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The Mighty Philbert PodcastS01E22 Fire, Brimstone, and Juice BoxesSend us a textThis week, we’re diving into The Great Hell Scare — when churches turned Hell into a horror franchise long before Netflix picked up the idea. From sweaty revival preachers describing worms eating your flesh, to Hell Houses scarier than any haunted house, to Jack Chick comics that made Dungeons & Dragons look like a Satanic initiation ceremony… we saw it all.And the baggage? Yeah, we’re still unpacking that. Anxiety, nightmares, religious trauma, and the kind of childhood fear that makes you wonder if Capri Suns were just communion cups wit...
2025-08-2108 min
Tasty Brew MusicJack Barksdale - A Voice for EveryoneI’ve been around of while. I’ve seen and heard hundreds, if not thousands, of live music performances. Everything from my first concert in 1965 for The Righteous Brothers in St. Louis to Loretta Lynn at the Ryman Auditorium inNashville, Tennessee. I’ve been present in locked fado clubs in Lisbon and Porto, Portugal witnessing some of the most profound and emotional music ever performed. I’ve sat mere steps away from Guy Clark and Verlon Thompson, Rodney Crowell, Bonnie Raitt, John Fullbright, Steve Earle…. On and on. I know myself to have been in the presence of folks at the pinnacle o...
2025-07-2828 min
Tasty Brew MusicJack Barksdale - A Voice for EveryoneI’ve been around of while. I’ve seen and heard hundreds, if not thousands, of live music performances. Everything from my first concert in 1965 for The Righteous Brothers in St. Louis to Loretta Lynn at the Ryman Auditorium inNashville, Tennessee. I’ve been present in locked fado clubs in Lisbon and Porto, Portugal witnessing some of the most profound and emotional music ever performed. I’ve sat mere steps away from Guy Clark and Verlon Thompson, Rodney Crowell, Bonnie Raitt, John Fullbright, Steve Earle…. On and on. I know myself to have been in the presence of folks at the pinnacle of s...
2025-07-2828 min
The Ann Harder ShowCentral Texas Events; Renegade Revival Music FestAnn is joined by Headliner Jack Barksdale for the Renegade Reviavl music fest. Benefitting "HAAM" Health Alliance for Austin Musicians starting May 17th 2025 in Georgetown Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-05-0916 min
Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee ThomasJack BarksdaleJack Barksdale inspires me about the next generations of music made , and especially here in Texas. A 17 yr. old folk/Americana singer/songwriter Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, John Fullbright, and Hayes . He’s definitely an “old soul” that paints his way into your mind with his prolific lyrics.
He’s headlining the inaugural Renegade Revival Music Fest May 17th at the Georgetown Palace Theater. And proceeds benefit HAAM of Austin helping musicians with healthcare.
Listen this week to our interview and you t...
2025-05-0553 min
Marty MusicMeet 17-Year-Old Blues Folk Prodigy Jack BarksdaleThe Marty Music Podcast is back with an unforgettable episode featuring my new friend Jack Barksdale. Jack, a 17-year-old folk and blues guitar prodigy from Texas, shares his musical roots, songwriting process, and influences—from Johnny Cash to Lead Belly.
Stay tuned for performances of "Before the Devil Knows" and "Law and Order" from his latest EP, Out of Order. You won't want to miss the music, insights, and inspiration in this one!
Listen to the Out of Order EP - https://smithmusic.ffm.to/662582163421
2024-12-1426 min
Jack Barksdale's Roots RevivalBrendan ForrestOn this episode I interview Brendan Forrest, who is a fantastic multi-instrumentalist, composer, and singer-songwriter. I loved getting to talk to him about his musical background, his approach to his music, his new album, Daydreaming Music Fiend (which is available now!), and much more. I hope you like this one and stay tuned for more interesting episodes in the future. As always, you can email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas. Enjoy!
2024-10-1836 min
Crisper RootsAnti-Authoritarian Roots: Embla and the Karidotters and Jack BarksdaleSend us a textTwo surreal and beautifully-played political roots albums: Embla and the Karidotters' LP OFF LEASH and Jack Barksdale's EP OUT OF ORDER.
2024-09-1725 min
Concert PipelineEp. 461 - Jack BarksdaleEpisode 461 of Concert Pipeline featuring Jack Barksdale, in which we talk to him about trying to imitate piano on guitar, writing songs at the age of 7, receiving support and feedback from rockstars like Matt Sorum, starting a podcast called Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival during the pandemic with his mom and talking to musicians he respects, his family’s fandom of Tom Petty, playing with Wynona Judd, and his new EP “Out of Order.” Jack also performed 2 songs from the EP for the podcast!
2024-09-161h 17
Texas ToastTEXAS ON TAP: Week Thirty Three 2024Send us a text and let us know what you think!We love a new name here at Texas Toast and we've got one + three familiars on tap this week! Join us in the Taproom for new releases from Jack Barksdale, Gannon Fremin & CCREV, Gary Patrick and William Wallace Band!Huge thanks to our friends at CH Lonestar Promo, Release Rocket & More Than Music Creations for supporting the show. Find all of our podcast episodes in audio or video format at www.texastoastpodcast.com! Spread the love by subscribing on YouTube, following us o...
2024-08-1628 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalLindi Ortega and Mike MeadowsOn this episode, I talked with my good friends, Lindi Ortega and Mike Meadows, about a project that we actually worked on together. I’ve known Mike for a while and have worked with him a lot over the years. Late last year Mike introduced me to his friend Lindi and shortly afterwards we three cooked up a plan to record some Tom Waits songs and release them as a joint single. Lindi and Mike are both amazing artists and musicians and it was an honor to get to work with them both. So please join us as we di...
2024-07-1533 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalLiam St. JohnLiam St. John is an amazing singer-songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. His songs are a modern amalgamation of a wide range of American music. Roots, Blues, Rock, Soul, R&B, he does it all. Liam’s new EP, Believer is a shift from his two previous “stripped back” records. Believer features full band arrangements of Liam’s songs and shows a different side of his music. I really loved talking to Liam about his music, what his music means to him, his journey, his goals, and much more. We even got a surprise visit from his friend Evan Honer. A...
2024-06-2623 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalVan Plating is back with a new albumIn this episode, I sat down once again with Van Plating. Van and I last spoke in 2021 when she was releasing her sophomore album. Now, two years later, we’ve reconvened to discuss her third and most daring album yet, Orange Blossom Child. Chronicling the lives of her and her family, and others undergoing the Floridian experience. Self-produced with 11 songs and many collaborators, such as Elizabeth Cook, Reckless Kelly, and The Damn Quails, to name a few. It’s a great album. I hope you enjoy it and learn some cool facts about the album and Van in this epis...
2023-09-1815 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalEd SnodderlyToday I sat down with Ed Snodderly, an amazing roots singer-songwriter and musician from Johnson City, Tennessee. We got to talk about his new album (Chimney Smoke) coming out in July, the songwriting class he teaches at East Tennessee State University, how he got started in music, and much more. Ed has released LPs on Sugar Hill and other prestigious roots-oriented labels and, in addition to his solo work, he also recorded and performed as the Brother Boys with duet partner Eugene Wolf. Ed's songs have been recorded by such artists as Sam Bush, John Cowan, Reeltime Travelers, Missy...
2023-06-2732 min
The Country GoldmineShow #45 - Segment 1 - 2022Jack Barksdale – GoneDylan LeBlanc - Gentle on My MindJohn Anderson - Straight Tequila NightJay Semko - Drop You in the Water Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-0718 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalWill Payne HarrisonThis week I conversed with singer-songwriter, Will Payne Harrison. Will is a Nashville based Country/Roots artist. He just released his new ten song album, Tioga Titan. The album was produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by Will, himself. I highly recommend giving it a listen if you haven’t already. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2022-11-0216 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalEver More NestToday I had the pleasure of talking with Ever More Nest (specifically lead singer/songwriter Kelcy Mae). Ever More Nest’s new album, "Out Here Now" was produced by Neilson Hubbard. With contributions from multi-instrumentalists Will Kimbrough, Fats Kaplin and bassist Dean Marold, it’s hard to go wrong. I really love this new album. It’s so soulful and emotive. I highly recommend it as well as Ever More Nest’s 2018 album, "The Place That You Call Home." I loved getting to learn more about Ever More Nest, their story and their music and I hope you do too. As alway...
2022-10-1324 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalCaleb CaudleThis week I was able to visit with Caleb Caudle. Caleb’s new album, Forsythia, will be released in October 2022. It is a treasure trove of great songwriting and self-reflection. On this new album he worked with many fantastic artists and creatives such as John Carter Cash, Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush, Carlene Carter, Elizabeth Cook and more. I hope you enjoy learning about Caleb and his music. I know I certainly did! As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2022-10-0313 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalKevin HoustonOn this episode of the podcast I talk with Kevin Houston, a music engineer and producer. He’s worked with bands and artists such as Robert Plant, North Mississippi All Stars, Patty Griffin, Buddy Guy, Walter Trout, Lucero and many more. In fact Kevin was the engineer on my new song “Gone”. It was fun getting to talk and learn more about the other side of the recording process. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.comfor any questions or show ideas. Enjoy!
2022-09-2846 min
Texas ToastTEXAS ON TAP: 8/26/22 "The Best in Texas Country THIS WEEK"Send us a text and let us know what you think!All new tunes and even some debuts in the Tap Room this week, with music from Flatland Cavalry, Jack Barksdale, West Texas Exiles, Clay Hollis, Chris Crisp, Isaac Jacob Band, Bri Bagwell and Luke Daniel!Find all of our podcast episodes in audio or video format at www.texastoastpodcast.com and every single song we've mentioned on the show in our TEXAS ON TAP Spotify Playlist! Support the show by subscribing on YouTube, following us on Socials @texastoastpod, making a contribution via P...
2022-08-2632 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalAdam Carroll
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing one of my all time favorite songwriters, Adam Carroll. We talked about how he started, what he's learned over the years, his plans for the future and so much more. I had so much fun learning more about Adam and his music and getting to ask him some questions as a fan that I had been wanting to ask for a while. I hope you learn some cool things from this episode. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2022-07-071h 01Jack Barksdale's Roots RevivalJohn “Jz” Zaskoda of Dirty PoolJohn “Jz” Zaskoda is an amazing musician, songwriter and frontman. His band Dirty Pool, after years of playing shows around Texas, have released their debut album, Late Bloomer. The album blends many genres and styles. It doesn’t feel like they’re trying to be anyone else, it feels unique, satisfying and original. I had a great time learning more about Jz and I hope you do too. Make sure you go listen to Dirty Pool’s album anywhere music is available. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2022-06-2134 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalKyle NixOn this episode of the podcast I interviewed singer-songwriter Kyle Nix. Kyle has been recording and touring as the fiddle player in the band Turnpike Troubadours for years, but in 2020 Kyle emerged with his debut solo album, Lightning on the Mountain & Other Short Stories.
The album is a a western-inspired collection of literary songs, which tell stories from Kyle’s own history as well as of the many unique characters he may or may not have encountered throughout his years on the road. And if you get the chance to catch him in concert you’ll experience a fun, energetic show...
2022-06-0727 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalCindy Emch of Secret Emchy SocietyToday I had the pleasure of chatting with Cindy Emch of the band Secret Emchy Society. Cindy’s music is a blend of Americana, California Country, Gothbilly, Honky Tonk and Roots music. It was great getting to talk to her about her band’s new album (Gold Country, Country Gold), her influences, her overall musical journey and more. I hope you enjoy this episode and make sure to check out Secret Emchy Society’s new album and have a great day! As always you can email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas. Thanks for listening!
2022-05-2528 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGraham WeberThis week I interviewed Graham Weber. Graham is a proud resident of Austin, Texas, a phenomenal singer-songwriter and solo artist. He sings torch songs with his jazz combo and rock and roll with Western Youth. He’s the Artistic Director of The House of Songs, which is an organization that invites songwriters from around the world to the United States to share the universal language of music in collaborations designed to bridge cultures and build friendships. Graham is such a talented and interesting person and it was a lot of fun getting to learn more about him. I hope you en...
2022-05-1242 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalPeter DonovanOn this episode of the podcast I had the pleasure of talking with Seattle based singer-songwriter Peter Donovan. We discussed his new album, This Better Be Good (his very first solo album, coming out April 29, 2022), some of his prior projects (All The Real Girls, The Rose Petals), his love of The Beatles, and much more. I hope you enjoy this episode and look up Peter’s music if you haven’t already. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2022-04-2025 min
THE MUSICAL UNIVERSE OF PROFESSOR HURSTEPISODE SEVENTY-SEVEN, interview with Ft. Worth Texas based Americana singer/songwriter Jack Barksdale.Jack Barksdale is an experienced, erudite and knowledgeable singer/songwriter. The fact that he is fourteen years old blew me away. You will enjoy the discussion Jack and I have, I know I did.
2022-04-121h 12Jack Barksdale's Roots RevivalJaimee HarrisThis week I got to talk with Jaimee Harris. Jaimee is a phenomenal songwriter with a wonderful voice and a deep passion for music. Her 2018 album, “Red Rescue,” is an amazing collection of awe-inspiring songwriting and musicality that I highly recommend. Her mix of blunt relatability, beautiful imagery, and master-level storytelling is rare and refreshing. No matter what kind of music you like you can find a Jaimee Harris song that you love. I hope you check out her music if you haven’t already. You can go to jaimeeharris.com to learn more about her and as always email me at...
2022-04-1129 min
episodes - Americana Music Show#481 For people who put a tiger in your tankBand of Heathens and Ray Wylie Hubbard covering a Motown hit. New old blues from Jack Barksdale. Old school R&B from Swamp Dogg. New albums from Dolly, Paul Cauthen, Charley Crockett and much more.
"#481 For people who put a tiger in your tank" originated from Americana Music Show.
2022-03-1600 minepisodes - Americana Music Show#481 For people who put a tiger in your tankBand of Heathens and Ray Wylie Hubbard covering a Motown hit. New old blues from Jack Barksdale. Old school R&B from Swamp Dogg. New albums from Dolly, Paul Cauthen, Charley Crockett and much more.
"#481 For people who put a tiger in your tank" originated from Americana Music Show.
2022-03-1600 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalNicholas Edward WilliamsNicholas Edward Williams is a folk singer, singer-songwriter, and creator and host of the music history podcast, American Songcatcher. I had the honor to interview him this week and It was phenomenal. This episode is a bit longer than usual because there was just so much ground to cover. Nicholas is such an interesting individual and it would have felt wrong not to talk about it all. So please enjoy what Is one of my favorite episodes of this podcast so far and have a great day. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show...
2021-12-221h 03Jack Barksdale's Roots RevivalSidewaysTo celebrate the release of my single, Sideways, I had an amazing conversation with my co-writer on the song, Jeff Plankenhorn. We talked about how we came up with the premise of “Sideways,” what influences and inspirations we had for the song, how the song warped and shifted from our original vision, and what ever else we felt like talking about. I hope you enjoy this episode as well as the new single. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show ideas.
2021-12-0334 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalAnthony Simpkins of GemsOnVHSThis week I was lucky enough to interview Anthony Simpkins. Anthony is a folk and roots musician and songwriter. With his YouTube channel, GemsOnVHS Anthony acts as somewhat of a modern day Alan Lomax in the way that he finds these great artists and introduces their music to a wider audience. It was fun talking with Anthony about how he got to where he is, his goals, and some shared personal pet peeves. I hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast as much as I did. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for any questions or show...
2021-11-1033 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalCharles Wesley GodwinCharles Wesley Godwin is a country/folk musician and songwriter with a voice so comforting yet powerful that it can knock you off of your feet. His 2019 debut album, Seneca, set the bar high and he continues to deliver with his sophomore album, How the Mighty Fall, coming out November 5th.
I had the privilege of getting an exclusive listen and I can confirm that it’s going to exceed all of your expectations. On today’s episode Charles talks about the making of the album, how he got to where he is, some of his greatest experiences, and much much...
2021-10-2034 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGrace MorrisonI had a great time this week talking with Grace Morrison. Grace has just released her brand new 12 song album entitled Daughter. The album was produced by well respected musician and producer Jon Evans and includes a co-write with Lori McKenna. Not to mention Lloyd Maines makes an appearance on every song on the album! In addition to her new album, we talked about her many unbelievable experiences in the music business, the way the pandemic impacted her music, her influences, and much more. Sit back and enjoy!
2021-09-1517 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalElijah OceanI was fortunate enough to interview Elijah Ocean this week. Elijah has been praised as an artist to watch in Rolling Stone, Saving Country Music, LA Weekly, Uproxx, Wide Open Country, and beyond. He just released his sixth studio album “Born Blue.” According to Elijah, this album has been a long time coming. “Born Blue” has a true country sound and I highly recommend it. We talked about many things from how he got started to the trials and tribulations of navigating the music business to what success means and so on. I had a wonderful time. I hope you enjoy it
2021-08-1823 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalDominique PruittThis week I had the pleasure of talking to singer/songwriter Dominique Pruitt. Dominique has a new 5 song EP called Praying for Rain coming out July 2, 2021. I enjoyed hearing how she got her start in music, her musical goals and how her new EP came together. So for the singles she has already released from the EP are amazing. As always send me an email if you have any questions or guest ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2021-06-3014 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMay RecapOn this episode my Mom and I recapped the crazy month that we just had including playing in Houston with Wynonna Judd among other things. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale with questions or show ideas.
2021-06-0226 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalScott NolanI was fortunate enough to sit down and talk with Scott Nolan. I’m a big fan of his and it was so much fun to get to interview him. Scott’s an accomplished singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Winnipeg, Canada. He has a very rare and unique sound that I absolutely love and I hope you will too. Scott has worked with artists such as Adam Carroll, Mary Gauthier, Hayes Carll, and Fred Eaglesmith among others. Not only is Scott an amazing singer-songwriter, he’s also an astounding poet and collage artist. He has a book of poetry entitled The Moon W...
2021-05-2733 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalWhat We're Listening to Right NowToday my mom and I talk about songs that have been in our heavy rotation lately.
Our lists span from John Prine and Townes Van Zandt to Lucinda Williams and Adam Carroll to Kaitlin Butts and Kyle Nix. It was a whole lot of fun. Enjoy! As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for show ideas or if you have any questions.
2021-05-1929 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalJimi PalaciosThis week my guest is Jimi Palacios of Gimme Radio and Gimme Country. Jimi also hosts a great radio show featuring roots and Americana music called Country Du Monde. I had a great time talking with Jimi about how he got into radio, who some of his favorite artist are and what some of his goals are going forward. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for show ideas or if you have any questions.
2021-05-0513 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalDiana CoxOn today’s episode of the Roots Revival Podcast I interviewed Diana Cox with the Kessler Theater, the Heights Theater and the Kessler Presents. We talked about her numerous callings, talents, and goals. She even gave some great advice for up and coming musicians looking to book more shows. I really hope you enjoy it! As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-04-2823 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalVan PlatingOne of my favorite things about this podcast is getting to meet and learn about people like Van Plating! This was my first time meeting Van and I’m so glad that I had the chance to do so. We talked about her story, her music and what led her to where she is now, with an article in American Songwriter and an upcoming spot in Americana Fest. Don’t forget to check out her new single, “The Way Down.” I can’t stop listening to it! I had so much fun on this week’s podcast and I would like to than...
2021-04-2119 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGrady SpencerI’m so glad to have had the opportunity to interview Fort Worth based musician, Grady Spencer. Grady and his band, The Work, have been working on a brand new album that should be coming out sometime this year! Grady shared with us some of his advice, stories, and music goals. I had such a great time talking with him and I hope y’all enjoy it as much as I did. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-04-1419 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalH. Jack WilliamsOn this week’s podcast I had the pleasure of interviewing H. Jack Williams! H. Jack has accomplished some unbelievable things over the years, like touring with The Who and writing songs for Gregg Allman, The Oak Ridge Boys, Montgomery Gentry, and Kevin Costner (Yes, that Kevin Costner!). Lately H. Jack’s been focusing on writing , performing, and recording his own music. He released a stunning E.P. in 2020 and came out with a haunting version of “What a Wonderful World” in January of 2021. He is currently working on a full length album that’s due sometime this year. I’ve been luck...
2021-04-0718 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalBilly HartmanOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast I talk with my good friend, fellow songwriter and musical mentor, Billy Hartman. We got to talk about his writing (and how it’s changed since becoming a dad), his biggest influences, and his ideas for his second album. Billy has an amazing album out called Beans and Cornbread. I would suggest listening to it start to finish at least two times if you haven’t already. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-03-3125 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalKen ValdezI met Ken Valdez last year at the NAMM show in Los Angeles. Ken is an accomplished guitarist and songwriter based in Minneapolis, MN. He has played with some absolutely astonishing artists, such as Buddy Guy, Billy F. Gibbons, The Black Crowes, BB King, The WallFlowers, Jeff Healey Band, Sammy Hagar, Cheap Trick, and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers to name a few. Despite his increasingly impressive résumé, Ken is one of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure to meet over the last few years. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-03-2432 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalBrandon CalliesMy latest guest on the Roots Revival Podcast is Brandon Callies. Brandon is a Texas based singer songwriter with a new album coming out April 30th called "Sunrise Diner." We talk about his album and more. Check it out!
2021-03-1709 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalHayes CarllI’ve been a fan of Hayes Carll’s music and songwriting for years and I’ve also been able to hang out and share a stage with Hayes. He’s always been just as great and as cool as his music! On this week’s episode of the podcast Hayes and I talk about how he got started in music, his dog Winnie, Townes Van Zandt and more. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-03-1027 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalSad SongsOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss the songs that make my mom and I cry. Sad, poignant, or sentimental — what brings on the tears for us?Listen to find out. We might even make a playlist of the songs that make us cry. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.

2021-02-2432 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalDan NavarroHave you ever heard the song "We Belong" performed by Pat Benatar? Well Dan Navarro co-wrote that song. I talk to Dan talk about the song, his advice for young songwriters, how he has adapted to live streaming during the pandemic and so much more. You definitely don't want to miss this episode.
2021-02-1724 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalJody Lee CaudleOn this week’s episode I talk with one of my favorite people, Jody Lee Caudle. He’s a radio host, a singer/songwriter, and my friend. It was a really fun conversation and I think you will enjoy hearing some of Jody Lee’s story.
2021-02-1020 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalThe Folk EpisodeOn this week's episode we talk about our favorite contemporary folk singers. Tune in to see if your favorites made the list. If we missed someone you like send me an email at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2021-02-0333 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalKat HastyKat Hasty is such a talented songwriter and I’m incredibly excited she made time to be on the podcast. We covered a lot of ground in our conversation including how she went viral on TikTok, Dalton Domino and her new music. If you have any questions or have show ideas email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2021-01-2717 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalReilly PhillipsThis week's guest comes from us all the way from California. Not only is Reilly Phillips an incredible musician and songwriter, he is also my cousin. In fact, Reilly and his family have been a huge inspiration for me and my love for music. Make sure you check out Reilly and his music on Spotify, Itunes, etc. As always contact me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-01-2017 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMatt BizerI’m extremely excited about this week’s guest. Matt Bizer Is the Executive Producer and Co-Founder of the Luck Reunion and Luck Productions based at Willie Nelson’s Luck, Texas Ranch. In the episode we talk about how Luck was created, how they have navigated the pandemic, how Matt and I met in New Orleans at 1AM and we even talk about his dog Koki the Corgi. You can learn more about Matt at MattBizer.com and Luck Reunion at luckreunion.com. As always contact me at jack@jackbarksdale,com for any questions or show ideas.
2021-01-1322 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalInfluential Women Songwriters and More (Part 2)We’re back with another episode of the Roots Revival Podcast. It’s part 2 of our discussion of influential women songwriters. One episode just wasn’t enough and to be honest we will probably have a third episode in the near future. We discuss over 20 of our favorite artists including Holly Williams, Allison Moorer, Larkin Poe, Jackie Darlene, Julie Nolan, Elizabeth Cook, The Buffalo Gals and more. As always, email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2021-01-0637 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMatt SorumWe are ending 2020 with a bang. Our final Roots Revival Podcast episode of the year features my interview with Matt Sorum. Matt has played with some of the most iconic bands on earth including The Cult, Guns and Roses, Velvet Revolver and most recently he has been touring and making records with Billy Gibbons. Matt and I talk about the new Billy Gibbons record, Matt’s charity work, advice for young up and coming artists and several other topics. I hope you enjoy our conversation. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com if you have any questions or show id...
2020-12-3032 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalBuck Fuffalo Family ChristmasMy guest on this episode of Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival is my good friend Buck Fuffalo. I wanted to talk to Buck about his 6th Annual Buck Fuffalo Family Christmas benefit happening December 17-19. His event will feature 50 artists including Ray Wylie Hubbard, Cody Canada, Bart Crow and so many others. I’m honored to get to be a part of the concert and also to talk with Buck about what motivates him to organize this benefit each year. Visit BuckFuffalo.com for tickets.
2020-12-1615 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMy Christmas List...of Songs'Tis the season to talk about Christmas songs. Robert Earl Keen, Johnny Cash, Ella Fitzgerald are just a few of the artists that made our list of favorite Christmas songs. Take a listen to this episode to see who else made the cut. What are your favorite Christmas songs? Email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-12-0920 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalNew SongI haven't really done a podcast like this before, but I wanted to share a new song I wrote with my friend, Billy Hartman. It's called "Painted White Line." It started as a trucker song, but I guess it really ended up being a song for anyone who travels and misses home. Let me know what you think. E-mail me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-12-0206 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalWhat We've Been Listening to LatelyOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss what music my mom and I have been listening to lately. We both made playlists of 20 songs that we’ve been spinning a lot this fall. You know we love a good playlist so if you have one we should listen to or songs and artists we should try out please let us know. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-12-0137 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalVerlon ThompsonOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss Verlon Thompson. Verlon is an expert-level songwriter, guitarist, singer, storyteller and also one of my favorite people in the whole world. On the podcast my mom and I discuss some of my personal interactions with Verlon, his work with Guy Clark (he played guitar for Guy live and in the studio for decades), Verlon’s own songwriting, his shows and what a treat it is to find someone so good at what he does and still be the nicest guy in the world. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com fo...
2020-11-2525 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalInfluential Women Songwriters and More (Part 1)On the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast my mom and I discuss our trifecta of women songwriters that are heavily influential on the music we love. Then we spiral off into other women songwriters, singers and musicians that we love — we talked way longer than we usually do on a regular podcast episode but there are so many artists that we love. And this is only part one! Of course there is a corresponding playlist! We talk about Lucinda Williams, Nanci Griffith, Kelly Willis, The Trishas, Kelley Mickwee and a ton more! As always, email jack@jackbarksdale.com fo...
2020-11-1850 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring IzzyWe’re back with another episode of Guitar Slingers! This week our guest is Izzy, one of the most unique and creative artists I know. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for show ideas or if you have any questions.
2020-10-0707 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring Zac WilkersonI love this episode of Guitar Slingers. Zac Wilkerson is one of my favorite artists on the Texas music scene today. And not just because he gave me a killer Peavey Classic 30 Amp. I really hope you enjoy this episode and learn more about Zac and how he was tricked into becoming a full time singer/songwriter. As always, email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-09-3007 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMy New 12 String GuitarThis is not your normal podcast episode. This is about my new 12 string guitar and how it just happened to show up at my door last week. I hope you enjoy this episode. Also if there are any songs I should learn on my new guitar email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-09-2308 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalRemy ReillyShe is only 16 but has already written and recorded more songs than most people twice her age. Remy Reilly plays guitar, piano, keys, and drums and has been performing original music live since she was 12 years old. On this episode we talked about her influences, what she has been doing during the quarantine, and her upcoming EP. She even sings one of her brand new songs. I hope you enjoy our conversation. Email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com with questions or show ideas.
2020-09-1619 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalJustin FrazellOne of the things I love most about the music community is its generosity. My guest on the podcast today, Justin Frazell, has one of the biggest hearts I know. We talk about his charity, Pickin’ for Preemies, how he got started in the radio business and his syndicated program Texas Red Dirt Roads. I hope you enjoy the episode. As usual email me show ideas or questions to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-09-0926 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring Jeff PlankenhornJeff Plankenhorn is one of the best guitar players and songwriters in Texas and I was excited to have him as a guest on the show. Just wait until you hear who his main musical influence is. You may be surprised. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com with any questions or show ideas.
2020-09-0207 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalPlaylists. Playlists. Playlists.Playlists. Playlists. Playlists. This episode is all about playlists and how they have helped us discover new music over the years and how it has influenced our musical tastes. We also talk about recent playlists we have made. Have you created any good playlists recently? Email a link to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-08-2630 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring John PedigoWelcome to another episode of Guitar Slingers. This week we feature John Pedigo. John is based in Dallas, TX and is an awesome producer, songwriter, singer and of course a great guitar player. Thank you to the Kessler Theatre for letting us record at their venue and for sponsoring this episode. As always, email show ideas or questions to me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-08-1906 minJack Barksdale's Roots Revival5 Hour Blues PlaylistOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss some of my essential Blues artists. In reality this episode was just a good excuse to talk about the 5 hour Blues playlist I created! It was a lot of fun. In fact there will probably be a Volume 2 coming soon. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-08-1222 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalFriends and StrangersOn this episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss my new song "Friends and Strangers" that is being released this Friday, August 7th! I wrote the song at the end of 2019 with my friend, Korby Lenker! On the podcast we discuss how the song came about and how we were able to put out new music during quarantine. I'm really proud of how the song turned out. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-08-0518 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalTownes Van Zandt Part 2On the very first episode of the podcast my mom and I discussed Townes Van Zandt and how he has influenced my songwriting and other songwriters I admire. But honestly I could talk about Townes Van Zandt for a lot longer than one episode. So here is Townes Van Zandt Volume 2. In this episode we get into more specifics of Townes’ songwriting and break down some of my favorite lyrics. As always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com for show ideas or questions.
2020-07-2928 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalAll About the BluesThe latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast is all about the Blues. We talk about our trip to Clarksdale, Mississippi to visit the crossroads where Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil. We also discuss some of my favorite blues musicians including Lead Belly, Howlin' Wolf, Blind Boy Fuller, Memphis Minnie, Mississippi Sheiks, Big Mama Thornton, Kansas Joe McCoy, and Sister Rosetta Tharpe. I hope you enjoy our Blues episode. As always email your show ideas or questions to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-07-2225 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring Jim SuhlerOur guest on this episode of Guitar Slingers is Jim Suhler. Jim is an excellent musician and performer. He's traveled the world the last 20 years playing guitar with George Thorogood. Most of all, he's a super nice guy and I enjoyed talking music with him. Email me if you have any comments or show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-07-1505 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalBruce RobisonOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast my mom and I discuss one of our favorite Texas songwriters, Bruce Robison! We talk about our favorite Bruce Robison songs, his musical family, The Next Waltz project, his influences and some of my personal experiences with Bruce (My first live concert was a Bruce Robison show!). This episode is sponsored by Rockit Music Gear. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-07-0822 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring Steve HelmsI'm so glad Steve Helms was able to join me on this episode of Guitar Slingers. If you have ever been to a Texas Ranger's game and heard the song, "Nowhere But Texas" then you have heard Steve Helms. He's an incredible guitar player and songwriter and I'm such a big fan. This episode of the podcast was sponsored by RockitMusicGear.com and as always email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com if you have any questions or show ideas.
2020-07-0105 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalTom PettyOn the latest episode of the Roots Revival Podcast we discuss the one and only Tom Petty! We talk about our favorite Tom Petty songs, The Heartbreakers, The Traveling Wilburys, and Mudcrutch. We covered a lot of ground in this episode and one thing is very clear…Tom Petty was a cool dude and an incredible songwriter that loved making awesome music. This episode is sponsored by Rockit Music Gear. As always email jack@jackbarksdale.com for questions or show ideas.
2020-06-2421 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMatt PraterMatt Prater is our latest guest on the podcast. From North Alabama, Matt is a soulful storyteller with Country, Honky Tonk, Folk and Roots Music influences. We had a great conversation about his writing process, Merle Haggard, music festivals and guitars. I even talked him into playing a song. As usual email me at jack@jackbarksdale.com if you have any questions or show ideas.
2020-06-1720 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalAngela PetrilliAngela Petrilli is a professional guitarist from Los Angeles, Ca. I met Angela at Winter NAMM in January. Before that I had seen her segment “Petrilli Picks” on the Norman’s Rare Guitars YouTube Channel. I really enjoyed speaking with her in this episode about how she got started in music, her influences, songwriting, her favorite guitar and more. As always, e-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-06-1021 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Verlon ThompsonVerlon Thompson is one of my all time guitar heroes and one of the nicest people you will ever meet. He's been writing songs and performing for over thirty years as a solo performer, and as the trusted sidekick of Guy Clark.
Along the way Verlon Thompson compositions have been recorded by Jimmy Buffett and Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley, Anne Murray, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Kenny Rogers, Randy Travis, Del McCoury, Sam Bush, Trisha Yearwood and many more.
His guitar can be heard on recordings by Restless Heart, Pam Tillis, and many more, including, and especially Guy Clark.
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2020-06-0307 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGalleywinter TakeoverThis week the podcast was taken over by the popular Texas music website Galleywinter. Cody Starr from the website turned the tables and interviewed me. Here are just a few of the things that came up during the episode in no particular order: Alice and Chains, Bruce Robison, eating chocolate covered crickets, Guy Clark, Copper Chief, Bri Bagwell, songwriting, the blues, Hayes Carll, and even Looney Tunes. Don't forget to send in those comments and show ideas. E-mail me at jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-2726 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalAbe PartridgeAmerican Songwriter Magazine calls Abe Partridge one of the “most respected songwriters and visual folk artists in the Southeast.” A former evangelical preacher and Air Force Veteran Abe Partridge has packed a lot of living in his 39 years. We had a great time talking about the music community, songwriting and how one of his t-shirts ended up in a Steven King movie. As always, e-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-2029 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode Featuring Daniel DonatoIn this episode we sat down and jammed with Daniel Donato. Daniel got his start on lower Broadway in Nashville at age 14, wrote a book on guitar philosophy at 18 and has toured all across America, five countries and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers. Daniel even has his own podcast, Daniel Donato’s Lost Highway. E-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-1305 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalMy Favorite SongwritersJohn Prine, Tom Petty, Townes Van Zandt, Guy Clark, Lucinda Williams, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Robison, Nancy Griffith, Iris Dement, Woody Guthrie, Rodney Crowell, John Hartford and more. Yes, we talk about all of these songwriters on this episode. As always, e-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-1321 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Michael LeeThis episode of Guitar Slingers is all about the blues with Michael Lee from Fort Worth, Texas. Bonus: I even do a Howlin' Wolf impression. E-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0105 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Bobby TexasIf you love pedal steel guitar this episode is for you. It’s our fourth installment of Guitar Slingers and it features Bobby Texas. Bobby is a touring pedal steel guitar player and the host of his own radio show on Texas Homegrown Radio. As always, e-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0103 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Mark AgnesiOn this episode of the show we feature a Guitar Slingers Episode we shot at Norman’s Rare Guitars. My guest was Mark Agnesi prior to him leaving Norman’s and going to work for Gibson as their brand ambassador. E-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0104 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Matt TedderThis episode of Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival features our 2nd episode of Guitar Slingers. My guest was one of the best guitar players in Texas, Matt Tedder of Fort Worth. I've said it before and I'll say it again…everything sounds better with a little bit of Matt Tedder. Email comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0105 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalGuitar Slingers Episode featuring Rio TripianoThis episode of Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival features my very first episode of Guitar Slingers. My guest was Rio Tripiano of the Austin, Texas band Copper Chief. E-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0104 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalTownes Van ZandtOn the very first episode of the show I was joined by a special guest and one of the most influential people in my life…my Mom! We talk about Townes Van Zandt, when I discovered him and why he is my favorite songwriter. E-mail comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0119 minJack Barksdale's Roots RevivalWelcome to Jack Barksdale’s Roots RevivalWelcome to Jack Barksdale’s Roots Revival. Email comments and show ideas to jack@jackbarksdale.com.
2020-05-0100 min
Wildman Steve's Record ShopWildman Steve's Record Shop Episode 2-Jack BarksdaleWildman Steve interviews the phenomenal Jack Barksdale, a 12-year-old blues and country music guitarist/songwriter who will knock your socks off with his remarkable abilities. Hear Jack play live in Wildman Steve's Studio and a cut from Jack's new live album, "Live From Niles City"Support the show
2019-09-1641 min
BLIND FAITH LIVE! Real People. Real Miracles.Stephanie’s Leukemia and Vocal Cord Cancer Have Disappeared Miracle Moment Stephanie Barksdale was told that there was no hope in curing her leukemia and vocal chord cancer. Doctors are still scratching their head over Stephanie’s complete recovery following the miracle prayers of Dr. Issam Nemeh at a Michigan healing service. And, although Stephanie is still legally blind, things are looking brighter today.
2017-06-1606 min
Defining Audacity Radio Show & PodcastEpisode 89: Growing Up Jack BarksdaleJack Barksdale might be the coolest kid I've EVER met! I enjoyed visiting with him and his mom, Clara, in studio about music and their goals, dreams and aspirations. Nine-year-old Jack is definitely living on purpose and attacking life with reckless abandon. He has several wonderfully great life lists that he talks about during our interview. #liveonpurpose
2017-05-151h 01BLIND FAITH LIVE! Real People. Real Miracles.Un-Conventional Prayers With the Republicans and the Democrats doing their thing over the next couple of weeks, let’s take a look at our role. We Christians are a different sort. We are to love our enemies. Yes, our political enemies, too. Of course, this means we pray for our political enemies as well. Here in Cleveland, we are also feeling the pressure placed upon law enforcement. We need to be praying for our police officers, as well as those they may encounter. Let’s face it, everybody needs our prayers. True Christians are called to keep their cool, and...
2016-07-1936 min
Artist of the Week PodcastDanny Barksdale – Billy Barksdale: The HistoryDanny Barksdale produced this documentary piece about his grandfather and his place in country music history during his Jack Straw Artist Support Program residency. Visit here for more information and archival music recordings.
The post Danny Barksdale – Billy Barksdale: The History appeared first on Jack Straw Cultural Center.
2015-08-1900 min
Superstar Management's PodcastKNBR Law of Sports broadcast on "Bounce, The Don Barksdale Story"When former UCLA basketball player Don Barksdale died of cancer of the esophagus in March 1993,his passing was noted in a two-sentence obituary in The Times, a woefully inadequate summation of an extraordinary life. Barksdale, a 6-foot-6 center from Berkeley and a Bay Area legend not only as an athlete but also as a TV host, disc jockey, nightclub owner and philanthropist, was an African American trailblazer — “kind of like the Jackie Robinson of basketball,” says his friend and unabashed cheerleader, documentary filmmaker Doug Harris.
Harris, a former Golden State Warriors draft pick who wrote, directed and produced a tribute to Bar...
2010-12-1346 min