In Pt.2 of episode 2, the hosts discuss their personal top 10 lists of Texas music artists who have had a significant emotional and musical taste impact on their lives. The conversation includes debates and nostalgic anecdotes about bands and musicians such as ZZ Top, Deep Blue Something, Spoon, Pantera, and many more. They explore the diversity and rich heritage of Texas music, touching on genres ranging from blues and country to metal and indie rock. The episode also teases future content, including an upcoming interview with local singer-songwriter Jacob Furr, and sets the stage for a blues-focused homework assignment featuring Lightning Hopkins.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Top 10 Lists
02:52 Honorable Mentions and Number 10 Picks
07:34 Diving into Number 9 Picks
13:33 Exploring Number 8 Picks
20:25 Number 7 Picks and Local Bias
27:17 Number 6 Picks and Country Influences
31:16 Number 5 Picks and Personal Favorites
36:00 Old 97's and Personal Connections
36:42 Willie Nelson: The King of Country
37:28 Buddy Holly and Vinyl Memories
38:55 Deep Blue Something and Personal Bias
41:45 Lift to Experience: A Family Connection
45:40 Lead Belly: The Blues Virtuoso
47:03 The Toadies: Local Legends
50:37 Kris Kristofferson: The Lyricist
59:45 King's X: The Underrated Metal Band
01:03:48 Honorable Mentions and Conclusion

In Episode 2 of Texas Tracks and Taps, hosts Coy, Jon, and Graham delve into their much-anticipated discussion on the top 10 most impactful Texas-based artists. The episode begins with Jon's review of Dallas-based electronic artist Ishi, then transitions into the main topic. With each artist, the hosts share personal insights and historical context, illustrating the significant contributions these musicians made to their genres and to Texas culture. The challenging process of curating this list is also highlighted, emphasizing the rich musical heritage of Texas.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:29 Jon's Review of Local Dallas Artist Ishi
03:50 Top 10 Most Impactful Texas Artists
05:07 Honorable Mentions and Number 10
07:18 Number 9
08:54 Number 8
10:49 Number 7
12:32 Number 6
13:27 Number 5
15:49 Number 4
19:54 Number 3
21:42 Number 2
26:39 Number 1
31:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In the first episode of Texas Tracks and Taps, hosts Graham, Coy, and Jon delve into their pasts, sharing the personal experiences and influences that led each of them to develop a passion for music. From childhood memories of listening to church hymns and vinyl records to discovering rock, rap, and alternative genres in their formative years, the hosts share an in-depth look at their musical evolution. The episode also honors the late Kris Kristopherson, reflecting on his profound impact on Texas music and beyond. Additionally, the team introduces a new segment where they recommend local band Ishi for Jon's listening assignment, hinting at future topics such as notable Texas artists and personal top lists.

Be sure to check out our accompanying playlist for this episode below:

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00:00 Welcome to Texas Tracks and Taps

00:41 Graham's Musical Journey Begins

03:05 Discovering Rock and Grunge

04:17 Influences from Family and Friends

07:37 Christian Rock and Local Music Scene

09:21 Exploring New Genres and Bands

14:57 John's Musical Roots in South Florida

16:36 MTV and the Rap Revolution

20:13 Transition to Rock and Grunge

21:27 Seattle's Vibrant Music Scene

24:56 Coy's Early Musical Memories

26:54 Influences from Family and Friends

28:28 The Impact of Mixtapes and Junior High

29:44 Nostalgic Beginnings: First CDs and Musical Influences

30:14 Discovering Guitar and Local Bands 31:46 High School Music Journey and Emo Phase

34:20 U2 Obsession and Concert Experiences

39:50 Reflecting on Chris Christopherson's Legacy

52:44 Introducing Local Band Ishii

54:33 Upcoming Episode Teaser: Greatest Texas Artists

A short episode introducing our new podcast that is all about talking music and craft beer from a local Texas perspective! We hope you'll check it out and stay tuned for our first full episode coming very soon!!