In this episode of Beyond the Melody, we sit down with Brett Hendrix—an artist whose music blends heartfelt storytelling with Texas roots. From songwriting and family to his journey into acting, Brett opens up about the experiences that shaped his artistry. Tune in to hear the stories behind the songs, and what’s next for Brett.

Songs:

• (06:37) Leather
• (26:01) Summer Time Queen
• (43:11) Story to Tell

Time Stamps:

• (15:06) Getting to Know Brett
• (17:00) Song Writing Process
• (41:10) Taking on Acting
• (46:32) Love, Family, and Music
• (55:43) Influences
• (59:52) Making a Path
• (01:10:25) Rapid Fire
• (01:15:44) What's Next

Today’s guest on Beyond the Melody is a rising force in Texas country whose voice is equal parts powerhouse and poetry.

Whether she’s commanding a full band on stage or stripping it back with just her guitar, Ralyn lives every lyric she writes. We’re talking grit, grace, and all the ways she’s found authenticity, work ethic, and how she manages love while living life on the road.

So get ready to dive into the life, the lyrics, and the lessons that shaped her. This is Ralyn Gayle—Beyond the Melody.

Songs:

• (01:54) Love Drunk
• (06:31) Back to the Start
• (22:01) Something Blue
• (38:18) Cigarette Smoke

Time Stamps:

• (11:47) Co-Writes
• (17:41) Developing a Personal Brand
• (29:36) Nerves
• (38:32) Growing Up Around Good Music
• (41:40) Love and Music
• (62:00) Social Media & Work Ethic
• (67:00) Rapid Fire
• (70:00) What’s Next

Follow Ralyn Gayle:

• 📸 Instagram: Ralyn Gayle
• ▶️ YouTube: Ralyn Gayle
• 🎧 Spotify: Ralyn Gayle
• 🍏 Apple Music: Ralyn Gayle

In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly thoughtful and multi-talented Nyles Robakiewicz. From producing records to fronting Shaker Hymns, Nyles is a force in the Texas music scene. We talk through the making of his poetic solo sound, what it was like to win the Larry Joe Taylor Songwriting Competition, and how he balances multiple creative projects at once. Plus, we get the inside scoop on his upcoming release “Fence Post Eyes” and hear a few songs performed live.

Songs:

• (01:00) Fence Post Eyes
• (06:08) Pining Again
• (10:21) Reasons

Time Stamps:

• (15:00) Winning LJT Songwriter Competition
• (20:59) Songwriting Process
• (25:53) Inner Circle
• (30:57) Nyles vs Shaker Hymns
• (38:32) Growing Up Around Good Music
• (41:40) First Ever Written Music
• (44:12) Rapid Fire
• (50:25) Coming Up

Recommendations:

• Southern Angels
• Presley Haile
• Nick Brumley
• Race Rickets
• Ashton Naylor
• Cameron Albright
• Hank Weaver
• Jameson Edelman
• Austin Case

Follow Nyles:

• 📸 Instagram: Nyles Robakiewicz
• ▶️ YouTube: Nyles Robakiewicz
• 🎧 Spotify: Nyles Robakiewicz
• 🍏 Apple Music: Shaker Hymns