

Cody Riddle - Outlaw, Red Dirt, and 90's Country Music Band | Rugged revival

In this episode, Camden sits down with Cory Riddle whose band plays a mix of Outlaw, Red Dirt, and 90's style Country Music.
Spencer Hatcher - Virginia Bluegrass Country Star | “When She Calls Me Cowboy” | Honky Tonk Hideaway EP | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 9, 2026

Spencer Hatcher - Virginia Bluegrass Country Star | “When She Calls Me Cowboy” | Honky Tonk Hideaway EP | Rugged Revival

Stone Country Records’ Spencer Hatcher is a bluegrass-influenced country artist who was raised on a farm in the heartland of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. By the age of 11, he was already playing his five-string banjo in his family’s bluegrass band. In 2020, Hatcher formed his own country band, backed by younger brother Connor Hatcher, a bass prodigy and “blood harmony” supporting vocalist. Dubbed the “String King” by his hometown newspaper and quickly developing a reputation across Virginia and...
Jet Black Roses - Southern Rock Revival With Country Soul | Rugged Revival
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Feb. 2, 2026

Jet Black Roses - Southern Rock Revival With Country Soul | Rugged Revival

Jet Black Roses is making waves in the music industry with their unique brand of Rock 'n' Roll with a Country Soul. Their high-energy performances and relentless work ethic is setting them apart from new bands today. Jet Black Roses has astounded audiences nationwide with their impressive vocal harmonies, electrifying guitars, and authentic Southern rock style. A fortuitous connection led the Bentley brothers to Tyler when they needed a guitarist. The instantaneous chemistry between them sparked...
LIVE Episode - Josh Mitcham | Kentucky Musician & Podcaster - Ft. Lance Rogers | Rugged Revival
Jan. 28, 2026

LIVE Episode - Josh Mitcham | Kentucky Musician & Podcaster - Ft. Lance Rogers | Rugged Revival

For the very first time, The Rugged Revival Podcast went live! In this special live-streamed episode, broadcast simultaneously across YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, we were joined by Kentucky artist Josh Mitcham to talk all things new music, creativity, and what is next in his journey. Josh joined us to discuss his brand-new single “Out Of My Mind”, releasing this Friday. During the conversation, he shared exclusive insight into the song, his creative direction, and the exciting chapter ahead...