Pick Pick Pass w / Kevin MaC, ​​Abram Dean, Wyatt Durrette

Picking and storytelling with Kavin MaC and Nashville’s premier songwriters!

Country crooner, multi-instrumentalist and winner of NBC’s The Voice, Craig Wayne Boyd, captured the hearts of America. CWB signed a publishing deal with EMI shortly upon arrival in Nashville. When he wasn’t putting pen to paper he was busy logging more than 1,000 shows in four years, stopping at any and every radio station he could and opening for acts like Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, Sara Evans and Brad Paisley.

Then it happened…after years of hoofing it all over the country he became an “overnight success”.
Craig’s remarkable journey on The Voice was marked by his powerful performances and authentic storytelling. His charismatic stage presence and emotional depth endeared him to a vast fan base across the nation. The unforgettable rendition of classics like “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Some Kind of Wonderful“ showcased his versatility as an artist. Blake Shelton and Craig Wayne Boyd rocked “Boots On” as millions watched and voted for their winner.

Days after his victory, Craig debuted at #1 on Billboard with “My Baby’s Got a Smile on Her Face” tying Garth Brooks for the honor! Beyond his musical achievements, Craig is known for his genuine humility and dedication to his craft. He has guest-hosted or appeared on Today In Nashville, Hallmark Channel’s Home and Family, The Ellen Show, Jimmy Fallon, Fox, Good Morning America, TODAY, TMZ, All Access Hollywood and more. . His most prized musical accomplishment is playing the Grand Ole Opry 25+ times.

Jake Hoot made the leap from local Tennessee singer/songwriter to mainstream country artist after being crowned the season 17 winner of the popular American talent competition The Voice. He entered the 17th season of The Voice in 2019 and in his audition impressed the judges, specifically Kelly Clarkson, with his rendition of Luke Combs’ “When It Rains It Pours.” After joining team Kelly, Hoot navigated his way to the finale, where he performed his own original song “Better Off Without You.” After taking home the top prize, Hoot released the song, which ultimately peaked at number 36 on the Billboard Country singles chart. He made his Grand Ole Opry debut on February 4, 2020.

Songwriter, artist and entrepreneur Kevin MaC jump-started his music career in 2014 with an L.A. publishing deal. Kevin has since honed his craft, and his performance skills, having since written with legendary Nashville hit-makers Keith Stegall and Buddy Cannon, Grammy award-winning songwriters Wyatt Durrette and Levi Lower and even with “young blood” tunesmiths who’ve penned hits for Zac Brown Band, Garth Brooks, George Strait, and Alan Jackson. Kevin has shared the stage with a variety of artists, including Kenny Chesney, Trace Adkins, Rascal Flatts, Kip Moore, and The Band Perry.

The ever-evolving MaC is the co-founder of Tik Pik (“the pick that sticks” as seen on Shark Tank) as well as Elsie Marshall Shotgun Granny Whiskey and hosts a bi-weekly songwriters round at Eric Church’s new venue, Chief’s On Broadway.

About Abram Dean

At the age of 15, Abram entered a local talent competition. With an acoustic guitar, he went on to perform a song he had written and ended up winning 1st place. Amidst the attention he received in his hometown, Abram knew he wanted to pursue music as a career.
His talents led him to Los Angeles where within six months he was sitting in front of one of the music industry’s top music publishers. “It was definitely a God thing.”, Abram says. He eventually landed his first cut with Andy Grammer on Andy’s 2014 Magazines or Novels album.

In 2015 Abram took a week-long writing trip to Nashville, TN. He quickly fell in love with Nashville, so much so, the decision was made that he’d be moving to Nashville within the month. Since moving, Abram has continued to garner attention with his strong sense of lyric and distinct melodies. His ability to write both pop and country music makes him one of the most versatile writers in town.
Dean’s recent songwriting credits include tracks from MaRynn Taylor’s debut EP Slow Dance in Headlights (2022), Greylan James’ Anything Cold (2022), Dylan Marlowe’s “Where I Come From Coming Out” (2021), Amanda Jordan’s Pretty Girl (2021), Avery Anna & Dylan Marlowe’s “I Will (When You Do)” (2024), Lainey Wilson’s “Devil Don’t Go There” (2024) and more.

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About Wyatt Durrette

Wyatt Durrette is an acclaimed singer/songwriter originally from Richmond, VA who now is based in the Charleston, SC area.
Best known for his work with Luke Combs and Zac Brown Band, Wyatt’s songs have garnered a record-setting collection of hits. Most recently, Combs’ song “Beautiful Crazy” co-written by Wyatt, won the CMA Song of the Year, has gone 4X PLATINUM and sat at #1 for seven weeks. Luke Combs’ next single “Even Though I’m Leaving” was also co-written by Wyatt and topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart at #1. Wyatt received the SESAC Song of the Year award for “Beautiful Crazy” in 2019 and for “Homegrown” in 2015.
In total, more than forty artist songwriting collaborations have led to 14 Number #1 Country Singles, over 2 billion digital streams, 24 million singles and 9 million albums sold.
Hot off the heels of a Grammy win for the Zac Brown Band as “Best New Artist,” the band made history as the first artist to achieve four #1 songs in a row from a debut album with songs co-written by Wyatt, including #1 platinum hits “Chicken Fried,” “Toes,” as well as “Whatever It Is,” and “Highway 20 Ride.” His songs have since helped secure 8 GRAMMY Awards and countless nominations.
Wyatt has been presented with the CMA Triple Play Award twice. Wyatt’s writing also led to GRAMMY and Academy Award nominations in 2010 for “Where the River Goes”, a song written for the motion Picture ​Footloose​.

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