This week on Five String Holler, we sit down with Eastern Kentucky’s own Travis Fields — musician, songwriter, educator, podcast host, and all around good man. Travis has spent years shaping young minds in the classroom while absolutely melting faces on stage with a guitar in his hands.

We talk about growing up around music, becoming both a teacher and musician, guitars, songwriting, life lessons, and the stories behind his brand new album that just dropped. Whether you know him from the classroom, the stage, or somewhere in between, one thing’s for sure: Travis Fields leaves an impression wherever he goes.

Join us for a conversation full of music, laughs, inspiration, and a little bit of guitar nerd talk from one of the finest musicians this side of the mountains.

Teaching kids and melting faces… Travis Fields has mastered both.

Welcome to the very first episode of Five String Holler! To kick things off, I sat down with one of my biggest influences and a true standout in the banjo world, Brent Amburgey. Known for his work with Fastlane and the classic “Tina at the Teardrop Inn,” Brent has spent years shaping the sound of modern bluegrass with his driving style and unmistakable tone.

In this episode, we talk about his journey, the music, the stories behind the songs, and what it really takes to become the kind of player others look up to. More than that, Brent is just a good, honest man—and it shows in everything he does. If you love banjo, bluegrass, or just good conversation from the heart of Eastern Kentucky, this one’s for you.