An interview with Country Rock artist Josey Milner

I have a secret for you. When I was young, there was a time when I was really into country music thanks to the guy I was dating, and I still have a soft spot for country. What I love is that over the years, country has been given a fresh vibrant life as rock n roll seemed to find it’s way in. Today, there is a young country artist out there that definitely rocks the country music! That artist is the young and talented Josey Milner of Missouri.

Josey‘s debut single, Not Pretty Enough not only had the country world taking a serious look at her talent but it also help launch her anti-bullying campaign as a spokesperson for her Angles and Doves. Josey has recently released her new single, Cowgirls and it is definitely a crowd pleaser! We recently had the opportunity to interview Josey Milner and are pleased to present it to you here:

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Music Junkie Press: Thank you Josey for taking the time out to talk with us here at Music Junkie Press! Your music is not only filled with passion but you also inspire others.

How old were you when you first started performing?

Josey: I’ve been singing ever since I could talk. As far as performing with a band, I started when I was about 15 years old.

Music Junkie Press: Your song Cowgirls is really getting a lot of great attention. Can you tell me a little bit about that song?

Josey: This song is completely different from my song “Not Pretty Enough”. It’s fun, upbeat, and I can really relate to it. I worked with the same studio as I did with my last single and I had some pretty impressive musicians. The fiddle player has played for Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks and Reba, and the steel guitar player has played for Jason Aldean, Randy Travis and Tanya Tucker. This song was so much fun to record and the final product was amazing.

Music Junkie Press: You have played from club venues to festival/fair stages what was your favorite time performing and why?

Josey: My favorite performance was when I was able to open up for Scotty McCreery. It was so unbelievable and the crowd was great. I was able to walk out on a stage that went into the crowd and people were giving me high fives and wanting to touch my hands, like the stuff that you see at concerts. After the concert, I had several people taking pictures of me and signing autographs for them. They were even taking pictures of me if I was just standing there! It was truly amazing!

Music Junkie Press: That must have been so amazing! If I could peak into your Ipod, what artist or song might I be most surprised at finding in there?

Josey: You would find a little bit of everything. Country is my favorite to listen to, but I was raised on classic country and 80’s, such as Madonna to Pat Benetar. I’m also a big fan of P!nk and Katy Perry, along with Mumford and Sons and some dubstep. Like I said, a little bit of everything.

Music Junkie Press: That is awesome that you listen to everything. Your music definitely shows your versatility and I love that! What artist/musicians most inspired you to follow your path in music?

Josey: My musical influences range from Patsy Cline, to Miranda Lambert, to George Jones and Eric Church. There’s so many people who I respect from the music industry that it’s hard to pick one!

Music Junkie Press: If you could do a collaboration/duet with anyone who might you choose and what song?

Josey: I would definitely have to go with George Strait. He is the King of country music and he always will be. As far as the song, it would either be “Check Yes or No”, “The Chair”, “Carrying Your Love With Me”, or “I Cross My Heart”. Them are some of my all time favorite country songs.

Music Junkie Press: That would be amazing. George Strait has one of those voices that you can’t help but fall in love with. What are you working on next?

Josey: Right now, we’re narrowing down songs to put on an EP that we’re working on to be released this coming year. Along with that, promoting my new song “Cowgirls” and performing out with my band. Just continuing to build my career. :]

Music Junkie Press: We can’t wait for the EP! With the holidays right around the corner, how about some Holiday Questions; What is the oddest gift you have ever received?

Josey: The oddest gift I’ve received was a bag of cotton balls from my grandma. It was the first gift she gave me for Christmas one year and I was really confused, but the next gift I got was some make-up with make-up remover so it made since when put together.

Music Junkie Press: What is your favorite Holiday Food Item?

Josey: Desserts. Definitely. I’m a sweets girl, especially if it has chocolate or banana. I also love my Mammaw’s strawberry pie. I don’t know how I don’t have any cavities honestly . . . haha. :]

Music Junkie Press: What is your favorite Holiday family tradition that you still do today?

Josey: Every year, my mom and I make holiday candies around Christmas. We make a new candy every night starting 2 weeks before Christmas. Let’s just say by Christmas, we’re all sweet-ed out.

Music Junkie Press: That sounds like an awesome family tradition! Do you have a favorite holiday movie or song?

Josey: It tends to change every year. :]

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We thank Josey for talking with us and we look forward to more new music from her. For now, head over to her social media sites and stay up to date on her latest news. Also you can pick up her singles on Itunes here.

~ Marisol

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