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"I mix in exclamation points!" Join host Lij Shaw as he dives into a vibrant conversation with Grammy and Emmy award-winning engineer Jamie Tate in this episode of Recording Studio Rockstars! With insights from his journey as the owner of The Rukkus Room in Nashville, Jamie offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the evolving landscape of country music and the artistry of mixing. They navigate the playful intersection of analog nostalgia and digital dynamism, sharing personal anecdotes and invaluable tips for home recording enthusiasts. With Jamie's passion and expertise, you'll discover not only the emotional depth of music production but also the pioneering spirit of independent artists. Tune in for a sound adventure that's sure to inspire your own creative journey! Get access to FREE mixing mini-course: https://MixMasterBundle.com My guest today is Jamie Tate, a Grammy and Emmy Award-winning recording engineer, mixer, producer, and the owner of The Rukkus Room in Nashville, TN. Jamie's career in the studio world began as an intern at The Sanctuary Recording Studios, where he worked his way up to chief engineer. After The Sanctuary sold, Jamie honed his craft while working around the clock at Abtrax Recording Studios. By 2004, with 18 months of clients already booked, he took the leap and founded The Rukkus Room, which has since become one of Nashville's most iconic recording spaces. The Rukkus Room was designed by Gene Lawson of Lawson Microphones and is one of the last remaining purpose-built recording studios in Nashville. Spanning 8,000 square feet across two separate buildings, it offers unparalleled isolation for recording. Shortly after opening, Jamie recorded Jack Ingram's #1 single “Wherever You Are” and several other top-five hits, cementing the studio's reputation as a go-to destination for legendary and up-and-coming artists alike. Jamie has mixed and recorded music for a stunning array of artists, including Thomas Rhett, Taylor Swift, Dustin Lynch, Jerrod Niemann, Maddie & Tae, Alan Jackson, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Miranda Lambert, John Prine, Rhett Akins, Sheryl Crow, Brooks and Dunn, and many more. His work has been featured on platinum-selling records, chart-topping singles, and critically acclaimed projects across genres. THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS! http://UltimateMixingMasterclass.com https://www.adam-audio.com https://www.native-instruments.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://www.izotope.com Use code ROCK10 to get 10% off! https://roswellproaudio.com/ https://www.makebelievestudio.com/mbsi Get your MBSI plugin here! https://RecordingStudioRockstars.com/Academy https://www.thetoyboxstudio.com/ If you love the podcast, then please leave a review: https://RSRockstars.com/Review CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AT: https://RSRockstars.com/498
Our guest on Stories Behind the Songs this week is Will Bundy! From a small town near Bristol, TN, Will has such a cool story that was so much fun to get into. We dive deep into his journey from mowing lawns and farming to producing demos that landed him in writing rooms with some of Nashville's biggest names right now like Riley Green, Thomas Rhett, and Ella Langley, as well as hit songwriters like Brett James, Forest Whitehead, and Ashley Gorley. In this episode, you'll hear about how he hustled to learn demo production when he couldn't afford to hire anyone, carving out his niche in the industry as a “track guy”, his bold decision to rent out a studio on Music Row while living in Antioch, and writing his recent cut with Brad Paisley, “Truck Still Works”. He also shares stories about going on the road with Thomas Rhett and Rhett Akins and how that led to one of his career-defining songs, “Half of Me”. With recent cuts for both Luke Bryan and Brad Paisley, PLUS producing the viral hit “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley, Will Bundy is a great example of how hard work, strong relationships, and sticking with it truly pays off. Make sure to watch to the full episode for some invaluable advice to young songwriters, and a performance of his hit with Thomas Rhett and Riley Green, "Half of Me”. If you liked this episode, make sure to share it with your friends and give us a follow. It is our mission to bring you the Stories Behind the Songs from the songwriters themselves and it's because of YOU that we get to keep going. SHOW NOTES: Keep up with Will Bundy - https://www.instagram.com/willbundy32?igsh=cjk5Zm91Y3pnMmp4 Stay up to date with fresh podcast episodes and Listening Room show dates: Listen/Subscribe/Follow - https://linktr.ee/sbtsongs SBTSongs TikTok - @SBTSongs https://www.tiktok.com/@sbtsongs SBTSongs Instagram - @SBTSongs SBTSongs YouTube - @SBTSongs Chris Blair's Instagram - @ChrisBlairMusic Chris Blair's Website - https://www.chrisblair.com/ The Listening Room's Website - https://www.listeningroomcafe.com/ TLR's Instagram - @ListeningRoomCafe TLR's TikTok - @TheListeningRoomCafe *A special shout out to our sponsors* Sennheiser - https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us Imperfect Aesthetician - https://www.instagram.com/imperfectaesthetician/ Alclair In-Ear Monitors - https://alclair.com/ Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbtsongs/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbtsongs/support
National no bra day. Entertainment from 1957. US Navy Birthday, Reason Friday the 13th is bad luck, 1st World Series. Today birthdays - Melinda Dillon, Paul Simon, Sammy Hagar, Demond Wilson, Marie Osmond, Joey Belladonna, Kelly Preston, Rhett Akins, Trisha Campbell, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ashanti. Milton Hershey died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Bra off - RaeLynnHoneycomb - Jimmie RogersWake up little Suzy - The Everly BrothersIn the Navy - the Village PeopleBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/50 ways to leave your lover - Paul SimonSanford & Son Tv themeThere's only one way to rock - Sammy HagarPaper roses - Marie OsmondAnti Social - AnthraxDon't ge me started - Rhett AkinsFoolish - AshantiExit - In my dreams - Dokken http://dokken.net/
From Texas, the US & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2024 w # 30: Part 1: - Rhett Akins, Every Cowboy's Dream - Somebody New - 1996 - Clint Black & Jon Pardi, Killin' Time - S - 2024 - Drake Milligan, Jukebox Songs and Barstool Beers - Jukebox Songs - 2024 - Joe Nichols, Old School Country Song - Crickets - 2014 Part 2: - George Dearborne, Bar Fly - Lotta Honky Tonkin' Left In Me - 2024 - Wade Bowen, Rainin' On Me - Flyin' - 2024 - Matt Castillo, Working for the Man - Pushing Borders - 2024 - Chase Rice feat Ned LeDoux, This Cowboy's Hat - Lambs & Lions - 2017 Part 3: - Lainey Wilson, Out of Oklahoma - Twisters: The Album - 2024 - Josh Weathers, (There's) No Gettin Over Me - S - 2024 - William Michael Morgan, She's Actin' Single (I'm Drinkin' Double) - Country Classics Vol 1 - 2024 - Martina McBride, Thanks A Lot - Timeless - 2005 - Joe Nichols, Bottle It Up - S - 2024 Part 4: - George Strait, Blue Clear Sky - Blue Clear Sky - 1996 - Jenna Paulette, Anywhere The Wind Blows - The Girl I Was - 2023 - Zac Brown Band feat Cody Johnson, Wild Palomino - The Comeback (Deluxe) - 2021 - Joe & Martina, Dear Rodeo (Acoustic) - S - 2020 - Rhonda Vincent feat Alison Krauss, Wagon Wheel - S - 2024
By the age of 16, Dalton Dover had picked up a guitar and started teaching himself to play, yet it was his grandfather who turned him on to country music and artists such as Keith Whitley, Rhett Akins, Joe Diffie and Steve Wariner. We chat with Dalton about his grandfather, growing up in small town Georgia, going on The Voice, getting to play the Opry, travelling, releasing Take Me Home: The Covers, what else is coming in 2024 and so much more.
Jon Langston visits with Evan Paul to talk about his (5:01) Heart On Ice
National no bra day. Entertainment from 2015. US Navy Birthday, Reason Friday the 13th is bad luck, 1st World Series. Today birthdays - Melinda Dillon, Paul Simon, Sammy Hagar, Demond Wilson, Marie Osmond, Joey Belladonna, Kelly Preston, Rhett Akins, Trisha Campbell, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ashanti. Milton Hershey died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Bra off - RaeLynnThe hills - The WeekndStrip it down - luke BryanIn the Navy - the Village PeopleBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/50 ways to leave your lover - Paul SimonSanford & Son Tv theme There's only one way to rock - Sammy HagarPaper roses - Marie OsmondAnti Social - AnthraxDon't ge me started - Rhett AkinsFoolish - AshantiExit - It's not love - Dokken http://dokken.net/
After celebrating 20 #1's on Country radio, Thomas Rhett knows a thing or two about success. While up and coming artists are eager to hear his advice, Thomas says he still relies on some of his biggest role models in the music industry for theirs. During a recent conversation with KSON's John & Tammy: San Diego's Morning Show, Rhett revealed, besides his father — 90's icon, Rhett Akins — he relies on fellow Country singer, Luke Bryan for mentorship surrounding music, life as a musician and family. “I talked to Luke Bryan a ton in my early [career]. I still talk to Luke quite a bit,” he said before sharing there's no topic that's off the table for them. “I've talked to Luke about my voice, I've talked to Luke about my marriage, about how to raise kids. He's always been somebody who is like, not your father, but an unbiased opinion — Luke has kinda been that guy for me.” Detailing their friendship, Thomas shared he looks up to Luke for a lot of reasons, one of those being the amount of life experience he's had — good and bad. “Luke's been through the wringer — he's adopted several of his sibling's kids and experienced a lot of trauma in his life and in his career and I feel like he is somebody that has come through the other side of it victorious,” he shared. Knowing the importance of a good mentor, Rhett says he is always honored when younger musicians come to him for advice and takes the role of being a mentor very seriously. “I love it,” Thomas said of offering advice to those who seek it. “To have those kids kind of look up to me as sort of their advice-giver sometimes — that's been really cool. And it's something I don't take lightly.” On the topic off his success, Rhett was also asked if he'd ever consider selling his songs. “They can go,” Thomas said without hesitation. “I'm proud of them, but at the end of the day, when I'm like 60 years old and someone wants to maybe buy/have the rights to the songs — that would be gigantic.” He continued, “I would keep portions of songs, for sure, especially songs that I feel were very life-changing for my career. In hindsight, I'd probably sell half and I would leave the other half to my kids like in the will or whatever.” Hear more about Thomas' thoughts surrounding his music, mentorship, and why he chooses to participate in cryotherapy by listening to his full conversation with John & Tammy above. Words by Monica Rivera Interview by John & Tammy
Joining Leah for this episode is Sykamore, an up and coming Artist and Songwriter, who was discovered by none other than Rhett Akins. After releasing her debut album, Pinto, in August 2022, she has soared and taken her music to places she never dreamed of.We chatted ahead of her UK shows in London and Liverpool, and spoke all about plans for new music, future tours, and dream collaborations.Check out the episode now and let us know what you think!@sykamore@behindthesounds_@leahsherlock_https://linktr.ee/behindthesounds_
Brantley Gilbert feels like a man in the wrong decade, Kelsea Ballerini surrounds herself with specific people, and Rhett Akins talks about Popeye.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2023 w # 03: Part 1: - Alan Jackson with Jimmy Buffett, It's Five O' Clock Somewhere – Greatest Hits Vol II - 2003 - Zach Neil, All The Pretty Horses - S - 2022 - David Adam Byrnes, One Two Step Away - S - 2023 - Brandi Behlen, Thinkin' 'Bout Cheatin' - S – 2022 Part 2: - Sunny Sweeney, Easy as Hello - Married Alone - 2022 - Jordan Oaks, Love Don't Walk That Easy - S – 2022 - Josh Abbott Band feat Flatland Cavalry, Don't It Make You Wanna Dance - JAB and Friends Vol 1 - 2022 - Ronnie Dunn, Amarillo by Morning - Re-Dunn – 2020 Part 3: - McBride & The Ride, Marlboros & Avon - S - 2022 - Confederate Railroad, Queen of Memphis - Queen of Memphis – 1992 - Jimmy Bowen, Big City - S – 2023 - Cody Johnson, Fenceposts - Ain't Nothin' to It – 2019 Part 4: - Sweet Tea Trio, All Hat, No Cattle - Sugar Rush EP – 2022 - Josh Turner, Firecracker - Live Across America - 2012 - Rhett Akins feat. Riley Green , Half Of Me - S - 2023 - Kenny Rogers, The Gambler - The Gambler – 1978
Ten years into his phenomenal career, hitmaker Thomas Rhett sits with Lorianne and Charlie to sum up his impact - musically and personally. Hitting this milestone, Thomas also has to answer an important question posed by his famous dad, Rhett Akins. Thomas Rhett, inside and out on Crook & Chase: Nashville Chats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 29: Part 1: - Rhett Akins, That Ain't My Truck - A Thousand Memories - 1995 - Ronnie Dunn & Jake Worthington, Honky Tonk Town - 100 Proog Neon – 2022 - Alex Miller, Through with You - Miller Time – 2022 - Deana Carter, Lauren Alaina, Martina McBride, Ashley McBryde, Kylie Morgan & Vince Gill, Strawberry Wine - Did I Shave My Legs For This? (25th Anniversary Edition) - 2021 Part 2: - Gretchen Wilson, Redneck Woman - Here for the Party - 2004 - Randall King, Baby Do - Shot Glass - 2022 - Shania Twain, Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under - The Woman in Me – 1995 - Hayden Haddock feat. Jon Wolfe, Tequila - S - 2022 Part 3: - Vince Gill, One More Last Chance - I Still Believe in You - 1993 - Sunny Sweeney, Easy as H ello - S - 2022 - Mae Estes, Thinkin' Bout Cheatin' - S - 2022 - Mo Pitney, Come Do A Little Life - Behind This Guitar – 2016 Part 4: - Cody Joe Hodges, Make it Through Monday - S - 2022 - Jordan Rowe ft Tracy Lawrence, Eddie Montgomery & Rhett Akins, 10-4- Bad Case of the Good Ole Boy - 2021 - George Strait, Blue Water - Honky Tonk Time Machine - 2019 - Cody Johnson, God Bless the Boy (Cori's Song) - Human The Double Album - 2021
From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 26: Part 1: - Jake Bush, Tractor Town - Where 90's Meets Now - 2022 - Aaron Watson, Dancing Around The Truth- Unwanted Man - 2022 - Craig Campbell, I Bought It - Craig Campbell - 2022 - Alabama feat Trisha Yearwwod, Forever's As Far As I'll Go - Alabama & Friends – 2013 Part 2: - Alan Jackson, It's Alright to Be a Redneck - When Somebody Loves You - 2000 - Drake Milligan, Over Drinkin Under Thinkin' - Drake Milligan EP - 2021 - Drew Parker, Little Miss Saturday Night - S – 2022 - Charlie Rich vs Mark Chesnutt, Rollin' With the Flow - 1977 vs 2007 Part 3: - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 - Joe Nichols feat B lake Shelton, I Got Friends That Do - Good Day for Living - 2022 - Alex Miller, Through with You - Miller Time - 2022 - WC Edgar, My Old Friend - S – 2022 Part 4: - Cody Johnson, Longer Than She Did (Live From The Stage) - S - 2022 - Kenna Danielle, I-35 Reasons - S - 2022 - Chancey Williams, Look Good Leavin' - S - 2022 - Aaron Watson, When I See You - Unwanted Man - 2022
Thomas Rhett Akins Jr. was born in Valdosta, Georgia, on March 30, 1990. Rhett's father is renowned singer-songwriter Rhett Akins. In a 2013 interview, Rhett explained why he doesn't use his father's last name, saying, "I didn't leave Akins out to convince people my dad wasn't my dad. I've always been called Thomas Rhett. I didn't want to get rid of it."Rhett and his father have written songs together and their "Star of the Show" reached No. 1 in 2017. Akins was also one of the co-writers on "It Goes Like This," which in 2013 became Rhett's first No. 1 song. "Drink a Little Beer," from the album Life Changes, features Akins on the track.
From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 20: Part 1: - Daryle Singletary, Love You With The Lights On - Rockin' in the Country - 2009 - Alex Miller, I'm over You, So Get over Me - Miller Time - 2022 - David Adam Byrnes, One Honky Tonk Town - S - 2022 - Kelly Kenning, Broken Bones - What a Cowboy Was – 2010 Part 2: - Curtis Grimes, Ten Year Town - Undeniably Country - 2016 - Curtis Grimes, River Road Dream - Curtis Grimes - 2021 - Jon Pardi, Last Night Lonely - S - 2022 - Zach Neil, When She Drinks Whiskey - S - 2020 Part 3: - Dusty Moats, Holdin' On - S - 2022 - Midland feat Jon Pardi, Longneck Way To Go - S – 2022 - John Paycheck, Honky-Tonk Blackout - We All Have a Story - 2021 - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 Part 4: - Cody Johnson, 'Til you Can't (Live Version) - S - 2022 - Francis Degrandpré, Colorado - S – 2021 - Joe & Martina, Good In A Small Town - S - 2022 - Dan Seals, Everything That Glitters (Is Not Gold) - Won't Be Blue Anymore - 1985
A simple and obvious observation - the truck I am observing is not mine - turns into a brilliant song about loss and perhaps a metaphor for the one thing you can't directly discuss in country music if your name isn't Conway Twitty (the nasty). Rhett Akins 1995 hit "That Ain't My Truck" is a simple but beautiful tale of a woman picking the other man. Heart breaking, funny, catchy - it's a great song y'all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matt's back in town to cover a special concert Matt Bailey is back in Nashville a month after we covered the 2022 CMT Music Awards. This time, he's in attendance of a Music Memorial for Jeff Carson, who passed away from a heart attack in March at the age of 58. Michael Ray, Wade Hayes, Ty Herndon, Lee Greenwood, Heath Wright of Ricochet, Craig Campbell, Rhett Akins, Tracy Lawrence, John Berry, Halfway to Hazard, Danielle Peck, T. Graham Brown and War Hippies performed at the Nashville Palace. Don McLean made a surprise appearance to perform "American Pie." After retiring from country music in the mid 2000's, Carson pursued his other lifelong dream and joined the Franklin Police Department where he remained a dedicated officer until his untimely passing. Carson had begin to revive his music career as he was working on new music at the time of his death. Last year, Carson spoke with us about his latest single, "God Save The World," which we premiered the video digitally in early 2021. The concert was a charity event to benefit the Law Enforcement Assistance Partnership (LEAP), a nonprofit organization that provides assistance to sworn officers of the FPD during unexpected life events. Matt chatted with Ray, Herndon, Greenwood, Wright, Lawrence, Berry, Peck, Brown, and McLean on the red carpet. Before the interviews, Matt and I discuss other aspects of our joint trip in April 2022. We had the honor to cover the Grand Ole Opry our first night in town which included performances by Sara Evans, Tenille Townes, Riders in the Sky and Nate Smith making his Opry debut. Our last day in town included an afternoon ride on the world famous General Jackson showboat where we enjoyed a concert from the Tennessee Legends, where some of Nashville's finest musicians and singers shared the stories and songs from the pride of Tennessee. Full audio is streaming below. Be sure to subscribe to The Music Universe Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 19: Part 1: - Randall King, Baby Do - Shot Glass - 2022 - Midland, Life Ain't Fair - The Last Resort Greetings From – 2022 - Chris Janson feat Rhett Akins, Half Of Me - All In - 2022 - Josh Turner feat. Maddie & Tae, Desperately - Lovin' You on My Mind – 2022 Part 2: - David Adam Byrnes, One Honky Tonk Town - S - 2022 - Dale Watson, Polk Salad Annie - Jukebox Fury - 2022 - Alan Jackson, Where The Cottonwood Grows - Where Have You Gone - 2021 - Dusty Moats, Holdin' On - S - 2022 Part 3: - Midland feat Jon Pardi, Longneck Way To Go - S – 2022 - Joshua Hedley, The Last Thing In The World - Neon Blue - 2022 - Alex Miller, Kentucky's Never Been This Far - Miller Time - 2022 - Chad Cooke Band, I Just Want You - S - 2022 Part 4: - Thomas Rhett, Slow Down Summer - Where we Started - 2022 - Darius Rucker, Same Beer Different Problem - S - 2022 - Miranda Lambert, Tourist - Palomino – 2022 - Tracy Lawrence, Paint Me a Birmingham (Acoustic) - Hinsight 2020, Vol 3, Angelina - 2022
Today's Best & your All Time Favorites From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 18: Part 1: - The Judds, Mama He's Crazy - S - 2022 - Midland feat Jon Pardi, Longneck Way To Go - S – 2022 - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 - Gord Bamford feat Terri Clark, I Ain't Drunk - Diamonds in a Wiskey Glass (Deluxe Diamond Edition) – 2022 Part 2: - Jon Pardi Performs On The Kelly Clarkson Show, Last Night Lonely - Video Captation - 2022 - Hayden Haddock, Better Than Your Memory - S - 2022 - Tim McG raw, Just to See You Smile - Everywhere - 1997 - Chad Cooke Band, I Just Want You - S - 2022 Part 3: - Jake Bush, Tractor Town - Where 90's Meets Now - 2022 - Darius Rucker, Same Beer Different Problem - S - 2022 - Hunter Thomas Mounce, Mossy Oak Break-up (Reloaded) - S - 2022 - The Judds, Maybe Your Baby's Got The Blues - Heartland - 1987 Part 4: - David Adam Byrnes, One Honky Tonk Town - S - 2022 - Miranda Lambert, Tourist - Palomino – 2022 - Shane Yello wbird, Bare Feet on the Blacktop - It's About Time- 2009 - The Judds, Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days) - Rockin' With The Rythm -
Today's Best & your All Time Favorites From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 17: Part 1: - David Adam Byrnes, Like I'm Elvis- S - 2022 - Kin Faux feat Terry McBride, Wild Horses - Honky Tonk in Heaven – 2021 - Shane Yellowbird, Pickup Truck - Life Is Calling My Name- 2014 - Alan Jackson, Thank God For The Radio - Who I Am - 1994 Part 2: - Dierks Bentley ft Bredland & Hardy, Beers On Me - S - 2022 - Jake Bush, Tractor Town - Where 90's Meets Now - 2022 - Gord Bamford feat Terri Clark, I Ain't Drunk - Diamonds in a Wiskey Glass (Deluxe Diamond Edition) – 2022 - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 Part 3: - Randall King, Shot Glass - Shot Glass - 2022 - Ronnie Dunn, Broken Neon Hearts - S - 2022 - Randy Travis, Honky Tonk Moon - Old 8x10 – 1988 - George Strait, Carrying Your Love With Me - Carrying Your Love With Me - 1997 - George Strait, One Night At A Time - Carrying Your Love With Me - 1997 Part 4: - Joshua Hedley, Wonder If You Wonder - Neon Blue - 2022 - Dale Watson, Treat Her Right - Jukebox Fury – 2022 - Charley Crockett, Out of Control - Lil G.L. Presents: Jukebox Charley - 2022 - Charley Crockett, Home Motel - Lil G.L. Presents: Jukebox Charley - 2022
Today's Best & your All Time Favorites From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 15: Part 1: - Rick Trevino, Overnight Success - In my Dreams - 2003 - Luke Prater, Home - S - 2022 - Ned Ledoux, Rodeo Dreams - Buckskin - 2022 - Dean Dillon, Easy Come, Easy Go - Hot, Country & Single - 1993 VS George Strait, Easy Come, Easy Go, Easy Come, Easy Go - 1993 Part 2: - Hayden Haddock, Better Than Your Memory - S - 2022 - Curtis Grimes, Ain't Worth the Heartache - Curtis Grimes – 2021 - Joe & Martina, Good In A Small Town - S - 2022 - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 Part 3: - Jake Bush, Tractor Town - Where 90's Meets Now - 2022 - Joshua Hedley, Neon Blue - Neon Blue – 2022 - Jon Paycheck, Honky-Tonk Blackout - We All Have a Story - 2021 - Johnny Paycheck, You can Take this Job and Shove it- Take this Job and Shove it- 1977 Part 4: - David Adam Byrnes, Like I'm Elvis- S - 2022 - Cody Johnson, 'Til You Can't (live) - S - 2021 - Randall King, Shot Glass - Shot Glass - 2022 - Chad Cooke Band, I Just Want You - S - 2022
Today's Best & your All Time Favorites From the US, Texas & Canada 1st for Weekly neo-traditonal & classic Country program Fred's Country 2022 w # 14: Part 1: - Chad Brock, Evangeline - Chad Brock - 1998 - Joe & Martina feat John Berry, Give Me Back the 90's - S - 2020 - Francis Degrandpré & Véronique Labbé, My heart is fine - Honky Tonk Bar - 2022 - Rhett Akins feat Riley Green, Half Of Me - Where we Started - 2022 Part 2: - Hayden Haddock, Better Than Your Memory - S - 2022 - Cody Johnson, She's Acting Single - S - 2022 - Curtis Grimes, Ain't Worth the Heartache - Curtis Grimes – 2021 - Jon Wolfe, A Cowgirl Like You - Dos Corazones - 2021 Part 3: - Ronnie Dunn, Broken Neon Hearts - S - 2022 - Casey Chesnutt, Even Texas Couldn't Hold Her - Down Mexico Way - 2021 - Randall King, Shot Glass - Shot Glass - 2022 - David Adam Byrnes, Like I'm Elvis- S - 2022 - David Adam Byrnes, Too Much Texas- S - 2021 Part 4: - Jon Pardi, Last Night Lonely - S - 2022 - Joshua Hedley, Ne on Blue - Neon Blue TBR – 2022 - Jake Bush, Trac tor Town - Where 90's Meets Now - 2022 - William Michael Morgan, Rhinestone Cowboy - S - 2022 - Kevin Moon, Amarillo by Morning - S - The Best Cover of George!!!
Walker Montgomery, chosen as an Artist to Watch in 2022 by Country Now and Music Mayhem Magazine; as well as Artist to Watch in 2021 by Sounds Like Nashville and The Boot and a Country Next pick by Country Now, is a rising singer/songwriter who knows a thing or two about family tradition, but he's an artist making his own legacy. The 21-year-old son of John Michael Montgomery and nephew of Montgomery Gentry's Eddie Montgomery, the emerging star was raised away from the spotlight in Nicholasville, Kentucky. But now that he's found that spotlight on his own, Montgomery's pedigree is matched only by his country passion. Signed to Play It Again Entertainment and produced by the multi-award-winning chart-topping team known to the world as The Peach Pickers – Dallas Davidson; Ben Hayslip; and Rhett Akins (who have nearly 80 No. 1 songs between them)– he's already put his classically-inspired, honey-bourbon vocal to use on a self-penned hit debut (“Simple Town,” over 4 Million Spotify streams).--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backporchsippinpod/support
The Cap'n James Cook is the guest on the podcast today. James is probably best known for being Luke Bryan's bass player for the last 12 years. He joined Luke's band just after Luke recorded the hit song 'Do I.' Additionally, James multi-instrumentalist/writer and producer based out of Nashville, TN. His talents can be heard on many projects and stages with many of today's top artists. His skills in the studio as a bassist, vocalist and engineer have been on countless songs.On stage and in the recording studio, James has toured/recorded/performed with Tracy Byrd, Steve Wariner, The Doobie Brothers, Jason Aldean, Jace Everett, Jedd Hughes, Matt King, Rhett Akins, Brad Martin, Sarah Buxton, Al Perkins, Sam Bush, Victor Wooten, Josh Thompson, Thompson Square, Easton Corbin, Rodney Crowell, Vince Gill, Joanna Cotten, James Burton, Howard Shaft, and The Box Tops to names a few. James writes and produces music for Television and DVDs. Some of his music can be heard on GAC's “Headline Country” with host Storme Warren.James has been working recently with new artists behind the production desk. Here are some of the new artists he's working with:Taylor Tumlinson: https://open.spotify.com/track/5Dl4entYlkGPbKJFL3yrva?si=dac2539445754eb5Tara Thompson: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6b7KuloWXUzKJIa2DgZhHF?si=uGjwna7SQbmBU5tXqPFCUATrey Gauthreaux: https://treygauthreauxmusic.com/James Cook's Website: https://jamescookbass.com/homeStudio on the Ridge: http://www.studioontheridge.com/Studio_on_the_Ridge/Home.htmlJames Cook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesCookFanPage/
Following up on his #1 hit, "Pretty Heart," Parker McCollum has released "To Be Loved By You." The song came out of a remark about his now-fiancée, Hallie Ray Light, and found it's way onto his tour bus, where he wrote about it. Eventually it ended in a songwriting session with Rhett Akins. I talked to Parker about about the song, the video, his tour with Dierks Bentley, that sadly had to be cancelled at the Xfinity Center due to Covid-19 within the band. Parker is a big Houston Astros fan, so was recently at Fenway for a game. Btw, this Texas boy is a big fan of Boston, for real! Of course, there's a game. Get to know Parker better by listening to his answers on a game I call, "Parker the Remarker."
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan and 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Bucks BIG Take, Buck thinks the media has it wrong when it comes to this take on Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Rhett Akins on Bucks Beat Podcast, Rhett joined Buck on his recent episode of Bucks Beat and we hear a little from the podcast with Rhett talking about his time at UGA as the JV QB Chop It Up presented by Haug Law Group Atlanta Braves are taking advantage of opportunities on this West Coast road trip against the Diamondbacks with another win and we hear from Manager Brian Snitker, Ozzie Albies and Ian Anderson Atlanta Falcons, can the biggest weakness for the Falcons be fixed? College Football Bets Buck has found some bets in the world of college football he feels are locks including this weekend Georgia Tech matchup with North Carolina Georgia Bulldog Roundtable presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union,Georiga Pack and Load and Attorney Ken Nugent Georiga TE John FitzPatrick sat down with Buck and talked about the season and more plus we hear from QB JT Daniels about his injury and being a mobile QB Bucks College Football Nuggets presented by Ace Hardware Nick Saban was feisty yesterday during his post practice press conference and turned the tables on "the media" and asked them a question The Final Word Buck makes a prediction on the season record for the Atlanta Falcons and it's not good See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan and 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Bucks BIG Take, Buck thinks the media has it wrong when it comes to this take on Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Rhett Akins on Bucks Beat Podcast, Rhett joined Buck on his recent episode of Bucks Beat and we hear a little from the podcast with Rhett talking about his time at UGA as the JV QB Chop It Up presented by Haug Law Group Atlanta Braves are taking advantage of opportunities on this West Coast road trip against the Diamondbacks with another win and we hear from Manager Brian Snitker, Ozzie Albies and Ian Anderson Atlanta Falcons, can the biggest weakness for the Falcons be fixed? College Football Bets Buck has found some bets in the world of college football he feels are locks including this weekend Georgia Tech matchup with North Carolina Georgia Bulldog Roundtable presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union,Georiga Pack and Load and Attorney Ken Nugent Georiga TE John FitzPatrick sat down with Buck and talked about the season and more plus we hear from QB JT Daniels about his injury and being a mobile QB Bucks College Football Nuggets presented by Ace Hardware Nick Saban was feisty yesterday during his post practice press conference and turned the tables on "the media" and asked them a question The Final Word Buck makes a prediction on the season record for the Atlanta Falcons and it's not good See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weekday morning from 10-11a on 680 The Fan and 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Bucks BIG Take, Buck thinks the media has it wrong when it comes to this take on Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Rhett Akins on Bucks Beat Podcast, Rhett joined Buck on his recent episode of Bucks Beat and we hear a little from the podcast with Rhett talking about his time at UGA as the JV QB Chop It Up presented by Haug Law Group Atlanta Braves are taking advantage of opportunities on this West Coast road trip against the Diamondbacks with another win and we hear from Manager Brian Snitker, Ozzie Albies and Ian Anderson Atlanta Falcons, can the biggest weakness for the Falcons be fixed? College Football Bets Buck has found some bets in the world of college football he feels are locks including this weekend Georgia Tech matchup with North Carolina Georgia Bulldog Roundtable presented by Georgia's Own Credit Union,Georiga Pack and Load and Attorney Ken Nugent Georiga TE John FitzPatrick sat down with Buck and talked about the season and more plus we hear from QB JT Daniels about his injury and being a mobile QB Bucks College Football Nuggets presented by Ace Hardware Nick Saban was feisty yesterday during his post practice press conference and turned the tables on "the media" and asked them a question The Final Word Buck makes a prediction on the season record for the Atlanta Falcons and it's not good See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week's edition of Buck's Beat he catches up with another Valdosta boy. A country music award winner and father of one of the biggest names in music Rhett Akins. They talk about his musical influences, and the fact that Rhett was once a Georgia QB as well as well as his son Thomas Rhett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week's edition of Buck's Beat he catches up with another Valdosta boy. A country music award winner and father of one of the biggest names in music Rhett Akins. They talk about his musical influences, and the fact that Rhett was once a Georgia QB as well as well as his son Thomas Rhett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#615 - Rhett Akins Rhett Akins is a special guest on The Paul Leslie Hour. It's a great pleasure and honor to welcome Rhett Akins on the show. A man who has had great success as a major recording artist, but also as a hit songwriter. In fact, we're celebrating 25 years of his successful creative work. There is news in the world of Rhett Akins. It's been announced that he'll be inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. There's good reason for this, with 31 #1 songs and 40 BMI awards. The songs of Rhett Akins have been recorded by top recording artists: recently Jon Pardi, Blake Shelton, Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett, Brooks & Dunn, Billy Currington, Aaron Lewis, Josh Turner and many more. Rhett Akins has also released 6 studio albums and is a touring artist. The songs of Rhett Akins are here to stay. Tune into the very interesting interview with Rhett Akins, right here on The Paul Leslie Hour. The Paul Leslie Hour is a talk show dedicated to “Helping People Tell Their Stories.” Some of the most iconic people of all time drop in to chat. Frequent topics include Arts, Entertainment and Culture.
Marty sits down with legend Rhett Akins to talk about transitioning from one of the biggest country music artists to one of the biggest country music writers, his relationship with the wildly famous Thomas Rhett (his son, by the way) and his hangout moments with Hank Williams, Jr., Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. It got real hazy on Willie's bus, folks.
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In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with two of the most well-known songwriters in Nashville; Craig Wisman and Lee Thomas Miller. If you are an aspiring songwriter or musician, this episode is filled with so much wisdom, that it's a can't miss. We discuss their writing process and how they pump out over 100 songs per year... year after year. Between them, they have 33 # 1 songs, winning a number of industry awards, and have written songs for some of country music's top artists like Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Brian Kelley, Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins, Terri Clark, Jamey Johnson, Chris Stapleton... the list goes on and on! Be on the listen for a little jam session by Craig Wiseman on the guitar after the closing music... ENJOY! Reach out to Craig here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigloud Big Loud Publishing Website: http://bigloudpublishing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigloud Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigloud Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigloud Reach out to Lee here: Website: http://www.leethomasmiller.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leethomasmiller More on Craig Wiseman Craig Wiseman is one of country music's most renowned, talented and distinguished writers. From his early days of writing and drumming in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to being crowned Songwriter of the Century by ASCAP, he has indeed created for himself a monumental platform in the history of country music. As the writer of songs including Brooks and Dunn's “Believe” to Blake Shelton's “Boys ‘Round Here”, Wiseman has amassed over 350 cuts, 125 singles, and 27 #1's. After moving to Nashville in 1985 to pursue a career in songwriting, he received his first chart success after having co-written “The Only One” from Roy Orbison's album, Mystery Girl. In 1990, Wiseman signed his first publishing deal with Almo/Irving Music, and ten years later, he signed with BMG Music Publishing. In 2003, Wiseman opened his own publishing company, and within the first year of the independent company's operation, Wiseman experienced the first single of the catalog; “Live Like You Were Dying” by Tim McGraw not only peaked at the top of the charts for ten weeks, but it also was named NSAI Song of the Year, CMA Song of the Year, ACM Song of the Year and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. In 2012, Wiseman co-founded Big Loud's management division, the launchpad of Florida Georgia Line, followed by Big Loud Records in 2015. Wiseman's success has continued to escalate at exponential levels throughout the years. He was proclaimed ASCAP's “Songwriter of the Year” in 2003, 2005, and 2007 in addition to being named “Writer of the Year” by NSAI and Music Row in 1997. In 2009, he received the impressive honor of NSAI's “Songwriter of the Decade” and won the 2014 Heritage Award from ASCAP as the most performed country songwriter of the century. Following those years of success, hard work & accomplishments, Wiseman was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in October of 2015. In 2017, Wiseman was honored with a CMA Triple Play Award for FGL's “Anything Goes” & Blake Shelton's “Gonna” & “Came Here To Forget.” Although his accomplishments are nothing less than extraordinary, Wiseman's talents and endeavors extend far beyond the field of songwriting. As a complement to Tim McGraw's “Live Like You Were Dying”, Wiseman co-wrote a book with the same title, which topped the New York Times Best Seller list in 2004. Additionally, he co-wrote the book A Baby Changes Everything in 2008, in conjunction with Faith Hill's #1 single. The following year, Wiseman starred in a reality TV show, The Hitmen of Music Row, which aired on GAC. For the past 15 years, Wiseman has hosted The Stars of Second Harvest Show at the Ryman, showing his philanthropic heart and giving all proceeds to the Second Harvest Food Bank Of Middle Tennessee. To date, this musical event has raised more than $1.5 million for the food bank. Craig's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigloud Big Loud Publishing Website: http://bigloudpublishing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigloud Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigloud Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigloud More on Lee Thomas Miller FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE NASHVILLE SONGWRITER'S ASSOCIATION (NSAI) 3 Time Grammy Award Nominee: 2003 Grammy nomination: “The Impossible” (Joe Nichols) Country Song of the Year: 2009 Double Grammy nomination: “You're Gonna Miss This”(Trace Adkins)- Country Song of the Year “In Color” (Jamey Johnson)- Country Song of the Year Music Row Magazine: Breakthrough Songwriter of the year 2003 Awarded one of NSAI's ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written' 2003: “The Impossible” Awarded one of NSAI's ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written' 2008: “You're Gonna Miss This” Won Song of the Year at the 2008 NSAI awards for “You're Gonna Miss This” Nominated for Song of the Year at 2008 CMA awards for “You're Gonna Miss This” 2009 Double ACM Nominee: “You're Gonna Miss This” and “In Color” for Song of the Year. Won Song of the Year at the 2009 ACM awards for “In Color” Won Music Row Magazine's 2009 Song of the Year for “In Color” Awarded one of NSAI's ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written' 2009: “In Color” Won Song of the Year at the 2009 CMA awards for "In Color" Awarded BMI's inaugural "Champion's Award" 2015 Nominated for Song of the Year at the 2018 ACM awards for "Whiskey and You" #1 Country Singles: “The Impossible” (Joe Nichols)** “I Just Wanna Be Mad” (Terri Clark)** “The World” (Brad Paisley)** “You're Gonna Miss This” (Trace Adkins)*“I'm Still A Guy” (Brad Paisley)“Southern Girl” (Tim McGraw) "Perfect Storm" (Brad Paisley) (*received BMI Million Play Award) (**received BMI 2 Million Play Award) Other top 10 singles: "It Aint My Fault" (Brothers Osborne) #9 "Crushin' It" (Brad Paisley) #7 “In Color” (Jamey Johnson) #7 “Nothing To Die For” (Tim McGraw) #5 “Jesus In Disguise” (Brandon Heath) #8 "Just A Girl" (Brandon Heath) #8 Other top 20 singles: “Something To Do With My Hands” (Thomas Rhett) #15 “Crying On A Suitcase” (Casey James) #14 “Leaving Eden” (Brandon Heath) #17 Cuts include: Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Dierks Bentley, Josh Turner, Brad Paisley, Joe Nichols, Terri Clark, John Michael Montgomery, Sammy Kershaw, Andy Griggs, Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Travis, Rhett Akins, Blue County, Billy Currington, Craig Morgan, The Wreckers, Chris Young, Blackhawk, Mark Wills Production credits include Curb recording artist Steve Holy including the 2006 #1 single: “Brand New Girlfriend” and 2010 top 20 single "Love Don't Run" Website: http://www.leethomasmiller.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leethomasmiller
Thomas Rhett's dad talks to us about him as a kid and what it was like seeing him become who he is today.
From field parties to “shot and a chaser” releases, Noah Hicks knows how to put out a song with a bang. Not to mention, anyone who can get a cut and a video with Rhett Akins this early in their career has to have something going for them. Check out this week’s episode where we […]
On the heels of his latest album, Country Again: Side A, country star Thomas Rhett discusses how being born into country music royalty (he's the son of singer Rhett Akins) made him feel like he had something to prove. Musician Michelle Zauner, a.k.a. Japanese Breakfast, opens up about her new memoir, Crying in H Mart, which explores her complicated relationship with her late mother, and how cooking Korean food helped her cope with profound grief. The artists and key contributors to the most important rap collaboration in Canadian history, Northern Touch, reflect on the song's impact then and now.
Mark Wright has to his credit tens of millions of units in sales, if not more, and a huge number of number one singles that he wrote, published, or produced as well as several major awards. He grew up loving the business of music. Mark's father was a music director for schools in his local area and he was a member of the All State Choir. He chose to continue studying music when he went to college and then went right into the industry immediately after graduation. He knew that his life was going to be dedicated to music. Mark started his career as a songwriter and later realized that his favorite part of the process was the production. He spent the next several decades helping artists realize their vision of having hit records including Reba McEntire, Clint Black, Amy Grant, Kenny Rogers, George Strait, Mark Chesnutt, Lee Ann Womack, and Rhett Akins. Show Highlights: [00:10] Learn about Mark Wright's industry credits and accolades. [02:39] Mark shares the highlights of his early days learning music. [04:12] Who did he listen to growing up? [05:00] Did he know what he wanted to do when he went to Belmont College? [07:27] How did he start out in the industry? [09:59] Mark chats about his first publishing experience. [10:53] What happened between his songwriting stint and his transition to production? [12:20] Did he have a signature in his production process? [14:58] As a producer how involved did he get in the song arrangement? [16:40] What is his process for working with artists and cutting records with them? [20:42] Was he surprised when “I Hope You Dance” crossed over to the pop charts? [21:48] Did he have to deal with a bunch of challenges with artists? [22:48] How does he handle differences of opinion with the artists? [24:32] Is it different working with singers versus instrumentalists? [26:42] Are we missing things by not being able to record in the same room at the same time? [28:23] Learn how various people are approaching this new realm of recording. [29:59] Hear a good story about working with Brooks & Dunn. [32:55] What was it like working with Clint Black? [35:16] Did he have a good experience working with Trisha Yearwood? [36:43] Hear more about working with Rhett Akins. [39:03] How does he feel about his time working with various record labels on the corporate side? [42:29] What's he looking forward to in his life and career? LINKS & RESOURCES Mark Wright: Mark Wright (record procucer) Mark Wright Biography by AllMusic Songs Discussed During The Interview:Lee Ann Womack - I Hope You Dance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RV-Z1YwaOiw Today My World Slipped Away - George Strait https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uc4orZ444s Mark Chesnutt - Too Cold At Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3800PSW4vQ Mark Chesnutt - Bubba Shot The Jukebox https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=439jqiY0Eto Mark Chesnutt - Gonna Get A Life https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yH7DC8kjU0 Gretchen Wilson - Redneck Woman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82dDnv9zeLs Bruno Mars - Uptown Funk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPf0YbXqDm0 Episodes Mentioned: Episode 36 Rhett Akins: Hit Songwriter & Recording Artist 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. Sponsor: Kushner Entertainment Check out Andy's Other Podcast: The Wedding Biz
How did people get started in the industry before platforms like The Voice and American Idol? For many, their breaks came by producing and circulating demos of the songs they'd written. The big goal? Become a recording artist. The short-term goal? Have someone else record their songs and start making a name for themselves. This is exactly what happened for hit country songwriter and recording artist Rhett Akins. After dropping out of college and spending time working at his father's oil and gas company, he started creating demos and submitting them to the big companies. One of those demos led him to record his own album and he has since spent the last 25 years helping to change the world of country music. He's had numerous number one hits and has hit the triple threat charts multiple times. His work is truly prolific and it all started with him and his brothers creating a “band” in their bedroom. Rhett has a love of music that has pushed him through good and bad times in the industry and it will sustain him as we move into a new era of writing and recording. Listen as he and Andy discuss his early days in the industry, the motivation behind his songs, and one of the biggest downfalls of the industry. Rhett is extremely open about his experiences and even takes the time to sing one of his favorite songs. This is one interview you won't want to miss if you're craving that down-to-Earth soulfulness and vibe from the artists you love. Show Highlights: [00:10] Rhett Akins has spent the last 25 years changing the world of country music. Learn more. [01:36] How Andy and Rhett connected. [03:00] Rhett shares his favorite songs and genres of music. [04:54] More about his early musical career with his brothers. [05:53] Dig into his college years and why he left school. [07:16] Why he chose to work for his father's oil and gas company. [08:12] The story behind him becoming a demo singer and songwriter. [10:15] How the process worked on his first album. [13:26] Why his songs helped to engage the crowd during live performances. [14:50] One of the biggest issues in the music industry. [17:45] What have been some of the difficult parts of this business for Rhett? [21:09] Learn more about the facets of the music business and songwriting. [24:18] How a track can inspire and lead to an entire song. [27:15] All about the Peach Pickers, Rhett's regular writing group. [29:53] More about how their sound evolved. [32:46] Why “I Lived It” is one of his favorite songs. [35:54] Rhett performs the song live. [39:16] How does he look back on his career and what he's accomplished. [41:57] Has the pandemic affected his attitude, mood, or career? [44:53] What he's looking forward to in the near future. LINKS & RESOURCES Rhett Akins: www.rhettakins.com https://www.facebook.com/RhettAkins https://www.instagram.com/officialrhettakins/ Songs discussed: Take A Back Road, Rodney Atkins https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7KgmvTVmeQ Boys Around Here, Blake Shelton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4y8tyE5EyKI I Lived It, Blake Shelton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXQVT8aagcc Mentioned during the interview: Episode 30 Jeremy Stover: Hit Country Songwriter and Producer 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. Sponsor: Kushner Entertainment Check out Andy's Other Podcast: The Wedding Biz
Ben Vaughn is the President/CEO of Warner/Chappell Nashville. Prior to that, he was the youngest executive to head a major publisher in Nashville, as EVP & GM at EMI. Vaughn started out running an independent music publishing company at the age of 20. Today, he works with some of the biggest songwriters and artists in music including Thomas Rhett, Rhett Akins, Jesse Frasure, Nicolle Galyon, Liz Rose, Dan + Shay and many more. The Nashville Briefing
This is part two of our interview with Jeff. There was so much great stuff in the interview that we had to create two parts. Jeff King is one of the top session and touring guitarists in Nashville, TN. He is known for his musicality, amazing tones, and his ability to create a fun atmosphere in any room. Jeff has played live or in the studio for Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Mindy McCready, Patty Loveless, Lee Roy Parnell, Ty Herndon, Jo Dee Messina, Randy Travis, Bryan White, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Statler Brothers, Alabama, Art Garfunkel, Rhett Akins, BlackHawk, Chely Wright, Trace Adkins, Julie Roberts, Josh Turner, Luke Bryan, Kenny Loggins, Lee Brice, Englebert Humperdinck, Montgomery Gentry, and so many more. In part 2 Jacob and Jeff talk about how to best serve an artist and producer on a recording session, how to properly read a room, and why he won't put powdered creamer in his coffee. Check out all of Jeff's album credits at Allmusic.com Follow Jeff on Instagram @jeffkingnashville Follow us on Instagram @thesidemanchronicles Follow Jacob on Instagram @jacoblowerymusic Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe
This is part one of our interview with Jeff. There was so much great stuff in the interview that we had to create two parts. Jeff King is one of the top session and touring guitarists in Nashville, TN. He is known for his musicality, amazing tones, and his ability to create a fun atmosphere in any room. Jeff has played live or in the studio for Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Mindy McCready, Patty Loveless, Lee Roy Parnell, Ty Herndon, Jo Dee Messina, Randy Travis, Bryan White, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Statler Brothers, Alabama, Art Garfunkel, Rhett Akins, BlackHawk, Chely Wright, Trace Adkins, Julie Roberts, Josh Turner, Luke Bryan, Kenny Loggins, Lee Brice, Englebert Humperdinck, Montgomery Gentry, and so many more. In part 1 Jacob and Jeff talk about his early days in East Tennessee, playing his plywood guitar, a few of his pranks, how he got his start in the Nashville touring and session scene, and the time he rode around on Rick Hall's tractor. Check out all of Jeff's album credits at Allmusic.com Follow Jeff on Instagram @jeffkingnashville Follow us on Instagram @thesidemanchronicles Follow Jacob on Instagram @jacoblowerymusic Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe
Growing up as the son of Rhett Akins, who had a successful country music artist career in the 90’s, Thomas Rhett spent a lot of time around other country stars as a kid. One of his most memorable Halloweens, for example, happened at Reba McEntire's home where the icon actually put him in "time out." Thomas explains:
We had the pleasure of interviewing Manny Blu over Zoom audio! Country recording artist, Manny Blu will release a new EP, titled New Ink, on November 13, 2020. Manny’s debut single off the record, "Born To Ride," is now available and perfectly lays the groundwork for what is to come.Bringing to life a completely different side of the Montreal native, New Ink speaks directly to what Manny himself calls the "true heart" of the band's live shows: "There's more rock, more soul, and more volume this time around. It's bigger and louder, but it's still me. And more importantly, it's still fun."With his amplified mix of country twang and heavy rock & roll attitude, Manny brings his rebellious outlaw vibe to country music, creating an original sound that makes room for his blues and rock upbringing. While influenced by Brantley Gilbert, The Cadillac Three, and Jason Aldean, each of the five tracks heard on New Ink live in an edgy new space with rock-based instrumentals at the forefront. Recorded at OmniSound Studios in Nashville and produced by Aaron Eshuis, its rock-forward approach is fitting since the title stems from one of Manny's favorite bands, Mötley Crüe, and their album New Tattoo. One look at Manny, and it's no secret that he's a fan of tattoos-but to him New Ink means more than just thinking about the next one, for him, it's the release of his inner creative expression and his new sound to the world.The first single off of New Ink, "Born To Ride," is a track about finding that 'ride or die' person who will have your back as much as you have theirs—written by top songwriters Rhett Akins, Ross Copperman, and Josh Osborne, the track debuts today with a lyric video that provides a snapshot of Manny's acclaimed live shows.Consisting of four additional tracks telling the stories of real-life through love and heartbreak, Manny's upcoming EP displays substantial growth. Not only has 2020 already been a landmark year when it comes to streaming for the up-and-coming artist, it has also led to the development of global expansion with the addition of teams in the US, Canada, and the UK."Music is one of the most powerful elements to someone's life," said Manny when talking of the story behind the EP. "I think it can make what someone is going through ok, it can motivate, and empower people–so I tried to add a little piece of each of those things into New Ink."Manny continues to bring his vibe to country music–a sound he introduced with Leave It Like It Is, his debut record (2019) that earned him thousands of new fans and presented him with the opportunity to hit the road across Canada and the US. Last spring, Manny spent two months crossing Canada while opening for George Canyon's "Hit After Hit Tour" and then headlined his Canadian tour to close out the year. Earlier this spring, Manny crossed the US and Canada on another headlining tour. Fans can expect new show announcements in the coming months.ABOUT MANNY BLU:Manny Blu has always been a fighter. Years before he crisscrossed North America as an acclaimed country singer and a true road warrior-playing nightly shows in support of his 2019 debut album Leave It Like It Is, while also sharpening the larger-than-life sound that would fill his 2020 follow-up EP New Ink, Manny spent his days in the gym, training for a career as an MMA fighter.Traveling often to Nashville from his hometown of Montreal, he began piecing together a new record–one that showcased the lessons he learned on the road. Working with producer Aaron Eshuis and hit songwriters like Josh Osborne, Rhett Atkins, and Ross Copperman, Manny Blu emerged from Nashville's OmniSound Studios with New Ink. From "Born To Ride" to "Sink," these new songs tell relatable stories about love, loss, breakups, and everything in between, rooted in an amplified mix of country twang and heavy rock & roll attitude."I wanted the album to sound the way we do live," says Manny. "There's more rock, more soul, and more volume this time around. It's bigger and louder, but it's still me. And more importantly, it's still fun."Raised as a versatile athlete who played hockey, soccer, and football before kickstarting his MMA training at 16-years-old, Manny Blu hasn't lost that fighting spirit. If anything, he's gotten stronger, learning to roll with the punches and knock down any obstacles in his path. New Ink, with its hard-hitting hooks and country-rock edge, is the soundtrack to a career on the rise–and Manny Blu is ready to deliver a knockout blow. New Ink will be available on November 13, 2020.We want to hear from you! Please email Tera@BringinitBackwards.com.www.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #foryou #foryoupage #stayhome #togetherathome #zoom #aspn #americansongwriter #americansongwriterpodcastnetworkListen & Subscribe to BiBFollow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter!
It's a tough business we work in. Often times we're working from paycheck to paycheck, and some items such as health insurance can be considered a luxury to those that work in the trenches, trying to make a living in the music industry. Then there's Music Health Alliance. Founded in 2013 with the goal of helping find affordable (and in some cases, next to nothing in cost) health / medical insurance for anyone who works within the music business. Shelia Shipley Biddy who is the COO and Senior Advisor for MHA discusses what options are available for anyone who works in the music biz, and is seeking to find the medical insurance coverage that they can actually afford. With over 4 decades of diverse music industry experience and a continued passion for the well being of music and its makers, Shelia Shipley Biddy is the perfect advocate for the music industry. Her career began in an entry-level position at the legendary Monument Records (home to Roy Orbison, Larry Gatlin, and Kris Kristofferson). Over the next eight years, she worked her way up the ranks of RCA and MCA to become Vice President of Promotion at MCA and most notably, the first woman to sit at the helm of a major record label in Music City. During her tenure with MCA, the label was named Country Label of the Year seven times by Billboard Magazine, three times by R&R Magazine, and the promotion department garnered over 137 # 1 singles under her leadership. Shelia went on to become senior vice president and general manager of Decca Records, another first for a woman in Nashville. Decca's roster included Mark Chesnutt, Lee Ann Womack, Gary Allan, Rhett Akins, Chris Knight, and others. Shelia has continued to leave a positive mark on music as an artist manager and partner with Hallmark Direction Company and as President of Flying Island Entertainment. Shelia was voted Gavin Magazine's Country Promotion Vice President of the Year on three occasions, and Nashville Life Magazine named her one of Nashville's Top 25 Most Influential Women and named one of Billboard Magazine's 2019 Top 100 Country Power Players. She was presented with the Country Radio Broadcasters President's Award recognizing her significant contribution to the marketing, production, growth and development of the Country Radio Seminar and the services that CRB provides to the country radio and music communities. In 2012, she was inducted into the SOURCE Hall of Fame, an organization she co-founded in 1991 to support female executives in the Nashville music industry. She is a 1992 Alumni and past President of Leadership Music. She has served on the Boards of Country Radio Broadcasters, Leadership Music, Academy of Country Music, NARAS, Nashville Film Commission, and the Music Industry Retirement Center. She is also a member of Brentwood Baptist Church. Shelia has been married to a music publisher, Ken Biddy, for over 27 years and together they share a blended family of five children and six grandchildren. Shelia's addition to the MHA team is like coming home. In addition to utilizing her executive experience to develop the operations of MHA, she is implementing the MHA Senior Care programs and services for the family she has been a part of for over forty years. The Business Side of Music ™ © 2020 Beyond the Music Co-Produced & Hosted (by the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender Co-Producer, Creator & Technical Advisor (the man behind the curtain): Tom Sabella Audio Engineer (one really cool guy): Jim Tennaboe Director of Video & Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Lighting Director (the inventor of video): Mark Pleasant Marketing & Social Media: Kaitlin Fritts All Around Problem Solver: Connie Ribas Recorded at: The Coffee House and Underground Bunker in Franklin, TN (except during the COVID 19 pandemic, then it's pretty much done VIA Skype or over the phone, with the exception for those fearless enough to come to Bob Bender's living room… and there are a few). Mixed & Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Website: businesssideofmusic.com Stream or Download (free) businesssideofmusic.com To submit to be interviewed: musicpodcast@mail.com Sponsorship information businesssideofmusic.com/sponsor-affiliate/ Join our mailing list for show announcements, career advice, industry discounts, free gifts, and more. Like Free Special Thanks to Tom Sabella and Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original “Business Side of Music” podcast, and trusting us to carry on their legacy. For our disclaimer and all its details, please click on the applicable link on our website. The music provided for this episode is from: Artist: Cheryl B. Engelhardt Single: Earthshine Album: Luminary (2019) Composer: Cheryl B. Engelhardt Website: www.iamluminary.com
The pollen coughs are getting us all in trouble. Claire dyed her roots herself and they came out, well, good enough. In the What Are You Kidding Me stories, YouTube sensation “Double Rainbow” guy has died, the main street of a town on the border between two states has different COVID restaurant rules per side, and a criminal was captured because he farted. Thomas Rhett calls to talk about life, family, and music; Fitz put his foot in his mouth with Thomas’ dad Rhett Akins getting a song title really wrong! In the Hourly Bulletin, educators examine alternative Fall school schedules, King County may mandate masks, Bellevue and Tacoma cancel July 4th, a stolen-car driver leads police on triple-digit-speed chase, Inslee releases guidelines for restaurants reopening when Phase 2 happens, farmers giving away potatoes at Tacoma Dome Thursday, Baseball may return in July. In the Fitz Files, Garth spontaneously releases half his new album, the “Voice” has an amazing group singalong and fun home videos of the judges, including Blake playing with duckies, Bill Murray and Guy Fieri are hosting a Nachos Showdown for charity, and “Hamilton” is coming to Disney+. In The Good Stuff, a family got around social distancing rules Mother’s Day by inventing a “Hug Glove” which is a plastic sheet with arms in it. On Make Up or Break Up, Anna from Snoqualmie says her boyfriend Mike is obsessed with home security with cameras all over the inside of their home and is using them to watch her while he’s at work. Mama Fitz has a jazzy, sultry new “Quarantune” so good that Barry AllDayEveryDay could be Fitz’s new Daddy! Playlist Profiling is Drew’s Girlfriend Jyl and even though he had no idea it’s her, Drew Wins! Claire learned about www.MissingMoney.com because her brother found $800 in her dad’s name but she thinks it’s a scam.
Sykamore’s songwriting is equal parts country and pop, mixing intimate reflection and empathetic storytelling with instantly memorable hooks and sing-along choruses that capture the emotional rollercoaster of youth and young love. Her arrangements are eclectic and infectious to match, drawing on everything from George Strait to George Michael with performances that practically beg you to hit the highway with the volume up and the windows down. The result is an infectious collection all about honesty and vulnerability, about the strength and freedom we can unlock by embracing our truest selves, delivered by an artist who’s learned everything she knows from a lifetime of listening. The Daughter of two rodeo diehards from stampede country Canada, it only makes sense that Sykamore’s passion and fire would burst out of the badlands as it lead her to many opportunities, like being nominated for the prestigious CCMA Discovery Award in 2015 to eventually moving to Nashville and releasing her first EP in 2017. The connection that led there, a twitter conversation with songwriting heavyweight Rhett Akins, who took an interest in her music and eventually began assisting her with the foundation she had already begun to build. Which leads us to today, in which Sykamore is now proud to release her 2nd EP California King, the first to feature the lessons and influences that her travels and experiences in Nashville have brought her, and what she feels is also the best representation of herself as an artist so far as she lets go of barriers and embraces other influences from her youth. Sykamore joins the DTP to discuss her journey to Nashville, how she has grown as an artist with her new EP California King, and tells us just exactly what a California King is.
What up y'all? This week country music singer/songwriter Rhett Akins joins me as he talks about some of his hits, moving to Nashville, playing football at Georgia and now watching his son sellout arenas. Plus, Travis and I catch up on what the last week has been like working at home.
What up y'all? This week country music singer/songwriter Rhett Akins joins me as he talks about some of his hits, moving to Nashville, playing football at Georgia and now watching his son sellout arenas. Plus, Travis and I catch up on what the last week has been like working at home.
Erin Austin and Nick Russo start off with a talk about Valentine's Day and how much couples spend on their gifts, being single on Valentine's Day and how to tell if you're the sidepiece of a relationship 00-10:15 Nick talks about planning a relationship and his cruise history 10:15 - 14:00 Conversation turns to Natalie Hollaway in Aruba 14:00 - 17:30 Thomas Rhett and Lauren welcome 3rd daughter and Rhett Akins & wife Sonya are expecting a baby 17:30 - 19:00 Families where the niece/nephew is older than the aunt/uncle 19:00 27:00 Meeting people organically in dating 27:00 -29:00 Luke Combs is Vegan 29:00-Close
CBS Sports Digital's Jonathan Leifheit returns to discuss ACC sports, including Clemson Football's loss in the CFP National Championship –– and Clemson Basketball's historic wins at North Carolina and at Littlejohn Coliseum against No. 3 Duke. Music Row maven Preshias Harris recounts her weekend trip to John Rich's "Mount Richmore" estate, where the singer-songwriter unveiled pork jerky and adult beverage products. Also, host Jon Rawl discusses the atmospheric downside of being a Southerner in the month of January.
Thomas Rhett announces on this episode that him and his wife are expecting another baby in February and he knows the gender! Thomas Rhett also talks to Bobby about what it was like growing up with a famous dad (Rhett Akins), what it’s like to prepare and play live on SNL, writing sad country songs with Chris Stapleton and what’s next in his career. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Rhett Akins has an impressive 38 No. 1 songs (and counting) and some great stories too! He talks about meeting Blake Shelton for the first time and going to see his son Thomas Rhett play a headlining show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Join host Mitch Petrie as he catches ACM Songwriter of the Decade, Rhett Akins on the Thomas Rhett on the Very Hot Summer Tour as it passes through Mitch's home state of Minnesota.
Outlaws, renegades, peyote trips, and new music with one of the fathers of Outlaw Country, Chris Gantry. Chris takes us through his life with Kris Kristofferson, Shel Silverstein, hit songs, and peyote trips. Chris' latest project, Nashlantis is out now and available to stream everywhere. Chris Gantry is noted as being one of the founders of Outlaw Country. In a time where rhinestones and "flowers" were happening in country music. There was a crew of artists and writers that simply wanted to write about who they were. Hence the birth of Outlaw Country with notable writers like Chris; Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Shel Silverstein, etc. Originally from New York City and also working in the Brill Building, Chris made the journey to Nashville in the early 60's. A time of war, culture shifts, and even music shifts. In conversation, he mentions his first stop, who he met, and what the vibe of Nashville was like for the "outlaw" crew. We also tap into the accessibility of Nashville in the early recording days. Like walking in Chet Atkins office to learn a riff on the guitar. Not too much later Chris' struck gold when he had a major cut from Glen Cambell from his tune, "Dreams of the Everyday Housewife". Other notable cuts include Johnny Cash's "Allegheny", Rhett Akins, and "Good Friends" with Reba Mcintire. We walk through the history and climate of starting in the "outlaw" genre and his feelings toward music sounding the same. Even in today's radio country. Chris shares his outlook in writing (that includes a major award-winning play that he wrote). By staying fresh and always releasing material, it's obvious Chris is always moving forward. Nashlantis is no different. Continuing to push the limits for himself and experiencing the world around him. Nashlantis, is a look at Chris' state of mind and coming to terms where he is in life. Nashlantis is out now on all platforms and can be streamed and bought from www.dragcity.com
Bobby talks about what he’s having to do now to get his dog to stop chewing. Rhett Akins who has stops by for the Friday morning conversation and talks about the 29 No. 1 hits he has written and touring with his son, Thomas Rhett. Eddie wants to work at Gwyneth Paltrow new store opening in town. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Thomas Rhett announces on this episode that him and his wife are expecting another baby in February and he knows the gender! Thomas Rhett also talks to Bobby about what it was like growing up with a famous dad (Rhett Akins), what it’s like to prepare and play live on SNL, writing sad country songs with Chris Stapleton and what’s next in his career. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Rhett Akins joins Bill Cody on July 9, 2019 recorded at the WSM Studios. Rhett stopped by to share some stories, and talk about The Peach Pickers upcoming show at the Ryman Auditorium!
Thomas Rhett is out on the road headlining the VHS Tour and Ty Bailey caught up with him backstage at the show! His dad, Rhett Akins, is along for the tour this summer and admits that his daughters LOVE watching shows...but they'll only make it about 5 songs in to his set before it's time for bed!
With 28 No. 1 hit singles and counting, Rhett Akins is the 2018 ACM Songwriter of the Year. Rhett is an award-winning songwriter known for chart-toppers like “It Goes Like This” (Thomas Rhett - RIAA Certified Platinum), “Honey Bee” (Blake Shelton - RIAA Certified Platinum), “Huntin’, Fishin’, And Lovin’ Every Day” (Luke Bryan - RIAA Certified Platinum), “When She Says Baby” (Jason Aldean - RIAA Certified Platinum), and many, many more.
Rhett Akins has an impressive 38 No. 1 songs (and counting) and some great stories too! He talks about meeting Blake Shelton for the first time and going to see his son Thomas Rhett play a headlining show. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Bob DiPiero has written 15 #1 hits, including “Southern Voice” for Tim McGraw, “If You Ever Stop Loving Me” for Montgomery Gentry, “Blue Clear Sky” for George Strait, “Daddy’s Money” for Ricochet, “The Church on Cumberland Road” for Shenandoah, “Money in the Bank” for John Anderson, “Little Rock” for Reba McEntire, and “American Made” for The Oak Ridge Boys. Neal McCoy’s recording of his song “Wink” stayed at #1 for 4 weeks in 1994 and was named BMI’s most performed country song of the year. Other highlights from DiPiero’s catalog include Faith Hill’s “Take Me As I Am,” Reba McEntire’s “Till You Love Me,” George Strait’s "Cowboys Like Us" and Vince Gill’s “Worlds Apart, which was named Song of the Year at the Country Radio Music Awards in 1997. Other artists who’ve recorded Bob’s songs include Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Travis Tritt, Rhett Akins, Billy Ray Cyrus, Patty Loveless, The Mavericks, Marty Stuart, Darius Rucker, Etta James, Martina McBride, Neil Diamond, Trace Adkins, Steve Wariner, Lonestar, Tracy Byrd, Sunny Sweeney, Easton Corbin, Toby Keith, and Little Feat with Bob Seger. Bob received Oscar and Golden Globe nominations for his song “Coming Home,” which Gwyneth Paltrow performed for the film Country Strong. He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007, was named Songwriter of the Year at the Nashville Music Awards in 1998, and received the prestigious BMI Icon award in 2017.
Jim Casey talks with Lee Brice about: • early mornings with his three kids, Takoda, Ryker and Trulee • his five-month-old daughter, Trulee • releasing his self-titled studio album on Nov. 3 • why he decided to self-title the album (the Metallica effect) • building the album on an organic level via the instrumentation • putting every bit of himself into the new album • co-producing the new album • co-writing 11 songs on the album with the likes of Ross Copperman, Dallas Davidson, Rhett Akins and more • co-writing "Story to Tell" with Edwin McCain, a song that features Warren Haynes on guitar • current single, "Boy," and what his two sons think about it • making the video for "Boy" • recording "The Best Part of Me" for his daughter • spending family time in South Carolina this winter • hitting the road in January Quote Worthy: • Lee Brice: "Edwin McCain was my hero growing up. He's from South Carolina. Growing up it was him and Garth . . . they were two of my biggest influences. I was able to get in touch with [Edwin]. I called him up . . . and he came to Nashville. We wrote two songs that night. It was like I'd known him my whole life. And then I decided that one of the songs ["Story to Tell"] was for sure going on the record, so I asked him if he would come sing on it . . . he's so talented and so smart and so funny. It was crazy to be able to go make music with one of my heroes." Show Participants: • Lee Brice • Jim Casey, NCD editor in chief
This writer has not only been a successful solo artist, with his #1 hit “Don’t Get Me Started” but has also written chart toppers for some of country music’s biggest names. He’s had 28 #1 singles (and counting), was named the #4 Billboard Country Songwriter, and has earned BMI’s Songwriter of the Year award twice. He co-wrote Blake Shelton’s “Honey Bee,” which became the highest selling digital debut by a country male solo artist. He’s won six CMA Triple Play Awards (presented to a songwriter who has penned three #1 singles in 12 months) and this year it was announced that he’s had at least one song in the Country Airplay charts every week for the past seven years straight. And The Writer Is… Rhett Akins! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When Kix is away...it’s all up to Suzanne and Lonnie to take the reins in Episode 12. Suzanne shares her thoughts on new music from Hunter Hayes. Plus, the pair discuss Big & Rich's single "California," how you buy an island which Tim and Faith know a thing or two about, and more.
Rhett Akins - Proud Father & Hit Songwriter by Sam Alex
As a professional Nashville songwriter since 1978, Byron Hill has written songs released on seventy-seven RIAA certified Gold and Platinum albums and singles, earning ten ASCAP awards, thirty-two U.S. and Canadian top-ten chart hits, and numerous hits in other worldwide markets. Since signing his first publishing deal in Nashville in 1978, his recorded catalog spans 4 decades and includes more than 700 recordings of his songs recorded by Ray Charles, Alabama, George Strait, Jason Aldean, Mark Chesnutt, Kenny Rogers, Don Williams, John Michael Montgomery, Anne Murray, Juice Newton, Joe Nichols, Randy Travis, Keith Whitley, Gary Allan, Rhonda Vincent, Johnny Lee, Blackhawk, Tracy Byrd, Neal McCoy, Trace Adkins, Tommy Overstreet, Gil Grand, Asleep At The Wheel, Dionne Warwick, George Jones, Toby Keith, Gene Watson, Margo Smith, Tom Wopat, Mark Wills, The Kendalls, Porter Wagoner, Reba McEntire, Sammy Kershaw, Ed Bruce, Moe Bandy, Clint Eastwood, Gord Bamford, Joe Diffie, Brooks & Dunn, The Road Hammers, Conway Twitty, Highway 101, Doug Stone, Barbara Mandrell, Mel McDaniel, Rhett Akins, The Oak Ridge Boys, Ricky Van Shelton, Hey Romeo, The Boom Chucka Boys, and many others. Byron’s work with Canadian artists including Marie Bottrell, Gil Grand, Gord Bamford, Hey Romeo, The Boom Chucka Boys, and others, has earned him CCMA Songwriter Of The Year in 2012, and CCMA Producer Of The Year in 2008, 2010, 2012, and 2013. Byron currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), and is a staff songwriter at Dan Hodges Music LLC. For more details, click on the About menu link on this website. Tune in to hear the stories behind the hits, all about Byron's new work with Ontario's own Gil Grand and find out which artist Byron is still hoping will record one of his songs.
En Noviembre de 2015 el músico y arreglista italiano GIORGIO MORODER, pionero de la música electrónica desde los años 70, se suma a las versiones de TOM DINERS con la colaboración de BRITNEY SPEARS y regresa a la lista de éxitos en Argentina donde A charts la ubica como un TOP 8. MALU es en Noviembre de 2015 un debut exitoso al llegar directamente al TOP 4en España según Top 40 charts con CENIZAS, su nuevo Global Hit.El nuevo sencillo de DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE titulado THE GOSTH OF BEVERLY DRIVE gusta en el circuito indie rock de Canadá, Australia, Nueva Zelanda, Estados Unidos y algunos países europeos. Según mundo alternativo de Top 40 charts es # 5 a nivel mundial en su género. Crystal Waters sigue causando furor en los clubes del mundo con SYNERGY, un tema que cuenta con la colaboración de Sted – E y Hybrid Heights. SYNERGY esta super- pegada en todos los clubes y es # 1 a nivel internacional según Dance Music World, en electrónica un Global HitDaddy Yankee está nominado a tres Grammy Latino. Su nuevo tema VAIVEN viene cargado de ritmo y genera un cambio en el reguetón tradicional con experimentos de acordes electrónicos. Daddy Yankee de gira por México, Estados Unidos y Latinoamérica reafirma porque se le considera un icono en el reguetón.KENJI GIRAC tiene pegada ME QUEMO una canción en Franpanol Francés y Español que según top 40 charts llega directamente al número cinco del listado de éxitos francés.El hijo de Rhett Akins de jovencito toco la batería en los conciertos de su padre hasta que se independizo. Ha tenido cinco canciones en el country airplay, y en noviembre de 2015 es # 1 del género en estados Unidos y Canada con DIE A HAPPY MAN. Con 8 millones de transmisiones en Vevo, RETHH AKINS en country es un nuevo Global Hit. MIKE POSNER es el Nuevo # 1 de las canciones dance/trance a nivel mundial según top 40 charts con el sencillo I TOOK A PILL IN IBIZA, una canción que comenzó a pegar en Noruega y hoy es un himno en la escena dance=electrónica de Europa. El nuevo súper global hit de Calvin Harris es How Deep is your love, top 5 en Inglaterra, Suiza, Suecia, España, Suráfrica, Polonia, Francia, Dinamarca, Alemania y Hungría y #1 en Australia, Bélgica, Grecia Israel, Holanda y Rusia. Para noviembre de 2015 CALI Y EL DANDEE en compañía de Juan Magan y Sebastián Yatra son sensación en España con POR FIN TE ENCONTRE, según A charts # 3, su nuevo Global Hit.HELLO escrita e interpretada por la cantante inglesa ADELE es una balada potente con influencia de musca Soul que impone nuevos records como ser la primera canción en la historia en vender un millón de copias digitales en la primera semana de haber salido al mercado, y ser la canción más vista en una semana con 27,7 millones de transmisiones en VEVOHELLO DE ADELE # 1 en Australia, USA Canada, Bélgica, Francia, Republica Checa, Grecia, Líbano, Italia, Israel, Nueva Zelanda, Holanda, Japón, Portugal, Eslovaquia, Corea del sur, Suráfrica, España y top 5 en 104 países más. HELLO DE ADELE 350 millones de visitas en YouTube, El top de Global Hits
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.
Songwriters Ben Hayslip and Rhett Akins have tons of number one hits between the two of them, so when you add Jason Aldean to the mix…you’re almost guaranteed to have another big hit. “When She Says Baby” is the latest single written by Ben and Rhett that was picked up by Jason, and sure enough…it took the top spot on the charts in no time. We caught up with them at a party to celebrate that song’s success.
Georgia boy Billy Currington is enjoying his latest run of success. Since he signed his first label deal with Mercury Records just over ten years ago, he's put out five studio albums, charted eleven top forty hits, and celebrated seven number ones. We had achance to catch up with Billy and writers Ashley Gorley, Chris DeStefano, and Rhett Akins to celebrate the success of his latest number one "Hey Girl."
In our last segment, we featured the celebration for “Round Here” from Florida Georgia Line. This was a huge day for one of the writers of that song, Thomas Rhett, as he also was able to celebrate his very first number one as an artist. Here is more with Thomas and writers Ben Hayslip, Jimmy Robbins, and his dad Rhett Akins.
Justin Moore has a lot to celebrate these days. The Valory Records artist released his “Off The Beaten Path” album in September, and it didn’t take long for the lead single “Point At You” to take the top spot on the charts, propelling the album also to the top spot on the charts. We had a chance to catch up with Justin and “Point At You” songwriters Ross Copperman, Ben Hayslip and Rhett Akins at the popular Nashville nightspot The Stage to celebrate that song’s success.
Tyler Farr has gone "Redneck Crazy" with the release of his debut album. After moving to Music City from Missouri, he got a gig at Tootsie's downtown and worked his way to the stage. He soon began writing with Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson and Ben Hayslip, otherwise known as the Peach Pickers, and a publishing deal and record contract with Columbia Nashville soon followed. We had a chance to catch up with Tyler at a release party for that long-awaited album.
Join us this week as we celebrate the 4th year anniversary of our show and welcome the country rock band, The Jeremy Graham Band. Hailing from Augusta, GA., this band has been around the world. From touring all over the USA performing for their loyal fans and making more along the way to overseas entertaining our troops. They have their own tour bus and play for thousands of people every week. They are the hottest country-rock band in the Southeastern US. Jeremy has been singing since he could walk, just like every artist, but music doesn't make an artist - LIFE does. The road behind Jeremy Graham is paved with blood, sweat, tears, bus parts and friends for life. The road ahead adds a production/management deal with Monsta Nash in Nashville, new music co-written with seasoned songwriters, a crew of supporters in Nashville and plenty of goosebumps for his fans. Over the past years, the band has had the privilege of working with some of the most talented entertainers in the country music industry. They nclude: Jason Aldean, Kellie Pickler, Lee Brice, Buddy Jewell, Lee Ann Womack, Darryl Worley, Jamey Johnson, Crossin Dixin, Rhett Akins, and many more! We will talk with Jeremy about their upcoming schedule, get a behind the scenes look at their music, feature their latest songs and ask him to share his message for the troops. Please be sure to visit The Jeremy Graham Band at http://www.thejeremygrahamband.com/ and spread the word. Fans are welcome to call in and speak live with Jeremy 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 blogtalkradio 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. Join us, Sunday 8/4/2013 at 4 PM EDT! Our message to the troops....WE do what we do, because YOU do what you do.
We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of Billy Ray Cyrus as he has just wrapped another movie project here in Middle Tennessee. "Like A Country Song" was filmed all over downtown Nashville and the surrounding area and is expected to hit theaters in November. Tracy Lawrence is also in the news as he is set to relase his next project "Headlights, Tallights and Radios." This is the first full studio album Tracy has put out in several years and will hit stores August 20th. Billy Currington is also releasing a new album on September 17th called "We Are Tonight." You've probably already heard the lead single "Hey Girl" on the radio, which was written by hitmakers Rhett Akins, Chris DeStefano and shley Gorley. Up next is Hunter Hayes as he is set to headline his first tour this fall with "CMT On Tour: Hunter Hayes Let's Be Crazy." The 21-city run kicks off in Knoxville October 10th. Finally, we go Inside The Song with Tony Martin to hear about a song he co-wrote for Josh Turner called "Time Is Love."
Rhett Akins has had a long distinguished career as a songwriter, earning plenty of number one hits and other accolades along the way. We had a chance to catch up with Rhett at a private party to hear about his journey through the music business. Here's Kelly with more.
Thomas Rhett is fairly new to the music charts, even though he's been in country music all his life through his father Rhett Akins. Now Thomas is making a name for himself on the Valory Music Company label. His debut album will hit stores late this Spring, but we had a chance to check in with him behind-the-scenes on the set of his latest music video.
The songwriting team of the Peach Pickers, which include Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Ben Hayslip, have earned numerous top hits together, writing songs for many of today's hottest artists. When you throw Luke Bryan into the mix, you might think they'll come away with a big time party song. However...the foursome instead came up with the heartfelt hit "I Don't Want This Night To End." We caught up with them at a party at Nashville's Cabana to celbrate the number one song.
You may be a little familiar with this next artist, as we've featured his father Rhett Akins many times as a writer of hit songs. Thomas Rhett is now signed as an artist to the Valory Music Company, and recently released his very first single to radio. We had an exclusive visit to the celebration launch and had a chance to talk to Thomas about his budding career.
In this segment Baily gets started with Keith Urban and his new Phoenix cologne. People magazine is having a contest to promote the fragrance. Check out Keith Urban.net to learn more and enter. Next Baily talks Jimmy Wayne who teamed up with the Energizer Bunny and the VH1 Save the Music Foundation to raise money for the school. The Beatles are also highlighted as their new complete collection of their first recordings becomes available through Time Life. Tennessee governor Bill Haslam is mentioned as he issued a proclamation for "Country Music Month" to help kick off the 45th annual CMA Awards which airs live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on ABC on November 9th. Deborah Allen's first book "The Loneliest Christmas Tree" is highlighted - the book is illustrated by Molly Brooks; daughter of Kix Brooks. Finally we go inside The Song with writers Rhett Akins and Ben Hayslip as they discuss the hit "Honey Bee" performed by Blake Shelton.
Blake Shelton has had a very busy year. Now he's received his first ever digital platinum single, as he's taken "Honey Bee" to the top of the charts. We caught up with writers Rhett Akins and Ben Hayslip at a number one party to talk about the success of that chart topping hit.
Nashville and Country music News that includes Kenny Chesney Deluxe Edition CD, Toby Keith Deluxe Edition CD, Dolly Parton New Film with Queen Latifah, Dierks Bentley 5th Annual Miles and Music for Kids, Jimmy Wayne becoming an Author for the Foster Care System of North Carolina, Christmas for Kids. We go Inside the song with Rhett Akins as he talks about Rodney Atkins song 'Friends With Tractors'.
Nashville and Country Music News that includes Lilith Fair with Sugarland, Miranda Lambert, Emmylou Harris; Noble Things with Lee Ann Womack, Tracy Byrd and Mark Chesnut; CMA Keep The Music Playing Donation, The PBS Soundstage, The Celebrity Bus Driving Academy, we go inside the song with Rhett Akins as he talks about one of Joe Nichols latest song "Gimme That Girl"
Sykamore is an Artist and Songwriter who just released her new album "Pinto". Sykamore joins Country Music Made Me to discuss her western inspired upbringing in a small farming community in Canada, how the rodeo lifestyle of her parents influenced her youth, and the energy that was created when she picked up the guitar in her later teens. Sykamore and Brendan talk about her early growth as an artist in Canada, how a trip to the CCMA Awards in 2015 forever changed her path, and how a private message on Twitter from Rhett Akins turned into a publishing deal and new opportunities in Nashville. Sykamore explains how navigating the pandemic as a new artist helped shape her recent music, the excitement she has in sharing her new album, and the unapologetic approach she takes in creating pop/inspired Country Music.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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