Fabrizio Romano & Laverne
3 years ago
United States Cody Cannon is the lead vocalist and acoustic guitarist for the rock and country band Whiskey Myers, known for his authentic songwriting and powerful vocal performances.
Treaty Oak Distilling partnered with Whiskey Myers to release a collaboration product, Red Handed Bourbon, available online and at select retailers.
Cody Cannon, a founding member of Whiskey Myers, participated in an exclusive conversation with SI Rodeo about the band's latest album and their career journey.
Cody Cannon collaborated with Brent Cobb for a new version of the song “Power Man.”
Whiskey Myers' frontman Cody Cannon founded his own fishing lure company, Toad Thumpers, inspired by his passion for fishing and the outdoors.
Cody Cannon discussed his fishing lure business and passion for the sport with Chris and Trait Zaldain at the Bassmaster Classic.
Cody Cannon’s musical journey began in Palestine, Texas, where he was exposed to a blend of country, rock, and blues. He started learning guitar with John Jeffers, drawing inspiration from artists like Lynyrd Skynyrd, Waylon Jennings, and Hank Williams Jr. This collaboration evolved into the formation of Whiskey Myers, with Cody Tate later joining the group. The band’s early years saw them establish a local following on the Texas/Red Dirt scene, characterized by Cannon’s role as lead vocalist and primary songwriter. The addition of drummer Jeff Hogg and bassist Gary Brown solidified their lineup, enabling them to expand their reach through live performances.
Whiskey Myers saw its career advance with their debut album “Road of Life” in 2008. Their second album, “Firewater,” released in 2011, achieved charting success, reaching the Top 30 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, primarily due to the single “Ballad of a Southern Man.” The 2014 album “Early Morning Shakes” brought them broader recognition, earning critical praise and leading to touring opportunities with notable acts such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Hank Williams Jr., and Jamey Johnson. In 2018, the band gained significant exposure through the TV series “Yellowstone,” which featured their music and included an on-screen performance, significantly boosting their catalog’s performance on the iTunes country chart. Their fifth album, “Whiskey Myers,” released in 2019, further solidified their presence by debuting at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart.
Cannon and Whiskey Myers have maintained an organic approach to music creation, emphasizing authenticity. Before their self-titled fifth album, the band worked with GRAMMY-winner Dave Cobb. However, starting with the 2019 self-titled album, they took on self-production, allowing them greater creative control. This decision reflected their desire to produce music that genuinely represented their artistic vision. This approach, combined with Cannon’s songwriting, which often explores themes from personal experiences, has contributed to the band’s critical and commercial success, developing a dedicated fanbase and achieving milestones such as millions of streams and sold-out shows.
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