Ever wondered how the Bakersfield sound continues to shape modern country music? Join us as we chat with Cody Bartels, a musician on a mission to keep this iconic sound alive. Cody shares his journey from rocking out in punk and metal bands to embracing his country roots, drawing inspiration from legends like Buck Owens and Merle Haggard. We also dive into how contemporary artists like the Red Clay Strays and producers like Dave Cobb motivate him to blend the classic with the contemporary, cr...