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Apr 15
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Jerry Flowers

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There’s what people see on stage, and then there’s everything else.

This week on Here’s What We Know, we welcome back Jerry Flowers, a seasoned bassist, an accomplished songwriter, and music industry veteran, best known for his longtime role as Keith Urban’s bass player and bandleader. 

We’ll talk about what life on tour is really like, from playing in front of 80,000 people at major concerts to walking into a room of 50 where no one knows who you are. It’s a side of the music industry most people never see.

Jerry shares what it takes to connect with a live audience, why some artists succeed while others struggle, and how the best performers learn to win over any crowd, whether it’s a stadium or a small private event.

We also get into the realities of touring as a musician, the highs and lows of the road, and the difference between the spotlight and the moments that happen behind the scenes.

This is a conversation about stories. The ones you remember, the ones that shape you, and the ones that don’t seem important at the time… until years later, when you realize they meant everything.

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In This Episode:

  • What Life on Tour Is Really Like
  • Jerry Flowers on Touring with Keith Urban
  • The Best Concert Experience: 80,000 Fans in Quebec City
  • The Reality of Life After a Big Show
  • From Stadiums to Small Rooms: The Truth About Touring
  • How Great Artists Win Over Any Crowd
  • Early Days on Tour: Bars, Vans, and the Grind
  • Learning Storytelling as a Songwriter and Performer
  • Music Industry Stories: Jack Black, Hugh Jackman, and More
  • Why Storytelling Matters in Music and Life
  • Florida Georgia Line, Jason Aldean, and Artist Development
  • American Idol vs Real-World Experience in Music
  • Why Some Artists Make It and Others Don’t
  • Great Songs That Never Became Hits
  • The Stories You Carry With You

Bio:

Jerry Flowers is a seasoned bassist, songwriter, and music industry veteran, best known for his longtime role as Keith Urban’s bass player and band leader. With a career spanning decades, Jerry has toured the world, shared the stage with music legends, and played a pivotal role in crafting chart-topping hits both on and off the road.

Originally from Pinch, West Virginia, Jerry’s musical journey began at just 12 years old, fueled by a passion for bass guitar. His talent and dedication took him from small-town gigs to global stages, touring with The Chicks, Counting Crows, and more.

Beyond performing, Jerry is an accomplished songwriter, earning #1 hits with Billy Currington, Jason Aldean, Sam Hunt, and Ryan Hurd. His musicality and creativity continue to inspire every session he’s in, making him a sought-after collaborator in Nashville’s thriving music scene.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryflowersmusic/

Feb 19
Love33

Jerry Flowers

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This week on Here’s What We Know, we’re sitting down with Jerry Flowers, one of Nashville’s most respected musicians and songwriters. Best known as Keith Urban’s longtime band leader and bass player, Jerry has spent decades touring the world, playing massive stages, and shaping the sound of country music.

In this raw and honest conversation, Jerry pulls back the curtain on life in the music industry—sharing behind-the-scenes stories, the highs and lows of his journey, and what it really takes to make it in Nashville. Listen now!

This episode is sponsored by:

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License #: 679261

In this Episode:

  • His journey from Pinch, WV, to Nashville and beyond
  • The early days as a founding member of The Ranch (Keith Urban’s first band)
  • Writing with Sam Hunt and the magic behind crafting a hit song
  • What it really takes to make it in music—talent, grit, and the right people believing in you

Quotations:

“When you first come here you think it’s impossible, especially if you’re from a really small town. But then you realize the more, the longer you’re here, like, it’s not that big of a business and you know these everybody you just need to find your people to.” ~ Jerry Flowers

“If you have everything when you move here, you’re most likely not gonna be willing to go through all the hard stuff that you’re gonna have to go through cause it’s gonna be hard. I don’t care who it is. It’s gonna be rough. And so if you don’t have that hunger, you’re not gonna stay.” ~ Jerry Flowers

“Most people that are jerks, they just don’t make it in this business because you have to be a fun hang, you have to be a good person to be around. And I think that’s the same with the label people too and management. It’s, like, you have to be a good, good person or I think it just, you get weeded out.” ~ Jerry Flowers

“Even at the lowest level and you’re still getting to do it, it’s still an absolute gift to be able to do it.“ ~ Jerry Flowers

“I watched the audience a lot more than the bands just to see what their reaction is.” ~ Jerry Flowers

Bio:

Jerry Flowers is a seasoned bassist, songwriter, and music industry veteran, best known for his longtime role as Keith Urban’s bass player and band leader. With a career spanning decades, Jerry has toured the world, shared the stage with music legends, and played a pivotal role in crafting chart-topping hits both on and off the road.

Originally from Pinch, West Virginia, Jerry’s musical journey began at just 12 years old, fueled by a passion for bass guitar. His talent and dedication took him from small-town gigs to global stages, touring with The Chicks, Counting Crows, and more.

Beyond performing, Jerry is an accomplished songwriter, earning #1 hits with Billy Currington, Jason Aldean, Sam Hunt, and Ryan Hurd. His musicality and creativity continue to inspire every session he’s in, making him a sought-after collaborator in Nashville’s thriving music scene.

Guest Contact Info:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryflowersmusic/