Taylor Graves is an Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter whose music blends modern country, Americana, southern rock, soul, and grunge into a sound that’s uniquely her own. With powerful vocals and honest storytelling, she delivers performances that are equal parts gritty, soulful, and unforgettable.

Her songwriting is deeply personal, drawing inspiration from life experiences, vivid storytelling, and the people she meets along the way. Her career has included an appearance on American Idol, where she earned a Golden Ticket, as well as opportunities connected to The Voice and America’s Got Talent.

With compelling original music and an electrifying live show, she continues to establish herself as one of Texas’ most exciting country-rock artists.

Find Taylor Online:

Website | taylorgravesmusic.com

Instagram | @taylorgravesmusic

Facebook | facebook.com/taylorgravesmusic

We had the chance to sit down with Zack McGinn at Dusty Vaquero Days for a conversation about his band Dolly Shine and how both the group and the broader music scene have evolved since those early days. We talked about longevity in the industry, what it takes to build a lasting career, and the lessons learned from years of making music and connecting with fans.

Zack also shared what it’s like bringing family on the road, balancing life as a musician and a father, and why events like Dusty Vaquero Days are so important to artists and fans alike. It was a heartfelt conversation filled with stories, perspective, and a genuine appreciation for the community that keeps this music alive.

Follow Zack Online:

Instagram | @zackmcginn

Website | www.zackmcginn.com

We had the chance to sit down with Margo Cilker and Forrest VanTuyl at Dusty Vaquero Days for a conversation about how they met and the creative partnership that’s grown between them over time. We talked about how their sound has evolved both together and individually, and how that growth has shaped the music they’re making today.

They also opened up about navigating expectations around maintaining a certain “voice” as artists, their songwriting process, and how they approach writing from an honest place. We wrapped the conversation with a deeper discussion on what it means to emotionally connect with a large audience while still staying true to personal stories and experiences.

It was an insightful, grounded conversation with two artists who continue to push their craft forward while staying deeply rooted in authenticity and storytelling.

Find Margo Online:

Website | www.margocilkermusic.com

Instagram | @margocilker

Facebook | facebook.com/margocilker

Find Forrest Online:

Instagram | @forrestvantuyl

YouTube | @forrestvantuyl