In 2017, I was deep in the touring world with All Them Witches when an unexpected opportunity came knocking. Billboard, in collaboration with Jack Daniels, was shooting a mini-documentary on the band, and they invited me to be a part of it. The whole thing felt surreal—one of those right place, right time moments you don’t turn down.

The shoot took us to the top of a mountain in Lynchburg, Tennessee—home of Jack Daniels whiskey—where we set up to capture a special performance. The setting alone was insane, but once the band started playing, the whole thing took on another level of magic. The raw, unfiltered energy of the location mixed with ATW’s sound in a way that just worked. There was no faking it—this was live music at its most real.

This project also carried some personal significance—it was only the second time I’d used my mobile recording setup, and it was a huge moment in proving to myself what was possible outside of traditional studio environments. Seeing how well the recording turned out reinforced the idea that great music can be captured anywhere, as long as you have the right tools and the right mindset.

Looking back, this experience wasn’t just about recording a live set—it was about pushing creative boundaries, proving that high-level production could happen in unconventional spaces, and soaking in the kind of moments that remind you why you do this in the first place. I’m proud of the music we made on that mountaintop, and even prouder of what it represented—a pivotal step forward in my career., to record a special performance. It was an unforgettable experience, and I believe the recording turned out exceptionally well.