Ben Gallaher on New Fatherhood, Life on the Road & Major Label Realities | Sippin' On Country Ep. 61

About this episode

Ben Gallaher shares his experiences of new fatherhood, life on the road, and the realities of being signed to a major label.

This week on Sippin' On Country, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Ben Gallaher! You might know him from his viral hit "Stomp" and that unforgettable guitar riff that took social media by storm. But there's so much more to Ben's story than meets the ear. Join us as we dive deep with Ben, exploring the joys and challenges of being a new dad and how he likes to unwind after a long day of making music. He shares some fascinating and eye-opening experiences from his time playing gigs in high-security prisons, offering a unique perspective on connecting with audiences in unexpected places. Ben also gives us an honest look at the realities of life on the road, the sacrifices and the triumphs, and pulls back the curtain on the often complex world of being signed to a major label. From the high of a viral hit to the grit of touring and navigating the industry, Ben's journey is both inspiring and relatable. Grab your favorite drink and join us for a candid and insightful conversation with Ben Gallaher on this brand new episode of Sippin' On Country! Connect with Ben Gallaher: Website: https://www.bengallaher.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ben_gallaher/ Facebook…

People in this episode

Host: Westney Productions

Guest: Ben Gallaher

Topics covered

• new fatherhood
• life on the road
• major label realities
• music industry
• personal stories

Keywords

• Ben Gallaher
• new dad
• music career
• viral hit
• touring
• major label
• prison gigs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Westney Productions

Books & works: Stomp

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