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Tommy Acker: From Baseball Dreams to Country Music Breakthrough

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On episode 239 of Outside the Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Tommy Acker to talk about his journey from Texas to Nashville and his unexpected path from baseball and biology to the country music stage. Originally planning for dental school, Tommy found new purpose through songwriting and performance, launching his career with the help of social media platforms like TikTok. His first viral hit opened the door to mentorships with artists like Hannah McFarland and Jessi Alexander, and eventually to opening for Meg Moroney. Tommy shares insights on his competitive nature from his baseball days, the emotional side of leaving home to pursue music, and the growth that comes with embracing Nashville’s collaborative and supportive environment. The conversation covers his songwriting process, building connections in the industry, developing his sound, and the importance of patience and persistence. With a clear vision and growing momentum, Tommy Acker is making his mark as one of country music’s most exciting new voices.

Follow on Social Media:

Tommy Acker: @Tommyacker

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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On episode 239 of Outside the Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with rising country artist Tommy Acker to talk about his journey from Texas to Nashville and his unexpected path from baseball and biology to the country music stage. Originally planning for dental school, Tommy found new purpose through songwriting and performance, launching his career with the help of social media platforms like TikTok. His first viral hit opened the door to mentorships with artists like Hannah McFarland and Jessi Alexander, and eventually to opening for Meg Moroney. Tommy shares insights on his competitive nature from his baseball days, the emotional side of leaving home to pursue music, and the growth that comes with embracing Nashville’s collaborative and supportive environment. The conversation covers his songwriting process, building connections in the industry, developing his sound, and the importance of patience and persistence. With a clear vision and growing momentum, Tommy Acker is making his mark as one of country music’s most exciting new voices.

Follow on Social Media:

Tommy Acker: @Tommyacker

Matt Burrill (Host): @mattburrilll

Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround

Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy

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