TL's Road House

This week, TL’s Road House welcomes East Texas singer-songwriter Paul Cauthen to unpack the life experiences, career milestones and personal growth that shaped his new album Book of Paul. Paul reflects on forging a musical path that blends rock, country and Americana on his own terms,explaining why he’s never wanted to be confined to one genre. The two also dig into Paul’s recent health battle, how it changed his outlook on life and his transition into fatherhood with a baby boy on the way. Catch the full conversation in this new episode to hear more from Paul and Tracy as they share their favorite stories and lessons from their years in the music industry.

On this week’s TL’s Road House, Tracy sits down with rising folk-country artist Waylon Wyatt to discuss his rapid rise as a teenager in small-town Arkansas posting on TikTok to now headlining major U.S. venues and selling out stages around the world. Known for his raw, red dirt take on Americana, Waylon reflects on writing his first song while working construction with his dad andgetting signed to a label soon after. Listen in on the full conversation to hear more about Waylon’s hits like “Arkansas Diamond” and “Jailbreak,” the values that keep him grounded and what lies ahead for the breakout artist.

On this week’s episode, Morgan Evans steps into TL’s Road House.  Both, Tracy and Morgan, swap stories about life, music, and differences between America and Australia. They discuss releasing new music, evolving recording processes, and the realities of touring in vastly different landscapes. Both artists also reflect on rediscovering their passion for songwriting and staying creatively inspired. The conversation balances meaningful insight with humor, especially when Morgan introduces Tracy to the Australian tradition of a “shoey,” creating a memorable and lighthearted moment that perfectly captures the episode’s authentic, easygoing vibe.

TL’s Road House is back with another episode! This week, Alabama-born duo Muscadine Bloodline joins Tracy in studio for a lighthearted conversation ranging from how they got started to their love of fishing. Charlie Muncaster and Gary Stanton have spent nearly a decade carving out their own lane as independent artists, building a loyal fanbase through six albums, electric live shows and their breakout hit “Porch Swing Angel.” After sharing the road with popular artists like Post Malone and Lainey Wilson, they reflect on their journey from growing up on the Gulf Coast of Alabama to becoming one of country music’s most distinctive duos. Tune in to hear more about their deep-rooted love of music, the inspiration behind their lyrical storytelling and the moments that have shaped their sound and connection with fans along the way.

TL’s Road House is kicking off a brand new season in a new studio! Join Tracy as he hangs out with fast-rising country artist Hudson Westbrook for a candid conversation about life, music and the road ahead. It wasn’t long ago that the self-taught singer-songwriter was working at a feed store back home in Texas, and just two years later, Hudson has already made a name for himself with singles like “Take It Slow,” “Painted You Pretty” and “House Again,” along with his debut album Texas Forever. Now on the road opening for Bailey Zimmerman and gearing up to play the main stage at Stagecoach, Hudson reflects on the rapid rise of his career while staying grounded in his Texas roots and love for traditional country music.The pair dive into the realities of touring, balancing real life with a growing career and the moments that have shaped Hudson’s journey so far, plus a surprise appearance from a baby pig.

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.