WGT #124 - Around The Deck, Vol. 2

WGT #124 - Around The Deck, Vol. 2

Author: Western Grunge Tapedeck September 29, 2025 Duration: 2:04:19

Howdy Grungers! Five hosts, one deck, and a whole lot of tangents. Tracer, Trey, Brennan, Libby, and Frosty start off buzzing about the upcoming Verdi Money show with Ricky Chilton before spiraling into a debate about beef jerky. From there it’s customer service war stories, Halloween nostalgia, and a blind rank of ‘90s cartoons. Anime sneaks in (yes, One Piece) and before long the conversation swings back to music, Turnpike Troubadours memories, and the records that shaped the last decade. Exactly what Around the Deck is built for.


Intro/Outro - Trenton Fletcher


Western Grunge Tapedeck: https://www.westerngrungetapedeck.rocks/


The Western Grunge Tapedeck podcast is a weekly hangout for anyone who finds beauty in a steel guitar and truth in a distorted riff. Hosted by the crew of the same name, this isn't a formal lecture on music history-it's more like pulling up a chair in a friend's garage where the conversation is as easy as the tunes are good. Each episode delves into the vast and often misunderstood landscape of country music, from classic outlaw anthems to modern crossovers that blur genre lines. You'll hear deep, thoughtful album reviews that go beyond the singles, discussing the stories and production behind the records that define eras. The interviews are a key part of the mix, offering candid conversations with the artists, songwriters, and producers who are shaping the sound today. The whole vibe of the Western Grunge Tapedeck is built on genuine passion and curiosity, making even the most niche album feel like a shared discovery. It’s the perfect companion for a long drive or a lazy afternoon, offering a fresh, unpretentious perspective on a foundational American art form. So grab that drink, press play, and settle in for a listen that feels like coming home, even if home is a roadside bar with a great jukebox.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Western Grunge Tapedeck
Podcast Episodes
WGT #82 - Dalton Domino [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:15
Howdy folks! This week, Brennan and Gage sit down with the one and only Dalton Domino.. singer, songwriter, and longtime friend of the show. They swap stories from the stage and studio, talk recording in Arizona, dive in…
WGT #81 - Shelby Stone 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:34:01
Howdy folks! Shelby Stone returns for round two with Brennan and Gage. They cover everything from home ownership to puking and rallying, with no real roadmap and zero regard for structure. Just a good old-fashioned, mild…
WGT #80 - Battle of the Bands: Road to Calf Fry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:33:29
Howdy folks! This week, Brook and Tuck take you inside the Battle of the Bands: Road to Calf Fry showdown. They sat down on-site with five heavy-hitting semifinalists.. Tanner Sparks, Alltown, Katie Bardwell, Krislyn Art…
WGT #79 - Cory Graves of the Vandoliers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:00
Howdy, folks! This week, Tracer and Brooke catch up with Cory from the Vandoliers to talk about the band's evolution, musical versatility, and why shirts are optional on stage. They dig into van life highs and lows, the…
WGT #78 - Ragweed Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:52
Howdy folks! This week, the gang recaps one hell of a weekend in Stillwater at the Boys From Oklahoma . We talk boots on the ground, beers in the air, meeting each other in person for the first time, and the kind of mome…
WGT #77 - Ian Munsick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:44
Howdy Cowfolk! On the eve of his newest album, Eagle Feather, we sit down with Ian Munsick for a conversation that goes far beyond the music. Brennan and Trey talk with Ian about the long road from Wyoming bar gigs with…
WGT #76 - Jonathan Pennington of Moonlight Mile [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:47
Howdy folks! This week, Brennan and Trey sit down with Jonathan Pennington of Moonlight Mile to talk about their debut album, staying honest in your sound, and making music that actually means something. They dive into t…
WGT #75 - Kenny Feidler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:53:35
Howdy, road dogs! This week, Brennan and Tracer ride shotgun with the ultimate road warrior himself, Kenny Feidler. They talk about western lifestyle, the touring grind, how his sound has evolved through the miles, and t…
WGT #74 - Dax Davis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44:17
Howdy folks. This week, Gage and Tracer catch up with the Dax Davis to talk about his story, songwriting inspirations, measuring artists with their guitar-to-body ratio. Dax even drops a live performance that’ll rattle y…
WGT #73 - Ty Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:22
Howdy cowfolk! This week, Brook sits down with Ty Smith of Ty Smith & The Minor Offenses. They dive into the highs and lows of music competitions, the wild world of festivals, and what it’s like chasing the dream on the…