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TL’s Road House is revving up for another episode! This week, Tracy sits down with one of his longtime bandmates Joe Caverlee for a laid-back, laughter-filled conversation shaped by 20+ years on the road together. From an early age, Joe picked up guitar and piano before discovering a violin tucked away in his grandma’s attic. He quickly began his classical training at the age of 10 before sparking a passion for bluegrass at 13. His musical talent has carried him far since launching his career in the ’90s and continues today as Tracy’s bandleader, along with the soon to be release of his solo bluegrass album, This Side Of The Grass. In this episode, Tracy and Joe reflect on their musical influences, the early days of starting out in Nashville, their biggest career highlights and the many memories they’ve shared along the way.

TL’s Road House returns with Colt Ford for a candid conversation that goes far beyond music. Known for carving his own path in country by blending rap, southern rock and outlaw grit, Colt joins Tracy to reflect on a life-altering chapter after suffering a near-fatal heart attack in 2024. He opens up about his road to recovery and the struggles that followed, along with the overwhelming generosity and support he received from family, friends and fellow artists that helped carry him through. Throughout the episode, Tracy and Colt dig into the lessons that come with surviving something that forces you to slow down, the belief that everything happens for a reason and finding out who your friends are. With renewed purpose and goals to get back on stage, this moving episode is a reminder of resilience, perspective and the power of human connection.

TL’s Road House is back with two-time GRAMMY Award winner Kristian Bush for a wide-ranging conversation with one of country music’s most dynamic creatives. From co-founding the hit duo Sugarland to his early days in Billy Pilgrim, launching a solo career and forming the improvisational rock band Dark Water, Kristian has lived many musical lives. In recent years, he’s also become an in-demand songwriter and producer, playing a key role in discovering and producing artists like Megan Moroney, Runaway June and more. In this episode, Tracy and Kristian dig into the highs and hard lessons of a long-lasting career, the realities of navigating fame and success and the importance of evolving with purpose. Hop on board with Tracy and Kristian for an honest, insightful and entertaining ride through their careers that continue to shape modern country music.

Welcome back on board TL’s Road House! Tracy Lawrence sits down with country singer-songwriter Lanie Gardner to talk musical inspirations, family influence, stage nerves and more. A North Carolina native with traditional roots, Lanie first blew fans away in 2020 when her YouTube cover of “Dreams” by Fleetwood Mac went viral. Before that, she was learning guitar and singing alongside her dad from an early age. Her career has quickly taken off with a record deal right out of college, opening for major acts like the Jonas Brothers, Jelly Roll and Cody Johnson, and she most recently released her sophomore album, Faded Polaroids. Tracy and Lanie get real about life lessons they have learned, while also bonding over their go-to Broadway bars, and the memories made along the way. Tune in for a fun and heartfelt conversation with one of country music’s fastest-rising stars!

This week on TL’s Road House, Tracy Lawrence invites Texas country-rock band Treaty Oak Revival onto the bus for a high energy hang full of music, mischief and memories from the road. Originally from Odessa, Texas, the band is made up of Sam Canty (lead singer/acoustic guitar), Lance Vanley (rhythm electric/background vocals), Jeremiah Vanley (lead electric), Dakota Hernandez (bass) and Cody Holloway (drums). These self-proclaimed “rockers with a country accent” have carved out a lane of their own in the Texas and Red Dirt scene, releasing four studio albums, selling out shows and racking up impressive streams while staying true to their homegrown identity. Hop on the bus for a conversation filled with good stories, good laughs and an inside look at one of Texas’ most beloved bands.

TL’s Road House is off to The Natural State this week! Tracy welcomes fellow Arkansas native Joe Nichols for a hometown-rooted conversation about growing up in the south, reaching legend status and cheering on their beloved Razorbacks in college football. Joe Nichols hit the Nashville scene in 2002 with his hit single “Brokenheartsville” and followed with a string of No.1s that placed him in modern country music history. In the episode, Tracy and Joe share a love for their Arkansas Razorbacks: telling stories of favorite rivalries and home games, along with what ‘90s country means to them and how they’ve developed since then! Joe talks about his childhood, coming from a musical family and how it shaped his classic sound he’s known for today. Listen now for a nostalgic look at how Joe’s Arkansas roots continue to inspire him!

TL’s Road House is back! This week, Tracy Lawrence welcomes the one and only Drake White on the bus for an inspiring, lively chat about music, faith and finding fire through the struggle. Known for his southern-gospel rock sound, Drake White shares the story of his biggest trial and how it led him to live with the mentality that this is his time. Named one of Rolling Stone Country’s “10 Artists You Need To Know,” White found success with his band The Big Fire. Songs like “Hurts the Healing” and “Livin’ the Dream” can be credited to his optimistic outlook and strong faith throughout his life. Listen today for a heartwarming conversation with one of Nashville’s own!

One update Buckle up—this week on TL’s Road House, Tracy Lawrence sits down with country renegade Kip Moore for a conversation you don’t want to miss. Best known for his 2x Platinum song “Somethin’ ‘Bout A Truck” and his americana-rock sound, Kip Moore has made his way in Nashville and all over the world. Post-pandemic, Moore’s records picked up traction in Australia, Europe and South Africa - leading him to sell out arenas and stadiums year after year across oceans! The two find common ground on the topic of their live show, life on the road with their band and how they stay a fan of country music so far into their careers. Turn up the volume and tune in now for a side-stage glance!

This week on TL’s Road House, Tracy Lawrence rolls out the welcome mat for ⅓ of Lady A and country music star: Charles Kelley! Forming in 2006, the trio found quick success when the track “I Run to You” on their debut album reached No. 1 on country charts. Later on - albums going 6x platinum, numerous CMA and GRAMMY awards, and four headlining tours was enough to give Charles the confidence to step out on his own and explore his own artistry. After two successful solo albums, known for “The Driver” feat. Dierks Bentley and Eric Paslay, Charles tells Tracy about how he’s living life in the slow lane now - focusing on his family and making music that reaches the right audience. Listen now for classic storytelling and 20 years’ worth of Lady A history straight from the source!

Get ready for a ride… TL’s Road House is back! This week on the bus, Tracy Lawrence welcomes country superstar Rodney Atkins for a tell-all conversation covering old school vs. new school writing and today’s rising stars, filled with the kind of energy only a true hitmaker can bring. Atkins has been a pioneer in the country music industry, with his songs going No. 1 in the back of every ‘90s truck. The two icons discuss the heartwarming change they’re seeing in the fans at their shows, Atkins’ six Billboard No. 1 singles (describing them as “life songs”) and which writers he took advice from as he was making his way in Nashville. Tune in today for a casual conversation between two old friends!

TL’s Road House is back! This week on the bus, Tracy Lawrence welcomes singer-songwriter John Morgan for a laid-back conversation about hits he’s penned, his own music and life on the road. John shares he was convinced to move to Nashville in 2020 by his now drummer, where he began cutting his teeth in the songwriting world, writing hits for Jon Pardi, Dustin Lynch, Thomas Rhett and 16 songs for Jason Aldean. Now on his own headlining tour and stepping into his artistry, John has accumulated almost 45 million streams across his discography and is only gaining speed! Buckle up and listen now for a sit-down full of honesty, heartwarming stories and humor!

Tracy Lawrence welcomes the eight-time ACM Group of the Year Old Dominion on the bus this week for an all-new episode of TL’s Road House. Old Dominion takes Tracy back to the beginning – discussing how the group got together and their first gigs to multiple No. 1 hits and award wins. The artists take a trip down memory lane to talk about the charm of Music Row that brought them to Nashville and how it’s grown. Old Dominion talks about the inspiration they received from Tracy and how their paths have crossed throughout their careers, as well as other musical inspirations.  The group is now hitting the road on their headline tour this fall and will visit cities nationwide. Tune in today!

Buckle up for this week’s episode of TL’s Road House! Host Tracy Lawrence welcomes skyrocketing country music star, Tucker Wetmore. In the episode, Tucker shares stories of his first red carpet and the making of his debut album ‘What Not To.’ From meeting the group of writers that have become his close friends to hometown fishing buddies, Tracy finds common ground with the young performer. Now amassing over 1 billion streams globally, joining Thomas Rhett on his Better in Boots Tour and scoring his first No. 1 at country radio this year, the “Brunette” singer has been turning heads with no intention of slowing down. Believe it or not, Wetmore even admits rumors circulating that he and Zach Top are cousins.. are true! Listen in today for a lively conversation with one of Nashville’s favorite newcomers!

Hop on the bus for this week’s episode of TL’s Road House as Tracy Lawrence welcomes Greylan James: hit songwriter best known for co-writing Jordan Davis’ “Next Thing You Know,” Kenny Chesney’s “Happy Does,” songs for Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton and more. James also just released his buzzy new track “Water At A Wedding,” garnering fast attention on social media. James grew up in Knoxville, TN, just five minutes away from where his idol Kenny Chesney got his start. In 2016, he made the move to Nashville and found success quickly with multiple No. 1s at Country radio as a writer. The two chat about upgrading to their first tour buses, the power of country music storytelling that’s bleeding into new genres and how hard it was to break out as an artist before grasping the importance of virility. Listen now for a side-stage look at the songwriting and rising artist world through Greylan James!

Climb aboard the bus for this week’s episode of TL’s Road House! Tracy Lawrence swaps road tales and songwriting stories with country star Drew Baldridge in a lively, down-home chat you won’t want to miss. Baldridge, best known for his hits “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” “Dance With Ya” and “Tough People,” moved to Nashville with nothing but a couch and a TV – but heinstantly felt a sense of belonging. Attending what he named “honky tonk school” by playing lower Broadway, he got the foundation he needed to find success in the music industry at only 18. Now with over 120 million streams across Baldridge’s discography, he and Tracy talk about the longevity of artists today and what it feels like to watch a new generation of musicians rise. Tune in today for a talk led by friendship, family and fame!