Podcasts about country music news

Tanner Usrey joins the podcast to talk about how a car accident jumpstarted his country music career, his biggest musical influences, his new album 'These Days,' how TikTok has changed the music industry, being a road dog, having his music featured in hit TV shows like 'Yellowstone' and 'Landman' and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textWhat does it really take to chase country music dreams while keeping your life in balance? In this heartfelt conversation with rising country artist Trey Calloway, we pull back the curtain on the realities of the Nashville music scene and the personal sacrifices that come with pursuing passion.Trey opens up about his latest single "She Don't Break It," co-written with legendary songwriter Terry McBride (known for hits with Brooks & Dunn and George Strait) and produced by Brandon Hood, whom Trey describes as "Nashville's best kept secret." The song represents Trey's commitment to authentic country music that connects immediately with audiences—"By the second or third chorus, they're singing along with it," he shares.The most compelling moments come when Trey reveals the personal challenges of his musical journey. Unlike many artists who move to Nashville in their youth, Trey arrived in his late twenties—"past the ego stuff, past the drinking and partying." Now he navigates a complex life triangle between Nashville (where he works), South Carolina (where his wife lives), and his hometown (where his son lives). "It's been tough," he admits, "but we're closer than we've ever been."With refreshing honesty, Trey discusses the balance between ambitious dreams and practical planning: "If I don't make it in the music business, I'm going to start a restaurant down at the beach." His journey reminds us that behind every song on the radio is a real person making real sacrifices, finding joy in the creative process, and holding onto what matters most along the way.Whether you're a country music fan or simply appreciate stories of passion and perseverance, Trey's insights offer a genuine glimpse into the heart of a working musician chasing dreams while keeping his feet firmly planted on the ground. Listen now and discover why authentic storytelling remains at the core of great country music.LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/Trey Calloway: https://treycallowaymusic.com/Jay Franze, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze/ Support the show

Your weekly country news update for the week of 8/4 featuring an interview with Sunny Sweeney!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 7/29 featuring an interview with Baylee Littrell!   

Send us a textEver wonder why certain country songs defy all odds and become massive hits? Jay and Tiffany take you behind the scenes of 14 unlikely country smashes that broke all the conventional rules - from The Band Perry's morbid masterpiece "If I Die Young" to the surprising revelation that a disco song about a man transforming into a duck once topped country radio charts!The conversation flows naturally through breaking country music news, where Thomas Rhett celebrates selling out Boston's iconic Fenway Park - a meaningful milestone for the artist in the city that helped launch his career. Meanwhile, Lainey Wilson fights back tears as the Country Music Hall of Fame unveils an exhibit dedicated to her journey, and AI technology creates convincing fake wedding photos of her and her fiancé that fooled fans across social media.The heart of the episode comes when listeners share the country songs that instantly transport them back to specific life moments. From "Amarillo by Morning" evoking early rodeo mornings with Dad to "Friends in Low Places" becoming a college party anthem, these musical time machines connect us across generations and experiences. Each story reveals how deeply country music weaves itself into the fabric of our most cherished memories.Jay and Tiffany round out the show with current chart analysis, spotlighting rising star Bailey Zimmerman's climb up the charts with "Backup Plan" and newcomer Ella Langley claiming the #1 spot with "Weren't for the Wind." Their artist spotlight on Irene Kelley celebrates her understated production style and emotionally resonant vocals that have stood the test of time.What country song takes you back to a specific moment? Share your musical memories with us and join the conversation at jayfanze.com!LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ Support the show

The great Ashley McBryde joins the podcast to talk about coming to Nashville and grinding as a young artist before getting a record deal at 30 years old, growing up in Arkansas with a father who was a doctor and a preacher, how Eric Church played a roll in her success, concept albums, getting sober, new music and when fans might expect a new album and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 7/121 featuring an interview with Scott Wolverton!    

Send us a textMeet MacKenzie Lee, a Boston-based singer-songwriter who's crafting a unique musical identity she calls "dark pop." Stepping into our studio with the confidence of someone who's found her authentic voice, Mackenzie shares the winding path that led her from childhood singing to college acapella performances and finally to her current work with Red 13 Records.What makes MacKenzie's approach fascinating is her refusal to be boxed into conventional genres. Drawing inspiration from artists like Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey, she's equally influenced by comedic musicians such as Bo Burnham and The Lonely Island—creative minds who blend impressive musical ability with clever, thought-provoking content. This unexpected combination hints at an artist determined to create music that's both emotionally resonant and intellectually engaging.The conversation takes us through Mackenzie's formative experiences, including how her acapella background trained her ear to deconstruct songs into their component parts. "You really learn to appreciate every single piece that goes into a song," she explains, describing how this shapes both her listening habits and creative process today. We also discover the emotional significance behind the grand piano visible during our interview—a treasured inheritance from her grandmother, the only other musician in her family.After discussing Mackenzie's debut single "Bad Taste on Love" and her upcoming release "The Ghost of Us," we shift to the latest country music news, covering artists like Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert supporting Texas flood victims. The episode culminates in a spirited debate about the greatest vocal collaborations of all time, with listeners passionately defending their favorites from Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton to modern pairings like Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood.LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ Support the show

Send us a textWhat makes a country music legend truly important? Is it chart success, cultural impact, or lasting influence? Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason tackle these questions head-on while reviewing a controversial list of "The 25 Most Important Women in Country Music" that has them both fired up from the start.The hosts share their predictions before diving into the rankings, confidently naming Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire as the obvious choices for the top spots. What follows is a passionate dissection of the list that places newer artists higher than established legends, sparking genuine outrage when they discover Dolly Parton ranks only seventh while Carrie Underwood claims the number one position."Where's her amusement park? Where's her giving back kids books that can't afford books? Where's her charity programs?" Tiffany questions, highlighting how the list seems to prioritize recent commercial success over decades of cultural impact and philanthropy. The conversation reveals a deeper issue about how female artists are evaluated in country music and the often arbitrary nature of industry rankings.Between their good-natured banter, the hosts also cover breaking news from Nashville, including Morgan Wallen's youth charity work, an exciting potential Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton collaboration, and Australia's growing country music scene. They wrap up with listener submissions about the most underrated female vocalists, creating a show that celebrates women in country music while questioning who gets to determine their "importance."LinksJay Franze: https://JayFranze.comVirtually You: https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ Support the show

Your weekly country news update for the week of 7/14 featuring an interview with sibling trio WHYNOT!

This week, Southall frontman Read Southall stops by the podcast to talk about the band's 10 years in the red dirt scene, why they changed their name, the making of their 2023 self-titled album, what it's like working with mainstream artists like Chase Rice, growing up in Oklahoma and how that inspired his love for country music, when fans can expect new music and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 7/7 featuring an interview with Kentucky native Tyler Booth!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 6/30 featuring an interview with GRAMMY Award winner Rob Williford! 

Willow Avalon joins the podcast to talk about growing up in Georgia and moving to California, and eventually New York City, to pursue music at the young age of 15 , honing her skills as a brilliant songwriter and some of her musical inspirations, singing with Zach Bryan at Stagecoach, her debut album 'Southern Belle Raisin' Hell,' her plans for future music and much more.Timestamps:0:00 Shelby & Quinn intro11:55 Willow interview starts37:10 Willow talks about Zach Bryan50:20 Willow explains mugshot on her debut album coverSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 6/23 featuring an interview with The Vegabonds!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 6/16 featuring an interview with Brandon Wisham!

Dierks Bentley joins the podcast to talk about his new album 'Broken Branches' and some of his favorite songs on the tracklist, the Hot Country Knights and adding humor to his music, being friends with Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman Cody Canada, having a hobby like flying, being a dad, hangover cures, sports and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Joey Logano stops by the podcast to talk all things racing, some of his goals for his career going forward, his feuds with fellow drivers over the years, life off the track, his impressive work with the Joey Logano Foundation, his favorite country music artists and songs and much more. Quinn and Shelby also discuss CMA Fest 2025 and how it's changed for the worse over the years.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 6/9 featuring an interview with Clayton Johnson!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 6/2 featuring an interview with Brooke Eden!

Brought to you by our friends at Rock the Country festival, the legend himself, Tracy Lawrence, joins the podcast to talk about what it was like making music in the 90's and some of the legends he has worked with over the years, playing Rock the Country and some of the other festivals he loves going to, hosting his own 'TL's Road House' podcast, recently headlining the historic Ryman Auditorium, winning awards and having radio hits, his focus on giving back with his annual Mission Possible Turkey Fry and Benefit Concert and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 5/26 featuring an interview with Zach John King!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 5/19 featuring an interview with Adam Chaffins.

Koe Wetzel returns to the podcast to talk about his most recent album '9 Lives,' when fans might expect to hear more new music, what it's been like gaining mainstream notoriety and working more in Nashville, having such a passionate fan base, becoming a dad soon, going on tour with Hardy this summer, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 5/12 featuring an interview with Waylon Wyatt!

Brought to you by our friends at Rock the Country festival, up-and-comer Hudson Westbrook stops by the podcast to talk about growing up in Texas and being inspired by the music of his home state and artists like Parker McCollum, moving to Nashville and chasing his own country music dreams, releasing his debut self-titled album last year, plans for new music in 2025, playing Rock the Country as well as the rest of touring schedule and much more.Rock the Country is a festival for we the people, and it's coming to a small town near you in 2025 with Gavin performing as well as Kid Rock, Nickelback and many more artists. Tickets for all locations are on sale now and available on the Rock the Country website.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 4/28 featuring an interview with Hannah McFarland.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 4/21 featuring an interview with Hayden Coffman.

JD Clayton stops by the podcast to talk about his journey in country music thus far, his unique sound, the possibility of new music this year, growing up in Arkansas, van life and the challenges of being on the road as a touring musician with a young family, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 4/14 featuring an interview with Carson Wallace. 

Your weekly country news update for the week of 4/7 featuring an interview with Kolby Cooper!

The California cowboy, Jon Pardi, joins the podcast to talk about his new album 'Honkytonk Hollywood,' staying true to his traditional country roots and leaning into that style, his writing process, becoming a dad, pre-show rituals, hangover cures and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 3/31 featuring an interview with SmithField.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 3/24 featuring an interview with Asher Angel. 

Brought to you by our friends at Rock the Country festival, Gavin Adcock joins the podcast to talk about playing at the festival this year as well as his other upcoming tour dates, his rowdy shows and how he handles fans who get a little out of hand, his knack for songwriting and where he finds inspiration, opening for Morgan Wallen this summer, playing college football and much more. Rock the Country is a festival for we the people, and it's coming to a small town near you in 2025 with Gavin performing as well as Kid Rock, Nickelback and many more artists. Tickets for all locations are on sale now and available on the Rock the Country website.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 3/17 featuring an interview with Adam Doleac.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 3/10 featuring an interview with Noah Thompson.

Kip Moore joins the podcast to talk about his fantastic new album 'Solitary Tracks,' his journey thus far and how he's carved out his own lane for himself in terms of his unique sound in the country genre, the challenges that come along with a career in the music business, his impressive success touring internationally, what's on the horizon for 2025 and beyond and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 3/3 featuring an interview with Tyler Farr!

Your weekly country news update for the week of 2/24 featuring an interview with Sadie Bass!

A can't-miss episode with the legend himself, Cody Canada. Ahead of their sold-out reunion shows in Oklahoma and Texas, the former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman stops by the podcast to talk about what led them to finally get the band back together and how that all came to be, being a huge part of the rise of the Red Dirt scene when they were coming up, his career in music after Ragweed ended, raising kids who have the music bug and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your weekly country news update for the week of 2/10 featuring an interview with country duo Neon Union.

Colby Acuff joins the podcast to talk about learning how to write songs from a young age and growing up in Idaho, the process of putting together an album, making his Grand Ole Opry debut, his passion for fly fishing and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, Ole 60 frontman Jacob Young stops by the podcast to talk about their song "Thoughts Of You" blowing up on TikTok, his upbringing in Owensboro, Kentucky, where his musical inspirations come from, the band's live shows, life on the road and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Up-and-comer Sterling Elza joins the podcast to talk about making his first album, breaking into the Texas music scene, some of his rock influences and other musical influences and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brought to you by Browning, legends Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn stop by the podcast ahead of releasing their 'Reboot II' album this Friday to talk about the new project, life before they became a massively successful country group, important advice from Merle Haggard about why they needed to stick together as a duo, some of their musical influences and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brought to you by our friends at Browning, Chase Rice joins the podcast to talk about playing at 'Concert For Carolina' and the devastation in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina from Hurricane Helene, the evolution of his music over the years and his new album 'Go Down Singin,' already working on new music and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brought to you by our friends at Ammunition Whiskey, William Clark Green joins the podcast to talk about his recent release "Whole Lotta Lubbock," putting on his annual Cotton Fest, performing while holding a baby kangaroo during Larry Joe Taylor's Texas Music Festival this year, being part of the Texas music scene and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brought to you by our friends at Browning, Cody Jinks joins the podcast to talk about his recent release 'Backside of 30,' plans for more new music soon, being called a modern day outlaw, getting sober, being a dad, his forthcoming book and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ashland Craft stops by the podcast to talk about being on 'The Voice' and having Miley Cyrus as her coach, releasing her debut album 'Travelin' Kind,' her new song "Morning Person," opening for Cody Johnson, plans to release new music, her songwriting process and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.