I sat down with Clayton Anderson, an Indiana-born country singer-songwriter known for winning Kenny Chesney's Next Big Star competition in 2008.

We cover Clayton's musical journey, from his humble beginnings in Bedford, Indiana to the challenges and triumphs of building a career in Nashville.

Clayton also talks about his exciting new ventures, including opening two bar and restaurant locations in downtown Indianapolis and Broad Ripple, aimed at bringing a Nashville vibe back to Indiana.

We touch on songwriting, the impact of social media on the music industry, and some heartfelt stories from Clayton's career.

Plus, get all the details on upcoming events and what you can expect from his new establishments. Be ready to mark your calendars!

You are going to learn about:

• Clayton’s Musical Journey from Small Town Indiana to Nashville

• How Social Media has Impacted the Music Industry

• Two Bar & Restaurant Locations Coming to Indianapolis

Thank you to our partners:
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Check out these great clips from the show:
01:45 Guest Introduction: Clayton Anderson, Country Singer-Songwriter
04:25 Clayton's Early Career and Breakthrough
11:42 Life in Nashville: The Struggles and Successes
21:01 Navigating the Music Industry
30:57 The Impact of Streaming and Social Media
31:38 Struggles with the Record Label
36:00 Venturing into the Bar and Restaurant Business
42:56 Exciting Plans for the New Bars
49:21 Fun Rapid Fire Questions