Ep 15: The Dryes are "The Soulmates"

Katelyn and Derek Drye are a singing/songwriting duo in Nashville. They’ve been writing and performing music together since they first started dating 16 years ago. What sets them apart is the emotions they capture in their music, touching poignantly on love and loss.

Recently, CMT began playing their music videos and the reception has been huge for songs like Dolly Would and House on Fire. But their path hasn’t been easy. They’ve struggled with loss and an industry that isn’t quite sure what to do with them. But they aren’t deterred because they’re doing it together.

This episode is for you if:
-You love stories of couples who are doing incredible things together
-Want to know what it's like starting out in the music industry in Nashville
-Need encouragement in your creative process
-Want to hear music that makes you feel less alone

What's in this episode?
Starting out in the music biz isn't easy. Katelyn and Derek describe the help from family and friends when they first moved to Nashville. They also discuss writing and performing together as a married couple and the level of trust it requires.

The pair has also experienced a great deal of loss, which comes through in their music. At the age of 8 months old, Derek's mother died by suicide. He had never heard his mother's voice until they found old video tapes of her a few years ago. It inspired the song "War" which has garnered millions of streams.

Katelyn also describes the feeling she gets when a song is particularly vulnerable. It's often how she knows the song will touch the hearts of their fans. The Dryes also play the AMPstigator Best Time/Worst Time game where they describe their purpose here and now.

📝 Show Notes & Mentions 📝
Find the full transcript by going here: https://www.ampstigator.com/blog/the-dryes-show-notes