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We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) The hype around Nashville's most modern country artist Nick Smith is nothing short of bold. Respectfully earned, this innovative singer/songwriting leads with adrenaline-pumping, custom phrased, mainstream creativity. Nick Smith's big energy brings technique that stands out on the edge where genres collide. A true country boy bringing the world together with love and positivity through music.​Born Anthony Nicholas Smith, the Kent's Store, Virginia native was born the son of a tree cutting man. Early on knowledge of hard work, sales, and integrity were disciplined as a way of life. A successful entrepreneur, Nick's now on deck presenting his purpose in life with the slated New South music he's worked so hard to achieve.Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Leaning into his Appalachian roots, Campton, Kentucky-raised viral streamer Tyler Booth has always let the music lead in his career. Drawing inspiration from his rural upbringing and artists like Jamey Johnson, Waylon Jennings, and Merle Haggard, as well as some of the greats native to his area, like Keith Whitley, Sturgill Simpson, Chris Stapelton, and Tyler Childers, Booth's rootsy, back porch pickin' sound and warm baritone vocals has won favor with well over 1 million collective social fans, who all together have streamed his music over 100 million times.​Set to release his upcoming EP Downtown in June, Booth - who's taken the stage with acts like Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Brooks & Dunn, Dwight Yoakum, and Johnson himself - kicks off the project with classic country tune “Talkin' White Trash” - out April 4. “I wanted to bring it back a bit more grassroots. Bring it back a bit more to where I began. There's not a ton of production on this project - two songs are just me and a guitar. There's some bluegrass, there's mandolin, flat pickin'. I wanted to bring a bluegrass element, some blues, and a bit of rock.”Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Saddle Bronc athlete-turned neo-traditional country music sensation Chancey Williams, has gone from competing on horseback to performing on center stage. As one of only two artists (along with Chris LeDoux) to both compete in the rodeo and perform on the main stage at Cheyenne Frontier Days and the only singer/songwriter to be endorsed by CINCH®, Williams is the next authentic cowboy of country music. The northeastern Wyoming native has toured the nation, taking the stage ahead of headliners Toby Keith, Cody Johnson, Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley and Parker McCollum, performing at a sold-out Ryman Auditorium, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, as well as headlining at The National Finals Rodeo and multiple performances at the Grand Ole Opry. Keep up with Chancey here!Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Alex Miller, The 6' 6” singer/songwriter from rural Lancaster, Kentucky is a natural fan favorite whose career has moved at warp speed. In addition to touring heavily throughout 2021, this talented newcomer was honored as the Texas Roadhouse Artist of the Month (October) and performed a duet with Grand Ole Opry star Rhonda Vincent at the Lee Greenwood All-Star Salute concert (November). By the beginning of 2022, Alex had entertained at multiple State Fairs (Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Washington, Wisconsin), and opened for Hank, Jr, Josh Turner, Lee Brice, and Shenandoah. His star continued to rise, and even more bookings rolled in with Miller opening for Brooks & Dunn, Jamey Johnson, King Calaway, and Aaron Watson in 2022. Additionally, he shared the stage with Diamond Rio and Sawyer Brown and debuted at the popular Wild Rose Casinos in Iowa.  By the end of 2023, Alex had appeared on bills with: Chris Janson, Chapel Hart, Drake Milligan, Noah Thompson, Dillon Carmichael, HunterGirl, Emily Ann Roberts and Tracy Byrd. Miller performed at State Fairs in Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Oklahoma, and West Virginia, plus County Fairs in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. Alex also partnered with CMR Nashville, Europe's #1 Country Music Radio Station, to host a curated monthly radio show called MILLER TIME - a fun, inside look at Miller's inventive mind. Closing out a spectacular year, he received the American FFA Degree for excellence, the organization's highest accolade.  Timmy McKeever, growing up in Huntingon, California McKeever started his musical journey at age nine after hearing his third grade teacher play worship songs after class. That intrigued young Timmy so much that he picked up a beginner guitar they had lying around the house and started playing around. From there it blossomed into writing music and playing shows. “My whole childhood I would play 2-3 shows during the weekend and go to school during the week. Write music after class. I just fell in love with it” he shares. McKeever got offered a development deal with Jim Cantino over at Droptine Records. McKeever just released his debut album “Devils and Angels”, and it's been getting good feedback. “Devils in Angels is an album that follows all the aspects of love from the beginning to the end and the aftermath. All the highs and lows and in betweens. It's very personal to me because the title track was the first song I ever wrote where I thought this is something really special to me.” He adds that he saved the song for the past two years because he wanted it as the title track of his debut project. Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Critically acclaimed singer songwriter and rising Country music star, Adam Doleac, is taking the Nashville scene by storm with his unique signature sound. Born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Doleac initially chased his big-league dreams with a baseball scholarship to the University of Southern Mississippi, but soon realized his true calling was creating music. Self-taught on multiple instruments, Doleac became proficient in guitar, drums, and piano and soon decided to leave the sports world behind to pursue a music career. After a self-written song posted on YouTube propelled him to viral success and helped him secure a publishing deal, Doleac made the move to Nashville and spent several years penning lyrics for notable names including Kane Brown, Lainey Wilson, Dan + Shay, Nate Smith, Gabby Barrett, Darius Rucker, Hootie & the Blowfish, and more. In 2017, his self-titled debut EP produced GOLD-certified song “Famous” and was followed by his debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland, released in 2022.  Doleac's most recent album, about: TIME, was released in 2024 and takes the listener through some of his milestone moments in life with the universal message that time is love, and how we spend it is a reflection of who (or what) means the most to us. Now, Doleac has hit the ground running in 2025 with “Bye Heart,” “Dream House,” and new single “Bar Named Jesus” featuring global Country superstar Thomas Rhett. Written by Doleac along with Josh Jenkins and Chris LaCorte, the powerful track explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and finding solace in faith while discovering a sense of belonging in a place of spiritual refuge - represented as "a bar named Jesus." With north of half a billion on-demand audio and video streams to date, Doleac's soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics have won over a legion of fans and audiences across the globe. With the release of “Bar Named Jesus,” the critically acclaimed Country troubadour is poised to continue the momentum toward an undoubtedly monumental year. Doleac is currently gearing up to release more new music, and fans can expect to catch Doleac on the road as he continues to solidify his place as a leading voice in Country music. Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) CRS 2025 with Charly Reynolds & The Swon Brothers! Charly Reynolds is a rising star in country music, captivating audiences with her authentic storytelling and vibrant sound. At just 25 years old, the Florida native has quickly established herself as a formidable singer- songwriter, with her debut album Off The Record showcasing a blend of Nashville twang and Texas dance hall charm. Released on September 20, 2024, the album features four compelling singles: “Love You Long,” "Somebody In Love,” “People Think,” and “Visiting Hours,” each offering a glimpse into Charly's relatable experiences and heartfelt lyrics. Stay connected with her here!Known for their seamlessly smooth, tight-knit sibling harmonies, The Swon Brothers were thrilling audiences long before their appearance as finalists on NBC's The Voice. Honored with the “Rising Star” award by the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and inducted into the “Rhythm and Routes Oklahoma Music Trail,” the Muskogee, OK natives have been charming fans with their fun-loving personalities since childhood. Since releasing their major label hit, “Later On,” the brothers have written and produced their own music independently and also contributed to superstar Blake Shelton's album BODY LANGUAGE, co-writing the title track and appearing as featured performers on the song. During their career the brothers have garnered industry honors and nominations with nods from The Country Music Association, The Academy of Country Music and The CMT Music Awards. Stay connected with the guys here!Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) We're at CRS 25' with Lucas Hoge & Darryl Worley! Find out more about each artist below! With equal ease and finesse, No. 1 Billboard-charting artist Lucas Hoge can craft a song, cast a line, or call in a turkey in front of a film crew - all while holding an audience's attention on stage when performing. As a warm, engaging television host on hit Sportsman Channel, Heartland Network, and American Country Network show Hoge Wild, Hoge finds himself in over 155 million households annually, taking viewers across the globe as he travels to places like New Zealand, Bolivia, South Africa, and unchartered territory in North America. With a guitar in one hand and a bow in the other, Hoge treks the world to amplify his passion for the outdoors and change the narrative around conservation with each weekly Hoge Wild episode. Season 5 began airing in June 2024 and, in the first four months, has already seen over 10 million minutes viewed. Stay connected with Lucas here. The rich, reedy tones and all-American, blue-collar themes in his #1 hits “I Miss My Friend,” “Awful, Beautiful Life” and “Have You Forgotten?” are reminders of the down-to-Earth, Haggard-like Darryl Worley you always knew. The island vibes and blue-eyed soul in new songs “It's Good To Be Me,” “Lay It On Me” and “Lonely Alone” suggest there's another, almost-funky, version of Worley that's been kept under wraps. The alternate sides are both on display in Second Wind: Latest and Greatest, a project that mixes the traditional-country history he established in Nashville with the ragged soul that's deep in the bones of Muscle Shoals, a musical Alabama hotbed where Worley got his start. The area hosted hit sessions for Aretha Franklin, Bob Seger, Wilson Pickett and The Rolling Stones, and the sweaty swagger of the region's recording studios was a perfect fit for Worley as he recorded an album that re-establishes him in country culture. Stay connected with Darryl here. Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) When country music lovers talk about the greatest groups in the genre, Shenandoah is always at the forefront of any discussion. Fueled by Marty Raybon's distinctive vocals and the band's skilled musicianship, Shenandoah became well known for delivering such hits as “Two Dozen Roses”, “Church on Cumberland Road” and “Next to You, Next to Me” as well as such achingly beautiful classics as “I Want to be Loved Like That” and the Grammy winning “Somewhere in the Vicinity of the Heart” duet with Alison Krauss. Today that legacy continues as original members Raybon and Mike McGuire reunite to launch a new chapter in Shenandoah's storied career. It all began when the guys got back together to perform a benefit  concert for  a  friend battling  cancer.  “We saw how folks reacted,” Raybon says of the response to their reunion. “And then Jerry Phillips, son of legendary Sun Records producer Sam Phillips, said ‘You guys need to make a run at this. People   still love what you do. You can tell by the reaction. There's a lot of excitement in the air.'”The Oak Ridge Boys have sold over 41 million units worldwide and are synonymouswith “America, apple pie, baseball, and country music.” In addition to their awards and accolades in the country music field, the Oaks have garnered five GRAMMY® Awards, nine GMA DOVE Awards, and two American Music Awards. The group—Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban—was inducted into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame (2015 Inductees) and the Grand Ole Opry (since 2011)—and is known worldwide as one of recording history's most extraordinary musical successes.  For more information on The Oak Ridge Boys and their 2025 tour, please visit oakridgeboys.comSupport the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Our end of the year episode where we flip the role and our host, Lynzee, answers all your questions you send in! Listen in to hear the answers to your questions as we wrap up an incredible year here at Back Porch Sippin!End of episode featured song: Call Me First - Tyler Braden written by Braden, Cole Miracle, Jon Robert Hall, Sam Martinez, and Zack Dyer  Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Hailing from Kenansville, NC, Wesko has quietly emerged as a country maverick with a knack for “real cowboy tunes,” as he calls ‘em. Inspired by everyone from Neil Young and Eric Church to My Chemical Romance and Green Day, he has architected a raw and real style of his own. No stranger to hard work, he has impressively balanced a full schedule at University of Mount Olive with an intense full-time job as a foreman for an erosion control company—all the while gaining traction on songs such as “Burning House” and “No Surprise.” He also notably attracted an audience one fan-at-a-time, gaining traction locally and magnifying his imprint on social media. Inking a deal with underscore works recordings / Warner Records in 2024, Wesko holds nothing back on his debut Lost Boys EP and more to come.Donate HERE to help the folks in Western North Carolina!Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) After an explosive arrival and a series of grassroots hits, Hudson Westbrook is now taking his place among a new generation of country singer-songwriters. Self-taught and proudly rough-around-the-edges, the rising star made his splash debut with “Take It Slow” in 2024 (while still enrolled at Texas Tech) and is now pushing ahead, revitalizing the organic country-rock of the Red Dirt revolution – but refusing to be held down by his roots. Hailing from the small town of Stephenville, Texas, and raised on everything from George Strait to gangsta rap, he began playing guitar in 2020 and wrote his first song after enrolling in college in 2023. "Take It Slow” was one of the first songs Westbrook ever wrote and its edgy vocal charm and warm country-rock buzz made it a bonafide hit. Westbrook followed with the windows-down anthem “Two Way Drive” and the propulsive new single, “5 to 9” – a showcase of the young star's song-crafting growth, on top of his innate skill. “5 to 9” was joined by the narrative stunner “Johnny Walker” and followed by “Dopamine,” which brings out the essence of youthful love and connection juxtaposed with the typical college lifestyle. Hudson's latest single, "House Again," his take on a heartbreak anthem. Intent on taking the Texas country spirit far beyond the state line, non-stop travel to meet concert demand includes headlining dates and a tour supporting honky-tonk hitmakers Midland in late 2024, with more new music and shows on the way.Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Ryan Kinder brings a wealth of life experience to his debut album, Room to Dream. He launched his performing career as a teenager in the clubs around his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, and his music has since carried him to Nashville and a tour with two of his musical heroes. Kinder has accrued more than 100 million streams by steadily building a fan base through electrifying live shows, exceptional musicianship, and a sound he describes as “riff-roaring rock with a side of sweet Southern soul.” The dream awakened in him during a family vacation in Destin, Florida, when he was roused from a backseat nap by his mom's John Mayer CD. “As a kid, so many things can catch your interest, and they're fleeting, but this enraptured me. I was locked into these lyrics,” he remembers. “I took the record from her and listened to it and listened to it. There was a guitar class at my middle school and I switched classes to take it as an extracurricular activity, because I needed to know how to do this. I thought maybe I could learn a couple songs of this new artist I found, and it ended up just taking over my life.”Support the show

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :)  Chris Bandi is a firm believer in music's power to unify others. He has a multifaceted voice that immediately resonates with any soul listening. And his music gives a natural sense of roots for those who need it most because he is among the few artists making music in Nashville today to have lived in three of America's most musically sacred places. Bandi is proud to follow in the lineage of legendary musicians from his native St. Louis. He was raised on his father's taste in obscure rock with a heavy dose of his mother's affinity for '90s country music. He remembers CDs being on the grocery list as a child and browsing the aisles of the city's many great record shops. The soundtrack riding with friends to high school football practice was a mix of Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw and fellow St. Louisan, Nelly. However, performance became life after attending his first concert where he saw Garth Brooks fly over the audience in a harness at St. Louis' Enterprise Center. In high school, he started his first band, a rock outfit that played throughout the city, including the iconic Duck Room at Chuck Berry's Blueberry Hill. He continued music in college at the University of Mississippi at Oxford by playing in a cover band with an alternative ambition to mostly get into bars and drink for free. It was his time in Mississippi that enriched a deeper dive into country music. The songs of early Luke Bryan and Eric Church spoke to the life he was living at the time. He honed his craft relentlessly playing the same small clubs that built Bryan and Church's loyal followings in college towns within a reasonable driving distance of Oxford Six days after receiving his degree in marketing and communications in 2013, he moved to Nashville to become a professional musician. He arrived with 100 original songs, and his first place was a friend's closet, where he slept on an air mattress. In his first few years in Music City, he got by on the money he made going back to play gigs in Oxford and St. Louis on the weekends. During the week, he treated Nashville writers' rounds and open mic nights as if they were their own tour, and he played constantly. Within two years of his arrival in town, he reconnected with booking agent Brendan Rich, a college friend he knew through music at Ole Miss, and wrote a song with hit-makers Jason Massey and Jason Duke that would change everything for him.Chrisbandi.com Support the Show.

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Britnee's love of country music started at just six years old, when she attended a  Johnny Cash & June Carter-Cash concert. Smitten from the first note, Britnee knew  that she had found her chosen career. Every day since then has brought her one step  closer to her dream. Today, you'll find Britnee sharing the stage with the likes of Blake Shelton, Lee  Brice, Kane Brown and Jon Pardi. You may have also seen her on Season 11 and  Season 12 of American Idol. She has recently been focusing on building her online  presence to reach a seemingly untouched market, and has had several songs go viral,  with two debuting on the country and all genre charts after release. “Back of My  Mind,” has over 19 million TikTok impressions, and debuted at number 4 on the  iTunes charts. “Hey Mama” currently has over 18 million TikTok impressions and  debuted at #3 on the iTunes Charts. “Back of my mind” has over 10 million  combined streams, and “Hey Mama” has brought in 9 million.This year, Britnee will be releasing a 12 song full length album that will showcase  her personal story through her songs and her rich vocals. Her goal is to create a  sound that people can relate to and to help them know they're not alone in what  they're going through. She brings a party to the stage and inspires others to pursue  their dreams. She is a driven, passionate artist with a deep love for her craft.Support the Show.

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) With a style that's defined by melodic grit and a craftsman's approach to songwriting, John Morgan brings a blue-collar toughness to country that's pulled straight from the only life he knows. Hailing from a tiny town called Sylva, deep in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, John grew up immersed in bluegrass tradition and even toured the festival circuit each summer in a family band, before diving into songwriting, inspired by six-string legends from Tony Rice to John Mayer. More than a year after selling everything he had to follow his dream, an only-in-Nashville story involving Uber drivers and impressive demos led to a writing session with Kurt Allison and Tully Kennedy — two incredible songwriters and longtime bandmates of Country superstar Jason Aldean. That session led to the superstar cutting numerous songs written by John, including #1 hit singles “Trouble With A Heartbreak” and the GRAMMY® nominated, ACM Single of the Year “If I Didn't Love You” with Carrie Underwood. Signed to Aldean's Night Train Records, his imprint with BBR Music Group, the sought-after, naturally gifted songwriter who has written for Jon Pardi, Dustin Lynch, Thomas Rhett and more and toured with Aldean, ERNEST, Riley Green and Jameson Rodgers – now continues to cross off bucket-list items. Having made his Grand Ole Opry debut, released an anthemic debut EP Remember Us?, John's barn-burner, fan-favorite track “Friends Like That (feat. Jason Aldean)” is available now! Support the Show.

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Tommy Acker is a name you wanna remember! He recently released his first single, "How Not To" and shares all the details behind the song and what got him into writing songs in the first place. Join us this week to learn a little more about up and coming artist, Tommy Acker! Support the Show.

We wanna hear from you! Send us a message here :) Jake Rose is a singer songwriter from a pumpkin farm north of Minneapolis and former frontman of Atlantic Records rock band “New Medicine”.  In Jake's early years when he wasn't baling hay and building fences, he could be found side stage at his Dad's country band shows, “Stampede”.  While Jake toured the world with “New Medicine”, he soon realized the nature of his storytelling was a fit in the country genre.  Jake has written songs for FGL, Keith Urban, Colt Ford and Kid Rock.  His first single “Sleeves” debuted on CMT and The Highway and has over 4 million streams across digital platforms.  Jake's new EP – “Tractor Town” is a compilation of songs that represent Jake's roots and takes the listener to the heart of what it's like to grow up in a tight knit farming community.   The Tractor Town EP co-produced with Grammy award winner Nathan Chapman (Taylor Swift, Keith Urban) and Kevin Kadish (“All About That Bass” creator) is available now.  Jake is also a proud supporter of the Alzheimer's Foundation.Support the Show.

We're talking pre show rituals, his day to day life as a songwriter, and all about the new music he's been working on! Support the Show.

A Douglas, Georgia native, Chambers attended college at Georgia Southern University, and made a decision on a whim to move to Wyoming and work as a ranch hand. During that time he began focusing on music and songwriting, and later booked a one-way ticket to Nashville to pursue his dreams.Over the last four years, he has written over 400 songs and performed over 100 shows around the U.S. Chambers has co-written with Adam Sanders, Bryce Mauldin, Noah Hicks and Muscadine Bloodline and has independently released a number of singles, including “Kiss Me Like That,” “I Saw Your Car,” “Work Hard Pray Harder” and “See That Summer.”Support the show

Music was always a love for Cody but wouldn't be the passion until well after high school. Cody attended the United States Naval Academy where injuries would bring him to a different part of his life, Pipelining.  Working consistently and constantly running the roads brought new light to the small-town kid, which would lead him to picking up a guitar around the campgrounds and start finding the love to sing around his fellow blue-collar workers. In the Spring of 2019, Cody stopped off to eat with some friends on the way to another pipeline job. Their waiter stopped Cody from ordering with a very common phrase to him, “you don't sound how you look.”  One friend would reply, “you think that's weird, you ought to hear him sing.”  One thing led to another, a guitar was broke out, and Cody was asked to come back and start singing bar gigs.  He found a deep love for writing music soon after and recorded his first single, Half Whiskey, Half Lonely at Rosewood Studios, which dropped September 2019. Cody would release his first EP, Memory and a Dirt Road in January of 2020 which has garnished millions of streams followed by his hit singles Ice Cold Therapy, Armed and Dangerous, and The Truth in the summer of 2020.  In October 2021, Cody would drop his self-titled EP which has helped him put together a strenuous touring schedule. Starting a music career is not easy and it sure isn't easy to start one during a pandemic, but Cody and his team have been able to put out the music they want to put out, the way they want to, and find success doing so.  At the end of the day, Cody just wants to continue to run and prove that dreams are fueled by hard work and drive. Support the show

From the green room of Hop Springs Beer Park in Murfreesboro, Tennessee - we're joined by the insanely talented Josh Ward and Braxton Keith! From rodeos to the oil fields, to stages everywhere; Josh shares his journey to country music and some of the struggles he faced after his horse riding accident a few years ago. Braxton teases some new music and shares what it's been like to be on the road. Support the show

Lynzee dives into interviews with Marty Raybon & Mike McGuire of Shenandoah, Runaway June, Brett Kissel, and up and comer Queeva during the Country Radio Seminar in downtown Nashville Tennessee. Support the show

It Has Been Said By Many That Ash Taylor Is The Most Hardworking, Down To Earth Girl You Will Ever Meet. Growing Up In Her Hometown Of Bakersfield, California She Was Heavily Influenced By Artists Like Buck Owens, Loretta Lynn, Brandy Clark, And Gretchen Wilson. After Her Growing Interest In The Music Industry Led To A Friendship With Hit Songwriter Clay Mills (“Don't Think I Don't Think About It” By Darius Rucker), She Made A Difficult And Life-Changing Decision To Sell Everything She Owned, Jump On A Plane, And Move Across The Country To Nashville, Tennessee To Pursue Her Dreams.From Sleeping On Couches And Even In Her Car To Long Nights Playing In The Honky Tonks Of Nashville's Lower Broadway Or Touring The Country Playing Bars She Began To Craft Her Career One Stage And One Fan At A Time. Since The Beginning Of This Journey She Has Been Working Consistently In The Writing Rooms On Music Row. As A Result She Has Had Songs Recorded By Multiple Artists Including A&E TV Star & Average Joe's Recording Artist Big Smo, Warner Chapel Recording Artist Ryan Larkins, Country Artist Noah Smith, Guitar Legend Johnny Hiland & More.Support the show

Caleb, a country music singer/songwriter, has been performing and writing music since he was 8. He was inspired by his guitar playing granddaddy Billy Ray McBroom of the Muscle Shoals music scene. Currently Caleb is focusing on performing at live shows, recording and writing and in Nashville. Caleb has received praise from Ward Guenther, Paul Anka, Los Lonely Boy drummer Ringo Garza, and senior producers of American Idol. The 22-year-old from Hazel Green, Alabama surprises his audience with vocal maturity and original songs. Soulful lyrics and personal experiences provoke listeners to ask for more from this young writer. He can deliver sexy, engaging ballads and Southern rock songs of his own that bring down the house Support the show

 Born in Kentucky and raised in Wake Forest, NC, Blake Wood draws from personal experiences to shape the songs he writes and sings. A true reflection of everything small town and middle-America with songs such as ‘Know You By Your Truck' which tells the literal story of knowing who's around town on any given night just by which pickup trucks you spot. If you attended a house party or bonfire around Wake Forest a few years ago, there's a good chance you might have seen Blake pulling out the guitar to entertain his friends. He started playing when he was 14 or 15 and doesn't go anywhere without it now. He drew inspiration for performing music from his idols in the 80's and 90's country genre. A traditionalist at heart, Blake perfectly combines the sound of today and the storytelling and emotion of yesterday in his songs. Music wasn't an accident for Blake, it's part of his DNA. He has been around it since he was young. Born into a highly musical family that includes 3 older brothers, his mom Lori, and dad Steven, Blake cut his teeth writing, singing, and recording; long before Nashville would notice. Blake graduated high school and followed pace with most of the other kids his age by enrolling in college at Wake Tech for business marketing. It took exactly 1 class for Blake to realize that wasn't the future for him. Part of that draw came from visiting his older brother Jon who had already moved from North Carolina to Nashville to write and record music. Seeing Jon's path and learning how Nashville could expand the music opportunities for himself, Blake followed his heart and moved. As a songwriter, Blake writes what he lives. Some writers and singers must pretend to know about certain lifestyles to pull them off well. Blake can draw on what he knows from experience like tearing up backroads and off-roading, wetting a line fishing for large mouth bass, and driving old trucks. Blake still drives his 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 with almost 300,000 miles on it. Following your heart and your passion may not be the quick path, but it's the right path. The people in Nashville have noticed Blake; he signed his first publishing deal as a songwriter in early 2023. That was followed quickly by his first record deal. He's signed to the new Deluge Records Nashville (DRN). Support the show

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With newfound determination and a clear sense of purpose, Emmet embarked on a transformative journey towards a healthier and happier life, one that synergistically fortified his musical pursuits. The trajectory of his journey eventually led him to the threshold of country music stardom.Today, Emmet Stevens Jr. stands as a beacon of musical inspiration and unwavering faith, captivating audiences within the sanctuary of a church or the spotlight of a stage. His melodious voice and skillful guitar strumming have the power to evoke emotions and inspire all who have the privilege of listening. His remarkable journey exemplifies the potency of adhering to one's passions, embracing one's authentic identity, and deriving strength from the seamless blend of music and faith.Emmet's latest milestone is marked by his remarkable debut in the country music industry with the release of his highly anticipated single, "Dunn With You." The culmination of years of dedication, practice, and self-discovery, Emmet's journey to this pivotal juncture has been one marked by unwavering determination, local fame, and a fervent desire to touch lives through his sincere and resonant music. Hailing from a humble small town, Emmet's odyssey began with humble local performances at bars when he was merely 20 years old. His musical prowess swiftly garnered attention, leading to a sphere of "small-town fame" and invitations to perform at exclusive private functions and events. As his reputation surged, he found himself sharing stages with revered artists, thereby solidifying his place within the tapestry of the music industry.Support the show

South-Eastern Kentucky native, Zac Hart, is an artist whose inevitable rise is already attracting the eyes and ears of country fans and beyond. A southern boy with a natural pop-sensibility, and a seasoned performer with an electrifying cadence, Zac pays homage to the mainstay country format without compromising his own vision and brand. Residing in Nashville, Zac has been generating buzz working with top writers, producers, and musicians. Growing into a festival favorite and opening for touring artists such as Lee Brice, Travis Tritt, John Michael Montgomery, and more, Zac has also graced some of country music's most prestigious stages, including the Midnite Jamboree at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, featured stages at CMA Fest, and Katie Couric's TV Show in New York City for the airing of a special CMA Awards episode.  Since its release, Zac's debut Nashville project has been featured in some of Spotify's top country editorials, including Wild Country, Fresh Finds, New Music Nashville, Next From Nashville, Young Nashville, and more! Zac's single, “No One,” has surpassed nearly a half-million streams on Spotify alone, reaching nearly a million across platforms. His singles have landed on CMT, ACM New Music Friday, E! News, Country Central, and in the #1 spot on Spotify's Fresh Finds and Fresh Finds: Country.  Zac's vocals pair the inflection and classic country delivery reminiscent of Vince Gill with the supercharged and edgy stage presence characteristic of Keith Urban to achieve a bright new fusion that celebrates the genre's traditions while pushing toward new horizons.Support the show

A Georgia native, Rager was discovered as a teenager by country artist Justin Moore after uploading videos of himself singing classic cover songs to YouTube. Soon after, he was opening an arena tour for Moore. Rager went on to sign with Broken Bow Records and record a song with Jason Aldean that climbed to the Top 40 of the Country Airplay chart. Rager recently released the singles “One Of The Good Ones” and “Georgia Boy.” Jordan shares his story of getting started singing, moving to Nashville, and he teases the new music he's been working on. Listen to the full interview and stay connected with Jordan on Instagram! Support the show

A true entertainer at heart, Tyler Reese tritt has always imagined herself growing up to sing professionally. She first got that chance in 2012 recording the classic Don henley and patty smyth duet, “sometimes love just ain't enough”, with her father, travis tritt at 14-years-old. Since that pivotal moment, tyler has played for thousands of venues and festivals across the country while opening for a variety of acts, such as sheryl crow, travis tritt, and runaway june, and played her own first sold out show at the roasting room in bluffton, south carolina. still residing in her hometown of power springs, ga, tyler spends her free time with her family and friends and taking part in outdoor activities, such as horseback riding, swimming, and more. throughout her journey as an artist, she credits her family for being extremely supportive. with her mom as her biggest fan, her dad as her teacher, and her brothers by her side, she has been able to continue to freely pursue her career. Support the show

What leads to a powerful career in country music is not solely pure talent, that of which Red Street Records' artist Ryan Griffin has a plethora, but also an honest voice and a fearless attitude. Growing up on a farm, learning unparalleled lessons of hard work, Ryan simultaneously developed his passion for country music. At the young age of seventeen, he brought his unwavering determination to Nashville and hit the ground running. From co-writing Kelsea Ballerini's #1 hit song “Dibs” to opening for major acts like Lady A and Old Dominion, Griffin has paved the way for his own musical story. With millions of streams under his belt, Ryan has garnered critical attention as one of Rolling Stone's 10 New Country Artists You Need to Know and has been highlighted on Ones to Watch lists by AOL, AXS, Country Fancast, NY Country Swag, PopDust, and Thought Catalog. As Red Street Country's flagship artist, Ryan's single “Salt, Lime & Tequila” saw great success, leading the way for new music to be released in Spring 2023. Support the show

After seeing his mother suffer from Alzheimer's, Allen wrote “Blank Stares”.  A video of him performing the song with his mother on stage in Iowa went viral causing Jay to become known around the world. His mother has since passed, but Jay continues to tour internationally as an advocate for the Alzheimer's Association, and the song has gone on to raise over $100 million dollars to help fight the disease.Jay has been featured on NBC's The Voice, ABC World News, PeopleTV, Pickler & Ben, and in People & Forbes Magazine, among others. He was selected as The Highway Find on Sirius XM with his song “Sounds Good To Me”, won the 2022 Country Now Awards as Favorite Competition Contestant, and was recognized as one of Music Mayhem Magazine's 2023 Artists to Watch.Celebrated for his philanthropic work, Allen was presented The Caregiver Award by The National Alzheimer's Association, was personally invited to The White House by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, and made history by performing the first ever concert in the U.S. Capitol Building.Support the show

Dubbed “one of the most exciting new voices” (CelebMix), country artist Tyra Madison. She has worked with hit producers such as Brad Hill and Dave Thomson (Brothers Osborne, Maren Morris, Brett Young).  The Kentucky native also saw viral success on TikTok when a video clip for past release “Right Girl Wrong Time” prompted her female-dominated following to jump quickly and is now at almost 400k followers. The clip itself has been viewed over 7 million times. She has had a string of successful single releases dating back to 2018, She has amassed over 14 million streams on her music.Support the show

Bonded over whiskey & music, can't beat it. New episode out with Trey Gallman. From playing football at LSU to playing music full time, hear all of his story plus more! This week we're talking CMA Fest, the Louisiana Music Scene, how Nashville has been treating him so far, and more! 

America's Heartland, the 26-year-old Minnesota native takes pride in the blended sound that pulls from his roots. In 2018, Daniels released his first EP titled “Heartland” which debuted inside the top 20 on the iTunes Country Charts.After taking home the New Artist of the Year Award at the annual Midwest Country Music Association Award Show in 2019, followed by a nomination for Male Vocalist of the Year in 2020, Anderson has toured extensively throughout the nation opening for some of country music's legends and rising stars. 

Haddock's diligent nature mixed with his traditional, authentic style of country music has quickly solidified his spot as a staple in the Red Dirt Country scene. Currently celebrating the release of several new singles with hit producer/songwriter and manager Trent Willmon (Cody Johnson, Eric Church, Randy Houser, Little Big Town) at the helm, the young talent is on an unprecedented path. Haddock has celebrated 3 Top 15 Texas Country singles with his most recent release being an electric cover of Dwight Yoakum's 1993 hit, “Fast as You.” Keep up with Hayden here!

This week Lynzee is joined by Brian Congdon! Listen in as they discuss the details behind his latest single, "The Reason" and his acoustic EP. 

Sam Carter is an artist and songwriter from Dallas, Georgia. His love for music began at an early age, however, it wasn't until college that he picked up guitar and began writing his own songs to soon realize music was what he wanted to pursue full-time. Sam draws from a unique array of musical influences, such as the Eagles, Luke Combs, Jason Aldean, and Van Halen. He signed his first publishing deal with Spirit Music Nashville in 2020 and recently relocated to Nashville to focus on songwriting and developing his artist career. While still in Georgia, Sam had been playing shows all around the southeast and building his fanbase. He has recently collaborated with Andrew Jannakos, Jeremy bussey, Forrest Finn, Mitch Oglesby, Tommy Cecil and Jody Stevens, among others. 

Sometimes all it takes to move forward is remembering where you've been. And for Nashville artist Brandon Lay, that's where his next step lies. Back with new batch of vintage-inspired country rock, the hard-to-tame son of a Tennessee preacher has re-embraced the organic edge of his own sound – a potent style he knows by heart.Born in Jackson, Tennessee, Lay's early life was a perfect illustration for his gutsy musical identity, raised right in the geographical middle of Memphis rock and Nashville country. Coming out of college, he combined that influence with a reputation for captivating crowds and guitar-slinging charisma, signing a major-label recording deal in 2017. But after a handful of early singles took him elsewhere, Lay's primed for an all-natural change.“Every artist is different, but I'll put it this way. I grew up playing all the honky tonks and biker bars, but that aggressive kind of sound didn't match what was on the radio,” he explains, considering his new path. “That was a bridge that I felt like this project had to make. … We wanted to match the live show with what people were hearing.”The shift arrives just in time for this gifted singer-songwriter – and in a way, it all feels meant to be.Stay Connected with Brandon Lay here!

A songwriter first and foremost, Sarah's songs have been recorded by many emerging country artists. Her song credits have accumulated millions of streams on Spotify, and have earned her 2 NSAI Member Awards and a BMI Award in 2022. Sarah was selected as a finalist in the 2020 Chris Austin Songwriting Competition, and performed at MerleFest in 2021.“Just About Over You” was Sarah's first top 15 hit on country radio. It was named one of the best songs of 2020 by the New York Times, and is now RIAA certified gold and platinum.Sarah currently has a worldwide publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing and is on tour with Priscilla Block, playing guitar and signing harmonies for her band.Stay connected with Sarah here! 

Country music artist and songwriter Mary Kutter has songs with over100 million streams. She's had songs recorded by different artists, placed in national commercials, hit movies, and television series. With over 100k followers on Tiktok, Mary's fearless energy in her music is going viral and taking over the country music world.

Raised in the Ozarks, Kimberly Atwood's core is rooted in her small-town, close-knit family upbringing. With a blue collar heritage and unshakable dream, Atwood relocated to Nashville determined to add dimension to her distinctive Classic Country sound.

Vancouver-based, Nashville-bound, Parker Graye has been writing music for years. Dialing into her emotions, she's on a mission to make country music sad again. For her, it's the way a sad song can transport you back to moments in your life and you can feel those emotions over again. The power of a sad song is like no other. Parker has been working with Tori Tuller and Kate Malone on a lot of her new music. The trio have created dreamy, western sad songs that catapult you to a different place to fully immerse you in the stories they write. She's defined her sound, her songwriting soul, and her place in Canadian country music. Be on the look out for much more from Parker Graye. Stay connected with Parker here!Follow us here!

Bailee Barnett is a singer-songwriter from Northern California. She moved to Nashville in 2020 after graduating college with a history education major. She says music has always been a passion of hers, she started playing piano at the age of 6 and started singing around that time as well! Catch her playing on Broadway in Nashville on Friday nights. Stay connected with Bailee here!Follow us here!

Many say the Pacific Northwest “Isn't Country”. But Cort Carpenter begs to differ. A decade in Nashville has proven to be very successful for this Washington State boy. An indie artist on the rise, Cort continues to wow audiences and listeners around the world. Cort has been nominated for 5 consecutive years at the JMA's (world's biggest indie music awards) and won “Male Entertainer of the Year” in 2017. Although unsigned, his dedication and competitiveness have landed him on the main stage on many of the biggest country music festivals nationwide. Cort was also recently featured at Live Nation's (Watershed Music Festival) on the “Next from Nashville stage”. As he continues accomplish the near impossible as an indie artist, Cort continues to gain more attention from industry folks in Music City.Stay connected with us: here!Stay connected with Cort: here!

His debut EP, HITS HOME, was released in December and immediately received airplay on SiriusXM's The Highway and major playlisting at streaming platforms. Spotify lists Parker on its ”Best of 2022” playlist, Amazon Music has him listed on “2022 Artists to Watch” and “Top 50 Most Played Country”, while Apple's Shazam lists Parker on its “Best New Music” list.Parker was also featured on the new Positive Vibrations: Country Goes Reggae album that paired him with the country greats Dolly Parton, Alabama, Toby Keith, Rascal Flatts, Jimmie Allen, Randy Houser, and more.With his deep voice and small-town roots, Landon Parker bridges the distance between traditional country music and its modern-day makeover. It's a southern sound that celebrates the good things in life — cold beer, old friends, and new beginnings — created by a blue-collar songwriter who's spent countless nights onstage, playing show after show on Nashville's honky-tonk circuit. In a genre that looks to salute the past while firmly living in the present, Landon Parker is poised to become country music's newest poster child.For Landon, everything began in Yadkinville, North Carolina. “It's the kind of small country town where everybody knows everybody,” he says. “Whenever I hear a song about country life, I think back to the place where I grew up, the dirt roads I drove down, the bonfires I sat around… Country music talks about all of that, and I lived it.”

Raised in small-town Haleyville, AL, singer/songwriter Reid Haughton caught the music bug after picking up a guitar one day during church lessons.  Haughton continued to hone his craft and develop his own musical style throughout high school before moving to Auburn, AL in 2017 to attend school at Auburn University.  In just a few short months, Haughton quickly became immersed in the college circuit, booking gigs and filling rooms in towns throughout the southeast.  Growing up listening to his father's vast taste in music and his mother's love of classic country melodies, Haughton has solidified his sound mixing contemporary country melodies with modern, red dirt vocals. 

Ya'll asked for a part two and sent in your questions for Lynzee so here's our Meet The Host 2022 episode! Listen and find out more about our incredible host, Lynzee and hear her goals for the podcast for the upcoming year! 

Cody Cozz is a Nashville Recording Artist and native of Colorado,  residing in Nashville full time. He is currently working with Grindstone Records under country music legend Craig Campbell.  Cody just released his first national single "On My Way" to radio in 2022. It has been added to several major playlists as well as accumulated 350,000+ total streams. Cody also released a music video that aired on CMT music national television.Cody was a 2022 nominee for the Rocky Mountain Country Music Awards New Artist of the Year  and winner of the 2022 RMCMA Fan Army Award . This is a regional award show displaying some of country musics best in a nine state region.  From new artists to seasoned veterans that have made a national name, Cody is on his way to do the same. 

Juna N Joey are a singer/songwriter, brother/sister, Country Duo (think Dan + Shay, Maddie and Tae, Lady A). The duo's popularity exploded organically by posting covers on YouTube with almost 8.1 million collective views and a viral TikTok at 10 million views. They are officially influencers. Juna N Joey have attracted the attention of music executives, brands and other stars alike, with their performance on “America's Most Musical Family” prompting an NBC executive to state, “NBC loves these kids”. Our brand has attracted many partnerships including Levis apparel company. Invitations to tour and perform range from the local festivals, a regional performance with Josh Gracin,Chris Cagle and a national tour with American Idol Cade Foehner and an international AEG UK Tour with BMG artist Twinnie. They have an annual anti-bullying campaign with major partners every October and ambassadors for climate change One Tree Planted. 

Alannah McCready has made a lifelong habit out of pouring her heart and soul into every task she puts her mind to. Growing up in Minnesota and getting her first pair of skates at the age of three, it was inevitable that McCready was going to become a hockey star. “It's called the state of hockey for a reason,” she notes.  The Minneapolis native discovered her expertise as a hockey goalie at skating camp at the age of 10 when she stopped all but two shots from entering the net, proudly telling her father, “I think I might be good at that.” But it was her mother who imprinted her with a love of country music that she grew up on in Oklahoma, the young McCready learning how to sing by watching the techniques of Trisha Yearwood and Martina McBride. “These individuals exemplified who I wanted to be, and that's when I knew what I wanted to do,” McCready praises of the country icons. In between rounds on the ice, McCready spent her childhood days offering free concerts to her family, her mother often finding her four-year-old daughter in the bathroom at weddings entertaining the guests. “Everything was a song. When I was talking, I would just start singing what I was talking,” McCready describes of making every moment a musical one, a habit she admittedly has yet to break.