Dumb Blonde Brantley Gilbert: Outlaw Sh*t
Apr 19, 2023
Brantley Gilbert, a country singer-songwriter known for outlaw-leaning country rock, opens up about his early songwriting, a life-changing accident, and battling addiction. He talks marriage and fatherhood, raw storytelling in his music, upcoming collaborations and tours. Short, honest, and unapologetic.
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Turn Small Crowds Into Street Teams
- Brantley attributes part of his early success to relentless DIY touring: converting tiny crowds into street teams by performing like every show mattered.
- He played VFWs and clubhouses, insisting on turning small audiences into dedicated fans rather than chasing instant industry favors.
Build Leverage Before Signing Deals
- Keep bargaining power in partnerships by building your own audience first and choosing deals that are mutually beneficial.
- Brantley credits selling out venues before signing as leverage to retain creative control with labels.
Using A Song To Reach A Lost Love
- He released the song 'You Don't Know Her Like I Do' while separated from Amber expecting she'd hear it and be moved.
- The single played on radio during their breakup and became part of the push that eventually rekindled their relationship.