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00:00 - Joe Don plays "Life is a Highway"
04:29 - How "Life is a Highway" was recorded
22:41 - The story behind “Fast Cars and Freedom” 
32:17 - Joe Don plays “Fast Cars and Freedom”
37:03 - How Rascal Flatts was formed 
45:19 - Joe Don initial reaction to success 
49:29 - The story behind "Summer Nights" and Joe Don’s gear 
58:08 - Joe Don plays “Summer Nights”
01:04:44 - The evolution of Country Music 
01:10:57 - The day Dann Huff scolded Rascal Flatts 
01:14:15 - The story behind “What Hurts the Most” 
01:23:27 - Joe Don plays “What Hurts the Most”
01:27:04 - What it’s like Playing & Recording with Rascal Flatts 
01:38:20 - The story behind “My Wish”
01:39:50 - Joe Don plays “My Wish”
01:44:41 - The story behind “Banjo”
01:48:21 - Joe Don plays “Banjo”
01:53:30 - Working with Steve Lukather & James Tyler 
01:55:52 - Joe Don rediscovering his love music and guitar
02:03:55 - Thank you Joe Don Rooney!

@carlosalbertomunozgiron6089

one of the most underrated country & melodic bands of all times, sick of a interview man

@ColeHuddlestun

It was pure joy watching this. Love seeing the layers of JDR peeled back and to see his joy talking about his bandmates...inspiring. Watching Mason's pure joy during this just shows his authenticity and appreciation for music and artistry. These interviews are a gift to us all.

@shae482

Super underrated player and the reason i started playing Guitar. Always a pleasure hearing him live! Definitely hope to meet him someday!

@ramsonk

WHAAAAATTTTT THIS IS CRAZY!!!!! life is a highway on Cars is probably the first time i noticed the sound of an electric guitar as a child. Cars was my entire childhood and I'm so glad to see this video thanks vertex and mason‼️🛐🛐🛐

@TalThomas-ve8bn

Insanely good. Absolute shame these guys aren’t continuing. Massive respect for JDR and his approach and humbleness. Even for a non country fan, these are massive hits.

@bigdavedave9865

What a great interview.  I love the flatts and Joe Don seems such a cool guy.  I got goose bumps when he told the story of the harmonies ❤️🙏👌😎

@allenmitchell09

I guess I’m a rascal flats fan now lol. How could you not be after watching this incredible interview.

@robelinda

Incredible. On a human level this is beyond.

@ethanstewart2327

This guy changed my life in the early to mid 00's with the solo on What hurts the most. It was a literal game changer in my guitar playing and when I found out he played it on a Les Paul all bets were off. I'm still rippin a les paul in country bands.

@pilotmatt293

I’ve been waiting for this for 15 years.

@kodyoliva8183

Those 00s country acts that came outta Nashville were full of incredible musicians

@TheDryes

Wow….loving this. Such iconic parts that defines classic

@Charlies_Outdoors

Great interview and a fantastic individual. Seem’s very down to earth and humble, but extremely talented.

@MichaelVanceMusic

Joe has always been one of my favorite players. Tasteful and to the point. Always playing for the song ❤

@ntovar1994

I have to admit that I have never been a Rascal Flatts fan, but I also haven’t been a detractor.  However, after watching this interview how can anyone not be a fan of Joe Don Rooney?  Joe Don, you have such amazing talent and skill, but I wish you the most success with your continued sobriety and happiness. You are absolutely right, there are so many others with similar feelings.  Best of luck to you, your family, and fellow band mates.   I have someone new to cheer for.

@livclaire5997

Joe Don is such an inspiration. I saw Rascal Flatts in concert on their last tour, and it was amazing!

@BrendanRWolfe

I've been a fan of Rascal Flatts since the beginning and I've always loved Joe Don Rooney's playing

@BadBackZach

Watched the whole thing. This may be my favorite episode yet. Thank you for making these.

@travismcreynolds6422

Joe Don, you exist with the highest level of humility and gratitude I have ever seen, especially in a wildly successful and gifted person in the public spotlight. No wonder God has blessed you the way He has. Thank you for being the way you are. As a fan of Rascal Flatts from the beginning, I’ve always known who you were but had never met the man that you are. I watched this interview through with no breaks. And, I’m proud that you are a fellow Okie. Mason, thanks for what you do. What a positive force in this world you guys are.