Episode Details

Most indie country bands struggle to break out from their small town roots—until one band from Iowa decided to lean into their red dirt sound and make noise nationally. In this episode, Corey Waller, frontman of Corey Waller and the Wicked Things, reveals how growing up on gravel roads and playing in his garage with friends sparked a passion to blend Midwest authenticity with outlaw country vibes.

Discover how Corey’s journey from a small-town kid to a regional sensation is rooted not just in great songwriting, but in building a tight-knit band that’s as much a family as it is a musical act. He shares the behind-the-scenes of writing their EP "Golden Buckle," insights into touring logistics from Iowa to Texas, and the mindset shift that transformed their approach to music and business. Corey also takes us through their love for banning genre boundaries—playing both the heartfelt country they grew up with and the rowdy rock that keeps their energy high.

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