Episode 273: Zach Schmidt and Jackie Berkley of Golden Everything

I’m super happy to have the delightful couple Jackie Berkley and Zach Schmidt of Golden Everything on the show this week!! Both lovely humans and talented artists with separate paths, Zach and Jackie recently formed an amazing alt-country super-duo, and are celebrating their successful debut album together, Sweet Old World, an absolute gorgeous take on folk, country and Americana vibes.  I discuss with Zack and Jackie about how their choices have lead to a healthy outlook in what can be a crazy and difficult world we call the music business. With a new album and a new baby at home, this dynamic couple is making it all happen by building a strong and organic team from the ground up. It’s admirable and inspiring. Making their combination even more intriguing, Zach is a long-time stalwart on the Nashville music scene. He has two solo albums to his name and his most recent 2021 effort, Raise A Banner, is produced by Sadler Vaden and features The 400 Unit as his stellar backing band.  Zach and Jackie’s origin story is a meet-cute for the ages, and Zach’s story of becoming a songwriter is truly legendary. We all go deep in this fun and engaging conversation, and I can’t wait to share this one with all of you!! Show Notes: For more information on Golden Everything and Zack Schmidt as well as tour dates click HERE: Episode Chapters: 00:00  – Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg  04:36  – Spring Awakening and New Beginnings 07:36  – Performing at Newport Folk Festival  10:38  – Family Life and New Arrivals   13:31  – Musical Backgrounds and Influences   16:48  – The Journey to Nashville   19:36  – Biking Across America and Songwriting   24:40  – The Journey of a Lifetime   26:38  – The Impact of Music on Life   29:36  – Inspiration from Real-Life Stories   32:48  – Finding Community in Nashville   33:38  – The Magic of Santa"s Pub   39:35  – Collaborations and Musical Connections   44:40  – Creating Music Under Pressure   49:09  – The Journey to Collaboration   52:29  – Navigating Parenthood and Music   56:11  – Health Challenges and Resilience   59:29  – Plans for the Future   01:04:36 – The DIY Approach to Music   01:06:37 – Songwriting Through Parenthood 01:09:50 – Episode Outro with Host Josh Rosenberg For more information on Roadcase: https://linktr.ee/roadcasepod and https://www.roadcasepod.com Or contact Roadcase by email:  info@roadcasepod.com Roadcase theme music:  "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer