The Troubadour is one of my favorite venues in Los Angeles. I’d say its best frill is its intimate setting - one that puts you within loud talking, or soft shouting, distance from the artist on stage.

Out of the countless shows I’ve seen there, my most recent may go down as my most memorable; Enter: Ryan Hurd, specifically during - and following - the country singer’s single “To a T.” Not only did we get to witness it live at Ryan’s first sold out headlining show, but his hot other half, Maren Morris, made a special cameo which leads me to the “following” part.

Following the song, Ryan took a moment to share how appreciative and humbled he was for everyone coming out to support him. With a full heart noted it didn’t matter what color of skin you had, what your sexual preference was, none of that mattered, everyone was welcome. We were all there surrounded by family bound together by our shared love of music.

To a T.