Julia Golden Performs “Smoking Gun” | Exclusive Live Studio Performance

Rising country singer-songwriter Julia Golden delivers a heartfelt live performance of Smoking Gun on Heart of the Gulch's Walk the Line studio performance series.

Recorded live inside the Heart of the Gulch studio in Nashville, Tennessee, this exclusive performance showcases Julia's emotional vocals, authentic songwriting, and maturity well beyond her years. Smoking Gun highlights the honesty and vulnerability that continue to make Julia one of country music's most exciting emerging artists.

Before the performance, Julia joins host Tony Mendoza to discuss her debut EP Everywhere I've Been, sharing what it's like pursuing a music career at just 17 years old while balancing songwriting, performing, and school. She reflects on growing up around music, playing live shows from a young age, and developing a songwriting style rooted in personal experiences and genuine emotion.

Tony and Julia also explore the inspiration behind her debut project, the stories woven throughout each song, and how she continues to find her voice as both a songwriter and performer. The conversation offers an inside look at the dedication, passion, and perseverance required to build a career in country music at such a young age.

Following the interview, Julia steps into the studio for a moving performance of Smoking Gun, giving viewers an intimate look at one of Nashville's brightest young talents.

If you're a fan of female country artists, Nashville singer-songwriters, heartfelt country music, rising country stars, and exclusive live studio performances, this performance is one you won't want to miss.

About Tony Mendoza

Tony Mendoza is a Nashville-based media personality, host, executive producer, audio engineer, and digital storyteller. He is the creator and host of Heart of the Gulch, where he has interviewed hundreds of country music artists, entertainers, and industry leaders while covering major events including Country Radio Seminar and CMA Fest. His work focuses on authentic storytelling, artist development, live music production, and the evolving landscape of country music.

All video and audio for Heart of the Gulch's Studio Performance Series is produced, filmed, recorded, mixed, and engineered by Tony Mendoza using Avid Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Apple Logic Pro.