Cole Chaney plays HISTORIC Ryman stage (w/ Charles Wesley Godwin!)
I’ve hung out with Kentucky songwriter Cole Chaney a couple times now. The first time, I drove up there to his grandparent’s house where he played some songs. We did some clay shooting, watched grandad mill a bunch of lumber, grandma cooked dinner and he generally just gave me a window into his life. From what i’ve learned, Cole is the real deal. Just a humble dude who plays great music, and I couldn’t be happier to see him playing the most esteemed stage in country music, The Ryman Auditorium. This recording was done in two back to back sold out nights on that mystical stage, and the audio is from night one.
He sings songs about normal life, down to earth wisdom and family ties. Nothing pretentious, just three chords, the truth and some damn good instrumentation. I think me and Cole will definitely meet again. He has the same manager as Lost Dog street band, Jesse. We also connect on our unironic love of butt rock from the early 2000s/late 90s. Bring that stuff back, for us!
You can find Cole’s tunes on Spotify at https://colechaneymusic.com/pages/music. You can find him on Instagram at @colechaneymusic.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
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@jenniferbrinkley2060
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Incredible song writer! Ella shredding the fiddle! 🔥
@gregfowler6368
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
He’s a good dude, looks like he’s doing fine! Cole we could use an acoustic performance up and the old Fowler bonfire spot???!!
@westxranchin
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
That double bass does the trick
@PhilipBowenMusic
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
what a legend
@jcarl8759
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
🔥
@svaught1
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Great song! Love Cole !!!
@buttrocksavant
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Early 2000s butt rock is literally my entire childhood. Cole Chaney is fucking fantastic as usual. 🤩🤘🔥
@huntergivens2442
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
I love Cole
@daveseremek4846
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
I was lucky enough to witness this performance and discover Cole while seeing CWG at the Ryman. Love the song writing. Excited to see Cole this week in my home city.
@kathybrown8804
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Beautifully done. Thank you so much. Charlie Gearheart is Proud of you guys. I'm a 30 year fan of Goose Creek Symphony and personal friend. You put the Biggest smile on my face and lifited my Soul. Play on ❤️😊
@josephbutler1370
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Gives off counting crows vibes to me.Good song
@thedavesmojo
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Great song, performance and video! Thank you
@spudelrudel2979
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Great performance!! Is the drummer changing shirts between cuts??:)
@Mulley232
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
https://youtu.be/KNsbb4_kT2s?feature=shared
@SirCoughsalot
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Does anyone else think the drummer looks like the brother from iCarly?
@kilo-watt
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Do it for Dale!
@kelvbundy
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Cole is amazing. Cant believe he's so young, his lyrics are like that of a man that's lived a long life and more. He's definitely on my play list.
@Therealboatboy
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Can we just appreciate a song that has a story and meaning? This is such a lost art
@jevanthompson9979
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Brilliant performance by an incredible bunch, amazing work! Great work by both the artists and the Gems team!
@TruthfulSessions
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
This is awesome
@crussell216
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
‘Mercy’ is an absolute classic. Cole Chaney is a brilliant song writer, guitarist, and performer. What I’d give to have been at this show. Thank for the video 👍.
@VayMatt
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
holy shit, this song was on repeat when I first heard it. really didnt' expect yall to do this with him
@joeybeann
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
ok
@tweekuncut41
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Cole Chaney is a hell of an artist and a hell of a nice guy. I've met him twice and he's the real deal. There's 1059 views as I type this comment, and I hope that it's 100k soon. Hope to catch another show soon. Keep on keeping on, brother!
@johnbruno1936
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Def 2 drummers hahaha thats crazy. My man kills it every time!!
@MrBobbystyles
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Seeing he has less than a thousand views with such an amazing performance makes me feel like so many of you need to give your hearts to Jesus
@christopherstout8116
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
For gods sake give this man the spotlight he deserves
@TheMatchsellers
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
wow the ryman awesome!
@md1trk
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Is the drummer's shirt red or blue?
@nennehi9808
January 7, 2026 at 12:53 am
Yes sir
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