Country Thunder—the largest Country music festival brand in North America—will unveil brand new video episodes of its fan-favorite podcast, “On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer,” beginning today (3/20). You can watch and listen to new episodes on all DSPs, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

CHECK OUT “ON THE BUS WITH TROY VOLLHOFFER” HERE.

By incorporating video, the podcast fully immerses viewers, drawing audiences behind-the-scenes and offering an unparalleled front row seat to what really goes on in Country music. Season two is currently underway, including an in-depth conversation with MULTI-PLATINUM rising star Koe Wetzel—available now.

Additionally, the latest episode of “On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer” just debuted this morning. It features an in-depth and career-spanning conversation with MULTI-PLATINUM Country superstar Dustin Lynch. He traces his journey from wedding gigs and beer-drenched frat party shows to making history as “the first country artist to headline a club residency at the Wynn in Las Vegas,” hosting in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, and the Mexico festival that has become a tradition. 

Paying homage to the masters, he also describes his “perfect night of music” as “the George Strait song and melodies with the Garth Brooks antics on stage.”

At one point in the discussion, Lynch reflects on the impact of his breakout signature smash “Cowboys and Angels.” He said, “It’s still a monster for us…I think it’s the song couples come to see us play, and they’re counting down the minutes, so they can have their dance together. It’s been a song that’s become a part of so many people’s wedding days and anniversaries—that’s special. Not every song can be that. For us, it’s ‘Cowboys and Angels’.”

WATCH THE EPISODE

The show is hosted by Country Thunder owner and founder Troy Vollhoffer. With cameras rolling and tape running, he engages in funny and freewheeling discourse with A-list Country talent as well as buzzing acts. The episodes are filmed from Vollhoffer’s tour bus and home studio, providing an unfiltered vignette into the lives of artists as they tell stories, recall memories, and share unwavering passion for music.

“On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer” launched its second season in February with a fascinating interview, pairing Vollhoffer with top booking agents Rod Essig, Curt Motley, and Nick Meinema. The episode pulls back the curtain on how the world of live music works and proves essential listening for neophyte and established artists alike. 

During season one, Vollhoffer played host to Country music royalty with a string of fascinating, funny, and enlightening conversations. The roster included Dierks Bentley, Jon Pardi, Bailey Zimmerman, Ashley McBryde, Nate Smith, Marty Stuart, Parker McCollum, Terri Clark, and Big Kenny, among others. 

The podcast stands out as a must-listen for Country afficionados and music fans at large. Boasting an intimate format, exclusive content, and an elite lineup of all-star guests, there’s nothing quite like it.

Don’t miss the bus this year!

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ABOUT COUNTRY THUNDER:
Attracting nearly 625,000+ fans to its six multi-day events, Country Thunder Music Festivals boast unparalleled reach with a diverse demographic profile spanning the USA and Canada. Featuring top-tier country artists, Country Thunder Festivals draw diverse crowds, fostering a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates the essence of country music. The Country Thunder Music Festivals organization has a 21-year history which boasts five other major multi-day events in North America, including Wisconsin, Florida, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.
 
ABOUT TROY VOLLHOFFER:
Troy Vollhoffer is an American entrepreneur from Nashville, TN and currently serves as the President of Country Thunder Music Festivals, Big Valley Jamboree, and Premier Global Production Company. One of the most beloved festival brands in the world, Country Thunder has seen tremendous success, receiving numerous awards including the ACM Festival of the Year for Country Thunder Arizona, Wisconsin, and most recently, Bristol in 2023. For his transformation of the festival, Vollhoffer was honored with the Academy of Country Music Lifting Lives Award and the Don Romero Talent Buyer of the Year Award at the ACM Honors in 2023.
 
Vollhoffer played professional ice hockey from 1982-1992 and has served on the boards of the T.J. Martell Foundation, Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, ACM Lifting Lives, ACM and the CMA. His dedicated philanthropic commitment was recognized at the 2018 CCMA Awards, where he received the Slaight Music Humanitarian Award.

ABOUT ON THE BUS WITH TROY VOLLHOFFER:
Troy Vollhoffer, owner and founder of Country Thunder Music Festival, invites the biggest country artists and industry giants to join him for a one-on-one celebrity interview “On the Bus”.  As Troy opens his home, his tour bus, and festival venues to his audience for behind the scenes conversations, he asks exclusive questions, discusses festival do’s and don'ts, and highlights the tracks fans will hear on stage at Country Thunder this summer. Guests include Dustin Lynch, Koe Wetzel, Tigirlily Gold, Dierks Bentley, Bailey Zimmerman, Jon Pardi, Ashley McBryde and countless other music industry legends, taking you backstage to share stories of their concerts, their careers, and their entertainment industry journeys. Be ready to be thunderstruck, "On the Bus with Troy Vollhoffer".

ABOUT DUSTIN LYNCH:
Dustin Lynch has "built one of the most consistent recording careers in modern country music” (Billboard), achieving 10 #1s; four Top 5 albums; MULTI-PLATINUM status with 10 RIAA-certified singles; and tallying over 6 BILLION cumulative global streams. His sixth studio album Killed The Cowboy (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), featuring #1 “Chevrolet (feat. Jelly Roll),” is currently making a statement. The follow-up to Blue In The Sky, which delivered the history-making 2X PLATINUM, six-week #1 “Thinking ‘Bout You (feat. MacKenzie Porter)” – the most-played song at Country radio in 2022 landing at #1 on the Mediabase and #2 on the Billboard Year-End Country Airplay charts – also featured hit singles: #1 “Stars Like Confetti” and “Party Mode.” Lynch has headlined packed venues to sold-out crowds like his latest KILLED THE COWBOY TOUR, in addition to touring with Country’s biggest names including Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, and Blake Shelton. Hosting his see-and-be-seen pool parties for the last decade, Lynch marks Wynn Nightlife’s first-ever Country music artist residency in Las Vegas with his 2025 club set. Since his PLATINUM breakout “Cowboys and Angels” in 2012, the Tennessee native has earned industry recognition as a Grand Ole Opry member, as well as high-profile nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and CMT Music Awards.