Episode 274 - Kustom Entertainment CEO, Stan Ross & Charlie "Chopper" Anderson

In this episode of The Raised Rowdy Podcast, hosts Nick Tressler and Kurt Ozan sit down with Kustom Entertainment CEO Stan Ross and longtime Nashville musician Charlie "Chopper" Anderson for an inside look at the business behind live music, festivals, and fan experiences. Stan shares the story of launching Kustom Entertainment and Kustom Tickets, his vision for building a more transparent ticketing platform, and the future growth plans for the company's rapidly expanding festival portfolio. Chopper reflects on his decades-long career as a touring and session musician, including time spent performing alongside legends like Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, and Johnny Rodriguez. The conversation dives deep into the evolution of festival culture, the importance of creating memorable experiences for both artists and fans, and the challenges of operating large-scale events. Stan also discusses the 30-year legacy of Country Stampede, how Eric Church stepped in to save the festival after Luke Bryan's illness, and Kustom Entertainment's plans to expand into new markets and genres. From ticketing transparency and artist hospitality to camping culture and the future of live entertainment, this episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build unforgettable music experiences. Follow on Social Media: Stan Ross: @kustomentertainmentCharlie Anderson: @chopperandersonKustom Entertainment: @kustomentertainmentCountry Stampede: @countrystampedeNick Tressler (Nicky T): @raisedrowdynickKurt Ozan: @kurtozan251Raised Rowdy Podcast: @raisedrowdypodcastRaised Rowdy: @raisedrowdy