Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome award-winning food and spirits writer André Darlington to Road Gang Radio! ????????

André joins us to talk about his brand-new book “Booze & Vinyl Country: 100+ Spirited Drink-and-Music Pairings” (Running Press, September 23, 2025) — the latest installment in his bestselling Booze & Vinyl series. This book pairs more than 60 iconic country albums with creative cocktails and bar bites, bringing a whole new flavor to classic records by legends like Hank Williams, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, Miranda Lambert, Johnny Cash, and even Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter.

In this interview, André shares the inspiration behind his work, the joy of connecting music with mood-setting drinks, and some of the most surprising pairings from the book. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur, a music lover, or both, this episode is sure to whet your appetite for good tunes and great sips.

Learn more about André Darlington and his books: https://www.andredarlington.com/

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