Welcome to "As It Was Written... The Story Behind the Song"!

We dive into the heart of a song—the inspiration, the process, and the story that brought it to life. I’m your host, Garret, and our guest is Koe Wetzel. We find out the backstory of his very first #1 song... "High Road" and what is the most Koe Wetzel thing that Koe Wetzel has ever done.

Koe is known for his raw, unapologetic sound that blends rock, country, and grunge—a style that’s carved out its own lane in the music world. From chart-topping hits to anthems that capture the spirit of rebellion, Koe’s music speaks to fans in a way few artists can.

Today, we’ll uncover the story behind one of his songs, what fuels his creativity, and how his Texas roots have shaped his journey. So, whether you're a die-hard Koe Wetzel fan or just here to learn more about the craft of songwriting, stick around—you won’t want to miss this!

George Birge was quite the conversation. You know, he originally gave "Mind On You" to Jason Aldean to cut but, had to ask for it back?

Plus he's friends with some pretty big names in golfing world and Hollywood.

Take a listen to this one. I could sit and chat with George for hours. Maybe even write a song

Check out the new single and EP called "Cowboys Songs"

Find him here:

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What a great conversation with country artist and songwriter - Matt Stell. College basketball to music and being on a label that is owned by one of the biggest names in music. Plus he's got new music dropping soon. A great behind the scenes look at Matt's career and how "Prayed For You" came to be.

Drew is a name that's been making waves in the music industry for years. He's ridden the rollercoaster of highs and lows, experiencing the ever-changing tides of the music world. But today, we're here to celebrate a soaring success—a song that has captured hearts around the globe, "She’s Somebody's Daughter."

This song has been streamed over 100 million times and garnered 30 million views on YouTube, touching countless souls along the way. But what's even more special is the incredible story behind it.

Drew didn't just stumble upon the inspiration for "She’s Somebody's Daughter." He found it in the most unexpected of places, within the very heart of his own family. The song was born from a personal experience that's both heartwarming and deeply moving—it all began with a meeting with his wife's dad.

On this episode, we're going to dive deep into Drew's journey, exploring his trials, triumphs, and the magic that went into crafting "She’s Somebody's Daughter." We'll get to know the man behind the music, his creative process, and the stories that have shaped his musical career.

So, whether you're a fan of Drew's music or simply love a good story about the power of music to connect us all, this episode is for you.

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Lady A is coming to the market for a show and I got a chance to catch up with Charles Kelley of Lady A. I asked him "if your music could be transformed into a flavor of ice cream, what would it taste like"? Plus we touched on one year of sobriety for him.

Check out Lady A here

I have some bonus content for you this week. Dan + Shay are coming to the market for a show, so I was able to catch some time with Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney. We talked about their new song "Save Me The Trouble", the new album "Bigger Houses" coming Sept 15 and their live show.

Check out their new song here - Save Me The Trouble

Pre-Order the new album here - Bigger Houses

Such a great conversation with Corey Kent. I could have continued that convo for hours. He is driven. Started his musical journey at 11. Sang with Willie Nelson and finished his college degree while touring and playing music.

Check out the Corey Kent and his music below. New album "Blacktop", new single "Something's gonna kill me"

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This week, I spent a good bit of time getting to know Nate Smith. You may have seen him on TikTok from his song "One Of These Days" or "Wildfire". Most recently with his very first #1 song for "Whiskey On You". Did you know he sang the vocals to that song at the kitchen table and not in a studio? Find out the story behind the song on "As It Was Written - The Story Behind The Song with Nate Smith.

Host: Garret Doll

Guest: Nate Smith on Instagram

South Park even featured Nate Smith in a video on TikTok

Let me know what you think and if you have an idea for an artist that I should have on the podcast - Garret