Aaron Watson: Back On The Tour Bus
Today, I’m joined by American country musician, singer, and songwriter, Aaron Watson.
Aaron calls me straight from his tour bus, back on the road after canceling countless gigs due to COVID-19.
We talk about what urged him to get back to touring and the backlash he’s received for putting on events again.
Aaron is a talented man who explains how he’s been making an income since the lockdowns hit.
With his three children, he is stuck at home, and they’re stuck there with him. He tells me what homeschooling his kids has been like, and how viable that is for the future.
A real American, Aaron is about as patriotic as it gets, and it’s great to talk to someone who's so proud of being from this amazing country, and wait till you hear about Watson's famous BBQ.
“Be invested in things you can be a part of and change, like your neighborhood and your house. If we can all do that, that’s how we change the world.” - Aaron Watson
Time Stamps:
03:10 - Why Aaron is starting to tour again and his belief in the American right to protest.
09:50 - The importance in supporting your president no matter who they are.
12:41 - The different ways Aaron has been making money over the lockdown.
19:50 - The importance of staying positive during these strange times.
24:15 - People's tendencies to want their opinion heard, even if it’s invalid.
29:47 - What it was like growing up in Texas.
32:48 - Homeschooling your kids and being stuck at home.
35:10 - Aaron’s time in London and the importance in recognising when people you don’t like do something great.
39:45 - Who Aaron’s dad is and the lessons he taught Aaron.
45:30 - The differences in raising girls and boys.
51:10 - Recording an album during lockdown.
Resources:
Listen to Aaron Watson on Spotify
Listen to Aaron Watson on Apple Music
Listen to Aaron Watson on YouTube
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