<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this engaging episode of Talk and Tunes, host Stacie welcomes Trey Calloway, a country music artist from North Carolina now living in Nashville. They discuss their hometown connections, Trey&#39;s new single “Make That Move”, musical influences, and the importance of collaboration in songwriting. Trey shares insights into his creative process and the significance of pursuing dreams in the music industry. The conversation wraps up with rapid-fire questions about holiday favorites, showcasing Trey&#39;s personality and love for the season.</p><p>Stay tuned for upcoming announcements on <strong>Trey&#39;s</strong> website here and social media:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/treycallowaymusic/"><strong>Facebook</strong></a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/treycallowaymusic/"><strong>Instagram</strong></a> | <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@treycallowaymusic"><strong>TikTok</strong></a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TreyCallowayMusic"><strong>YouTube</strong></a> | <a href="https://spoti.fi/3VUlgdO"><strong>Spotify</strong></a> | <a href="https://treycallowaymusic.com/"><strong>Website</strong></a></p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ol><li><p><em>Trey Calloway&#39;s new single blends country and funk elements.</em></p></li><li><p><em>The best song should win, regardless of the writer.</em></p></li><li><p><em>Collaboration is key in the music industry.</em></p></li><li><p><em>Trey&#39;s musical influences include Garth Brooks and Elvis Presley.</em></p></li><li><p><em>He emphasizes the importance of Christmas traditions and family.</em></p></li><li><p><em>Trey&#39;s songwriting process involves both personal and outside cuts.</em></p></li><li><p><em>He believes in shining a light on lesser-known songwriters.</em></p></li><li><p><em>Trey enjoys cooking and has a passion for holiday meals.</em></p></li><li><p><em>He expresses excitement for future music projects and performances.</em></p></li><li><p><em>Chasing dreams in the music industry requires hard work and dedication.</em></p></li></ol><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Hometown Connections and NASCAR Passion</p><p>04:54 Exploring New Music and Line Dancing</p><p>09:40 The Evolution of Country Music and Songwriting</p><p>14:21 Influences of Iconic Artists and Genres</p><p>17:44 Musical Influences and Inspirations</p><p>19:12 Creating &#39;Christmas with You&#39; - A Deeper Meaning</p><p>23:45 The Importance of Teamwork in Music</p><p>25:07 Rapid Fire Christmas Questions and Traditions</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Trey Calloway, country music, songwriting, Christmas music, musical influences, North Carolina, Nashville, new releases, music industry, artist collaboration</p><p><strong>*Disclaimer - I do not own any of the rights to the music used for this podcast; permission has been granted by the rightful owner(s) for Rt66countrymusic to use for this taping. </strong></p><p><br></p>