Episode 22

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15th Oct 2024

Ashtyn Barbaree - Harmony Over Hardship

Harmony Over Hardship

Ashtyn Barbaree is known for her soul-stirring vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and electrifying performances.

She shares the tragedy that inspired songs on her new album plus the hope she derived from crafting and performing them.

You'll also here about her incredible career and music journey....and she's just getting started1

Ashtyn hails from Fayetteville, Arkansas/ Her journey kicked off with a bang when her self-titled debut EP was recorded at none other than John Prine’s Butcher Shoppe, which launched her on her first European tour in 2018! 

Fast forward to 2022, she dropped her first full-length album, Better Luck Next Time, recorded in Nashville, earning rave reviews across the board.

Ashtyn has toured relentlessly, sharing the stage with powerhouses like Jason Boland, William Clark Green, Arkansauce, and Adeem the Artist. 

And on October 25th, she’s releasing her brand-new album Sent Through The Ceiling, which promises a beautiful blend of self-discovery, resilience, and all the highs and lows life throws at us, inspired by the Ozarks and her own experiences.

With a unique mix of folk, rock, pop, and country, Ashtyn’s music is powerful, and we couldn’t be more excited to have her with us today. Let’s dive in!

You'll also discover...

Ashtyn’s Regular SIX-HOUR Gig at 12 Year’s Old!

The Action that Drove her Early Success.

The Cat Power Cover that Was her First Song to Play.

Her Biggest Influences.

How She Performed 300 Shows a Year in College…at Age 16!

A Story of Music Collaboration at AmericanaFest in Nashville.

Her Heartfelt Song Inspired from Tragedy.

 The Legendary Musician Who Walked In During Her Recording at John Prine’s Butcher Shoppe.

The Incredible Story of her First European Tour (for her first album)

How She Negotiated Contracts in Different Languages for Her Tour.

Rules for Phones at Shows

How to Help an Artist

NPR Inspired Songs

Learn more about Ashytn here: https://www.ashtynbarbaree.com/

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Americana Curious
Interviews from Americana Artist Inspiring the World
The podcast that unearths hidden Americana gems, shares untold stories from legends, and proves music still has the power to move us all.

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Each week, hosts Ben Fanning and Zach Schultz bring you intimate, entertaining conversations with artists changing the world one song at a time — like Old Crow Medicine Show, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, The Wood Brothers, American Aquarium, Toad the Wet Sprocket, and rising stars you’ll soon love.

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Ben Fanning

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Top 2% Podcast Host, #1 Best Selling Author, Inc. Magazine Columnist--Americana Superfan!

Zach Schultz

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Connoisseur of quality music. Lover of all things Americana. Inspired by authenticity. Self-proclaimed “King of Merch”.