In a world where mainstream country radio often plays the same 20 songs on repeat, a new station emerged to change the game. Backroads Country Radio was founded with a single, clear mission: to give independent, underground, and overlooked country artists the platform they deserve.

The idea came from Ryan, a lifelong country music fan, who was frustrated with the limitations of commercial radio. “There are so many talented artists out there who never get the time of day,” Ryan says. “I wanted to create a station that plays the music real country fans want to hear — raw, honest, and authentic.”

Backroads Country Radio officially launched in 2025, embracing a completely artist-submission-based model. By focusing solely on independent artists, the station bypasses the corporate gatekeepers that dominate mainstream country radio. The result? A constantly evolving playlist of outlaw country, Americana, red dirt, bluegrass, and storytelling songs that listeners can’t hear anywhere else.

From the very beginning, Backroads Country Radio has stayed true to its roots: warm, rustic, and welcoming. Every episode is curated with care, featuring a mix of high-energy tracks, heartfelt ballads, and the occasional hidden gem that listeners never knew they needed. Ryan personally produces and hosts the shows, ensuring that every track aligns with the station’s mission of authenticity and discovery.

The response has been overwhelmingly positive. Independent artists are eager to submit their work, and listeners appreciate a station that feels personal, genuine, and unafraid to break from the mainstream mold. More than just a radio station, Backroads Country Radio has become a community for country artists and fans alike.

As the station continues to grow, its founding principles remain the same: celebrate the music that big radio ignores, support independent artists, and give listeners a real, unfiltered country experience. For anyone looking for something beyond the charts, Backroads Country Radio is a place where the backroads of country music come to life.