More Country Than You, Tracy Byrd & Traditional Roots | Alex Miller
Alex Miller is keeping traditional country music at the center of everything he does.
The Kentucky native joined Heart of the Gulch host Tony Mendoza during CRS 2026 in Nashville to talk about his upcoming album More Country Than You, collaborating with Tracy Byrd and Emily Ann Roberts, and the country roots that continue to shape his career.
At just 22 years old, the former American Idol contestant is building a career inspired by the artists and traditions he grew up loving.
Alex Miller discusses his upcoming album More Country Than You, traditional country music and the Kentucky roots behind his sound.
The More Country Than You Album
Alex's upcoming album More Country Than You arrives April 10 and gives fans another look at his commitment to traditional country music.
During our conversation, Alex breaks down the project, the creative process behind it and some of the songs that mean the most to him.
That includes “The Ones That Take Me Home,” which reveals a more personal side of Alex and the people and places that continue to keep him grounded.
Is Emily Ann Roberts More Country Than Alex?
The title track brings another traditional country artist into the mix: Emily Ann Roberts.
Alex talks about teaming up with Emily Ann for “More Country Than You” and even jokes that she might actually be more country than he is.
It's a pairing that makes sense for two young artists proudly embracing the traditional side of the genre.
Heart of the Gulch host Tony Mendoza interviews Alex Miller during CRS 2026 about his new album, collaborations and traditional country roots.
Working With Tracy Byrd
Alex also teamed up with country veteran Tracy Byrd for “The Byrd.”
Beyond recording together, Alex reflects on Tracy's work ethic, career and the lessons he's been able to take from spending time around an artist with decades of experience.
We also get into “Too Much Fun,” Alex's Kentucky upbringing and the country lifestyle that continues to influence his personality and music.
From American Idol to the Grand Ole Opry
Alex Miller talks about working with Tracy Byrd and Emily Ann Roberts while building his career around traditional country music.
Alex's journey has already taken him from Season 19 of American Idol to making his Grand Ole Opry debut, becoming a Kentucky Proud Ambassador and sharing stages with artists including Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan and Tracy Byrd.
But even as the stages get bigger, Alex's musical foundation isn't changing.
With More Country Than You, Alex Miller isn't chasing what's popular—he's doubling down on the traditional country music that got him here.
Watch Alex Miller on Heart of the Gulch
Watch the full Alex Miller interview from CRS 2026 as he joins Tony Mendoza to discuss More Country Than You, Emily Ann Roberts, Tracy Byrd, traditional country music and his journey from Kentucky to Nashville.
Tony Mendoza is the Nashville-based host and creator of Heart of the Gulch, featuring conversations with country artists, songwriters and personalities from Nashville and beyond.
