Chief’s Outsiders Round Presents Country In Color: Skyelor Anderson & Ben Kadelecek w/ Guests Brei Carter, Daya Dorado, Travis McCready, Trae Taylor

Brei Carter

 In the heart of Monroe, Louisiana, amidst the nurturing embrace of the Deep South, Brei Carter was born into a world where faith, music, and love intertwine like the roots of ancient oaks. Raised on a rich diet of gospel hymns from the Lone Star Missionary Baptist Church, the soul-stirring melodies of Charley Pride and Loretta Lynn, and the powerful voice of Aretha Franklin, Brei’s life was been rooted in strong southern tradition and unwavering familial devotion. This foundation, layered with the sacred words of the Bible, became the bedrock of her journey.

But Brei’s path was anything but ordinary. With a relentless spirit, she pursued education with the same fervor she held for music, earning a Bachelor’s in Business from the University of Louisiana in Monroe, a Master’s in International Relations from Webster University, and a Doctorate in Theology from New Foundation Theological Seminary. Her service in the U.S. Army, both as an enlisted soldier and an officer, further shaped her resilience and dedication.

Upon setting her boots in Nashville, Brei Carter carved a niche for herself as an exquisite country soul singer-songwriter, blending the threads of country, soul, and southern pop into an electrifying tapestry of sound. Her debut single, “Gave Him A Girl,” captured hearts with its charm, earning praise for its catchy sincerity. Esteemed voices in the music world, including Music Row Magazine’s Robert K. Oermann and platforms like TBN-TV’s Huckabee, RFD-TV’s Market Day Report, The Bluegrass Situation and Billboard have all recognized her unique blend of storytelling and melody.

Brei’s journey through music is a testament to the power of dreams and the courage to chase them. Her first album, Brand New Country, not only paid homage to her roots with a beloved cover of Charley Pride’s “Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’,” but also narrated her indomitable spirit in “Stronger Than That.” The release of “Straight Up Country Crazy” in 2023 revealed the vibrancy and depth of her character, while her Twinkling Tales of Christmas EP brought warmth and joy to the holiday season.

Daya Dorado

Raised in Texas in a Mexican household, Daya Dorado’s take on Country music is a fusion of those two cultures. Her self-proclaimed “Tex-Mex Country” combines classic Texan Country music with Norteño Mexican rhythms to create a music of resistance and storytelling. Awarded the National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures (NALAC) Artist Grant in 2023, as well as Rissi Palmer’s Color Me Country Artist Grant in 2021, Daya has been able to push forward in her artistic journey to represent Latina women in Country music in a way that is genuine and true to who she is. Her influences include Linda Ronstadt, Joan Sebastian, Freddy Fender, Juan Gabriel, George Strait, Bee Gees, and Selena. Her songwriting, both in Spanish and English, reflects her trials in love and life, as well as stories of her community. Her signature accordion playing is symbolic of her Norteño Mexican roots.

Trae Taylor

Trae Tayulor is a Country music singer and songwriter from central Virginia. After serving in the United States Army Trae moved to Nashville to pursue a dream that has turned into a fulltime job. Having gone from jumping out of C-130’s to writing some of the catchiest Country music you could ever hear, Trae has become a fixture on Nashville’s writer’s round scene and also performs with a full band.

The Outsiders Round Hosts:

Skyelor Anderson

Born in Memphis, Skyelor Anderson has been making a name for himself in the Country scene, blending Soul, Gospel, and Country into a sound that’s all his own. A former X Factor contestant, he has opened for major acts like Jamey Johnson, Brothers Osborne, and Jon Pardi, proving he belongs on the biggest stages, holds a residency at Chief’s on Broadway and tours regularly with his band.

Ben Kadlecek

Ben is a Southern Rock/Alternative Country Artist from the Texas Hill Country town of Dripping Springs.  A piano player since the age of seven, Ben’s unique gift is the fact that he can command the stage behind both a keyboard and a guitar. He treats the craft of songwriting like a puzzle, trying to find the best way to make the pieces fit while weaving a meaningful story throughout the song. His first major cut as a songwriter is one he previously released on his own project “Brazos County Bound”.  Amen is the lead single from Nashville recording artist Jacob Bryant’s 2022 album “Barstool Preacher”.  Ben was busy in 2022 with singles “Ghosts” released in January and finding its way to BMI’s Texas Top Ten playlist and “Tell Me” landing on Spotify’s Fresh Finds Country playlist following in February. In August 2023, Ben relocated to Nashville, Tennessee fulltime.  Since moving he has been busy writing and recording new music.  A five song project released in March 2024 followed by a single “Hell Mary” in October. 2025 is already looking to be a breakout year for the young singer/songwriter.