Join Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio as they sit down with Jody White, son of legendary Louisiana singer-songwriter Tony Joe White, to discuss the expanded re-release of his father’s 1980 album The Real Thang.

Discover the early stages of Tony Joe White’s now-famous swamp country sound, including the newly unearthed tracks from his experimental period. Jody shares stories about:

The making of The Real Thang and its original vinyl release

Tony Joe White’s collaborations with Waylon Jennings

The evolution of his swamp funk sound and iconic performances like Austin City Limits

The new single “Cowboy Singer” and the limited edition lager released by Tony Joe White Supply Co.

Tony Joe White’s enduring influence on American music, from Polk Salad Annie to generations of artists inspired by his swampy grooves

Listen & Pre-Order The Real Thang: https://www.quarto.com/books/97807603...

Stream Cowboy Singer: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6QvgW...

More about Tony Joe White: https://www.tonyjoewhite.com/

YouTube:   / @tonyjoewhiteofficial 

Tony Joe White Supply Co. – Cowboy Singer Lager

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