Podcasts about Grand Ole Opry

On today's show, we chat with two time guest, Ben Fuller!Music has taken Ben Fuller's life and made it into something he never would have dreamed. Ben grew up in Southern Vermont on his family dairy farm working along-side his father. He'd pass the time by singing classic country tunes as he witnessed first-hand the hard work and dedication it took to run a farm.  After generations of hurt in his family, Ben turned to cocaine and alcohol at a young age. Motivated to change, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a country singer in late 2018. A family friend invited Ben over for a meal and then to church the next morning, where he was radically transformed by the power of God. Today, Ben lives completely sober, while sharing his story of hope, redemption, and healing in Jesus' Name through his songs. Ben was nominated for the 2023 K-LOVE Fan Awards (Breakout Single of The Year - “Who I Am”) and the 2023 Dove Awards (New Artist of the Year). In 2024, he was nominated for the Dove Award for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year (“If I Got Jesus”). His debut single, “Who I Am” went #1 on multiple Christian radio charts, while “If I Got Jesus” has amassed over 48M streams as well as 1.4B short form views and 2.1M creations on TikTok.  Additionally, Ben has performed at the Grand Ole Opry and the CMA Festival, and has toured with Casting Crowns, Zach Williams, Big Daddy Weave, CAIN, We Are Messengers, and others.Provident Entertainment and chart-topping singer-songwriter Ben Fuller are excited to announce the release of his highly anticipated new album, Walk ThroughFire, available worldwide on June 6. The new project features Fuller's most personal and powerful music to date, including the brand-new single, “Since Jesus, ” out today and availableon all streaming platforms.  Written by Ben Fuller, Ethan Hulse, and Sam Martinez, and produced by Martinez, “Since Jesus” is a bold declaration of transformation and faith. Following the success of his previoussingle “If It Was Up To Me” featuring multi-platinum country icon Carrie Underwood, Fuller's latest release showcases his signature blend of vulnerability, authenticity, and soul-stirring conviction.  'Since Jesus' is my favorite track on the album, ” says Fuller,“ and the message is simple: my life has dramatically changed since I met Jesus and the journey He has taken” me on.  Walk Through Firemarks a milestone moment in Fuller's journey, both musically and spiritually.  The record blends elements of rock, classical, and country, and represents Fuller at his most honest and unfiltered. From the first prayer to the final production, he played a hands-on role in every step of the process.  “God walked everywhere when He was on this earth. He was never in a hurry, ” Fuller shares about the album's theme.  “He meets you where you are—whether at your highest high or your lowest low. I'm thankful that I had to walk through fire to get to where I am today. It was time to throw out my old boots, the ones covered in sin and shame, and put on new ones as I started my walk with God."@bendfullerchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

In Episode 67, we're sitting down with rising country music sensation Gareth to talk about his journey, latest single, and what's next on his horizon. We've also got your full rundown of this week's biggest country music news, the hottest new releases, and essential tips and advice to make the most of CMA Fest – whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned fan. Tune in for all things country!

We sit down with Colby Acuff—country music artist, fourth-generation Idahoan, and former fly-fishing guide. We talk about his journey from guiding on rivers by day to playing music in smoky bars at night, and how the wilds of Idaho helped shape the raw, no-nonsense sound he's now known for. We get into the making of his breakout record If I Were the Devil, what it's been like playing with legends, and how it felt stepping onto the Grand Ole Opry stage for the first time. Colby also opens up about staying grounded, staying independent, and how fishing still plays a role in his life—even with all the buzz in Nashville. If you're into authentic country music with a bit of dirt under the fingernails, and stories that roll like a western river, this one's for you. Find everything Colby, here. HOW TO HELP SO FLY: Please go leave us a review on APPLE PODCASTS. It really helps our show get out there, which means we get to make MORE episodes.  Thank you to our sponsors: Drift Outfitters Redington Chums Costa Muskoka Brewery Hooké   Podcast Intro Theme Song Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via Birocratic License v05.2016. For info on how you can use this music in your project, check out ⁠http://www.birocratic.com/license-app.⁠ To download Birocratic's 60+ song discography, visit http:// birocratic.bandcamp.com. Thanks to all our listeners.   

Weekly Podcast #519 - Our friend and media personality Kelly Sutton discusses flying with the Blue Angels, being the first female host of the Grand Ole Opry, and more! Plus, Jason Aldean talks baseball and his hit single, "Whiskey Drink".

In episode 187, I chat with country-pop singer and songwriter Bailey Morgan. Her word for this episode was resilience — and for good reason. From performing on Oklahoma's version of the Grand Ole Opry at just 7 years old to moving to Nashville at 15 to study songwriting, Bailey's entire journey has been about perseverance, heart, and hustle. She's written for artists like Andrea Vasquez, earned praise from Billboard and CMT, and continues to make waves with her own powerful music like her newest single “Nascar Track.” We talk about how she overcame creative blocks, the story behind her new single "Nascar Track", and why she never gave up on her dreams. If you're an aspiring artist or just love a good comeback story, this one's for you.-Get access to video for each episode by checking out ⁠⁠The Johnny Rogers Show⁠⁠ on YouTube-

Episode 322 features Parker Hastings from Kentucky/Nashville. He's a guitar player and songwriter with new music out. I first came across him at a Gaelic Storm show at Rams Head in Annapolis, Maryland—he's currently their lead guitarist. Parker was gracious enough to come on the show and share the story of his musical journey. He now lives in Nashville, where he works full-time in music. It was a fun conversation—we talked about all sorts of things, including going from part-time to full-time, as well as a great story about Parker playing the Grand Ole Opry for the first time. I also featured his song “Kentucky Sunshine” on this episode, and if you like it, you can find it on all major streaming platforms. Thanks for listening and for supporting local artists.   https://www.parkerhastingsmusic.com/home   Local Gaelic Storm Upcoming Shows: July 20 & 21 – Rams Head, Annapolis   The 5th Annual PTR Fest is June 28th at Fish Head Cantina in Baltimore, MD.    Please follow, rate, or review the podcast wherever you are streaming if you'd like to help us out.  -- Part-Time Rockstar Productions is available in the DMV for music videos and live filming.    Part-Time Rockstar Spotify Playlist

The King's Wife offers a bold new perspective on the story of Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII, as she navigates the pressures of queenship and the fight to secure her legacy. A revolutionary pop musical by two-time Grammy-nominated songwriter Jamie Floyd and award-winning playwright Mêlisa Annis, this bold reimagining of history explores Katherine's resilience and the enduring impact of extraordinary women.Mêlisa Annis (bookwriter) is an award-winning playwright and theater-maker. Mêlisa has developed and presented work at and with Playwrights Horizons, Rosalind Productions, Primary Stages, BMG Music, The Lark, Parsnip Ship, The New School, The Playground Experiment, Rattlestick Theater, Tangent Theater, RAL Productions, Red Bull Theater, The Ambassadors Theatre Group (London), Arcola Theatre (London), Berkley Rep, Theatre for a New City, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Centre. Radio Drama: Mêlisa was lead writer on radio series For Spacious Skies which was awarded the True West Award, CO, her play Beginnings was awarded the Spirit of The Festival Award, Ireland, and she is currently developing a radio series based on love letters sent between soldiers during the American civil war. Mêlisa was the recipient of the Parity Commission for her play Charlie's Waiting, and is excited to be continuing development of her play The Inheritance of a Long-Term Fault with Clutch Productions. Mêlisa is a frequent contributor to the BBC, BBC Wales and S4C and she's a proud Welsh speaker. Diolch mawr i Peter.Jamie Floyd (Music, Lyrics, Co-Arranger) is a Nashville-based, independent 2x Grammy-nominated songwriter and recording artist. Her songs have been recorded by artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Kesha, Miranda Lambert, Ronnie Dunn, Madi Diaz, Sturgill Simpson, Lizzy McAlpine and Brian Wilson. She has written extensively for film and TV, including the finale for Dolly Parton's A Country Christmas Story. As an artist, she has toured nationally and internationally, performing at Stagecoach, The Grand Ole Opry, The Bluebird Cafe and the Country Music Hall Fame to name a few. Floyd's journey in the music industry, including her experience as the “Grammy-nominated waitress,” was featured alongside Garth Brooks, Emmylou Harris & Jason Isbell in the critically acclaimed documentary “The Last Songwriter,” which advocated for the Music Modernization Act. In addition to The King's Wife, she is currently working working on two other new musical theatre projects: That Boy Ain't Right and Killin' It: A Howdy Horror Murder Mystery Musical. Her latest single “Sad Girls Do” was featured on Spotify's “Fresh Finds: Best Of 2023″ playlist, which highlights the best of all-genre independent releases.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and guests on topics we thought you might like to learn more about!Bruce Percelay, Chairman of the Kennedy Institute - discussed the sixth installment of The Senate Project series, which will feature US Senators John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) and David McCormick (R-Pennsylvania). The discussion will be held Monday, June 2 at 9AM/ET in the Kennedy Institute's full-sized replica of the United States Senate Chamber.Chris Carosa – Hamburger Historian & Author of Hamburger Dreams: How Classic Crime Solving Techniques Helped Crack The Case Of America's Greatest Culinary Mystery checked in.Justin Greene with the 4th annual Minis with A Mission coming to Hyde Community Center in Newton Thursday May 29 from Noon-1 pm.Marcus Dowling - lead country music reporter for The Tennessean discussed The Grand Ole Opry's milestone 100th anniversary! The history of the legendary music venue & how they are celebrating by releasing their top 100 country songs list!Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

Brent & Johnny welcome a longtime friend, Anthony Orio, to The Challenge, where they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Broken Lines," sent in by CLIMBer, Andrea Shihady. Anthony Orio is a singer/songwriter who was featured in ASCAP's Hot On The Row series, he's performed at The Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, The Bluebird Cafe, he and his band The Goodfellers have remained a top draw on Broadway at the World Famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge and Kid Rock's and they were named "Best Band In Nashville" four consecutive years in a row by the Tennessean's Toast of Music City Awards. Anthony has succeeded as a songwriter with cuts by Grammy award-winning country music legend Ray Stevens, former RCA recording artist Andy Griggs, and Curb Records' Tim Duggar. Connect with Anthony Orio Here: Facebook: @AnthonyOrioMusic Instagram: @AnthonyOrio YouTube: @AnthonyOrio Spotify: @AnthonyOrio The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more.  He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros.  You can find Brent at SongwritingPro.com/Baxter and  SongwritingPro.com. Johnny Dwinell owns Daredevil Production and helps artists increase their streams, blow up their video views, sell more live show tickets, and get discovered by new fans, TV and music industry pros. Daredevil has worked with artists including Collin Raye, Tracy Lawrence, Ty Herndon, Ronnie McDowell and others.  You can find Johnny at TheCLIMBshow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Ruby Leigh stepped onto “The Voice” stage in 2023, she got all four chairs to turn during her blind audition. Just 17 at the time, Leigh went on to finish as runner-up on the NBC singing competition. But her journey started long before reality TV, in the tiny town of Foley, Missouri, population 100. Leigh talks about her journey as a self-taught singer, her time on national TV, performing at the Grand Ole Opry, and what it was like sharing the stage with her favorite rock band, Green Day.

What if your pain could become someone else's healing? On this episode of The Big Silence, Karena sits down with rising country star Avery Anna on the eve of her 10th Grand Ole Opry performance. From humble beginnings recording in her mom's bathtub to signing with Warner Music Nashville, Avery's journey is anything but typical. But it's her vulnerability that sets her apart. Inspired by fan-written “Let Go Letters” — anonymous notes sharing raw experiences of trauma, self-doubt, body image struggles, and more — Avery turned these confessions into her sophomore album, Let Go Letters (out May 16). In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how music became her therapy, how she balances the pressures of social media, and why songs like “Danny Don't,” “Grave,” and “Self-Esteem for Sale” might just save a life.How Can We Transform Pain into Purpose Through Music?Avery reveals how fans' anonymous letters inspired her to write songs that create community, healing, and understanding — proving we are never truly alone in what we're going through.(00:01:00) From TikTok to the Grand Ole Opry — Avery's Unexpected BreakthroughPandemic boredom led Avery to post singing videos on TikTok — one went viral, launching her career.Discovered by band Parmalee and signed to Warner Music Nashville within months.Talks about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and how faith and family keep her grounded.How her upbringing in a close-knit, faith-based family in Flagstaff, Arizona shaped her values.(00:04:50) The Birth of Let Go Letters: Turning Fans' Pain Into Powerful MusicAvery began collecting anonymous fan letters at her shows, sparking the concept for Let Go Letters.Writing songs like “Danny Don't” based on a letter from a fan contemplating suicide.The emotional toll and responsibility of holding space for her fans' deepest traumas.How her music offers a safe space for healing — not just for fans, but for herself too.(00:09:30) Writing About the Unspoken: Body Image, Sexual Trauma, and Self-WorthSongs like “Vanilla” and “Grave” tackle sexual trauma with raw honesty.“Self-Esteem for Sale” reflects the pressure of being a product on social media.Avery shares how she protects her mental health by setting boundaries with technology.The importance of reminding herself that her worth comes from who she is, not what she posts.(00:20:00) Pre-Show Rituals, Tour Life, and the Realities Behind the GlamTouring isn't all glitz: van life, flat tires, and DIY road trips with her band.Her quirky pre-show routine: honey shots, prayer circles, and unplugging from social media.Why “Vanilla” is her favorite song to perform — a moment of collective healing on stage.00:28:00) Songs That Heal: The Butterfly Project, My Mother Lies, and MoreInspired by a letter about self-harm, “The Butterfly Project” reminds listeners their pain impacts those who love them.“My Mother Lies” explores how negative self-talk is passed down through generations.Avery's hope is that these songs help fans find their voice, their healing, and their community.This episode was Filmed at the Thompson Nashville. Thanks for the support from our partners, including: BetterHelp: Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thebigsilence and enjoy a...

Maddie Font and Taylor Kerr, better known as Maddie & Tae, are really in the thick of it these days as they balance their ever-growing music careers with their ever-growing families. Both of them now have young kids, even as they find themselves touring, recording, and playing to bigger and bigger crowds. Their new album, Love and Light, not only touches on the current season of their life and the depths of their friendship, but it also expands their sound into new territory. As they said on this show in 2022, they've been performing together since they were 15, and they've never been afraid to take a risk or challenge the establishment. Sid talks to the dynamic duo about the new song that caused Taylor to cry on the Grand Ole Opry stage, which one of them is the better cook, and why they had so much fun writing about “Drunk Girls in Bathrooms.” For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer & Editor/Producer Jeremiah Lee McVay - Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of The Business Side of Music, we sit down with Dan Rogers, the Executive Producer of the Grand Ole Opry, to celebrate the Opry's 100-year anniversary — a century of shaping country music history. Dan takes us behind the scenes of what it really takes to put on the Opry's iconic shows night after night, sharing the intricate production work, team dynamics, and legacy-building decisions that keep the Opry running strong. We also dive into the future of the Grand Ole Opry, how it continues to evolve with the times, and what artists need to know if they dream of stepping into the sacred circle. Whether you're an aspiring artist, music industry professional, or country music fan, this episode is packed with insights into the business, culture, and community behind "the show that made country music famous." Keywords: Grand Ole Opry, Dan Rogers, Opry 100th anniversary, country music history, music business podcast, behind the scenes Grand Ole Opry, how to play the Opry, country music industry, Nashville music scene, music industry insights, live music production, artist development, Opry future, country music careers   Copyright © 2025 362 Entertainment, LLC, All rights reserved. 

Baylen Leonard hangs out with Charles Wesley Godwin backstage at the Royal Albert Hall for the Highways Festival. They talk about his latest EP, what the Grand Ole Opry means to him, and he shares how it feels to be on the same lineup as country music icon Willie Nelson.

Darin and Brooke Aldridge are the acclaimed husband and wife duo who play Bluegrass and Americana. She is the reigning Bluegrass Female Vocalist and the two of them together are the Bluegrass Artists Of The Year. They have performed at the Grand Ole Opry over 50 times.My featured song is “The Gift (Juliet's Song)” from Made In New York by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.—----------------------------------------Connect with Darin and Brooke:www.darinandbrookealdridge.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“MOON SHOT” is Robert's latest single, reflecting his Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

Marty Stuart rocked the country radio in the early 90s and albums that blended Steve Earle-esque country rock with badass guitar playing and a nod to traditional country. In this episode, we take a listen to the trajectory of Marty's music. Traditional country to modern country to where his music lives now: as rock music.   Did that really happen? Stuart has more than 20 studio albums, has charted more than 30 times on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, won five Grammy Awards, and is an engaged member of the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame.  It is a fascinating truckload of music.  Let's go. Email the show: rockpoprollpodcast@gmail.com website: www.rockpopandroll.com   NOTES: The Fabulous Superlatives, Marty Stuart's band since 2002, includes Stuart on guitar and mandolin, Kenny Vaughan on guitar, and Harry Stinson on drums, and from 2002 until 2008, Brian Glenn on bass. From 2008 until 2015, Paul Martin was on bass. In 2015, Chris Scruggs replaced Paul Martin on bass, and also played steel guitar. Every member sings. Stuart's guitars also include "Clarence", a two-tone Fender Telecaster, once owned by Clarence White. This instrument is the original B-Bender guitar, built and designed by White and Gene Parsons (Byrds) in 1967, to allow the guitarist to manually raise the guitar's 'B' string one whole step to play in a style similar to a pedal steel guitar. Stuart bought the guitar in 1980 from White's widow.   Mavis Staples of the Staple Singers gave one of her father "Pops" Staples' guitars to Marty Stuart after Pop's death. "My father was Marty's godfather. My sisters and I took him in as our brother. He's the only one that I've heard who -- when he's playing guitar, sounds like Pop. He can play just like him."  

Nashville's non-profit film center The Belcourt Theatre turns one hundred this month and there's no denying its long and positive impact on this city.Over the course of a century, The Belcourt has been many different things including a stage for the Grand Ole Opry, a silent film house and a community playhouse for children's theatre. Join us today as we explore celebrations planned for this impressive and notable milestone, the highs and lows of its history, how it became the independent film industry powerhouse it is today.This episode was produced by Justin Barney and Mary Mancini.Guests Stephanie Silverman, Executive Director, The Belcourt Theatre Teddy Minton, Public Historian and Archivist, The Belcourt Theatre Tom Wills, Community Volunteer

Mickey Guyton talks to Baylen Leonard about her incredible cover of Ringo Starr's 'You Don't Know Me At All'. She also talks about writing with Tyler Hubbard, reflects on her Grand Ole Opry debut and discusses her favourite British snack - the humble pork scratching.

This Sunday VALOR say Come Ahead when they return to The Grand Ole Opry in Glasgow for a wild night of professional wrestling.

Chat with the singer/songwrtiter from Clare Island about the big themes explored in his new album 'Stranger' and the thrill of recently playing the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast) Official website: www.niallmccabe.com

Check out JP's sit down with Nebraska native and Freelance Writer & Author of the new book "100 Years of Grand Ole Opry" Craig Shelburne. Get your copy Now: https://bit.ly/4jPz42M

In this motivating episode of Shark Theory, Baylor Barbee takes us on a journey of resilience by recounting the career-defining moment of music legend Elvis Presley at the Grand Ole Opry. Barbee leverages this story to empower listeners to overcome doubt and stay true to their dreams. By intertwining his personal experience of learning to water-ski, Baylor adds a personal touch to the narrative of holding on through adversity. In the course of the episode, Barbee addresses the importance of self-belief and the mental tenacity required to persist through life's challenges. These themes are explored through the metaphor of "not letting go of the rope," encouraging listeners to cultivate "mental grip strength" that can help them weather turbulent times. As Baylor offers insight into how defining a clear personal goal can aid in maintaining perseverance, he delivers a contagious message of tenacity and conviction. Baylor's emphasis on simplifying goals and maintaining focus provides a motivational framework for anyone striving to achieve their personal success. Key Takeaways: Understand that others' doubts often stem from their own limitations, not yours. Perseverance is more crucial than immediate skill: success often lies in holding on the longest. Define clear goals to maintain motivation during adversity. Simplification in goals and processes can prevent overwhelm and encourage progress. Develop "mental grip strength" to better weather life's inevitable challenges. Notable Quotes: "A lot of times, success is about being able to hold on the longest." "When people tell you that you can't do something, it's often because they can't do it." "Do you have the mental grip strength to be able to hold on when you fall off your skis?" "Define what that rope is. What is it that you need to hold on to?" "As long as you hold the rope, it's all good... eventually I'm going to get there."

The town of Elkin, NC, boasts only 4000 residents, but its downtown seems to resemble a town much larger than that. What looks to me like a downtown about half the size of my home town of Shelby, NC, turns out to be a good bit less populated than its footprint suggests. But making a bigger impression than expected is in keeping with everything I have experienced in this foothills town in the northwest part of the state — Elkin likes to punch above its weight. My first trip to Elkin was for the Reevestock Music Festival, created by the band Time Sawyer, whose members largely grew up there. It is a festival that garners national artists as well as regional favorites, and every time I returned, it came up a winner: well balanced, with enough star power but also plenty of pleasant surprises and new discoveries, plus it was almost intimate with its crowd of hundreds rather than thousands in attendance. Elkin remains a favorite destination for that festival alone, and now I can add to that list, with The Martha Bassett Show producing live events at the Reeves Theater for eight years running. Martha Bassett celebrates with guests and house band at the finale of The Martha Bassett Show 04/03/25Photo: Steel String Photography The Martha Bassett Show put on its 100th episode in April of this year, which seemed like the perfect time to trek up and take it all in. The show featured guests Liz Longley from Nashville, Hank Pattie & the Current from the Triangle region of NC, and a VA music artist who is best known for building guitars for stars like Eric Clapton, Gillian Welch, Vince Gill, Peter Rowan (and hundreds of others, famous or not), Wayne Henderson. I spoke with both Martha Bassett and Wayne Henderson while there, where we talked with Martha about the extraordinary nature of the show with collaboration amongst its guests a built-in feature, the ever-changing and now perhaps especially challenging landscape for the arts, and with Wayne about his world famous instruments as well as memories of Doc Watson, and current Grand Ole Opry member and client Marty Stuart. All of that and a lot more is here, including musical excerpts from The Martha Bassett Show on this episode of Southern Songs and Stories. Songs heard in this episode:Wayne Henderson and Friends “Sweet Georgia Brown” from The Martha Bassett Show 04/03/25Wayne Henderson and Friends intro from Martha Bassett into “Panhandle Rag” from The Martha Bassett Show 04/03/25, excerpt“I'll Fly Away” Martha Bassett with Liz Longley, Hank Pattie & the Current, Wayne Henderson and Friends and house band from The Martha Bassett Show 04/03/25Thanks for dropping by! We hope you can help spread awareness of what we are doing. It is as easy as telling a friend and following this podcast on your platform of choice. You can find us on Apple here, Spotify here and YouTube here — hundreds more episodes await, filled with artists you may know by name, or musicians and bands that are ready to become your next favorites. This series is a part of the lineup of both public radio WNCW and Osiris Media, with all of the Osiris shows available here. You can also hear new episodes on Bluegrass Planet Radio here. Thanks to Jaclyn Anthony for producing the radio adaptations of this series on WNCW, where we worked with Joshua Meng, who wrote and performed our theme songs. This is Southern Songs and Stories: the music of the South and the artists who make it. - Joe Kendrick

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On this week's episode, Sara is joined by the queen of bluegrass Rhonda Vincent! Sara and Rhonda dive into Rhonda's incredible journey through music, from her early days in a musical family to becoming a Grammy-nominated artist. They share laughs, sing together, and reminisce about their favorite songs, including Rhonda's iconic hits and the timeless classic "Suds in the Bucket."Discover the stories behind Rhonda's rise to fame, her experiences on the Grand Ole Opry, and her unique approach to music and life. With a blend of bluegrass and country influences, Rhonda's passion for her craft shines through as she discusses her family, her daughters' musical journeys, and her latest album featuring special guests like Alison Krauss, Dolly Parton, Cody Johnson, and many more.Whether you're a long-time fan of bluegrass or just discovering Rhonda's music, this episode is packed with inspiration, nostalgia, and a whole lot of fun! Don't miss out on this incredible conversation!Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke).About Rhonda Vincent:Rhonda Vincent is a legendary figure in bluegrass music, known for her powerhouse vocals, instrumental virtuosity, and unwavering dedication to tradition. Hailing from Greentop, Missouri, she began performing at a young age with her family's band, The Sally Mountain Show. Over the decades, she has become one of the genre's most respected artists, leading her acclaimed band, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, and mastering instruments like the mandolin, guitar, fiddle, and banjo.Often referred to as the “Queen of Bluegrass,” Vincent has received 19 International Bluegrass Music Association awards, a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album, and was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2020. Her 2024 album Destinations & Fun Places includes standout collaborations with Alison Krauss, Dolly Parton, and Trisha Yearwood, further cementing her status as a dynamic force in the genre. When not touring, Rhonda remains deeply rooted in her Missouri hometown, where she and her family host the annual Sally Mountain Bluegrass Festival — continuing a legacy of music, community, and tradition.LET'S BE SOCIAL:Instagram - (@rhondavincent)Facebook - (@Rhonda Vincent)X - (@RhondaVincent13)YouTube - (@officialchannelrhondavincent)Follow Diving in Deep Podcast:Instagram –(@divingindeeppod)TikTok – (@divingindeeppod)X – (@divingindeeppod)Facebook – (@divingindeeppod)Follow Sara Evans:Instagram – (@saraevansmusic)TikTok – (@saraevansmusic)Twitter – (@saraevansmusic)Facebook – (@saraevansmusic)Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)YouTube – (‪@TheCastCollective‬)Instagram – (@TheCastCollective)Twitter – (@TheCastCollective)Directed by: Erin DuganEdited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolphhttps://www.thecastcollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason Roller is a Nashville based, Grammy nominated, multi-instrumentalist who plays the guitar, fiddle, mandolin and banjo. He currently tours with the band Alabama and also is a house guitarist with the Grand Ole Opry. And he's an in-demand session musician. He's toured with Wynonna, Dolly Parton, John Berry, Kellie Pickler and Dave Mason.My featured song is “Rough Rider”. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.—----------------------------------------Connect with Jason:www.magicshackproductions.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“MOON SHOT” is Robert's latest single, reflecting his Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

174 - Annie Bosko, Ben Gallaher, Morgan Myles from Live in the Vineyard 2025 In episode 174 of“Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with three up and coming singer songwriters at the Live in the Vineyard event in Napa, CA. Annie Bosko, Ben Gallaher and Morgan Myles. First up is Annie Bosko (Boskovich) from Ventura, CA. She tells us about moving to Nashville before the wave. Annie tells us about her Taylor guitar and her Telecaster both given to her and she tells us about playing Stagecoach this year for the second time and working with Desmond Child. To find out more about Annie you can go to her website AnnieBosko.com Next up is Ben Gallaher originally from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania now living in Nashville. Ben tells us about his Taylor acoustic as well and his Telecasters and his lack of amps, fractals. Ben also tells us about how an instagram video led to an album deal. You can find Ben at bengallaher.com Last but definitely not least we have Morgan Myles. Morgan tells us about growing up in Williamsport, Pennsylvania and she also moved early to Nashville. Morgan tells us about her new album produced by Ross Hogarth which they worked u partially in Muscle Shoals, Alabama and she talks about working with Gary Nichols Jedd Hughes and David Grissom. Morgan also tells us about her relationship with Takamine guitars and being on “the Voice”. Morgan talks about playing at the Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman. To find out more about Morgan at her website: MorganMylesLive.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #AnnieBosko #BenGallaher #GibsonGuitar #MorganMyles #taylorguitars #VintageGuitar #GrandOleOpry #RossHogarth #theDeadlies #takamineguitars #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

(original pub date 7/19/23) David "Stringbean" Akeman was a singer, clawhammer banjo player and an early Grand Ole Opry star, known for his lanky build and comedic personality. And as a cast member of the nationwide television show Hee-Haw, he was at the height of his popularity when he and his wife Estelle were murdered in their rural Tennessee home in November of 1973. My guest this week is Professor Taylor Hagood, author of "Stringbean: The Life and Murder of a Country Music Legend". He walks us through the fascinating life of this unique musician, the murders that left the nation reeling, and the investigation that led police to the killers. The author's website: ⁠https://www.taylorhagood.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A natural storyteller and lifelong traveler, Mark Allen's career as a performer, composer, producer and engineer makes him universally at ease, whether in the pubs of the UK or onstage at the Grand Ole Opry. His ability to connect with strangers over the shared love of song has made him one of the longest-running performers at the Gaylord Opryland Resort entertaining international audiences —and hundreds of thousands of people— since 2006.While his passion as a producer/musician includes the founding of Atlanta's Benchmark Productions (1992), Mark's chapter in Nashville began in 1998, when recruited to run the studio of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). Over his career, he has scored films and released several critically acclaimed albums, including “American in the 21st Century,” and held residency as a premier writer/artist at CAL IV/Spirit Entertainment. His background in music, community outreach, production and engineering gives him fluency in music of every genre and, coupled with his love of travel, paved the way for his most recent creation: the new series Have Guitar Will Travel World, presented by Nashville PBS and available on public television nationwide beginning May 2025.https://www.haveguitarwilltravel.world/https://www.facebook.com/haveguitarwilltravelworld/https://www.aptonline.org/catalog/HAVE-GUITAR-WILL-TRAVEL-WORLD"Still on the Run" - https://www.fbrmusic.com/Host - Trey MitchellIG - treymitchellphotography IG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Threads - www.threads.net/@treymitchellphotographySponsorship Information/Guest Suggestions  -  ftsunashville@gmail.com

It's been a few years since Ashley McBryde dropped by Stagecoach and this year was MUCH better than the last time all her equipment gave out because it was so hot! She talked with us backstage about that last performance, her Grand Ole Opry debut and John's air guitar band.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 28ú lá de mí Aibreán, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1978 tháinig an nuacht amach go mbeadh praghas de thí ag dul suas 20 fán gcéad an bhliain sin tar éis a chuala An Dáil gur chuaigh siad suas 20 fán gcéad an bhliain roimhe. I 1995 tháinig sé amach go raibh Prince Charles chun an bheannacht ríoga a thabhairt don phróiseas síochána nuair a bhí sé chun teacht chuig an tír sa samhradh. I 1978 rinne an fhoireann Chláir cosaint shibhialta léiriú iontach ag an chraobh in Inis. I 1989 d'oscail Mary O'Rourke Coláiste St Anne's ag Clarisford an tseachtain sin. Sin Take That le Back For Good – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1995. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1976 chan Bruce Springsteen agus The E Street Band ag an Grand Ole Opry I Nashville. Bhí sé seo an chéad uair ó 1968 a chan banna ceoil rac is roll ag an áit. I 1990 phós Axl Rose ó Guns N' Roses Erin Everly, iníon ó cheann de na Everly Brothers. Phós siad ag Cupid's Wedding Chapel Las Vegas. Scar siad I mí Eanáir an bhliain tar éis mar ní raibh an caidreamh go maith. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh amhránaí Melaine Martinez I Meiriceá I 1995 agus rugadh aisteoir Penélope Cruz sa Spáinn ar an lá seo I 1974 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sí. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 28th of April, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1978: housing prices were due to rocket by another 20 per cent this year, after the dail had heard that prices already increased by an alarming 20 percent last year 1995: prince charles was to give the peace process britians royal seal of approval when he was due to visit ireland in the summer. 1978: Clare civil defence team put up a very creditable performace in the regional finals in ennis on sunday last. 1989: Education minister mary o rourke performed the offical opening of st annes community college at clarisford on monday. That was Take That with Back For Good – the biggest song on this day in 1995. Onto music news on this day In 1976 Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band appeared at the Grand Ole Opry at the Opryland USA theme park in Nashville, the first time a rock band has played the Opry since The Byrds in 1968. 1990 Guns N' Roses leader Axl Rose married Erin Everly, daughter of The Everly Brothers Don at Cupid's Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas. They divorced in January 1991 after a stormy nine months of marriage. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – singer Melanie Martinez was born in America in 1995 and actress Penélope Cruz was born in Spain on this day in 1974 and this is some of the stuff she has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

This episode we give a shout out to our Germantown Philly neighbors and share a little history about the Grand Ole Opry having just come back from a recent trip to Nashville, TN! We are joined by musical guest LARS with a special in-studio live performance!

Weekly Podcast #515 - We talk to author Craig Shelburne and Opry star Mark Wills about the new book, "100 Years of Grand Ole Opry". We discuss legendary Opry stories, historical milestones, and ghosts!

Recorded on location in Nashville with an award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who moved to the United States last year after a long, highly successful music career in Australia. He came to America having had 16 number one hits, 17 Top 10 hits, and 43 Top 40 hits on Australian country radio. He is a Golden Guitar winner, had five Australian Billboard chart-topping albums, and is an Australian Grammy nominee. He has had over 100 songs cut by major label and independent artists, with over 50 singles. He also holds the distinction of being the youngest Australian male solo artist to perform on the Grand Ole Opry stage. Last month he released a side project, and he's working on a documentary, both while not only writing a new album project but getting ready to tour internationally in 2025 in addition to shows here in the U.S.

Robbie Fulks is a Grammy nominated Country, Folk Bluegrass Singer Songwriter. He's appeared at the Grand Ole Opry, on Prairie Home Companion, with Dr. John, Missy Raines, John Cowan and The Steep Canyon Rangers.My featured song is “New Folk Song” from the album The Queens Carnival by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.—----------------------------------------Connect with Robbie:www.robbiefulks.com—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S RECENT SINGLES:“MOON SHOT” is Robert's latest single, reflecting his Jazz Rock Fusion roots. The track features Special Guest Mark Lettieri, 5x Grammy winning guitarist who plays with Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers. The track has been called “Firey, Passionate and Smokin!”CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS____________________“ROUGH RIDER” has got a Cool, ‘60s, “Spaghetti Western”, Guitar-driven, Tremolo sounding, Ventures/Link Wray kind of vibe!CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL VIDEOCLICK HERE FOR ALL LINKS—--------------------------------“LOVELY GIRLIE” is a fun, Old School, rock/pop tune with 3-part harmony. It's been called “Supremely excellent!”, “Another Homerun for Robert!”, and “Love that Lovely Girlie!”Click HERE for All Links—----------------------------------“THE RICH ONES ALL STARS” is Robert's single featuring the following 8 World Class musicians: Billy Cobham (Drums), Randy Brecker (Flugelhorn), John Helliwell (Sax), Pat Coil (Piano), Peter Tiehuis (Guitar), Antonio Farao (Keys), Elliott Randall (Guitar) and David Amram (Pennywhistle).Click HERE for the Official VideoClick HERE for All Links—----------------------------------------“SOSTICE” is Robert's single with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com 

Miss Heard celebrates Season 6, Episode 295 with Hootie and the Blowfish's “Hold My Hand.” No it's not about a bear, but great connections to golf, Tiger Woods, Nashville, and the Grand Ole Opry. You can listen to all our episodes at our website at: https://pod.co/miss-heard-song-lyrics Or iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and many more platforms under Podcast name “Miss Heard Song Lyrics” Don't Please consider supporting our little podcast via Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/MissHeardSongLyrics or via PayPal at https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MissHeardSongLyrics #missheardsonglyrics #missheardsongs #missheardlyrics #misheardsonglyrics #podcastinavan #vanpodcast #HootieandtheBlowFish #HoldMyHand #Hootie #DariusRucker #TigerWoods #GrandOleOpry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW3bqnr7tw https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hold_My_Hand_(Hootie_%26_the_Blowfish_song) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hootie_%26_the_Blowfish https://www.hootie.com/about/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darius_Rucker

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

Canadian country music superstar, Dallas Smith, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his latest, self-titled album, and his recent duet with Alexandra Kay on the single, “How Do You Miss Me.” We also talk about working with Hardy, and longtime producer, Joey Moi, Default stories and plans, his first feature film, the 2025 JUNO Awards, and his debut at The Grand Ole Opry.

Did you know that Missouri is tied for 1st place (alongside Tennessee) as the state that borders the most states in the United States? For the second half of Season 7, Our Missouri heads out to the state line to talk with our neighbors about their history, culture, and historical organizations.  Next up in the State History series, Jennifer C. Core, executive director of the Tennessee Historical Society, joins host Sean Rost to discuss the Volunteer State. Episode Image: Frances Moulder exploring a cemetery in Tennessee, ca. 1950 [Moulder Family Papers (CG0012), SHSMO] About the Guest: Jennifer C. Core is the executive director of the Tennessee Historical Society.  At THS, she was previously the director of membership and programs and the state coordinator of Tennessee History Day. Core is a folklorist and educator by training with masters degrees from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Indiana University, Bloomington. She formerly held positions at the Tennessee Arts Commission and the Grand Ole Opry archives. She is co-founder and director of the Tennessee Sampler Survey, a not-for-profit devoted to documenting Tennessee's needlework heritage. Her areas of research have included Tennessee outsider and folk art, Middle Tennessee baskets, and West Tennessee Choctaw crafts. As a folklorist specializing in historical ethnography and material culture, she combines methodology from the fields of folklore and history. Core is a former classroom teacher, a native of Knoxville, a resident of Nashville since 2001, and a proud Volunteer. She is the co-author with Janet S. Hasson of Tennessee Samplers: Female Education and Domestic Arts, 1800-1900.

Aaron Weber and I talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his daughter as she grows up. Aaron talks about the life lessons that his daughter has taught him. After that we talk about his stand-up comedy career. We discuss his creative process and how his material has evolved over the years. We talk about his first comedy special, Aaron Weber: Signature Dish. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Aaron Weber Aaron Weber recently premiered his first ever stand up special, Aaron Weber: Signature Dish. In addition, he also made his debut appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The special, shot at the famed Zanies comedy club in Nashville, is executive produced by Nate Bargatze and Nateland Entertainment and will air on Nateland's YouTube channel. Aaron is part of a selective group of up-and-coming comedians that are being incubated by Nateland Entertainment, as Nateland continues to build up fresh faces in the comedy industry. Weber is a regular performer at the world famous Grand Ole Opry.  He made his debut in 2019 at the age of 27, making him the youngest standup comedian ever to step into the Opry circle. Later that year, he made his television debut on the Opry's Circle Network, hosting two episodes of Stand Up Nashville. You can catch Aaron on The Nateland Podcast with Nate Bargatze, Brian Bates and Dusty Slay. Weber headlines comedy clubs across the country and has been named a New Face 2021 at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Make sure you follow Aaron on Instagram at @realaaronweber. In addition check out his special, Aaron Weber: Signature Dish on YouTube.  Litter-Robot By Whisker Is This Week's Podcast Sponsor Litter-Robot is a smart litter box that automatically separates your cat's waste from the clean litter. Therefore you never have to scoop again. The tightly sealed drawer keeps odors at bay, ensuring you truly have the best cat litter box for odor control. Connected to the Whisker app, you can now also track your cat's weight, follow their bathroom usage, and get waste level alerts. Plus, Litter-Robot is suitable for up to four cats, making it an incredible multi-cat litter box. Create a profile for each of your cats and you are good to go! Get yours now at litter-robot.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

Send us a textTony Mantor hosts a special remote podcast from Nashville Palace supporting "An Acoustic Evening for Autism." Country music artists Daryl Worley and Dillon Massengale share their personal connections to autism awareness and how music has become a platform for making a difference.• Daryl Worley explains how friends with an autistic child inspired his commitment to the cause• Worley discusses establishing his foundation and the challenges of fundraising for charitable causes• Finding purpose through helping others becomes a central theme of Worley's career journey• Dillon Massengale shares his story of being diagnosed with high-functioning autism at age four• Despite doctors' predictions of limitations, Dillon became a professional musician• Dillon credits his success to proper treatment, family support, and his faith• Comes from a musical family with deep roots in Branson, Missouri• Has performed at the Grand Ole Opry and worked with notable country music artistsTell everyone everywhere about Why Not Me? The World, the conversations we're having and the inspiration our guests give to everyone everywhere that you are not alone in this world.https://tonymantor.comhttps://Facebook.com/tonymantorhttps://instagram.com/tonymantorhttps://twitter.com/tonymantorhttps://youtube.com/tonymantormusicintro/outro music bed written by T. WildWhy Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)

In this 1670th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with musician Crystal Shawanda about her rise to fame, her music, and being the first full blood Indigenous woman to appear in the Top 20 on the American Billboard Country chart, to sell over 300k records, and to sing at the Grand Ole Opry. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, Silverwax, Yes We Are Open, Nick Ainis and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

Welcome back to this week's episode of Diving in Deep with your host, Sara Evans! In this episode, Sara welcomes Sam Williams, the grandson of the legendary Hank Williams Sr. and son of Hank Williams Jr. Sam shares his journey of carving out his own identity in the country music scene while navigating the challenges of being a single dad and an aspiring musician.We dive into Sam's experiences growing up in Paris, Tennessee, the impact of family legacy, and the personal tragedies that have shaped his life and music. Sam opens up about the loss of his sister and mother, and also discusses his love for music, his creative process, and the exciting new sounds he's exploring in his upcoming projects.Whether you're a fan of the Williams family's music or just love a good story, this episode is packed with heartfelt moments, laughter, and insights into the life of a rising artist in Nashville.Don't forget to like, share, and comment on the podcast! Listen to Unbroke: (https://ffm.to/seunbroke).About Sam Williams:Grandson of country pioneer Hank Williams and the son of outlaw legend Hank Jr., Sam Williams is the latest in a long line of American originals, who sings with his own singular voice and writes in his own singular style, fusing gut-wrenching honesty and plainspoken poetics with raw vulnerability and deep empathy. In 2021, Williams released his debut album, Glasshouse Children, which was a testament to his brilliant lyricism and soulful vocals and received rave reviews from Rolling Stone, Music Row, Associated Press, and so much more. In October 2022, Williams unveiled a deluxe edition of the record, which featured “Tilted Crown,” a reflective track about navigating his legacy in life. Williams followed up his debut with a string of powerful singles in 2023, along with multiple shows at the Grand Ole Opry and show-stopping performances at Nashville's CMA Fest and the UK's Country 2 Country Fest. In 2024, Sam unveiled a new poignant song “Carnival Heart” which is the official anthem for the new innovative country-themed show Songblazers: A Journey Into Country Music, produced and presented by Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville. His forthcoming album, Act II: Countrystar, is a vibrant and daring seven-song follow-up which underscores Williams' versatile songwriting skills. With the release of Act I: Scarlet Lonesome and Act II: COUNTRYSTAR on the way, Sam continues to prove that he is making a legacy for himself that is completely his own.LET'S BE SOCIAL:Follow Sam Williams:Instagram - (@samwillivms)Facebook - (@Sam Williams)TikTok - (@samwillivms)X - (@samwillivms)Follow Diving in Deep Podcast:Instagram –(@divingindeeppod)TikTok – (@divingindeeppod)Twitter – (@divingindeeppod)Facebook – (@divingindeeppod)Follow Sara Evans:Instagram – (@saraevansmusic)TikTok – (@saraevansmusic)Twitter – (@saraevansmusic)Facebook – (@saraevansmusic)Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)YouTube – (‪@TheCastCollective‬)Instagram – (@TheCastCollective)Twitter – (@TheCastCollective)Directed by: Erin DuganEdited By: Sean Dugan, Corey Williams, & Michaela Dolphhttps://www.thecastcollective.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Music was her lifeline in a world of chaos. Join host Patrick Custer for an intimate conversation with Firerose Cyrus, an Australian-born singer-songwriter whose inspiring journey of resilience, recovery, and reinvention is as powerful as her music.In this heartfelt conversation, Firerose shares her experiences of chasing dreams across the globe while battling a silent storm. From her early days surrounded by classical musicians to discovering her passion for pop music, she opens up about the challenges she faced, including the struggles with addiction and the journey to reclaim her power. This episode is a beautiful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the power of art, sponsors, and religion to heal. Tune in for a story that goes beyond the headlines and dives deep into the heart of resilience. __________________Follow/Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rootedrecoverystories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠__________________Cast:Patrick Custer - HostInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thepatrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/patrickcuster⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Firerose Cyrus - GuestInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@fireroseYouTube: @firerose-cyrusSpotify: @fireroseWebsite: ⁠www.firerosemusic.com__________________Get Help (addiction, mental health/trauma):Promises Behavioral HealthCall: (888) 648-4098Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.promises.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠__________________About Firerose: When Firerose Cyrus talks about her lifelong passion for songwriting, she means that she's had it since the time she could literally talk. Coming home from grade school, she would pen tunes about her day, and felt that music was the meaning of life. The Sydney, Australia-born and raised, Nashville, Tennessee-based artist has always written songs to process her deepest emotions. “I always believed that my purpose on earth was fulfilled by music,” says Firerose, “and helping people up with a song I wrote gives everything so much meaning. I write from a place in my soul that's unexplainable and I'm incredibly grateful for this gift that allows me to touch people so profoundly.” Applauded by Rolling Stone for her "atmospheric ballads and lilting leads” Firerose is a unique talent and internationally critically acclaimed artist. With her unmistakably pure crystalline voice, Firerose transcends genres and captivates listeners with her deeply meaningful lyrics about the miracles God has performed in her life. Her fearlessly honest songwriting and distinctive melodic style are matched with her powerful personal story of life-saving faith and overcoming addiction. Firerose is an authentic storyteller and her inspirational songs that celebrate rising from the ashes are undeniably uplifting. Firerose's hit “Plans” climbed to No. 16 on both Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart and Mediabase's Adult Contemporary chart in 2023. Firerose has graced the Grand Ole Opry stage many times and performed on national television including “ACM Honors,” “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” “Good Morning America,” "LIVE with Kelly and Ryan," “GMA3” and has been featured in Rolling Stone, Billboard, People Magazine, American Songwriter, Stellar Magazine, Music Row, Entertainment Tonight, Us Weekly, Taste of Country, CNN, Fox News, iHeartRadio, CMT, The Today Show Australia, Today In Nashville and many more.

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Brent Arledge is the most prolific piano tuner in Nashville, and possibly the world. He tunes the Ryman, the Schermerhorn and the Grand Ole Opry. He services dozens of studios and is trusted in the homes of countless Nashville musicians. Arledge's craft can be heard on every song coming out of Music Row that features piano.But elite piano tuning is grueling work. It's taxing on the body, it strains relationships, and it never leads to fame or glory. Arledge is the subject of episode 3 of WNXP's Music Citizens podcast. You can listen everywhere you get your podcasts on Monday.

Duane Allen is a 1/4 of the Grammy, Dove, ACM and CMA winning, Country Music Hall of Fame and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and a 59 year member of the Oak Ridge Boys, the one and only Duane Allen. Duane had formal training in both operatic and quartet singing before becoming a member of the Oaks in 1966. He is also a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and has even written a book on the history of Gospel music. He graduated from Paris Junior College, and then Texas A&M University at Commerce, Texas. He received a B.S. in Music from Texas A&M, studying with Metropolitan Opera stars Richard Webb and William Abbott. For his classical music degree, Duane concentrated on voice, piano, and composition.  Altogether, the Oaks have scored 12 gold, three platinum, and one double platinum album—plus one double platinum single—and had more than a dozen national Number One singles and over 30 Top Ten hits selling more than 41 million albums. #countrymusic #gospelmusic #music #recordingartist #countrymusichalloffame #gospelmusichalloffame #texasmusichalloffame #grandoleopry #noraleeallen #joebonsall #williamleegolden #richardsterban #gospelquartet #classicalmusic #goldrecords #platinumrecords 

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about crashing a firefighter party in the Bronx, taking his mom to the Grand Ole Opry, and angering a guy with his chili toppings. He also responds to some of your voicemails and talks to a guy who survived falling 70 feet off a balcony.  ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: Celsius: Go to the Celsius Amazon store to check out all of their flavors. #CELSIUSBrandPartner #CELSIUSLiveFit https://amzn.to/3HbAtPJ  Valor Recovery: To learn more about Valor Recovery please visit them at https://valorrecoverycoaching.com or email them at admin@valorrecoverycoaching.com  ------------------------------------------------- Music: “There is a Light” by the Stonekeepers feat. David Manuel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njJrEtlXBYw  ------------------------------------------------ Submit your funny videos, TikToks, questions and topics you'd like to hear on the podcast to: tpwproducer@gmail.com Hit the Hotline: 985-664-9503 Video Hotline for Theo Upload here: https://www.theovon.com/fan-upload Send mail to: This Past Weekend 1906 Glen Echo Rd PO Box #159359 Nashville, TN 37215 ------------------------------------------------ Find Theo: Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheoVonClips Shorts Channel: https://bit.ly/3ClUj8z ------------------------------------------------ Producer: Zach https://www.instagram.com/zachdpowers Producer: Nick https://www.instagram.com/realnickdavis/ Producer: Colin https://instagram.com/colin_reiner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded: February 23rd 2025 | Bussin’ With The Boys is excited to announce our official partnership with FanDuel, marking the start of our independence era alongside America’s #1 Sportsbook. Country Music Icon Jelly Roll and Nashville’s best songwriter, Ernest join Will Compton and Taylor Lewan on the bus. In this action-packed episode, Will and Taylor dive into hot March Madness discussions before shifting gears to promote Bert Kriescher and share exclusive updates on Shane Gillis’s appearance on SNL. We give you sneak peeks of the new BWTB website and tease an upcoming UFC Vegas vlog, while also hinting at another Meat Eater vlog on the way. The conversation heats up as we debate a potential paintball outing for the entire Bussin’ Crew, including a surprise visit by Delanie Walker at Coop’s brother’s bachelor party where he even snagged some hardware. With a spoiler alert for Severance and the latest NFL news setting the stage for this fall, the episode then transitions into an in-depth interview with Jelly Roll and Ernest. This segment spotlights their independent streak as musicians, Ernest’s journey into producing his own album, and the boys’ reflections on Jelly’s health journey, as they discuss the evolution of music from the rich history of the Grand Ole Opry to the dynamic shift from rap to country and the creative process behind crafting hits versus giving songs away. This wild mix of sports, music, and pop culture promises plenty of laughs, so be sure to like, subscribe, and hit that bell for more from Bussin’ With The Boys. As always, BIG hugs, and itty bitty lil kissy poo’s! 0:00 Intro :50 Welcome To FanDuel 6:31 March Madness Is Almost Here 13:12 Shane On SNL 16:17 BWTB Website Coming Soon 18:09 UFC Vlog Soon 22:17 Meat Eater X Bussin 24:32 Should The Boys Go Paint Balling? 28:58 Delanie Pulled Up On Coop 30:31 Taylor Has Cheating In His Bloodline 36:50 SPOILER ALERT Severance 45:51 NFL News 56:51 The Next Chapter 1:18:09 Jelly & Ernest Preview 1:20:28 JELLY ROLL & ERNEST INTERVIEW STARTS 1:20:53 Jelly & Ern Are Back 1:26:03 All The Boys Are Independent 1:32:16 Ernest Producing His Own Album 1:36:50 Jelly Roll's Health Journey 1:57:24 Taylor Introduced Jelly & Ern At The Opry 2:03:55 Who's Next In Country Music? 2:06:01 Knowing The History Of Country Music 2:08:49 The History Of The Grand Ole Opry 2:11:25 Transitioning From Rap To Country 2:15:49 Jelly Is A Main Stay On American Idol 2:20:17 Will Stood Jelly Up In Hawaii 2:29:36 Art Is Way Cooler High 2:33:10 Favorite Studio? 2:42:39 Commercial vs Private Flights 2:50:54 Police Escorts 2:52:50 UFC Fights Are The Best Live Sports Events 3:04:04 What Makes A Studio Cool? 3:08:10 Feelings When A Song Doesn’t Pop Off 3:13:16 Choosing A Song For Yourself vs Giving Them Away 3:21:52 Bunnie Loves Jelly’s New Testosterone LevelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MUSIC The Offspring and Jimmy Eat World are teaming up for a summer tour .   Jelly sat down for an interview with "CMT" and talked about how excited he is for the huge tour with Post Malone later this year.    The Grand Ole Opry is turning 100, and they just made a small-but-significant change for the anniversary.   Tori Amos children's book Tori and the Muses publishes.   RIP: Carl Thomas Dean, Dolly Parton's ultra-private husband, has died at the age of 82 TV The "Handmaid's Tale" sequel series -- Hulu‘s The Testaments has found its lead star. Lucy Halliday will star in the series, as Daisy:  one of three protagonists   Tonight on TV: President Trump delivers a joint address to Congress, airing live on the major networks and news channels.   Jasveen Sangha and Dr. Salvador Plasencia trial for supplying Matthew Perry with those fatal drugs scheduled to begin in Argentina.   MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS: The Academy Awards were viewed by 18.1 million people on Sunday night (down by seven percent from last year.) After Hollywood's biggest night out at the Oscars McDonalds is dropping some celebrity tea! There's still no word how Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa died.  But someone posed an interesting theory.  And that someone is Dr. Michael Baden, a world-famous forensic pathologist AND FINALLY "Forbes" has released its list of the Highest Paid Actors of 2024.    AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!   Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows http://www.1057thepoint.com/Rizz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices