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Old Dominion on Songwriting, Keeping Band Harmony and Maintaining a Die Hard Fan Base

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This week, Ari is joined by Matthew Ramsey, lead singer of Old Dominion, to discuss songwriting, touring, and artistic integrity. Old Dominion’s skyscraping anthems and electrifying live shows have put the multi-platinum-selling band at the forefront of country music, with nine No. 1 singles, over five billion streams, and multiple platinum certifications. They are the reigning 8X ACM and 7X CMA “Group of the Year,” holding the record for most consecutive CMA Vocal Group wins. In 2025, they earned their historic 8th consecutive ACM Group of the Year award, breaking all-time records. Their highly anticipated sixth album Barbara (August 22) and the How Good Is That World Tour will take them nationwide in 2025.


In this episode, Ari and Matthew explore Old Dominion's creative journey and the stories behind their latest album. They delve into the inspiration for the iconic album cover, the songwriting process, and the balance between being a cover band and original artists. Matthew shares insights on the importance of staying true to one's art and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about music, creativity, and the evolving landscape of the music industry.


https://www.instagram.com/mtramsey

https://www.instagram.com/olddominionmusic


3:40 - Introduction and Tour Discussion

5:55 - Who's Barbara?

9:10 - Album Concept and Humor

14:25 - Songwriting Process and "Miss You Man"

21:40 - The Journey to Nashville

29:10 - Balancing Cover Bands and Original Music

36:25 - Choosing Singles and Label Dynamics

43:40 - The Importance of Staying True to Your Art

50:55 - Advice for Young Artists

58:40 - Closing Thoughts on Success in Music


Edited and mixed by Peter Schrupp

Music by Brassroots District

Produced by the team at Ari’s Take


Order the THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.com


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week, Ari is joined by Matthew Ramsey, lead singer of Old Dominion, to discuss songwriting, touring, and artistic integrity. Old Dominion’s skyscraping anthems and electrifying live shows have put the multi-platinum-selling band at the forefront of country music, with nine No. 1 singles, over five billion streams, and multiple platinum certifications. They are the reigning 8X ACM and 7X CMA “Group of the Year,” holding the record for most consecutive CMA Vocal Group wins. In 2025, they earned their historic 8th consecutive ACM Group of the Year award, breaking all-time records. Their highly anticipated sixth album Barbara (August 22) and the How Good Is That World Tour will take them nationwide in 2025.


In this episode, Ari and Matthew explore Old Dominion's creative journey and the stories behind their latest album. They delve into the inspiration for the iconic album cover, the songwriting process, and the balance between being a cover band and original artists. Matthew shares insights on the importance of staying true to one's art and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about music, creativity, and the evolving landscape of the music industry.


https://www.instagram.com/mtramsey

https://www.instagram.com/olddominionmusic


3:40 - Introduction and Tour Discussion

5:55 - Who's Barbara?

9:10 - Album Concept and Humor

14:25 - Songwriting Process and "Miss You Man"

21:40 - The Journey to Nashville

29:10 - Balancing Cover Bands and Original Music

36:25 - Choosing Singles and Label Dynamics

43:40 - The Importance of Staying True to Your Art

50:55 - Advice for Young Artists

58:40 - Closing Thoughts on Success in Music


Edited and mixed by Peter Schrupp

Music by Brassroots District

Produced by the team at Ari’s Take


Order the THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.com


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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