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Daniel Donato's Lost Highway

Daniel Donatodanieldonato.com
Nashville local Daniel Donato, a dying breed, has been in the music industry since the age of 14. He has toured the entire country 3 times over, and has played over 2,000 shows from Honky Tonks, VFW halls, to the Grand Ole Opry. Fueled by a hyper curiosity, Donato brings on artists, creatives, and industry entities from music and beyond to fulfill his mission to reveal the honest human element in anybody’s career and life story. Through genuine and unfabricated discussion, Donato aims to trace patterns of success that every listener can learn from and apply to their own life experience to empower and fulfill their individual potential.

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Episodes

Episode #38: Susto (Justin Osborne)

Susto is a fantastic example of a DIY success. They have 4 albums under their belt, with millions of streams monthly, and a global listener base to boot. The Alt-Rock act is signed to Rounder Records, under the imprint ACID BOYS. LISTEN ON SPOTIFY HERE! WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE! LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 20201 hr 18 min

Episode #37: Jobe Fortner and Ryan Nelson

Jobe Fortner and Ryan Nelson are two Country artists and singer-songwriters that represent the modern era of Country music that Nashville is currently producing in a tasteful light. They’ve both been featured in many major music publications and have toured across the US developing a very loyal fan base, respectively. Join the Cosmic Country Club to […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 06, 20201 hr 33 min

Episode #36: Caitlyn Smith

Caitlyn Smith is a Billboard charting Country artist with two full length records out, and song cuts by Country music royalty such as Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton along with other musical powerhouses such as John Legend, Meghan Trainor, and James Bay. #COSMICCOUNTRY #COSMICCOUNTRY #COSMICCOUNTRY LISTEN ON SPOTIFY! LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS! WATCH ON YOUTUBE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 20201 hr 6 min

Episode #35: Cosmic Country CBD

CBD is a wonderful organic supplement that can enhance your life in positive ways. Ian Leadon, one of Tennessee’s leading experts in this industry, comes on to talk about our new endeavor ‘Cosmic Country CBD,’ and just what all the buzz is about around CBD. #COSMICCOUNTRY #COSMICCOUNTRY #COSMICCOUNTRY LISTEN ON SPOTIFY HERE! LISTEN ON APPLE […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 20201 hr 29 min

Nick Shoulders // Yodeling, Viral Video Success, and The Power of Truth.

Nick Shoulders comes from the world of DIY metal music, yodeling, and a nose to the grindstone work ethic by the way of the hills of Arkansas. His stellar YouTube videos of obscure covers and original songs have earned him viral success in the world of Americana and Country music. WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE! LISTEN ON […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 20201 hr 25 min

Jesse Lee Jones // The Hero’s Honky Tonk Journey.

Jesse Lee Jones is the owner and proprietor of the home of traditional country music, Robert’s Western World. This venue is responsible for my love of country music. It is where I discovered Honky Tonk music and put in my 2,000 hours of stage time. Jesse is an iconic figure in the Nashville music scene […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 08, 20201 hr 43 min

Jason Link // Ric Flair, Leaving Nashville, Observing Ego.

Jason Link was the first artist to have join him on stage. Had it not been for him, who knows what I would be doing with my life. He has been a mentor to me for over a decade. He is a phenomenal songwriter, father and husband, and a dear friend to me. WATCH ON YOUTUBE […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 20202 hr 6 min

Caylee Hammack // Surviving Fires, Changing Country Music, and Self-Producing Success.

ACM Award Nominated and Capitol Records Nashville Artist Caylee Hammack just released her debut album ‘If It Wasn’t For You,’ which she co-produced. Caylee is an entrepreneurial minded and creatively driven force that is changing country music song by song. She also has collaborated with Alan Jackson and Reba McEntire. LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS HERE! LISTEN ON SPOTIFY […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 20201 hr 25 min

Joshua Lee Turner // Viral Videos, Guitar Sanity, and Following Curiosity.

Joshua Lee Turner has accumulated over 500,000 YouTube followers, gained millions of views on his videos featuring his original take on classic songs of yesterday, and stellar songs of now. He independently released an entirely self produced and self curated album this year titled ‘Public Life,’ that has an innovative full video experience to accompany each […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 20201 hr 20 min

Bahamas // Stratocasters, Daydreaming, and Salmon Fishing.

Bahamas (Afie Jurvanen) just released the 5th studio effort of this project titled ‘Sad Hunk.’ He has received Juno Award nominations in several categories, worked with Robert Plant, Jack Johnson, The Lumineers, and has done several world tours since the start of this project in 2008. WATCH THE FULL VIDEO. LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS. LISTEN ON […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 202052 min

Brent Mason // Guitars, Recording, and Mastering Your Niche.

Brent Mason is the winner of 12 ACM awards, a nominee of the Musicians Hall of Fame museum, and is the most recorded guitarist in the history of Nashville’s prosperous recording industry. He is also, in my humble opinion, the most influential Telecaster player that has ever lived. A collaboration with Fender Guitars has yielded […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 20201 hr 10 min

Corey Harper // Guitar Hero 3, The Era of John Mayer, and How To Live Through Your Heroes.

At the age of 25, Oregon native Corey Harper has garnered success on a global scale with independent music releases of acoustic pop-centric inspiration that have been acclaimed by millions of listeners and blue chip media outlets such as Rolling Stone, Nylon, Teen Vogue, and Billboard. LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE! WATCH VIDEO HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 20201 hr 59 min

Chase Bryant // Why The Audience Never Gets It Wrong.

Chase Bryant is a left handed Telecaster slinging, world-wide touring country music artist. Based out of Nashville, he’s had his own original songs land in the top 10 on Billboard charts, he has shared the stage with Brad Paisley opening tours for him, and is a descendent from a long line of musical maestros, most […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 20201 hr 40 min

Joe Bonamassa // Enthusiasm, Conviction, and 10,000 hours.

Joe Bonamassa is an 11 time number one Billboard Blues Charts topping artist. He has toured the world for over 30 years, generating millions of fans, selling out historical venues such as the Sydney Opera House, Ryman Auditorium, Radio City Music Hall, Red Rocks, and the Royal Albert Hall with Eric Clapton joining him on stage. […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 06, 20201 hr 38 min

Jason Stoltzfus // Why hard work and patience will always win.

Jason Stoltzfus tours with music giants such as Zac Brown Band, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, along with dozens of others. He has climbed through the ranks of the industry from clubs to the world’s largest stadiums. He is a renowned photographer with publications from Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, and many more. LISTEN ON […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 20202 hr 20 minEp. 24

Episode #23: Ward Guenther (Whiskey Jam)

Founder of the famous brand that is behind the main pulse of Nashville’s culture and the premiere local event Whiskey Jam, is Ward Guenther. He is also a songwriter and is the host of Apple Music’s ’The Ward Guenther Show.’ Whiskey Jam has helped launch the careers of Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Lady Antebellum, and […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 27, 20201 hr 34 minEp. 23

Episode 22: David Meltzer

David Meltzer is the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh (“Lee”) Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 09, 202039 min

Episode #21: Albert Lee

Albert Lee is one of the premier innovators in the world of Country guitar. With more than 50 years of touring experience under his belt, his career has crossed with Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, The Everly Brothers, all the while maintaining his own artistry with 15 albums under his own name. His Music Man signature guitar is […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 07, 20201 hr 11 minEp. 21

Episode #20: Zane Carney

Zane Carney has toured with John Mayer, collaborated with Avril Lavigne, played in “Spider Man: Turn Off The Dark,” on Broadway, and is the most prolific and talented guitarist, vocalist, writer on Twitch with a fan base that is growing at tremendous rates through his 5 day weekly streaming schedule. WATCH ON YOUTUBE! LISTEN ON […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 02, 20201 hr 33 min

Episode #19: Adrian Quesada

Adrian Quesada is 1/2 of The Black Pumas. They are a Grammy Nominated Psych. Soul group based out of Austin. Adrian produces the music, and plays the guitar in the group. Their debut release with ATO Records has landed them raving reviews from Pitchfork, Billboard, Rolling Stone, NPR, The Fader, and all Late Night shows […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 202052 min

Episode #18: Scott DeCarlo

Scott DeCarlo served on the East Rutherford Police Force for over 20 years. We met years ago when he was transitioning into a career based in music in Nashville. We were fast friends because of our native NJ kinship. He was kind enough to come onto the podcast to talk about his experience, perspective, and […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 20201 hr 29 minEp. 18

Episode #17: Dan Smalley

Dan Smalley is one of my favorite up and coming country artists. During quarantine, he released, through Big Machine Label Group, his EP “If I’m Being Honest.” He tells the truth, writes the truth, and sings the truth. The Alaska native who came of age in Shreveport, Louisiana, sings his confessional, soul-baring songs with deep […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 09, 20201 hr 39 min

Episode #16: Yvette Young

Yvette Young is a musician and visual artist with 9 releases, all through her band Covet or through her solo guitar and solo piano work. Covet just released their second full length effort ‘Technicolor,’ with great appraise from their international fanbase spanning from the home state of California all of the way to Japan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 01, 20201 hr 29 minEp. 16

Episode #15: Peter Anspach (Goose)

Peter Anspach is from the emerging jam band Goose, a band we’ll all be talking about for years to come. They just released their first live effort titled ‘Alive and Well,’ to great acclaim from their ever-growing and loyal fanbase that they independently have built through a diligent touring schedule. Most of which is fully […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 15

Episode #14: Molly Tuttle

Molly Tuttle blends Bluegrass, Americana, Folk, and Indie music all into mesmerizing style. She’s collaborated with Jason Isbell, Old Crow Medicine Show, and is the winner of AMA and IBMA awards, as well. Her guitar style and realized songwriting has gained her an international fanbase that allows her to sell out shows in any country […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 20201 hr 15 minEp. 14

Episode #13: Ariel Posen

Ariel Posen is a Winnipeg born bonafide guitar hero. And it is because he can do much more than just craft his own timeless style on the guitar. It is because his execution of talent has crafted a community that loves his work online and on the stage on a worldwide scale.Ariel Posen is a […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 25, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 13

Episode #12: Sam Blakelock

Sam Blakelock is the founder of Pickup Music, the wildly successful Instagram based community. He single handedly curated a signature sound and culture that every Guitarist on the platform digs and interacts with on a daily basis. They feature artists, create viral videos, and produce instruction based content. He reaches millions of people weekly with […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 12

Episode #11: Bill Miller

Bill Miller owns and operates 7 businesses within Nashville that are instrumental to the development of the culture boom it has seen in the past 5 years. He has over 300 employees, and he knows nearly all of them by name. He worked closely with Johnny Cash for 35 years, hence his founding of The […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 11

Episode #10: Orville Peck

Orville Peck is your new favorite country artist. Between selling out tours and expanding the possibility of a “genre-less” landscape, and releasing a debut LP that critics and fans all love instantly, Orville and I discuss the story of how he came to find strength in being purely himself, living and creating in truth, as […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 202052 minEp. 10

Episode #9: Steve Poltz

Steve Poltz has released 13 albums, written songs that have sold 15 million copies (Jewel’s “You Were Meant For Me”) and has developed a style of performance that incorporates iPhones, folk acoustic stylings, with comedy, satire, and personal truth that are told through both song and sketch based dialogue. He performs hundreds of times annually, […] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 20201 hr 33 minEp. 9
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