Podcast appearances and mentions of Luke Laird

This week Reid and Dan host grammy winning songwriter Luke Laird back out in God's Country. The three of them cover an array of topics ranging from getting young kids into the outdoors, finding song inspiration in a tree stand and meeting Dolly Parton for the first time. Luke shares wisdom from his time in seminary school and how keeping God as his north star throughout his time in Nashville. The guys mix it up with the gravorite this week being a song they co-wrote with Luke that has never been heard before. God's Country on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop God's Country Merch Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticBecome A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuHWelcome to Notorious Mass Effect, hosted by Analytic Dreamz! In this segment, Analytic Dreamz dives into Lana Del Rey's latest single, “Bluebird,” released April 18, 2025, as the second single from her upcoming 10th studio album. Explore its country-infused sound, co-written with Luke Laird and produced alongside Drew Erickson. Learn about the album's evolving title, delayed release, and Lana's Stagecoach Festival plans. With 13 tracks and collaborators like Jack Antonoff, this segment unpacks the artistry and anticipation behind Lana's next chapter. Stay tuned for more music insights with Analytic Dreamz!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Luke Laird is a pretty prolific country songwriter. He's written over 20 Billboard number one singles, has won 2 Grammys, and a handful of CMA awards. He also happens to be a student in the Master of Theological Studies program here at Westminster and is set to graduate next month. Brandon sits down with Luke to talk about the MATS program, what brought him to WTS, how his education might impact his career as a songwriter, and also about the Country music industry in general. It was honor and pleasure to chat with Luke and we hope you enjoy listening. If You enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content like it at wm.wts.edu. If you would like to join us in out mission to train specialists in the bible to proclaim the gospel for Christ and his global church, visit wts.edu/donate

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticWelcome to Notorious Mass Effect, hosted by Analytic Dreamz, where we dive into the cultural pulse of music. In this segment, Analytic Dreamz unpacks Lana Del Rey's “Henry, Come On,” the first single from her 10th studio album, The Right Person Will Stay, set for release May 21, 2025. This country-inspired ballad, laced with Southern Gothic vibes, showcases Del Rey's evolving sound with collaborators Luke Laird, Jack Antonoff, and more. From its poignant lyrics to its Stagecoach Festival debut on April 25, 2025, Analytic Dreamz explores the track's significance, promotional journey, and anticipated impact.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the final hour of Chase and Big Joe Show, national championship winning head coach Tony Vitello joined the show and shared how his offseason has been and getting ramped up for this upcoming season. Tony later talked about his team's strengths and weaknesses, along with all the extra adages with NIL and transfers. How much more difficult will it be for the Vols to go back to back? Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys chatted with country music songwriter Luke Laird. Laird will be a part of the Blue Bloods NIL Collective for MTSU football. Luke shared some cool stories about songwriting. Laird also mentioned his great run in with writing Drink In My Hand with Eric Church. Listen to hear more. To end the show as always with celebrity birthdays and what day it is.  Who do you think will win? Listen to hear more.

The guys chatted with country music songwriter Luke Laird. Laird will be a part of the Blue Bloods NIL Collective for MTSU football. Luke shared some cool stories about songwriting. Laird also mentioned his great run-in with writing Drink In My Hand with Eric Church. Listen to hear more.

This week Dan and Reid Isbell host music row legend Luke Laird out in God's Country.  Luke shares an epic story of driving to write with Eric Church and having to stop on the way to buy a new truck so he'd make it to the write. Luckily for him, the song they wrote on that trip ended up being a Grammy-nominated track. The guys discuss where Luke's love for hunting with a recurve bow comes from and how another music row legend, Rhett Atkins, is his go-to for helping him track deer. Luke has over 20 No. 1 songs and is definitely the man behind several songs you know and love. God's Country on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube More from MeatEater Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I speak with hit songwriter and producer Barry Dean, who, with four #1 hits, many singles, and countless cuts, somehow manages to act like an earnest kid grateful for the chance to take his shot. His songs have been recorded by Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Alison Krauss, Jon Pardi, Ingrid Michaelson, Brothers Osbourne, and many, many others. In one of the podcast's most illuminating guests to date, Barry discusses his unusual path to success — he didn't move to Nashville until he was 38 — and how his approach to collaboration has evolved through the years. He also digs into a couple of the details for some of his best known co-writes, like “Daydrinking” (Little Big Town) and “God and Country Music” (George Straight), and is quick to sing the praises of his frequent collaborators — Lori McKenna, Luke Laird, and Natalie Hemby, among others. This intro doesn't do justice to the caliber of the conversation we had. Barry is full of insight, wisdom and humility. You just gotta listen.

Luke Laird  is a Grammy award-winning songwriter and producer originally from Hartstown, Pennsylvania. In addition to two Grammys, Luke has written over 20 #1 Billboard singles, has production credits with Kacey Musgraves, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw and more, and was named both BMI and ACM's Songwriter of the Year. On this episode, Luke shares his journey from Pennsylvania to Middle Tennessee State University, how he found his songwriting success, the founding of his company Creative Nation, his writing philosophy, and much more.New Episodes every Tuesday.Find the host Troy Cartwright on Twitter, Instagram. Social Channels for Ten Year Town:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokThis podcast was produced by Ben VanMaarth. Intro and Outro music for this episode was composed by Troy Cartwright, Monty Criswell, and Derek George. It is called "Same" and you can listen to it in it's entirety here. Additional music for this episode was composed by Thomas Ventura. Artwork design by Brad Vetter. Creative Direction by Mary Lucille Noah.

“God is so real to me in my music,” says Nashville songwriter Luke Laird. Luke shares how he went from growing up in rural Pennsylvania to writing songs with some of country music's biggest stars (like Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, and Kacey Musgraves), and how music is a gift that can touch us in ways that sometimes sermons can't.   Quotes “There is music in just the quiet. When you go outside, it's never fully quiet. There's always a bird singing or you can hear a river flowing. I'm just so grateful that not only is He giving us His word, but He's giving us His creation.” - Luke Laird “God has been so faithful in so many ways throughout my life and just in music. It really is a gift.” - Luke Laird   Guest's Links Luke Laird's Facebook Luke Laird's Instagram Luke Laird's Twitter Luke Laird's Website   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Carrie Underwood Kacey Musgraves Eric Church Tim Keller Amy Grant Michael Jackson Bluebird Cafe  Middle Tennessee State University   Connect with Sally Lloyd-Jones Jesus Storybook Bible Facebook Jesus Storybook Bible Instagram  Sally's website Sally's Facebook Sally's Instagram   *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media*

In this episode, Laura and Tracy sit down with songwriter, producer and publisher Luke Laird. Luke talks the magic of writers' rounds, being reluctant to ask for help, letting go of jealousy and the nitty gritty details of his early publishing deals. Laura also shares the story of a pivotal moment that lead to her being a songwriter. Ferocious talent, wit, and sincere humility rarely come together like they do in Grammy winner Luke Laird. Since moving to Nashville from a small farming town in Pennsylvania, Laird has become one of country and pop's top songwriters and producers. The numbers are staggering: 52 radio singles –– 24 of which were Billboard No. 1 hits and 5 of which were in the Top 5 –– 2 Billboard No. 1 singles as a producer, and more than 125 released cuts fill his catalog. In four separate years, every single released that Laird wrote peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard charts. He earned ACM Songwriter of the Year honors in 2015, and was named BMI Songwriter of the Year in 2012.   As a producer, Laird has helped shape some of music's most critically acclaimed projects of the last decade. He co-produced Kacey Musgraves' 2013 debut, Same Trailer, Different Park, which garnered Grammy honors for Best Country Album and an ACM Album of the Year win. In 2015, he returned to the studio with Musgraves to co-produce her triumphant sophomore release, Pageant Material. Laird earned his second Grammy for Best Country Song with Musgraves' “Space Cowboy” in 2019. He also has producer credits on Thomas Rhett, Ingrid Michaelson, Brett Eldredge, Steve Moakler, Everette, Kassi Ashton, Anna Vaus and more.   A slew of Grammy, ACM, CMA, and other nominations line Laird's resume, which also includes six CMA Triple Play Awards, four NSAI “Songs I Wish I'd Written” Awards, the 2012 BMI Country Song of the Year trophy for Rodney Atkins' “Take a Back Road,” and more. His list of No. 1 singles reads like a carefully curated playlist of soulful contemporary country: “Hard To Forget” (Sam Hunt); “Fast” and “I See You” (Luke Bryan); “Head Over Boots” (Jon Pardi); “T-Shirt” (Thomas Rhett); “Gonna” and “Hillbilly Bone” (Blake Shelton); “Talladega,” “Give Me Back My Hometown,” and “Drink In My Hand” (Eric Church); “American Kids” (Kenny Chesney); “Sunshine & Whiskey” (Frankie Ballard); “One of Those Nights” (Tim McGraw); “Downtown” (Lady Antebellum); “Somebody's Heartbreak” (Hunter Hayes); “Beat This Summer” (Brad Paisley); “Pontoon” (Little Big Town); “You” (Chris Young); “A Little Bit Stronger” (Sara Evans); “Take A Back Road” (Rodney Atkins); and “Temporary Home,” “Undo It,” “So Small,” and “Last Name” (Carrie Underwood).   Other artists who have recorded Laird-penned songs represent a jaw-dropping grab bag of genres: George Strait, Maren Morris, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, Brandy Clark, Toby Keith, Jake Owen, Steve Moakler, Sister Hazel, Ingrid Michaelson, Ashley Monroe, Sam Hunt, Angaleena Presley, Nikki Lane, Darius Rucker, Jason Aldean, Sheryl Crow, Brett Eldredge, Florida Georgia Line, Ne-Yo, Neal McCoy, Amy Grant, and many more.   Laird recently released his own record, Music Row, that offers an intimate look into his journey from Hartstown to Nashville. The first-ever record from one of music's most trusted creators and collaborators, Music Row is a songwriter's story, traversing childhood, grief, addiction, family, and the community he loves. The songs are deeply personal and sometimes raw, all delivered by the songwriter himself.   Today, Laird writes for and co-owns Nashville-based publishing and management company Creative Nation with his wife, Beth.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the fellas are joined by the cheeky country musical duo, The Doohickeys, to discuss Kacey Musgraves's Sophomore album Pageant Material! We talk to Haley & Jack about how they got their start as a duo and how they found their unique voice as songwriters, playing the Ryman auditorium and Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, and getting honorably mentioned by American Songwriter in May/June of last year!Then we dive in deep about all things Kacey. Her beginnings in a kid's country group, working with the amazing songwriter/producers Shane McAnally & Luke Laird, and the genuine life experience and raw emotions she puts into her songs.Be sure to check out The Doohickeys here:https://www.thedoohickeysband.com/https://www.instagram.com/the.doohickeys/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUS7r6FgZEWEc8IUiTvK0YAWelcome to Misfits on Vinyl! A weekly comedy podcast where we review our favorite albums, and discuss the artist's history, cultural events, and everything else that influenced the album!Hosted by Comedian Spencer Streichert & his funny friend Aaron Walsh.Produced by Sam-Sam the Tech Man!Theme song by The VidosMisfits on Vinyl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misfitsonvinylpodcast/?hl=enSpencer Streichert Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerstreichert/?hl=enThe Vidos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevidosband/?hl=enThe Vidos Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thevidosband Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's truly amazing how one simple, polite gesture can utterly change a person's life.   As a teenager, songwriter Luke Laird took a family vacation to Nashville. And even though he was already deeply interested in music, he had no idea somebody like him, a young man from Pennsylvania, could do it for a living...until the writer of one of country music's most iconic songs spent a few moments talking to him following a show the family attended at the legendary Bluebird Café. Without that simple gesture of accessibility, which that writer has probably given a thousand times, Eric Church might never have had songs like Give Me Back My Hometown, Talladega or Drink in My Hand. Carrie Underwood might never have recorded So Small, or Thomas Rhett, T-shirt, Jon Pardi, Head over Boots. Kacey Musgraves might never have won a Grammy for her album Same Trailer, Different Park. And the Nashville songwriting community might never have had one of its most collaborative, creative and encouraging members.   But thankfully, That writer did. Who was it? And what's the rest of Luke's story? Give this month's episode a listenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off Season 5, we invited the iconic writer/producer Luke Laird to join us on the show. It's safe to say that Luke is a Music Row powerhouse. Over the last decade, he's written 24 No. 1 country singles, earned two GRAMMY wins for writing and producing for Kacey Musgraves, and co-founded publishing company Creative Nation with his wife, Beth. You're going to want to take notes on this one. Get ready for his tips on getting the best song out of a co-write with an artist, insight into how he started producing by making Garageband demos, and how a publisher that believed in him changed his life and career trajectory. Plus, you'll hear about the process creating his first ever record called “Music Row” - streaming now! Buckle in for a great season! Enter our merch giveaway by subscribing to our monthly email newsletter! https://www.pitchlistpodcast.com/contactLearn more about International Songwriting Competition: https://www.songwritingcompetition.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pitchlistpodcast/Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pitchlistpodcastFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pitchlistpodSubscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive performances and more! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwtG60ltMoaebE6HnP3B4wFollow us on Spotify for curated playlists:  https://open.spotify.com/user/7ixo57nxzlk7qzg6k2k4bi0aj?si=13330a1af7614254

Luke Laird is one of America's most recorded songwriters with 24 No. 1 hits and his wife Beth runs the publishing company, Creative Nation, that they own together.  They stop by the show to talk the art and the business of songwriting.

BEXAR (pronounced ‘bear') is comprised of Chris Ryan (lead vocals/guitar) and Logan Turner (vocals/banjo/guitar). The band self-released their debut EP in 2018 and have accumulated over 25 million streams to date. Now signed to Warner Music Nashville, BEXAR has been in the studio working on a new EP with producers Ross Copperman and Luke Laird. The project will be released September 3rd. The group is also getting ready to open a string of dates for Keith Urban. These guys are going to make you wish you were in a band.

Luke Laird is a GRAMMY and ACM award-winning songwriter and producer. Beginning in the early 2000’s, Laird has earned over 20 number one singles, including Little Big Town’s “Pontoon,” Jon Pardi’s “Head Over Boots” and Eric Church’s “Talladega.” He earned a GRAMMY award for Country Album of the Year, as well as ACM’s Album of the Year award, for producing Kacey Musgraves’ Same Trailer Different Park. In 2011, he and his wife Beth Laird co-founded Creative Nation, a music publishing and management company that is home to some of Nashville top songwriters, producers and artists. They are behind over 20 number one singles and over 60 radio singles, including Harry Styles’ number one pop song “Watermelon Sugar”.

Luke Laird has written over 20 number one Billboard singles, including hits for Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, and many more. Marty and Luke discuss Luke's songwriting career, his new album "Music Row" and the meaning of some of it's songs, how growing up in small town Pennsylvania influenced his life and music, and much more.

Luke Laird is one of Nashville’s most successful songwriters. He has written two dozen #1 country hits, earning him six separate CMA Trip Play awards, each of which recognizes the achievement of penning three #1 country songs within a 12 month period. The two-time Grammy winner has been named both ACM and BMI Country Songwriter of the Year. Highlights of his catalog include Kasey Musgraves’ “Space Cowboy” which earned him a Grammy for Country Song of the Year, Rodney Atkins’ “Take a Back Road” which was named BMI Country Song of the Year, Little Big Town’s “Pontoon” which earned an ACM nomination for Song of the Year, and Tim McGraw’s “Diamond Rings and Old Barstools,” which was nominated for a Country Song of the Year Grammy. Two of his most revered songs are Kenny Chesney’s “American Kids” and Eric Church’s “Give Me Back My Hometown,” which were both nominated for CMA Song of the Year, ACM Song of the Year, and the Grammy for Country Song of the Year. Laird built his reputation as a country chart topper with the Carrie Underwood hits “So Small,” “Last Name,” “Temporary Home,” “Undo It,” and “Mama’s Song” before going on to write chart toppers such as “A Little Bit Stronger” for Sara Evans, “Drink in My Hand” and “Talladega” with Eric Church, “One of Those Nights” for Tim McGraw, “Downtown” for Lady Antebellum, “I See You” and “Fast” for Luke Bryan, “Gonna” for Blake Shelton, “Head Over Boots” for Jon Pardi, and “T-Shirt” for Thomas Rhett. He’s written other massive hits for Miranda Lambert, Chris Young, Brad Paisley, Jason Aldean, Darius Rucker, and Frankie Ballard, and has had his songs recorded by George Strait, Zac Brown Band, Dierks Bentley, Maren Morris, Midland, Rascal Flatts, Lindsay Ell, Ashley Monroe, Toby Keith, Sheryl Crow, Amy Grant, Florida Georgia Line, Jessica Simpson, and Cassandra Wilson featuring John Legend. In addition to his success as a songwriter, Laird has produced Thomas Rhett, Brett Eldredge, Jake Owen, Sam Hunt, Ingrid Michaelson, and Kasey Musgraves, earning Grammy recognition for his work producing her albums Same Trailer Different Park and Pageant Material. He recently released his first album as an artist, the deeply personal Music Row.  

Joining us this week On The Virg is songwriter/artist Luke Laird. We discuss his new album, Music Row, and the motivation behind it. We also delve into his numerous number 1 hits that he has written for the who’s who of country music. He shares his love for basketball, the Cavs and the amazing night he enjoyed of game 3 in Cleveland as LeBron changed to history of the franchise forever.

Joining us this week On The Virg is songwriter/artist Luke Laird. We discuss his new album, Music Row, and the motivation behind it. We also delve into his numerous number 1 hits that he has written for the who’s who of country music. He shares his love for basketball, the Cavs and the amazing night he enjoyed of game 3 in Cleveland as LeBron changed to history of the franchise forever.

Since moving to Nashville from Hartstown, Pennsylvania, Luke Laird has penned and produced hits for artists including Eric Church, Kacey Musgraves, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, Brad Paisley, and many others, earning 24 No. 1 hits and two Grammys along the way. Instead of spending too much time in the history and story of his hit songs, Luke answers some of Brandon's questions on how to get a hit. Why not ask the guy that watched Brooks and Dunn write some of their hits in person? From speed, the track guy, the influences of rap in today's country music, and even some of the specifics and nuances of lyrics that major artists won't cut. His first and ever most personal album Music Row is a bit of a timestamp from where Luke was and where he currently is. From sobriety, past friendships, joy, pain, love. Music Row touches on the journey of one man that feels relatable and has you evaluating your humanity.  American Songwriter Podcast Network

Today And The Writer Is…releases it’s 100th episode! To celebrate this milestone, Ross and Joe will answer questions from past guests such as Ryan Tedder, Charli XCX, Nick Jonas, Lindy Robbins, Ricky Reed, Simon Wilcox, Luke Laird, and more, as they reflect on the songwriting and the podcast. We want to express our deepest thanks to our listeners for their support and to everyone who has made this podcast possible. It is an honor to feature the stories of such talented music creatives. We are humbled by the opportunity to use this platform to amplify their voices and advocate for songwriters. A big thank you to our production team! Producers: Big Deal Music Group & Mega House MusicHost & Producer: Ross GolanProducer: Joe LondonProducer: Casey RobisonProducer: David SilbersteinProducer: Ashley AlexanderProducer & Social Media: Meg GogginsProducer: Zack WeinsteinProducer: Kelley FoxWatercolor Artwork: Michael Richey WhiteMarketing Consultant: Dodge WilliamsSpecial thanks to: Mark Tindle, Miles Bergsma, Fame House, Amber Packer, and Hipgnosis Songs Group. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bobby and Lauren Jo Black of CountryNow.com give their reactions to the ACMs from this week. Bobby talks to songwriter Luke Laird about his new solo album and his latest No. 1 “Hard To Forget” by Sam Hunt. Adam Hambrick returns for another round of Music Trivia Against the Musician! He talks on Listener Kara. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Heather is joined today by one of Nashville music industry's dynamic duo, Beth and Luke Laird. Founders of music publishing company Creative Nation, Beth and Luke work with songwriters and artists to develop their talents and help them achieve their goals. Luke is a successful songwriter in his own right, having written songs you know well, including 24 #1 singles. He's won multiple Grammys and has been named Songwriter of the Year for both BMI and the Academy of Country Music. Beth has been named one of Billboard's Country Power Players and one of the top women in Music City by Nashville Business Journal. Beth, Luke, and Heather discuss working with your spouse, finding and keeping joy at work, writing Matt Adams' favorite, “Drink In My Hand,” with Eric Church, prioritizing yourself while owning a business and being a mom, the impact of therapy, starting a family band, road trippin' in an RV, and Luke's debut album, Music Row, releasing on September 18. 

Heather is joined today by one of Nashville music industry’s dynamic duo, Beth and Luke Laird. Founders of music publishing company Creative Nation, Beth and Luke work with songwriters and artists to develop their talents and help them achieve their goals. Luke is a successful songwriter in his own right, having written songs you know well, including 24 #1 singles. He’s won multiple Grammys and has been named Songwriter of the Year for both BMI and the Academy of Country Music. Beth has been named one of Billboard’s Country Power Players and one of the top women in Music City by Nashville Business Journal. Beth, Luke, and Heather discuss working with your spouse, finding and keeping joy at work, writing Matt Adams’ favorite, “Drink In My Hand,” with Eric Church, prioritizing yourself while owning a business and being a mom, the impact of therapy, starting a family band, road trippin’ in an RV, and Luke’s debut album, Music Row, releasing on September 18.    For more information on this episode including all resources and links discussed go to www.ThisIntentionalLifePodcast.com

Steve Moakler is a country music singer/songwriter with Pennsylvania roots. Over a decade after relocation to Nashville from the Pittsburgh home he memorably captured on his album Steel Town (released on CN Records in March 2017), he has toured alongside such acts as Old Dominion, Willie Nelson, Dan + Shay, And Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Moakler – whose songwriting credits include cuts by Dierks Bentley, Jake Owen, Ben Rector, Reba McIntire and More – was inspired by life changes to craft his sixth studio album, Blue Jeans, produced by Luke Laird and Nick Lobel which was released on CN Records in January 2020. The album features the title track and lead song “Blue Jeans,” as well as tracks “Push,” “How Have We Never,” and “’72 Winnebago,” all available now! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yeppodcast/support

Not everyone in the music industry has known that's where they wanted to be at an early age. In the case of Beth Laird, a forced internship with her childhood nanny, resulted in finding a life-long passion and drive for music and artists. Beth is the CEO and founder of Creative Nation Music and has been turning Nashville on its head for years.  Her perspective on mindset and courage is truly amazing. It was her courage to make shifts and try new things that pushed her to greater and greater heights in the music industry. That same courage helped her to step into her own publishing company when she realized that she was not meant to serve the masses.  The experiences she gained while working with country music legends helped her to start and grow her own publishing company. She now focuses more energy on fewer people and is dedicated to helping them build the life and careers that they love.  Creative Nation has had 17 #1 hit songs (so far!) and has had songs recorded by top artists such as Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, John Legend, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, and many others. Creative Nation's roster includes Lori McKenna, Alec Bailey, Barry Dean, Bear Rinehart, Luke Laird, Casey Brown, Jonathan Hutcherson, Kassi Ashton, Steve Moakler, Travis Wood, and Tyler Johnson.  She credits her faith and her ongoing relationship with her therapist for helping her to put into place a super positive workplace culture. Her staff, and the artists and writers that she works with, are all like family and they have very specific guidelines for anyone new coming into their sphere. Listen as she shares her story in the music industry. Everything that she has been through, all the good and the bad, have led her to an amazing place and she is so excited to share her dream with her family.  We even touch on women in the music industry and her thoughts and the disparity in success between genders. While she thinks we can do better, she also has a powerful way of dealing with that disparity. Listen in to learn more. Show Highlights:   [01:37] Beth has had an amazing run in Music City. Listen as she shares her “big” break. [03:19] Did she have an interest in the music industry when she started interning?  [05:32] Listen as Beth shares why being open to opportunity is so important in life.  [08:34] Even though she was scared to make career moves, she did them anyway.  [11:07] It's so important to take calculated risks rather than simply leaping into decisions.  [12:13] Why therapy has made all the difference in her life and business.  [14:01] What happened after college?  [17:43] Beth shares the story of how she and her husband Luke met.  [18:28] What is a song plugger?  [20:32] Why her experience at BMI was transformative.  [23:08] Learn why the job became too much and she started to burn out.  [25:43] Beth and co-owner Luke used their own money to bankroll Creative Nation. Learn why. [29:09] Her boss at BMI was one of her biggest supporters in building Creative Nation.  [31:09] Why it was so important for them to have a 5-year business plan. [33:30] Moving from years 1-5 to years 5-10 is really like doubling down.  [34:59] How did they sign Lori McKenna?  [38:14] Why doing it all for a small set of people really fits Beth's personality.  [40:05] What are they looking for when they sign new artists and writers.  [43:34] Are things different for staff writers versus independent writers?  [46:40] Is it harder for songwriters to earn now?  [48:33] Do women still struggle to have equal success in the country music industry?  [54:40] What advice would Beth give to an aspiring publishing company owner?  [56:27] Beth shares her advice for aspiring staff writers.    LINKS & RESOURCES   Beth Laird: Creative Nation Music@creativenationmusic on Instagram@bethmasonlaird on Instagram   Follow The Music Makers:  The Music Makers on Instagram   The Music Makers podcast theme song was written and produced by Andy Kushner with help from the rhythm section and horn players of the band, SoundConnection: Elliot Jefferson, Lamonte Silver, Keith Hammond, Roy Lambert, Joe Herrera, and Craig Alston.   Sponsor: Kushner Entertainment    Check out Andy's Other Podcast: The Wedding Biz

Back for round two we have Beth Laird join us this week!    This CEO and co-owner of Creative Nation is responsible for publishing and managing the careers of songwriters such as Luke Laird, Lori McKenna, Jonathan Hutcherson, Tyler Johnson, and several others.     But we'll let her tell you more about that. 

Summer NAMM was a blast last month in Nashville! Join us for our conversation with some of the hottest songwriters and producers in the country - Ross Copperman, Luke Laird, & Beth Laird!

Summer NAMM was a blast last month in Nashville! Join us for our conversation with some of the hottest songwriters and producers in the country - Ross Copperman, Luke Laird, & Beth Laird!

New music, a preview, and getting to know Ivory Layne and Kassi Ashton. Ivory Layne, one of Justin Timberlake's artist's under Villa 40 just released "Cookie Cutter" and Kassi Ashton takes us back to California...Missouri. Look out for the full episode of Ivory Layne in a couple of weeks and stream all their music where ever it's the coolest.    Layne started songwriting at age six but didn't take serious interest until turning fourteen. She taught herself music production, working from her bedroom and posting demos online. In 2011, her work caught the attention of Grammy award-winning producer, Ed Cash. The two wrote, produced, and released her first EP, Volume One, in 2013. Shortly after, Layne moved from her hometown of Denver, NC, to Nashville, TN, to further her artist career. "Cookie Cutter" is Ivory's latest release but in the conversation, we get a spoon full of her quick whit and personality. Download "Cookie Cutter" and all her past releases anywhere and visit  for everything including tour dates. Follow her @ivorylayne.   Swagger and vibe all day with Kassi Ashton. I've known and listened to her music but we get to know Kassi and her music in this conversation. Growing up "unconventionally" in a Missouri town left Ashton to her art. From fashion to music, creating is more than just a hobby or a job. Then working at Hooters to going to school in a conservative school for music, Kassi wins her showcase to eventually become the artist we know today. From Keith Urban's "Drop Top" to her own music with writers like Luke Dick, Natalie Hemby, Luke Laird, and others creating with her. It's a breath of Nashville bubble fresh air. New music is out now and she continues to release new music just about every couple of months. Her latest release, "Field Party" is out now and you can visit  for her merch, news, and everything else. Follow her @kassiashton.

Only four more episodes left of the Nashville Pubcast Season 2 and we bring you our favorite clips of Lee Thomas Miller, Luke Laird, Allison Jones, and Ashley Gorley that share their unique company culture. For more information about the Nashville, AIMP visit www.aimp.org. Season 2 is sponsored by SoundExchange and Jammber.  To know more about these unique companies and even what they can do for you for your publishing and business needs, visit www.soundexchange.com and www.jammber.com. 

In this episode, we cover some of our frequently most asked questions for publishers and the business of songwriting with clips from our conversations with Trina Smith, Leslie DiPiero, Josh Osborne, and Luke Laird. For more information about the Nashville, AIMP visit www.aimp.org. Season 2 is sponsored by SoundExchange and Jammber.  To know more about these unique companies and even what they can do for you for your publishing and business needs, visit www.soundexchange.com and www.jammber.com. 

Jim Casey talks with singer/songwriter Tenille Townes about: growing up in a small Canadian town her early musical influences, including Shania Twain, Dolly Parton, Elvis, Fleetwood Mac and more asking her parents to take singing lessons as a small child getting her first guitar from her grandparents as a 14-year-old moving to Nashville in 2014 as a 19-year-old playing songwriting rounds and listening rooms in Nashville signing a publishing deal with Big Yellow Dog and a record deal with Sony Nashville co-writing her new single, "Somebody's Daughter," with Luke Laird and Barry Dean working with producer Jay Joyce on her upcoming album touring with Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town playing six shows in Europe in October her charitable work with Big Hearts for Big Kids Podcast Participants: Tenille Townes Jim Casey, editor in chief of NCD

Presented by Young Entertainment Professionals () and recorded at The Tracking Room () in Nashville, TN. We have our first live show with an inside look at Creative Nation with the founders and early believers Beth and Luke Laird and Barry Dean. Creative Nation is a Nashville-based music company founded by Beth and Luke Laird that publishes and manages the careers of Barry Dean, Kassi Ashton, Lori McKenna, Muscadine Bloodline, Steve Moakler and more. Beth, Luke, and Barry take us on an inside look of the early years of the company, company culture, and what does it look like to work and write for this unique publishing company. Luke Laird has written 23 #1 singles, is a Grammy-winning producer, an ACM and BMI Songwriter of the Year recipient.   Beth Laird is a music executive with previous work experience at BMG Music Publishing, Windswept Music Publishing and BMI.  She was listed on Billboard Magazine's "30 Under 30 Power Players to Watch" and named one of Music Row's Rising Women on the Row. Barry Dean has a Grammy nomination and was awarded NSAI's “Songs I Wish I’d Written” award for Tim McGraw’s “Diamond Rings and Old Barstools,” which he co-wrote; two No. 1 singles for Little Big Town, “Pontoon” and “Day Drinkin’”; “Think a Little Less,” which hit No. 1 for Michael Ray; Ingrid Michaelson’s Top 40 smash “Girls Chase Boys”; and an ever-growing list of country and pop successes.    

Steve Moakler represents the future of American songwriting.  He's known to capture the spirit of blue collar workers, underdogs, and the little wins of life. Whether it be love songs, party songs, or truth songs. Armed with philosophical ideals and a passion for relatable truth.  Other veterans like Luke Laird, Travis Meadows, and Barry Dean for example all hail him as a co-writer and an equal in the songwriting room. Besides his own music he's also penned songs for many artists like Dierks Bentley, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Kellie Pickler, Ben Rector and Matt Wertz.  We talk about Steve's newest record Born Ready, his journey from PA to Nashville, and our defense mechanisms we all have as creatives.  For Steve's music and tour dates, visit  and follow him @stevemoakler.

About this episode: We’re featuring a Facebook LIVE interview from this past week with country songwriter/artist, Carly Pearce! Since the day she convinced her father to let her quit highschool and pursue a job performing at Dollywood, Carly has paved her own way to becoming the highest charting solo female debut since July 2015. With years of hard work and perseverance she’s taken the world by a storm with her debut album, “Every Little Thing;” The title track, written by Pearce, busbee and Emily Shackleton, makes Carly the only solo female with a charting Country debut single to achieve GOLD certification in 2017. In this episode, the Kentucky native shares how Dolly Parton encouraged her to become the artist she is today and what life experiences fueled an authentic storytelling process for her songwriting. Carly recently received her first ACM nomination for Best New Female Vocalist of the Year among many other accolades in 2017. Rolling Stone Country has called “Every Little Thing” a sturdy, declarative debut that establishes Pearce as one of 2017's freshest young voices.” We are thrilled to witness all the success that is coming her way and I had a blast visiting with her at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel in Midtown Nashville. You can watch the video format of our Coffee Break with Carly Pearce on our website at nashvillesongwriters.com and our Facebook page. 
 Visit www.carlypearce.com for a list of tour dates, news and more. Be sure to also check out her latest single off the album, “Hide The Wine,” written by Ashley Gorley, Luke Laird and Hillary Lindsey. Carly is wrapping her tour with Blake Shelton this weekend and will be joining the stage with Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett and Rascal Flatts this Spring and Summer. She’ll also being performing at Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival April 4th. Check out the full lineup and ticket information at tinpansouth.com. Download our Tin Pan South Festival app for iPhone and Android to customize your schedule!

Luke Laird joins us for our Songwriter spotlight in Weekly Podcast #192

Pensado's Place - Audio 50:24 info@pensadosplace.tv (Pensado's Place)noPensado's Place Audio PodcastGrammy winning mix engineer Dave Pensado and veteran manager/executive producer Herb Trawick are the host and co-host of Pensado’s Place. A weekly talk show covering the audio and music spectrum, its craftsman and the business of. Pensado’s Place has been called the “Charlie Rose of audio”, a description that sits fine with both Herb and Dave. Pensado’s Place segments cover include interviews, technique application, interactive audience participation, speed rounds and more. Along with location shoots, sweepstakes, gear and career opportunities, thought leader analysis of the challenges and evolution in the audio and music space, Pensado’s place is the tv show for the casual enthusiast up to the long term professional. With mix credits including Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, AfroJack, Beyonce, Elton John, Christina Aguilera and Jill Scott, Dave is acknowledged as one of the leading online educators for all things audio. Trawicks experience as a successful manager makes him the resident expert on intellectual property, business a

Pensado's Place - Video 50:31 info@pensadosplace.tv (Pensado's Place)noPensado's Place - VideoGrammy winning mix engineer Dave Pensado and veteran manager/executive producer Herb Trawick are the host and co-host of Pensado’s Place. A weekly talk show covering the audio and music spectrum, its craftsman and the business of. Pensado’s Place has been called the “Charlie Rose of audio”, a description that sits fine with both Herb and Dave. Pensado’s Place segments cover include interviews, technique application, interactive audience participation, speed rounds and more. Along with location shoots, sweepstakes, gear and career opportunities, thought leader analysis of the challenges and evolution in the audio and music space, Pensado’s place is the tv show for the casual enthusiast up to the long term professional. With mix credits including Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, AfroJack, Beyonce, Elton John, Christina Aguilera and Jill Scott, Dave is acknowledged as one of the leading online educators for all things audio. Trawicks experience as a successful manager makes him the resident expert on intellectual property, b

Pensado's Place - Audio 43:36 info@pensadosplace.tv (Pensado's Place)noPensado's Place Audio PodcastGrammy winning mix engineer Dave Pensado and veteran manager/executive producer Herb Trawick are the host and co-host of Pensado’s Place. A weekly talk show covering the audio and music spectrum, its craftsman and the business of. Pensado’s Place has been called the “Charlie Rose of audio”, a description that sits fine with both Herb and Dave. Pensado’s Place segments cover include interviews, technique application, interactive audience participation, speed rounds and more. Along with location shoots, sweepstakes, gear and career opportunities, thought leader analysis of the challenges and evolution in the audio and music space, Pensado’s place is the tv show for the casual enthusiast up to the long term professional. With mix credits including Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, AfroJack, Beyonce, Elton John, Christina Aguilera and Jill Scott, Dave is acknowledged as one of the leading online educators for all things audio. Trawicks experience as a successful manager makes him the resident expert on intellectual property, business affairs, career c

Pensado's Place - Video 43:42 info@pensadosplace.tv (Pensado's Place)noPensado's Place - VideoGrammy winning mix engineer Dave Pensado and veteran manager/executive producer Herb Trawick are the host and co-host of Pensado’s Place. A weekly talk show covering the audio and music spectrum, its craftsman and the business of. Pensado’s Place has been called the “Charlie Rose of audio”, a description that sits fine with both Herb and Dave. Pensado’s Place segments cover include interviews, technique application, interactive audience participation, speed rounds and more. Along with location shoots, sweepstakes, gear and career opportunities, thought leader analysis of the challenges and evolution in the audio and music space, Pensado’s place is the tv show for the casual enthusiast up to the long term professional. With mix credits including Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, AfroJack, Beyonce, Elton John, Christina Aguilera and Jill Scott, Dave is acknowledged as one of the leading online educators for all things audio. Trawicks experience as a successful manager makes him the resident expert on intellectual property, business affairs,

About this episode: In 2011, Luke and Beth Laird decided it was time to take a fresh business approach to publishing and artist management. In this episode of Coffee Break, I chat with the couple about their careers in both the business and songwriting sectors of the industry and advice they’d give to individuals seeking growth in their craft. Creative Nation is home to a variety of songwriters and artists including: Barry Dean, Kassi Ashton, Lori McKenna, Luke Laird, Mags Duval, Muscadine Bloodline, Natalie Hemby, Steve Moakler and Tyler Johnson. In just five years the team has generated 15 #1 hits and songs recorded by Eric Church, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Little Big Town, Ingrid Michaelson, Ne-Yo, Carrie Underwood and several others. This is an audio recording of a video interview we filmed last week. You can find Parts 1 and 2 on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nsaiofficial About this podcast: Welcome to NSAI Coffee Break podcast, a series featuring legendary and modern-day songwriters, artists and music industry executives. Each episode highlights their creative journeys, including the successes and the in-betweens, and where they are headed to next!

Can you be both a disciplined, focused business leader and a deeply creative person? For us here at StoryBrand, the answer is a resounding yes. In fact, the worlds of creatives and business leaders overlap more than we might assume. If you’re leading a business, you need to embrace your creativity. When you do, you’ll unlock levels of innovation and inspiration in your work that will give you a competitive advantage. And anyone who does creative work needs to focus and master their industry so their work gets the attention it deserves. To help us as business leaders understand the creative process better, Donald Miller invited Luke Laird to join this episode of the Building a StoryBrand podcast. He’s a Grammy-award-winning producer and songwriter who’s penned 23 number-one hits for major country artists like Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, and Tim McGraw. Whether you’re a business leader trying to embrace your creativity or an aspiring artist trying to make it, here are three takeaways from Luke Laird about the creative process. He also brought his guitar along to showcase some of his work, so make sure you give this episode a listen! http://buildingastorybrand.com/46

To call this songwriter's work profound is a gross understatement. His name is practically synonymous with the term "country radio." Just this past year he earned his 23rd #1 Country Single on the Billboard Charts with Luke Bryan's "Fast". A few of his other notable collaborations include Carrie Underwood's "Last Name", Kenny Chesney's "American Kids", and Blake Shelton's "Hillbilly Bone (feat. Trace Adkins)." Raised in Pennsylvanian countryside, and now based in Nashville with his family, this writer has become one of the most respected and sought-after songwriters in modern country music. And The Writer Is...Luke Laird! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bobby is joined by Luke Laird. Bobby talks with Luke about the stories behind some of his 23 No.1 including songs for Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Eric Church. Bobby and Luke also talk about their love for hip hop and how he once got to write with Snoop Dogg! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Hey there!  I'm Kelly Sutton.  We are so glad you’re here for another Inside Music Row!  We’ve got plenty of entertainment news for you this week, so let’s get started!  Even though Kenny Chesney is taking some time off, he’s still hard at work, now co-producing his 16th studio album.  He’s working hard collecting great songs and pushing the boundaries without betraying his true self.  You can see part of that in the new single “American Kids,” written by Rodney Clawson, Luke Laird, and Shane McAnally.  Kenny says the song ‘just grabs you and holds on, but even more importantly…it feels really good.”  Look for Kenny to hit the road again in 20-15 with tons of new material.   Randy Houser recently helped open a new Operation Homefront Village in Gaithersburg, Maryland.  He helped cut the ribbon for the facility, which helps wounded military service members and their families.  Randy also performed for the group and visited with them before a special cookout.   Thomas Rhett teamed up with his father Rhett Akins to support a charity in their hometown.  Their performance together raised over 40-thousand dollars for Great Strides Valdosta in honor of their cousin Sophie, who has been diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis.    Sammy Kershaw is honoring his late friend and mentor George Jones with the release of a new album dedicated entirely to the “Possum.”  The project includes a total of fourteen tracks, including renditions of some of George’s biggest hits like “White Lightning” and “He Stopped Loving Her Today.”  Also included are two new tracks that were inspired by the legend, plus a special “Near You” duet with Georgette Jones.  Look for “Do You Know Me? – A Tribute to George Jones” to hit stores July 22nd.    Now it's time to go “Inside The Song.”  John Oates met his songwriting match when he was teamed up with hit writer Craig Wiseman.  John recently shared a fun story about how they wrote “Lose It In Louisiana” together, which is on his latest “Good Road To Follow” project.

Join us this week as we honor Veterans Day and welcome the country pop singer songwriter, Ashliegh Lisset. Hailing from Dallas, TX., Since the age of twelve, Ashliegh has had aspirations of becoming a professional recording and performing artist. It was a tragic life experience that lead her to music. At the age of eleven, she received devastating news. Her father, an American Soldier, lost his life in combat while serving a second tour for Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was dealing with this tragic loss that she found comfort in music. Quickly realizing life was too short not to pursue her dream. When asked about her father, Ashliegh replies, “My dad was a passionate soldier, and he died doing something he believed in. In a sense…that’s how I feel about my music.” Ashliegh’s passion, hard work, and determination is beginning to pay off. On August 6, 2013, she released her debut single “Kill The Headlights” written by Luke Laird, Hillary Lindsey, and Carrie Underwood. We will talk to Ashliegh about her upcoming schedule, get a behind the scenes look at her music, feature her latest songs and ask her to share her message for the troops. Please be sure to visit Ashliegh Lisset at http://www.ashlieghlisset.com/ and spread the word. Fans are welcome to call in and speak live with with her during the show (718) 766-4193  If you would like to participate in the live chat during the show, you must sign up on the show site first and then log in during the show. More great music for a really great cause! And as always we will give shout outs to our deployed military listeners. This is sure to be a terrific show so be sure to join us, Sunday November 10th 2013 at 4:00 PM EST! Our message to the troops....WE do what we do, because YOU do what you do.

Luke Laird is one of Nashville's hottest songwriters.  After plenty of number one hits under his belt, he really feels like he is just now hitting his stride.  Kelly Lynn sat down with Luke to talk about his career and what it's taken for him to succeed.  

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of Keith Urban - Keith is set to throw a massive party here in Nashville next month to benefit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.  This year's "All For The Hall" theme is "Rebeles and Renegades...The Outlaws are In."  Alan Jackson is mentioned next as he will release his "Precious Memories Volume II" next week.  Up next is George Jones as his final farewell has so many other performers involved now - look for Garth Brooks, Kid Rock, Kenny Rogers, and Charlie Daniels to perform at the sold-out November 22nd show at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena.  Craig Morgan is mentioned next as he will treat Music City Marathoners to a post-race show with special guest Sarah Darling.  Finally, we go Inside the Song with Luke Laird to hear about a song he co-wrote called "Pontoon" which Little Big Town took all the way to number one.

Transitioning from successful songwriter to new producer can be daunting, to say the least.  However, we all need to spread our wings in order to grow.  Luke Laird is embracing the challenge of moving into the producer's chair with the debut album from Kacey Musgraves.  Luke co-produced this project along with Kacey and Shance McAnally, which is set to be released this Spring.  We had a chance to talk with Luke about that transition, and why it's important to keep challenging yourself.

Luke Laird has been a fixture in the Nashville songwriting community for years now, but that comes with having written nine number one hits for some of country music's biggest stars.  Now Luke and his wife Beth have created a new company called Creative Nation which is home to some of the top songwriters and producers in town.  We had a chance to check in with Luke to hear about his experience as a songwriter and why it's something he's very passionate about.

Broadcast Music, incorporated hostd their sixtieth black tie dinner and country awards show at their Nashville building on Music Row.  Dallas Davidson and Luke Laird were both honored as songwriters of the year in a night that was dedicated to the newest BMI Icon...Tom T. Hall.  Check it out.

Hometown boy Chris Young has done quite well for himself since winning the Nashville Star in 2006.  Now with three albums under his belt, he's had a string of five consecutive number one hits.  We caught up with Chris and co-writer and co-writer Luke Laird at a celebration for his latest single to take the top spot on the charts.  Here's Kelly at the newly remodeled ASCAP lounge.