How Zach Bryan Became an Overnight Indie Country Star | Interview + thoughts on 'DeAnn'
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2019
- Do we have the next Tyler Childers on our hands? That's what a lot of people are saying about Navy ordinanceman Zach Bryan, who is having a viral music moment (at least "viral" in our little corner of the country music world) with his album 'DeAnn.' In today's video I talk with Zach about his sudden rise.
Some TIMESTAMPS for the interview:
8:23 Where are you/where do you live?
9:00 What do you do in Navy?
10:00 When did you get into music?
11:30 How are you handling the sudden rise?
13:40 Who are your musical influences?
16:45 Why did you start releasing stuff online?
18:30 Songwriting style... "messiness"
20:00 Discussing recording the album (and why there is laughter in the recording of "Condemned")
24:40 Talking about his low-fi production style, and why that is working
27:00 Tell me about DeAnn, your mother.
29:50 Discussing "God Speed" and hopefulness.
32:00 Where do you go from here?
34:15 Zach makes a clarification about his song "Felker."
Find Zach Bryan:
Apple Music: / deann
Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/3YYZIz...
UA-cam: / @zachbryan1067
Twitter: / zachlanebryan
Instagram: / zachlanebryan
Shoutout to this piece at Saving Country Music, which helped me research for the interview: www.savingcountrymusic.com/me...
Find Grady:
Website: gradywsmith.com
Patreon: / gradywsmith
Subreddit: / countrymusicstuff
Twitter: / gradywsmith
Instagram: / gradywsmith
Facebook: / gradysmithwriter
Spotify: open.spotify.com/playlist/5SB...
Some TIMESTAMPS for the interview:
8:23 Where are you/where do you live?
9:00 What do you do in Navy?
10:00 When did you get into music?
11:30 How are you handling the sudden rise?
13:40 Who are your musical influences?
16:45 Why did you start releasing stuff online?
18:30 Songwriting style... "messiness"
20:00 Discussing recording the album (and why there is laughter in the recording of "Condemned")
24:40 Talking about his low-fi production style, and why that is working
27:00 Tell me about DeAnn, your mother.
29:50 Discussing "God Speed" and hopefulness.
32:00 Where do you go from here?
34:15 Zach makes a clarification about his song "Felker."
Please review Kyle Park
Dude is gonna be the next big thing just wait.
David L. Yea
next sturgill simpson, gonna do it his own way, an original for the record books
David L. Idk if I want that I mean I want him to be successful but when they go big it’s never the same producers always change them
dutch dettweiler yeah Like Ed Sheeran of Country Just Wait!!
People are yearning for real.
The dude is as real as it gets
I've become a fan.
GemsOnVHS omg so glad to see this comment...i was just recently thinking about leaving you a comment saying you should meet up with this dude(zach to be clear)🙌🏽
Good to see you here
Please please please have him on gems, that would be amazing
Put this man on gems. NOW
He got gobbled up quick by middlemen and managers. Would love to meet him though. Maybe one day!
2 years later and waiting for American heartbreak Zach Bryan was not a flash in the pan and his music is damn near perfect
34 songs on the album wow who does that?! Zach does that and they're all pure gold
Watching this and seeing how Zach has grown is insane. Same for Grady
I definitely prefer crappy iPhone porch vids rather than studio stuff
Watch his next single be about the long tan legs in blue jeans!
Yeah, because it feels more authentic if he used his phone on a porch
@@ennieminee4470 never. have u listened to his new album?
I’d prefer to be there in person around the fire pit!
Zach Bryan’s Song “me and mine” check it out. He says “Poorly written songs next to horses sh*** is what an oaky boy prefers”
I like the low productivity because it feels like he’s there around a fire with a guitar singing with the boys like it’s a recorded memory I think a lot of us have had moments like the scenario above also I think it complements the rawness of his voice completely. I’m not a country music fan at all I have a handful of songs I like but this guy right here is awesome and I can now say I’m genuinely a fan of a country artist.
Teared up hearing about deann. Embrace your talent your mother was right Zach.
tearing up at the part where he talks about his mom right now!!
It made the hook of Godspeed hit that much harder after I learned that his mom had passed.
Heading south is one of my favorites and god speed
hell or high water is prolly my fav
Just found Zach yesterday. This guy is incredible. Definitely our generations Johnny Cash. Don’t change man. Your sound is what makes you great.
Check out Colter Wall. I’d recommend “The devil wears a suit and tie” or “Sleeping on the blacktop”
@@JoeCoggin147 Kate mckanon is my favorite song
Yeah that title belongs to Colter but Zach is amazing
Ya that's a huge statement... Johnny Cash was an original and all these new fellas are his disciples!
I *love* when service members become country artists. Just such a soul behind the music.
Colter wall!! You need to get Colter Wall on here ASAP! His voice is remarkable
I really agree. As a proud Canadian I can say we are proud of colter. Hell yeah he needs to be on Grady's channel!
Video idea: Top ten sad country songs
Love it
Using again
Don't even need to vote. The answer is "if we were vampires" by Jason Isbell. I... Sob.. Every.. Time.
Picture by kid rock!
@@jeremyevans9629 using again is probably the most honest piece of music I have ever had the pleasure of listening to.
His approach to singing and song writing reminds me of Johnny cash
He's special
He has an extreme Johnny Cash vibe about him. Love it, can't wait until he blows up.
@@niallmccrink14 Colter wall is damn good too, so far Cody Johnson, Zach Bryan, and Colter wall are my new favorites
@@AnonymousNP Must check them out man.. If they're half as good as Zach they'll be serious artists. 👌
@@niallmccrink14alright!!
This guy is so awesome. Not because I've heard his music (I will be now) but because of how humble and genuine he is!
Hell yes!
He's not that humble or genuine.
Fuckin lier.
You want the male chicken. Just say it.
@@bigwillandthechocolatestom4523 I'm sure he does.
Last November I lost my mother to alcoholism and a few days ago this album pops up in my related. I don't write songs but I do write as therapy and to come across this man's music at this point in time of the year can't be coincidence. There's too much going on in his music that I relate to. It makes me remember everything. The pain, the joys. And most of all, the little things.
If I could sit and talk to Zach, I'd not only thank him for the music but for the fuel that has sparked a hundred different forgotten memories of her. I've cried more than I want to admit the past few days just listening to Sweet DeAnn but there's something so connecting about losing a mother. I didn't have a strong relationship with mine. She battles demons right up until the end. But now I remember the small hellos and the little things like the way her hair tickled my nose when we hugged. And of course, her laugh. Which I can proudly say I got from her.
I've got a ton of things to say to my mom, but until I find the words, I'll let Zach so the speaking.
That never ending ache.
Lost my mom on an accidental overdose when I was 9. I'm 21 now it really doesn't stop hurting but I know shes doing better. Much love stay strong.
Bub Finney I too lost my mother to alcoholism. God speed touched my heart like no other. You’re on the right track of things. Everyone has their demons, but you can’t hold anything against anyone. Best of luck, god speed.
Wanted to try something new on the channel, and so many of you have been telling me about your passion for this guy, Zach Bryan. Well, I loved his record, and he was kind enough to sit down to talk about it with me. It was fun to get a true independent artist perspective, something I haven't gotten to really show here on my channel. I give some thoughts about 'DeAnn' first, and then the interview starts around 8:00. We talk about his sudden rise, the low-fi nature of his output, his admiration for Jason Isbell and Evan Felker, and whole bunch more. Enjoy it y'all!
This really delivers!
Please do something on Colter Wall, just the single greatest young country singer/songwriter right now
If you're looking for rising stars, check out carlton Anderson and mitch rossell
It was awesome! Try to get Cody Jinks on the channel.
Great interview! Really hope this guy blows up soon. He's one of my favorite artists!
What's wrong with sounding like Childers? Childers is the poster child in that raw, gutsy, messed-up blue collar boy genre because there aren't too many blowing up that scene right now. Please let's have more!
That's one of the coolest ways I've ever heard of an album being recorded! Buying a bunch of equipment and going and using mattresses as walls! Awesome. That adds so much more to the music. Knowing it's just raw talent and personal lyrics makes it....I don't even know what to say. I'm really not sure why I'm here, I don't listen to country much and not indie country at all. But everything about this adds so much heart and soul that so so much music is completely lacking these days. I love it. I hope to hell he keeps pursuing music. Thank you for the music and thank you for your service sir!
2yrs later and Zach is a star
This guy is quickly becoming one of my favorite artists right now. I really think God Speed could be a massive hit.
"self-loathing loveliness"
I think his songs hit so hard because every single word is relatable as hell
The rawness of this album reminds me of Chris Knights The Trailer Tapes, which is a compliment!
I always wondered if he was a servicemember. Can't miss that haircut and certain look. Great job!
19:06 that line in Snow is LIFE. It cements Zachs greatness for me. Snow is one of my favorite songs.
Crazy he never heard A Case of You...
I’m getting a Caamp vibe from his music style, along with Childers of course. Really dig the rawness and purity of the album!
Spoiler alert, the dude made it.
The amount of soul that he puts in his music is the biggest thing that draws me to it. That's also the biggest similarity I see between him and Childers...keep it up Zach and thank you for your service 🇺🇸
Love this album and I’m glad you’re keyboard didn’t stop this from recording!
Thank you so much for introducing me to this guy!
I really appreciate this interview man. What a great interview.
I stumbled upon his music yesterday and I've had him on repeat. I've shared so many of his songs to my friends.
Zach Bryan is absolutely amazing and I truly can’t wait to see how far he goes in his career💖 i wish him the best of luck
This guy is amazing and I can’t get over how good his music.
I lovvvve this idea! 👌 Great review too!
I ❤️ his voice!! Can't get enough.
Amazing interview man glad you did a special on him. The album is special and people need to hear it.
I’m from Alabama and this makes me miss home, sitting around the bonfire with a couple of buddies just enjoying life
Right there with you buddy, Foley AL
How could people not like this guy. Extremely humble dude, not really wanting the fame just trying to find himself in all of it. I respect that. Amazing job, amazing music keep getting that music out it’s fantastic and I love it.
wow this was so awesome. he is so awesome. the part where he was talking about his mom made me cry so hard.
I seen this dude’s youtube videos about 2 weeks ago and got hooked and i’m so glad he’s getting recognition because he deserves it
Forreal
This is the music we need right now. This dude is raw and real. Love it!
You keep sending these killer artists my way and I’ll keep watching. Great stuff Grady.
He Popped up on my UA-cam suggestions definitely glad he did!
I love this dude. Everything he writes; I FEEL! He will be a youtube sensation!
Awesome content Grady. Thanks for sharing info about Zach. Gonna to check out his album after the video!
Came across Heading south on a random acoustic run from you tube music while at work and been pushing every button since to hear all his songs. I hope big things happen for him, cause he doesn't just knock on your home door but kicks it in with how I and I'm sure so many people relate to his raw style. Great interview and AMAZING song writing.
I just came across this cat a few days ago myself and I haven't stopped listening to him. He has almost pushed out another I came across recently, about 2 months ago, called Lost Dog. I just can't get enough of them! I found out about them and within a month I was already traveling 5hrs to catch a show. And let me tell ya, they were WELL worth it! If you haven't heard of them you should check them out. And if you haven't already done a video on them, you should.
HAD TO PAUSE and listen to him. If my life were a book his music is the soundtrack
Audio book?
Ive become more then a fan, i feel as if he sings my life story... Truely a beautiful soul he has and i will forever support this amazing person
2:00 GET CHARLES WESELY GODWIN ON THE PHONE RIGHT NOW! We need him ASAP on here!
Thank you for doing this! you're so lucky you caught Zach at this point in his career... He will be known forever in the country music scene.
Great interview🙌🏼
Amazing voice!! His words touch you right down to your soul!! 💖
I just became a FAN!!
Happy to see that you finally got an interview!! Your efforts paid off, despite what happened with Riley Green last time.
Ali Kayyal what happened with Riley green
@@patrickpellerin5869 check the podcast :)
Murkkeli I don’t have time to and I’m also to lazy to can you pls explain?
I found YOUR channel because you interviewed Zach Bryan. I love his music. Now it seems I need to dive through your videos, as they seem right up my alley
Sweet DeAnn is one of my favourite songs on this album and i cant wait for the next one.
Glad to hear all the meaning and feeling from the man himself
Stumbled on this video already being a Zach Bryan fan, thank you for the video :)
Your hand! Best song! Shivers down spines, heading south and godspeed. All good! 10/10
I really liked this interview which was your first. It also is a nice intro to Zach's music.
Lovely guy. Thanks for the really great interview. Please do some more.
Good interview 👍 actually watched the whole video! Nice job
There is no doubt in my mind Zach is going to blow up real soon!! Definitely a up and coming musician to keep an eye on!
After being a fan for many years. And I can imagine you might think differently 2 years later. This album is an 11/10
Great interview!
Exceptional interview !
He is so awesome! I have no words.
Raw emotion is always and will forever be , delivered in its purest form . People talk about how he’s kind of rough compared to others yet these jewels he has shared with the world are perfect as they are .
im in the army, the first time i watched one of his in person videos, i instantly knew his ass was military LMAO
Zach Bryan is a incredibly special Musician perhaps the best and most intense lyrical geniuses of our time. He just gets better right now. Wonderful to listen to Zach's progress Musically !
Very genuine guy, very talented. He's gonna be very big
Look just letting Zach talk was the best thing for an interview. Thank you… super rare type of interview to be great. It’s rigid, broken, perfect
Amazing album and amazing interview. My favourite concert was Merle Haggard, because before each song he explained the back story of the events going on in his life when the song was written. When I hear Zach’s songs, which this interview confirmed, they are his stories, his experience, and people resonate with them. Share your songs, and the stories, I love it.
Gosh, I just came from his concert in NYC. I swear, Zach is one of the most genuine and humble people you’ll ever encounter. He truly is something special, I’m excited to see where he goes in another 3 years.
discovered him about a month ago! LOVE ZACH BRYAN
Cant wait for him to release more tracks
I first found Zach a little over a year ago maybe a year and a half right before I got out of the navy. The navy county music fan scene was all about this dude because he was one of us. Glad to see him getting national attention.
Isbell is the BEST!! God bless this guy. Love his music. Good luck in the future young man. Thank you for your service!
Now you got over a year and a half later and he’s debuted at the Opry and got 2 standing ovations. This kid is going somewhere!
Fantastic video Grady! Been following you on twitter for quite sometime this is the first video I've been able to catch! Been listening to Zach for awhile and never experienced an interview! Glad to check two boxes here! You should definitely keep doing things like this! with a review with the artist Loved it
Good job on the album for an Ordie. Glad he didnt yell IYAOYAS. Grady great interview, and great content as always. Keep it all up.
The beauty of Zach Bryan in my mind is how natural it is, it’s just a man and a guitar singing his heart out
Pretty cool watching this a year later and seeing how far ya"ll have come
Damn Grady, I remember watching this video2.5 years ago and immediately getting hooked on ZB. Appreciate all you do. Hope everythings well.
I am so hooked on him...like a Tyler Childers...Jeff Tweedy....i started believing they were all "oh boy" they sing life experience 's I would think most of us can relate to.Honestey and raw.I LOVE HIS MUSIC.THANK YOU FOR SHARING ❤
Best of Luck to you both. I like this Kid~Zach Bryan. I'm fixin' to learn "Heading South". He nailed it.
Zach Bryan is amazing found out about him 2 weeks ago havent been let down yet
This is a breakthrough artist. I discovered Tyler Childers 5 years ago and now he’s big. The Weeks, I discovered 12 years ago. Watch him. He’ll go far.
He’s got such a beautiful voice.
This interview is wild to watch only 2 years later, bought tickets for zachs October Seattle show yesterday which sold out in like 20 minutes- just wild!!!
That inter-review would be awesome
He is my favorite by a million miles. I’m on a very serious kick. Everything he does is gold. Especially his UA-cam videos with his friends.
I’ve been on a kick since I saw headed south with 30k views I can’t and won’t stop and I try to show him to anyone I think will listen
Such a cool interview
I just came here to see what this guy Zach looks like so that I could put a face to the voice and found out that this was the interviewers very first inner view! Way to go you really have a wonderful personality and now that it's what? 3 years later I can only be led to believe you've made all your own wildest dreams come true. Very talented guys both a y'all. 🏆⭐️👑
This is the kinda guy you want as a good buddy! Hes real. big fan of the music and emotion he puts into all of it. Really resonates, music is therapeutic, hes definitely got a great gift from the Lord.
I literally just dore him, his music is magic and his soul even moreso.
The first person that came to mind was Jason Isbell, I’m glad you mentioned it too
Listened to Zach’s music for the first time because of this video. His lyrics resonate with me in a way that I haven’t heard in a LONG time. Love Condemned, Moon in Oklahoma, and God Speed. I’m truly moved by his music.
Don't let the bandwagon lead you.