E500 Zac Brown

May 7, 2024

Zac Brown, Grammy-winning musician and frontman of the Zac Brown Band, shares captivating stories from his life and career. He reminisces about growing up in Georgia, early band struggles, and a wild bar fight that shaped him. Zac also discusses his bond with the late Jimmy Buffett, experiences with plant medicine, and the intriguing reason why fans frequently take their shirts off at his concerts. With insights on embracing discomfort and personal growth, his journey is both humorous and deeply reflective.

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Panama City Hustle

Zac Brown's band, Far From Einstein, started by playing at a daiquiri shack in Panama City Beach.
They slept on a porch and showered at a motel before befriending an elderly couple who let them stay in their home.

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Business Model

After their Panama City stint, Zac Brown developed a business model playing at sports bars for the door money.
This allowed him to control his earnings and build a following, eventually leading to bigger gigs.

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Dixie Tavern Brawl

Zac Brown shared a story of a bar fight where he choked out a man who had insulted a bartender.
The man hit his head, seemingly unconscious, but then woke up, retrieved a gun, and was apprehended by police.

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