Episodes
April 3, 2020
Lydia Watson live from "The Bird's Nest"
Lydia Watson is a singer-songwriter from North Georgia. Influenced by greats like Loretta Lynn, Ashley McBride and her Nana and Papaw. So listen in as we talk about music, school, life, crocs and so much more. Follow her @lydiawatsonmusic on Facebook and Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
March 27, 2020
Dart Band live from "The Bird's Nest"
The Dart Band is group of brothers Alex and Ryan along with their friend Gavin. They all go to school together here in Georgia and you can hear them across the Atlanta area,well when things get back to normal anyway. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
March 20, 2020
Elliott Prather live from "The Bird's Nest"
Hailing from the small town of Ball Ground, Georgia, and now pursuing a bachelor's degree in songwriting at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, Elliott Prather is a young independent country singer-songwriter sharing his love of music with crowds of fans and new faces most weekends. At an early age, Prather realized that"life's too short to not make good music." Prather began playing gigs around his hometown at the age of 17, learning the ins and outs of a "professional jukebox." It wo...
March 13, 2020
Music Authority's The Beyond live from "The Bird's Nest"
Music Authority's showcase band Beyond Beyond is an audition only high school band that performs locally in the Atlanta area. Audrey on vocals, Thomas on guitar, Trevor on guitar, Kennedy on Bass, and Jackson on Drums. They all play multiple instruments and they all are students at Music Authority. So listen in as we talk music, life beyond music, hidden talents, and some of their favorite songs to perform --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support thi...
March 6, 2020
Mason Embers live from "The Bird's Nest"
Sixteen-year-old Atlanta singer-songwriter Mason Embers has a mission: influence his listeners to feel the range of human emotion. Blending a multitude of genres and writing reflective lyrics showcasing the aspects of our thoughts and feelings, Embers sets a vivid picture of life. Gravitating to music from a young age, Embers developed a natural ability to sing. He remained an interested listener, never planning to personally pursue music. However, after a sudden desire to learn, he began guitar...
Feb. 28, 2020
Jayna Jennings live from "The Bird's Nest"
Only two percent of the population are redheads, and Jayna Jennings makes music as unique as her hair. Jayna welcome you into her world with her emotive, moving, and relatable songwriting. All 9 songs on ‘Courtyards & Aviaries, Pt. 1,' an album penned by Jennings, have received worldwide radio airplay. As host of #UnsignedChat and Showcase with Jayna Jennings, Jayna is an avid supporter of other musicians and has enjoyed promoting new music from passionate artists. Jayna's mission is to spread a...
Feb. 21, 2020
Aaron Tanner live from the "Bird's Nest"
Aaron grew up in a musical family and played in various family bluegrass and Southern Gospel groups be for striking out on his own in June of 2019. Aaron describes his particular style of music as "Too Country for the Church and too Christian for the bar." He tries to write music that speaks to those sitting on a bar stool just as well as to those sitting on a church pew and with musical influences spanning from Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard to Ricky Skaggs and Randy Travis Aaron is sure to...
Feb. 14, 2020
LeeAndrew Bray live from " The Bird's Nest"
LeeAndrew Bray is a Performing Singer/Songwriter, US Army Iraq/Afghanistan Veteran, Purple Heart recipient, Wounded Warrior Project Alumni and native of northwest Georgia currently calling Calhoun, GA his hometown. LeeAndrew performs his own original music as well as a few select cover songs that he can relate to. People have said that he has a sound similar to Brantley Gilbert and Jason Aldean with a unique flair that is all his own. He is currently the front man for the Southern Rock/Country ...
Feb. 7, 2020
Aaron Richard live from "the Bird's Nest"
Aaron Richard is a singer-songwriter from North Georgia but originally from Louisiana. You can catch Aaron along with his girlfriend/manager Katrina playing shows all around Georgia as well as in Tennessee. So listen in as we talk about music, life, and so much more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
Jan. 31, 2020
Mount Royal live from "The Bird's Nest"
Born with a sense of purpose and drive to breathe life into this new era of music. Built on a strong foundation of friendship, playful expression and powerful performance, Mount Royal strives to lift up its audience with catchy hook-driven Rock ‘n’ Roll that will make you feel good and think deeply. Instagram@mountroyaltheband http://mountroyaltheband.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/supp...
Jan. 24, 2020
Eli Potter live from the Oakhouse
Welcome this week's guest Eli Potter. Eli is a singer-songwriter from Georgia. His unique voice and inspirational writing will have you leaning in to learn more about him. So listen in as we talk music, family, and Eli plays us a few songs. For all things Georgia Songbirds just follow the link. https://linktr.ee/thegeorgiasongbirds --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
Jan. 17, 2020
Thomas Fountain live from "the Bird's Nest"
Thomas is a -former Ga Country Artist of the year and overall artist of the year -toured 6 states in 2019 -heard on 94.9 The Bull and Kicks 101.5 (now called new country 101.5) -selling out Atlanta area venues -played suntrust park, turner field, bobby dodd stadium, atlanta coliseum, and more -new EP is called "mountain climber". Wrote or co-wrote 4 of the 6 tracks -first EP I wrote all 6 songs. Supported Chris Stapleton, Charlie Daniels, Travis Tritt, Brett Young, LoCash, Trace Adkins, K...
Jan. 10, 2020
Bri Foxx and Toxic Foxtrot live from "The Bird's Nest"
Bri Foxx and her band Toxic Foxtrot are band from North Georgia. All the members have a hand in creating their own unique sound of psychedelic rock. Currently they are working on an EP and hope to have it released soon. Follow them on there journey as they rock across Georgia --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
Jan. 3, 2020
Jake Aaron Michael live from the "Bird's Nest"
Jake is a singer-songwriter from North Georgia he has opened for Brett young, been on stage 2 times with Craig Campbell, played at the super bowl concert 2019 in Atlanta and plays regularly around the state. Jake was inspired by the likes of Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Randy Travis and definitely fits into that old troubadour style. So listen as we talk life, family, music and more. Jake even plays a few songs for us. Go follow Jake on all social media. Facebook: Jake Aaron Michael Music I...
Dec. 27, 2019
Miles Landrum live from the Oakhouse in Canton Ga
"For me songwriting and music in general is my way of being honest with myself. Maybe the music softens the blow, or maybe it's easier to be lost in thought chasing an idea, but I find that when I start to pull back and listen to what I've written I've unearthed some truth about myself that I would not have been brave enough to admit any other way." Miles Landrum was born and raised in Adairsville, Georgia. Growing up in a small town left an indelible impression on his life. He jokes that he did...
Dec. 20, 2019
Jonathan Peyton live from The Oakhouse in Canton Ga
“My love of music started back in the days when Dad took us kids for a ride in the car and introduced us to the stories Merle Haggard told through his music. That love has never died.” Jonathan Peyton often reminisces about how music became his passion. A singer/songwriter from Woodstock, Georgia. Peyton often writes emotion-evoking pieces from personal life experience. “Writing music has become a way of processing through life and relating to others and their stories.” Jonathan released his fi...
Dec. 13, 2019
Music Authority's Eclipse live from "The Bird's Nest"
Music Authority's Eclipse is a featured group of talented students from Music Authority (a music school, located in Cumming, GA) and currently, under the direction of instructor Melissa Loggins, features Sashu Machani (vocals), Savannah Hughes (guitar/vocals), Nicholas Lopez (guitar), Jackson Warren (bass), and Dominic Perez (drums). Eclipse is a student All-Star band that is designed to give outstanding students an opportunity to experience many facets of the music industry while performing i...
Dec. 6, 2019
Barb Carbon live from the Oakhouse in Canton Ga
Barb Carbon is a folk/roots-rock musical artist from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. She performs as a solo act, as well as with her musical partner, Arrie Bozeman, in the band The Ain’t Sisters. Carbon’s influences are rooted in the beautifully raw, gritty sounds of Shovels and Rope, The Avett Brothers, and Lucinda Williams, and the earnest, inspired songwriting of Patty Griffin, The Indigo Girls, and Brandi Carlile, among others. Barb makes music that is as accessible as it is personal. A masterful poe...
Nov. 28, 2019
Debra Lynn Rodriguez live from the Oakhouse
My name is Debra Lynn Rodriguez and I am a soul singer, a storyteller, and a stargazer. I am tattooed, often barefoot, and was raised singing in the hills of Appalachia. As a singer, I draw from a deep well of musical tradition. My earliest memories are of singing at my mama’s piano, tambourine in hand. I am heavily influenced by blues, gospel, folk, and rock and roll. It’s those roots along with my own experiences, life in community, and chasing the Big Mystery which most inspire my songwriting...
Nov. 22, 2019
Alley Bei live from The Bird's Nest
Music for the mischievous and artistic. Alternative and pop music with high energy, expressive lyrics, and spooky flavor --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thegeorgiasongbirds/support
Nov. 15, 2019
Jennifer Barger live from the "Bird's Nest"
Ever since she was a toddler, Jennifer sang and danced around the house with her siblings daily. Her mom says "she sang before she talked and danced before she walked". There has always been a spark and love for music in her heart. Now, being able to learn piano, guitar and ukulele, and learn how to use her voice, she has been writing more original music for her solo gig as Jennifer Barger (@jenniferbargermusic)! In 2016 she and her sister competed in a local GA competition at which the sister ...
Nov. 8, 2019
Garrett Wheeler live from "The Bird's Nest"
Garrett Wheeler is a soon to be 17 year old (Nov 13th) , singer/ songwriter, roots, musician based out of Kennesaw, Ga. Playing music full time for two years between Georgia and Florida. He has performed at venues such as Eddie's Attic, Smith's Olde Bar, The Vinyl (Centerstage), Gustons in Woodstock & Acworth, Sixes Tavern and many others in the Atlanta area. He has released two singles which are available now and is currently working on his debut album (lp) at Darkhorse Stuidos in Cartersville,...
Nov. 1, 2019
Life as Mary live from the Bird's Nest
Life As Mary is a talented artist with a passion for pop-punk, and indie rock. Hailing from Atlanta, GA, this charismatic singer, and songwriter managed to combine stunning melodies with infectious grooves and great beats, in order to create a catchy, yet direct and edgy sound. Life As Mary’s newest release, “Deconstructed”, is a great example of the artist’s sonic vision, marking a really unique step forward in terms of creativity and ideas. Fans of female-fronted indie rock will certainly co...
Oct. 25, 2019
The Chip McGuire Band live from The Oakhouse in Canton
Born in Cebu City, Philippines Chip was adopted by the McGuire family and traveled the 8,865 miles to his new "Hometown" of Adairsville, Georgia. Here he met his band mates and together they have created a unique style fusing together elements of bluegrass, country, Americana, rock and folk known as "Nu-Grass". Chip continues to write new music and blends every ones personal style of playing into something that translates into an electrifyingly energetic sound that is truly original and makes fo...