Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas

We feature different Texas music artists every week. As a music artist myself I wanted to give listeners an opportunity to know them in a personal way. Many new and seasoned players, writers and promoters who identify with Texas.

Episodes

August 31, 2025 51 mins

This cool chick Jordan Rainer is my guest and what a spitfire She will give every woman out there the truth about who you are and why you should take control of your life at EVERY opportunity. AND… what a voice… seriously she can SANG. Her new song “The girl you left” an anthem to the breakups that lead to a stronger walk through life will undoubtedly speak to many of you. I hope you’ll find time to listen… this is a don’t miss

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I had the pleasure of interviewing Max Baca of the Grammy award winning conjunto group Los Texmaniacs this past week. And what a history lesson I got from Max about this special music and tradition. Fresh off the heels of the passing of one of Texas greats, Flaco Jimenez , Max talks about his time playing with Flaco and so many others who heavily influenced his journey. And for the local Texas fans Los Texmaniacs will be performing...
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August 17, 2025 52 mins

Check this out… Juballeeyoung.com because he’s got a lot more to tell about than I can put on this post. He’s my guest this week and for what it’s worth— he’s a very kind soul and he made a decision to put his daughter above fame and I for one applaud him for that. Too many musicians leave their children to be orphans to the business of their music making. But that’s another story- and not this one. The son of two successful songwr...

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August 10, 2025 56 mins

Mike Mancy is our guest and he and his band have some new music to share on this week's show. You’ll also find out somethings you did not know about him in this interview

Originally aired 08/10/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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August 3, 2025 52 mins
The Guitar Sanctuary, The Rook McKinney & The Guitar Sanctuary our sponsors, bring you Matt Tedder an Americana , Country and Blues Texan as my guest this week. This is an artist you will want to put on a playlist and sit back and enjoy like you would a glass of fine wine.   Matt has mastered the guitar in such a way that he was penned as the works are more about the lyrics and melody.  Check out www.MattTedderMusic.com  

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July 27, 2025 53 mins

This week's show expect to hear some new music from Handsome and the Humbles, and their newly released album “ Draw some Blood” a Texas based group that is fronted by Josh Smith who joined me in the studio.

Originally aired 07/27/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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July 20, 2025 50 mins

Dani Reed came into the studio and shared her journey from Oklahoma to Texas ( where she now calls home!) And what a powerhouse voice. When she’s not playing solo gigs she’s penned as Dani and the Rejects. Ck out her schedule and do your soul some good by seeing her live. Danireedmusic.com She graced us with an acoustic live too.

Originally aired 07/20/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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July 13, 2025 52 mins

Stoney Musgrove is my guest this week- and he’s also playing a singer / songwriter show with us Sunday September 7th The GAR HOLE in Westminster Texas. Listen and find out what makes him SO special.

Originally aired 07/13/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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July 6, 2025 50 mins

Jake Ryan ,the winner of the KHYI 95.3 The Range (OFFICIAL)'s Battle of the Balladeers, was my guest this week on Texas Homegrown Music and you will become familiar with him ( if you’re not already) if you love a traditional country voice and a hook you can’t stop singing. He’s a gifted songsmith im looking forward to YOU hearing.

Originally aired 07/06/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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June 29, 2025 49 mins

Caleb Sam Brown Music - this weeks interview another stellar singer songwriter featuring new music dropped this year from his ep Personal Rock Bottom and there’s even a sweet cut with Cela Harper.

Originally aired 06/29/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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June 22, 2025 50 mins

Tanner Legg & The Heaters — This weeks guest has been dropping songs and playing gigs for only a few years, however you should put them on your radar. It’s a Texas original and they’ll definitely make their way on many of your playlists. Check out this song “white trash waterfall” You’ll see why his writings hit home with so many red dirt enthusiasts.

Originally aired 06/22/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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June 15, 2025 59 mins

Texas based Luke Herbert has new music out and he came by the studio to share his music journey. His self made , self produced sound is impressive. The immense talent pool we have right here in North Texas is amazing. I’ll never run out of great musicians to feature here

Originally aired 06/15/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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June 8, 2025 52 mins

You know one of my favorite things about my show is to bring you artists that maybe you haven’t heard of but you WILL- because this dude‘s got it going onWhat’s more important to me is he’s writing and playing music that speaks to your heart. You’re take away is someone who has been through some trials and found a way to make life worth livin’. I really think you’ll get something out of this interview. I know I did.

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June 1, 2025 54 mins

So excited to have Stan Lynch and JCD on our show this week as their album drops so many dynamic tracksListen in on the revolution of these two powerhouse musicians and how this explosion of sound began. If you listen close you might even recognize another voice on some backgrounds. It’s an American rock that collides Stans Petty beats with Jons Springsteen energy and the all star musicians that round it out are some of my favs( I ...

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May 25, 2025 52 mins

Hayden stopped by the studio and we chatted for this weeks show. We’ll be featuring songs he’s newest cut single “ keep me up”. I must say one of my favs he’s done is “ Rolling Stone”. His voice is so easy on the ears and good for the soul.

Originally aired 05/25/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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May 18, 2025 60 mins

Check out my guest Big Joe Walker who will be on some big bills this summer and even some cruise and European tours so check him out.   He'll be at Love &War in Plano on Saturday May 24th. 

What a BIG voice , and presence he has. His smile won me over instantly as did his sweet demeaner. Listen Sunday & Wednesday on KHYI 95.3 The Range (OFFICIAL) at 8 pm and share the podcast with your music loving friends. 

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May 11, 2025 52 mins

This weeks guest is the talented singer songwriter Kensie Coppin. She has written songs that others are making hits from, however this week listen to the music tell HER story . She was open and honest about the struggles and joys of playing music full time.

Originally aired 05/11/2025 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

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May 4, 2025 53 mins
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 inaugu...

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April 27, 2025 55 mins

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.

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April 20, 2025 48 mins

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.

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