Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

Jack Barksdale inspires me about the next generations of music made , and especially here in Texas. A 17 yr. old folk/Americana singer/songwriter Jack started performing original music at the age of nine and has already shared the stage with Wynonna Judd, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Junior Brown, John Fullbright, and Hayes . He’s definitely an “old soul” that paints his way into your mind with his prolific lyrics. He’s headlining the inaugural Renegade Revival Music Fest May 17th at the Georgetown Palace Theater. And proceeds benefit HAAM of Austin helping musicians with healthcare.   Listen this week to our interview and you too will be inspired by this young Troubadour.   Originally aired 05/04/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

So happy to have Zac on the show this week. He was in the studio and and broke into a sweet song he wrote for his son called MUD. His music moves you both physically and emotionally. If you haven’t discovered him yet, you will thank me for it I’m certain. For all you fans already, take a listen to what makes him an example of how he is so HUMANKIND Originally aired 04/27/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Ben Coleman is my guest this week- what a kind soul- talented artist and songwriter. Check out his single “Rainy Days” perfect for April showers. Originally aired 04/20/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

JD Hinton , actor, composer , radio host and all around cool dude is my guest this week. From Waco Texas to the California Coast - he’s got the stories that make for a great campfire scene and party couch. His latest “Don’t dig my grave yet” had me thinking if Ray Wylie Hubbard & Chris Rea had a son this would be the sound … and I LOVE them all. It’s a treasured reminder to keep looking ahead - however he also understands we need to be present in the moment and writes another single “Let’s Do Now”.   I’m grateful we crossed paths and hope to bring him home to Texas for a show soon. Till then , stream his music and listen to how music keeps evolving with him.   Originally aired 04/13/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

My guest James Cook Music is off and running on his Texican Velvet Tour , so he stopped by to share his upcoming music dropping Friday April 11th. Then check out his tour and for you DFW fans he’ll be at Love and War in Texas-Plano Authentic Site on April 19th. Don’t miss this soulful artist who mixes Country, Blues , soul and rock for his own unique sound . Great songwriter too Originally aired 04/06/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

This gal has got the goods! #CelaHarper a singer songwriter and finalist on Battle of the Balladeers! Originally aired 03/30/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Jessee Lee Music my guest this week shares her inspiration and talent with us. She’s got a voice you won’t forget with nuances that fill the gap from R&B to country. Check out this show and her single “ Dive Bar SuperStar” and be sure to catch a live show jesseeleemusic.com Originally aired 03/23/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

This week’s guest will take you on a music journey with her new release of 12 crafted songs about life that will surely pierce your soul. “ Maybe New Mexico” the title track speaks to me so personally since I have been traveling there for years to embrace a more laid back lifestyle and peaceful surroundings. Helene Cronin Music covers every day situations and puts YOU in their shoes. Her very personal “ Rifleman” shares her personal experience with a veteran and a couple of my favorites “ God stopped by” and “ Dear Life” are poetic genius. Do yourself a favor and take this music with you from start to the last cut of “ Visitors” Oh, and did you know her song “ over missin’you” was just cut by Cody Johnson ?!   Originally aired 03/16/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Timber Wilde is our guests this week , hailing from New Braunfels , (which has become a Mecca of Texas musicians ) they got together with Bri Bagwell for a newly released duet that will have you crooning along “ Ain’t that Love” and they just released their new single “Bones” that is reminiscent of the easy rock n soul days of your youth. And bonus- some stellar guitar work. These guys have a rockin’ soulful Texas sound that leaves you saying “that’s just damn good music”   Originally aired 03/09/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

What a powerhouse singer this gal is! Check out her new single “I Am Woman” and don’t miss this weeks interview as she shares her journey through the years and joys of love lost and love found and all the music she wrote as therapy along the way. She even sings a new song not recorded yet that had me in tears. What a gift to Texas and all you music lovers. Originally aired 03/02/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.