This week on Here’s What We Know, we sit down with Terry McBride, a legendary figure in 90s country music. He was the lead vocalist and bass guitarist in the band McBride & the Ride. From growing up in a small Texas town to writing hits for country legends, Terry’s journey is all about hard work, passion, and a few surprising turns along the way. Tune in now!
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In this Episode:
- Growing up in a ranching community and finding his passion for music
- Learning from his father, regional musician Dale McBride
- How Tony Brown’s recognition led him to a deal with MCA Records
- Writing with legends like Guy Clark and shaping country music’s golden era
- Tour life—from driving buses to fronting his own band
- The hilarious and humbling reality of family honesty (yes, hair loss included!)
Quotations:
“You always want something better for your children. You hope they’ll go on and be happy and successful.” ~ Terry McBride
“I had such respect for those songwriters behind the scenes.” ~ Terry McBride
“You’ve got to have a guy that believes in you so much; other people eventually believe in you too.” ~ Terry McBride
“When the record button hits or the camera’s on, you got it, it’s your shot. You got to show what you got. You got to be good at it.” ~ Terry McBride
“Once you have the hits, it gets a little easier; it gets a lot more fun. You know, people are singing along. Now it’s just fun.” ~ Terry McBride
“I’ll take a hundred people who want to be there over 5,000 that are just whatever, you know? Cause it’s just so much fun for me.” ~ Terry McBride
“We’re small but mighty and that three-part harmony really fills up the band much bigger than it appears by just the four pieces.” ~ Terry McBride
“If you’re miserable and you have nothing to look forward to, then I don’t want to live like that.” ~ Terry McBride
Bio:
Terry McBride is a true Texas original—a chart-topping songwriter, frontman, and multi-instrumentalist with a career spanning four decades. From touring with his father’s band to forming McBride & The Ride and penning hits for Brooks & Dunn, Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, and many more, Terry’s impact on country music is undeniable. With multiple #1 songs, millions of airplay awards, and a recent induction into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame, he continues to write, record, and tour—both as a solo artist and with the reunited McBride & The Ride.
Guest Contact Info:
Website: https://www.terrymcbridemusic.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrymcbridemusic/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TerryMcBrideMusic/
YouTube: @TerryMcBrideMusic
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