Podcast
On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer
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Troy Vollhoffer, owner and founder of Country Thunder Music Festival, invites the biggest country artists to join him for a one-on-one celebrity interview “On the Bus”. As Troy opens his home, his tour bus, and festival venues to his audience for behind the scenes conversations, he asks exclusive questions, discusses festival do’s and don'ts, and highlights the tracks you will hear on stage at Country Thunder this summer. Guests include Dustin Lynch, Koe Wetzel, Tigirlily Gold, Dierks Bentley, Bailey Zimmerman, Jon Pardi, Ashley McBryde and countless other music industry legends, taking you backstage to share stories of their concerts, their careers, and their entertainment industry journeys. Be ready to be thunderstruck, On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer.
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Welcome Back to On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer
Feb 25, 202500:02:59Summary readyHave you ever wondered about what it’s like touring as a musician on the festival circuit? Or maybe about who discovered them, and just how the heck they helped them make it big? From Country Thunder Music Festivals, we invite you, the fans, to ride shotgun on the tour bus with us to find out all this and a whole lot more.Join host Troy Vollhoffer, the founder and executive producer of Country Thunder, for On the Bus, a podcast that gives you backstage passes to sit down with today’s hottest and up-and-coming music artists and industry professionals. Join Troy as he explores the stories and inspirations behind your favorite songs, the trials and triumphs faced by the artists, and the dedication and grit it takes to succeed in this industry.Listen to On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer. Launching video episodes coming March 20.
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BONUS EPISODE: Nate Smith
Apr 5, 202400:17:27Summary readyWe’re travelling back in time with this never-before-heard conversation between Troy and Nate Smith at his very first appearance at Country Thunder. Since then, he has blown up and become a household name with some of the catchiest tunes in country music.
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Dierks Bentley
Jan 24, 202400:29:19Summary readyTroy engages in a candid conversation with country sensation, Dierks Bentley. Join us as they delve into Dierks's remarkable decade-long journey to success in Nashville, his passion for hockey, and his experiences with Taylor Swift.
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Jon Pardi
Jan 9, 202400:20:31Summary readyReflecting on Jon Pardi's phenomenal year, we go back into the vault as Troy engages in a candid conversation with the country sensation. Together, they delve into Jon's upbringing, the pursuit of the Nashville dream, insights into his whiskey line, and what he calls the “worst hangover of his life".
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Parker McCollum
Aug 4, 202300:27:12Summary readyTroy sits down with Parker McCollum to talk about his Texas-roots, love of George Strait, and writing songs in fast food drive-thrus.
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Bailey Zimmerman
Jun 22, 202300:23:50Summary readyIn this episode, Troy is joined by the hottest artist in country music - Bailey Zimmerman! Get a rare backstage glimpse at how his life has changed since releasing his music online, and what you can expect from him when he comes to a Country Thunder Festival near you.
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Ashley McBryde
May 19, 202300:28:33Summary readyACM, CMA, and GRAMMY winner Ashley McBryde sits down with Troy to chat about how she found her place in the music industry.
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Williams & Ree
Apr 14, 202300:38:43Summary readySeason two of On The Bus at Country Thunder returns with legends, Williams & Ree. Troy sits down to chat with the comedy duo to unravel decades of history and laughter.
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Jul 26, 202100:42:21Summary readyLindsay Ell is on the bus - she and Troy chat moving to Nashville, the allure of country music in Europe, and Bachman-Turner Overdrive!
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