Downstage Center

05/09/2026

Have you subscribed to the Billy Bob's Texas YouTube page?

Not only will you find all of the podcast episodes, you'll also gain access to a library of behind-the-scenes production vLogs like this one featuring Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll!

Presented by our good friends at Happy Dad, Episode #6 of Billy Bob’s Production vlog features appearances by some of today’s hottest artists including Jelly...

05/09/2026

Guitar slayer and down-to-earth superstar Ally Venable gave us the skinny about what it's like to rub elbows with Buddy Guy, be true to your own music and how she found her passion for the blues!

05/07/2026

Season 2, Episode 6 of DownStage Center brings another laid-back, behind-the-scenes conversation straight from the heart of live music. Host John Zaskoda sits down with North Texas native and Nashville songwriter Joey Green for an honest and engaging look at the life of a working musician.

From cutting his teeth in the Texas music scene to writing songs in one of the most competitive rooms in Nashville, Joey shares the road stories, the AI creative process and personal experiences with it that have shaped his sound and career. The conversation dives into the realities of songwriting, the grind behind the spotlight, and what it takes to stay authentic while chasing success in today’s music industry.

05/02/2026

North Texas staple and Nashville veteran, Joey Green popped by to give us his thoughts on the state of AI music, how he has embraced it and a load of armchair conspiracy theories!

Look for S2/E6 soon!

04/28/2026

Pat Green is always on time.... and for good reason!

Check out this after-the-interview footage courtesy of our good friends at Zodiac Watches.

04/22/2026

Texas country icon Pat Green pulls up a chair on this episode of DownStage Center with host John Zaskoda—and nothing's off limits. From the road stories that shaped his career to the moments that nearly broke it, Pat gets real about the highs, the grind, and what keeps him coming back to the stage. Whether you’ve followed him since the early days or just discovered his sound, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

04/10/2026

The one-and-only Pat Green stopped by the studio this morning to visit with Jz, reflect a little on his career, discuss upcoming projects and talk about the what fuels his passion for art, family and Texas Music!

03/26/2026

Episode 4 of Season Two of DownStage Center welcomes Mike Ryan, one of Texas country’s most authentic and respected voices. Known for his honest songwriting and melodic sound, Mike sits down for a laid-back, behind-the-scenes conversation that dives deeper than the stage lights.

Hosted by John Zaskoda, Production Manager for Billy Bob’s Texas, this episode explores Mike’s journey from small-town roots to becoming a staple in the Texas music scene. He opens up about the stories behind his songs, the realities of life on the road, and how he’s stayed true to his style in an ever-changing industry.

03/16/2026

Ally Venable stopped by the other day and put her electric guitar down to do a lil' acoustic jammin' with podcast director/editor, Jordan.

Look for her to come back soon for an interview... and maybe a musical collab is in the works?

03/11/2026

Season 2, Episode 3 of DownStage Center features powerhouse blues vocalist and bassist Danielle Nicole.

Known for her soulful voice, commanding stage presence, and deeply rooted blues sound, Danielle joins host John Zaskoda and talks about her journey from growing up in a musical family to becoming one of the most respected voices in modern blues.

02/05/2026

In Episode 2 of Season 2, host John Zaskoda sits down with Randy Rogers, front man of the legendary Randy Rogers Band.

Randy talks about the early days of grinding it out on the Texas circuit, the stories behind the songs, and what it takes to keep a band moving forward after decades of touring, recording, and
selling out dance floors across the country.

Recorded in the heart of the world’s largest honky-tonk, this episode pulls back the curtain on the realities of life in a working band, the evolution of Texas music, and the passion that keeps
artists coming back to the stage night after night.