Songwriters Round
Featuring Jukebox Winos, Kristen Budde, and Sundi Jo
About Jukebox Winos
Nashville Branson blended Jukebox Winos are no strangers to the stage with over 700 shows performed to date; including opening for national and regional favorite bands: Nicole Witt, The Honkytonk Renovators, The Mark Chapman Band, and Papa Green Shoes. Influenced by an impressive lineup of rock, country, and Americana icons like Tom Petty, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, CCR, Eagles, Stevie Nicks, Dolly Pardon, Miranda Lambert, Emmylou Harris, Chris Stapleton, John Prine, and so many more; their music is a vibrant tapestry of timeless classics that will have you singing along and dancing from the first note.
But the magic doesn't stop there! They also bring their own unique flavor to the stage with their original songs, showcasing their exceptional talent as both performers and songwriters. It's a night that promises to entertain and delight music lovers of all ages.
Greg McFaden, raised in Nashville, started on drums at the age of 8, and learned rhythm guitar in his 20's. He puts his many years of music experience, along with his audio engineering degree from Full Sail to work for Jukebox Winos.
Debbie Olson, raised in Branson, started singing 11 years ago. Her message is "It's never to late to follow your hearts desires + share God-given talents”. She's loved writing poetry from an early age; and in the last 8 years has focused on learning song-crafting. She really enjoys the co-writing process and has met so many talented writers along the way.
About Kristen Budde
Kristen Budde, Tennessee based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, crafts songs that are honest and thoughtful with lyrics that are woven together like a conversation with a close friend. With vocals and melodies that can be both powerful and gentle, Kristen’s music is a blend of Americana and folk and her voice has been described as bringing life and light into a room. Kristen has a passion for creating joy-filled connection through the power of music and wholeheartedly believes that music has the ability to heal us.
Budde made her musical debut in 2022 when she released her first single 'Come Sit Down at My Table' which was inspired by hospitality she was shown by dear friends and delves into our need to belong and be seen and heard. Her debut 6-song EP 'Begin Again' was released throughout 2023 and was a fulfillment a life long dream! The songs on Begin Again will take listeners on a journey through wrestling with fear, letting go and finding the courage to truly live. Kristen hopes these songs will inspire courage for listeners to take brave steps to build lives they love and will give hope that it's possible to begin again.
When Kristen’s not busy working on music, you can probably find her sipping coffee on her back porch or singing silly songs she made up for her family and pets!
You can connect with Kristen on social media at Kristen Budde Music and at www.kristenbuddemusic.com
About Sundi Jo
Sundi Jo is an Americana/Roots Gospel recording artist and songwriter from Branson, Missouri. Imagine a voice that sounds like a blend of Lucinda Williams, Iris Dement, Anne Wilson, and Zach Williams, and you’ll find Sundi Jo. She brings a soulful style to her music that makes her unforgettable. Her voice and ability to write songs from the heart drive her passion to keep making music.
What a night!
These songwriters took us on an emotional roller coaster, but mostly, we just felt so much joy!
Looking forward to the next time we are all together again!
