In this week's episode of Rowdy Alternative, Sam is joined by journalist and author Josh Crutchmer to dive deep into the history and evolution of the Red Dirt music scene. Josh shares his personal journey through the genre, offering insights on its origins and the influential artists who helped shape it, including bands like Cross Canadian Ragweed and The Great Divide, and key figures such as Mike McClure. He also previews his upcoming book, Red Dirt Unplugged, which captures the current state of the scene and explores its promising future. If you're a fan of Red Dirt or curious about its roots, this is a must-listen episode!