Podcast appearances and mentions of Thomas Rhett

Thomas Rhett has spent more than a decade at the top of country music, but this conversation goes far beyond music. We talk about fatherhood, marriage, faith, success, and the lessons he's learning in this season of life. Thomas opens up about raising five kids, protecting family time in the middle of a demanding career, and why some of the most important decisions he's made have been the opportunities he chose to turn down. This is a conversation about priorities, perspective, and making sure the people you love most get the best version of you. Leave me a voicemail to be featured on the show! https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/ask-jefferson  Join me on Supercast for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and AMAs: https://jefferson.supercast.com/ Order The Next Conversation Workbook: https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/workbook Thank you to our sponsors: Cozy Earth. Upgrade Your Every Day. Get 20% off at cozyearth.com/jefferson or use code JEFFERSON at check out. Upwork. Visit https://Upwork.com right now to post your job for free and connect with expert freelancers who can help you grow faster without adding full-time overhead. LMNT. Head to https://drinkLMNT.com/jefferson to try risk free.  BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/jeffersonfisher for a discount on your first month of therapy. Order my book, The Next Conversation, or listen to the full audiobook today. Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want a FREE communication tip each week? Click here to join my newsletter.  Join My School of Communication Watch my podcast on YouTube  Follow me on Instagram  Follow me on TikTok Follow me on LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dasha joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for an in-depth conversation about the viral success of “Austin (Boots Stop Workin'),” country music, Taylor Swift, imposter syndrome, online hate, the Spotify Billions Club, ACM nominations, and the pressure of staying relevant after a massive breakout hit. Dasha opens up about growing up in California, moving to Nashville, signing her Sony Germany deal, working with her brother Bardo of Beauty School Dropout, and going from working on a horse farm to becoming one of country music's fastest rising stars. The conversation also dives into: • Writing “Austin” • The viral line dancing explosion • Taylor Swift obsession • Reading toxic online comments • VMAs & People's Choice nominations • Grand Ole Opry performance • Spotify Billions Club • Country music becoming genreless • Her new music & upcoming album PLUS: Dasha's Top 5 New Country Artists and Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life. Listen to more episodes of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps featuring the biggest names in music, culture and entertainment. 00:00 Intro 00:50 ACM Award Nomination 01:19 Meeting Shania Twain 02:15 Growing Up & Family Life 05:10 Knowing She Wanted Music by Age 10 07:08 Why Country Storytelling Connected With Her 07:49 Taylor Swift Obsession & First Concert (Green Day) 11:00 Her Real Name “Ana” 12:21 Moving to Nashville & Record Deal Journey 13:52 Winning a One-Song Sony Germany Deal 15:24 Writing “Austin” 16:11 Working With Her Brother Bardo 17:08 Feeling Guilty About “Austin” Success 19:19 From Horse Farm Worker to Billion Streams 20:43 Living a “Cameo-Like” Existence 22:44 The Viral Line Dancing Explosion 26:20 The Full Backstory Behind “Austin” 30:58 Drowning in Online Comments 33:25 Dealing With Online Hate Emotionally 34:08 Reading the Comments 35:05 Getting Award Nominations 35:49 From $900 to a Billion Streams 38:05 Imposter Syndrome & People's Choice Nomination 40:44 Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban & Manifestation 41:42 Grand Ole Opry Performance & “Ana” 42:55 Entering Spotify's Billions Club 44:43 The Importance of Virality 46:05 VMAs Experience 49:11 The New Record 50:01 Pressure to Stay Relevant After “Austin” 52:15 Her Songwriting Process 55:08 Country Music Becoming Genreless 56:19 Top 5 New Country Artists 57:20 Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dasha joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for an in-depth conversation about the viral success of “Austin (Boots Stop Workin'),” country music, Taylor Swift, imposter syndrome, online hate, the Spotify Billions Club, ACM nominations, and the pressure of staying relevant after a massive breakout hit. Dasha opens up about growing up in California, moving to Nashville, signing her Sony Germany deal, working with her brother Bardo of Beauty School Dropout, and going from working on a horse farm to becoming one of country music's fastest rising stars. The conversation also dives into: • Writing “Austin” • The viral line dancing explosion • Taylor Swift obsession • Reading toxic online comments • VMAs & People's Choice nominations • Grand Ole Opry performance • Spotify Billions Club • Country music becoming genreless • Her new music & upcoming album PLUS: Dasha's Top 5 New Country Artists and Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life. Listen to more episodes of SPIN Presents Lipps Service with Scott Lipps featuring the biggest names in music, culture and entertainment. #Dasha #Austin #CountryMusic #LippsService 00:00 Intro 00:50 ACM Award Nomination 01:19 Meeting Shania Twain 02:15 Growing Up & Family Life 05:10 Knowing She Wanted Music by Age 10 07:08 Why Country Storytelling Connected With Her 07:49 Taylor Swift Obsession & First Concert (Green Day) 11:00 Her Real Name “Ana” 12:21 Moving to Nashville & Record Deal Journey 13:52 Winning a One-Song Sony Germany Deal 15:24 Writing “Austin” 16:11 Working With Her Brother Bardo 17:08 Feeling Guilty About “Austin” Success 19:19 From Horse Farm Worker to Billion Streams 20:43 Living a “Cameo-Like” Existence 22:44 The Viral Line Dancing Explosion 26:20 The Full Backstory Behind “Austin” 30:58 Drowning in Online Comments 33:25 Dealing With Online Hate Emotionally 34:08 Reading the Comments 35:05 Getting Award Nominations 35:49 From $900 to a Billion Streams 38:05 Imposter Syndrome & People's Choice Nomination 40:44 Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban & Manifestation 41:42 Grand Ole Opry Performance & “Ana” 42:55 Entering Spotify's Billions Club 44:43 The Importance of Virality 46:05 VMAs Experience 49:11 The New Record 50:01 Pressure to Stay Relevant After “Austin” 52:15 Her Songwriting Process 55:08 Country Music Becoming Genreless 56:19 Top 5 New Country Artists 57:20 Top 5 Albums That Changed Her Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Toradol shots and “rock docs” on the road, to AI tools like Suno reshaping Nashville, to cruise-ship horror stories and fans yelling requests at charity shows… this episode of Drive That in a Small Town goes all over the map in the best way. The guys swap stories about playing hurt on tour, getting hooked up by “rock docs,” demolishing Luke Bryan's band in flag football, near-disastrous 100-yard dashes, and getting smoked by a college women's softball team. They also take a hard look at AI in songwriting, the death of old-school demo sessions, and how quality songs still rise above the noise. You'll also hear heartfelt praise for John Morgan's heart for kids, a hilarious breakdown of Zach Bryan's infamous fast-break clip, cruise stories including the notorious “Poop Cruise,” a peek into publishing contracts and quotas, and a “Dip Shit” segment calling out bad audience etiquette, shady neighbors, and 5-minute voice texts. If you love small-town stories, country music, road-life chaos, and real talk about where the music business is headed, this one's for you. 02:00 Shoulder sling, cortisone shots and playing hurt on the road 05:03 High-ankle sprain, Toradol, and “rock doc roulette” on tour 09:12 Behind the scenes: how rock docs keep shows from getting canceled 11:19 Golf postponed, one-armed putting, and Def Leppard drummer jokes 13:02 John Morgan at Bethel Bible Village: connecting with kids and staying late 14:25 John Morgan's small-town roots and Chattanooga ties 14:42 Zach Bryan's legendary fast break: live reaction to the clip 18:05 Is he a team player or just a chaotic fast break? Hoops talk and last-shot mentality 20:16 Who played what sport? Shortstop, field goal specialist, soccer and skateboarding handstands 22:15 Sponsor: Original Glory beer and Patriot Mobile 23:00 Neil's college field goal career and the illness that changed his path to music 25:00 Spotting athletes on stage by how they move with their instruments 25:48 Flag football vs Luke Bryan's band and a very lopsided score 27:00 Hungover 100-yard dash: who's really the fastest? 29:24 Thomas Rhett vs Jay: 50-yard dash, gravel, and a brutal face-plant 30:30 Road games: Wiffle ball, basketball, softball and unhealthy competitiveness 32:41 Getting humbled by a college women's softball team 33:04 Tennis, pickleball and even getting hurt playing video hockey 34:34 Women's hockey, drunk women's hockey and a TV-league tangent 34:55 Publishing meeting anxiety: “no cause for alarm” text and overthinking contracts 37:44 Song quotas vs quality: why the biggest years came from fewer songs 39:21 Suno AI demos, ChatGPT lyrics and “shining up a turd” 42:20 Why AI is scary for real creatives and how it masks bad songwriting 43:42 Who owns AI-generated masters and what happens when tools get better? 46:02 The death of Nashville demo sessions and what's been lost for musicians and engineers 49:21 Why a real band in a room can't be replaced, and how ears have changed 50:54 Hearing untuned vocals again and why imperfection feels so good 52:04 Cruise people vs non-cruise people and the infamous “Poop Cruise” 53:20 Disney Cruise and Castaway Cay: the one cruise they actually loved 55:16 The Venice/Disney Magic gig almost everyone in the band was offered 56:10 Hantavirus on cruise ships and mysterious “wives overboard” stories 58:09 Dip Shit segment: drunk fans yelling at benefits and show etiquette 01:01:09 Neighbor overcharging on landscaping: calling out the rip-off 01:02:55 Voice-text etiquette: why anything over 30 seconds is a problem ______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. 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Joe lives in Franklin, OH. and has been listening to B-105 since he was a kid. He works in an SMT lab for Electronics Vega and absolutely loves his job. When it comes B-105, Joe says he loves the music, the funny personalities and how we're a positive force in the community. For his induction song, he wanted to "Ain't a Bad Life" by Thomas Rhett and Jordan Davis. Welcome to the B-105 Country Club, Joe Rosenkranz!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Johnny & Brent welcome Shalacy Griffin, who's the Production Coordinator for Multi-Platinum Record Producer, Michael Knox. She's worked behind the scenes for artists like Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, Brantley Gilbert, Hank Williams, Jr., and many more. Shalacy is also the co-host and Production Coordinator for the syndicated radio show, Knox Country 360. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A huge ON-STAGE surprise for Tucker Wetmore from Thomas Rhett, What's going on with Jelly Roll and Post Malone's tour and MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 163. The Emporium brings you the music of Tasmin Archer, Jet, Vanessa Carlton, Darius Rucker, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Magnum, Luke Combs, Stevie Wonder, Thomas Rhett, Ashley Cooke and George Benson.

Jason Aldean joins Country 102.5 to talk about his brand new album Songs About Us, dropping Friday, and what makes this 20-song project different at this stage of his career.We also dive into his latest single “How Far Does A Goodbye Go,” why that song stood out to him, and how his approach to choosing songs has changed over the years.Plus, Jason talks about closing out his 2026 tour with two shows at Bank NH Pavilion in New Hampshire — and whether he agrees with Thomas Rhett that it might be one of the best venues in the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

with a new suggestion from none other than Thomas Rhett!

What's it like to be a Country Music superstar AND raise 5 kids? Thomas Rhett can tell us. He joins Hawkeye and Michelle to discuss his crazy life. Support the show: http://www.newcountry963.com/hawkeyeinthemorningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nashville Country Music Recording Artist Kirstie Kraus's brand new single dropped April 3rd You Got That Lovin'. Yes, it's true. For a minute there I thought this song wasn't gonna happen.. We had a studio date booked with our third co-writer, and when things shifted, the whole plan fell apart. I started telling myself maybe it just wasn't meant to be recorded. But something kept pulling me back to it.. So I trusted my gut and walked into the studio with Mike Loudermilk—just the two of us—taking a chance on something that almost didn't happen. And by the grace of God, this risk turned into an amazing experience and something I am very proud of!Kirstie Kraus moved to Nashville in 2017 to further pursue her flourishing career as a solo recording artist and songwriter following her time in country-rock bands up in the midwest. The band she had started was named Thirsty Jones - her fans are now nicknamed The Thirsties as an homage to that period and a fun rhyming play on words to her name. Kirstie's unique music style is a blend of modern country with bluesy rock tones and funky bass lines bubbling under the surface.Since permanently relocating to Music City, Kirstie has toured across the US and internationally and has opened for some of country's biggest stars including Thomas Rhett, Kip Moore, LANCO, Eric Paslay, Brandy Clark, Walker Hayes, Pam Tills, Brothers Osborne, and Randy Houser to name a few. In 2023 her breakout year for the UK arrived with her playing the coveted C2C Festival at the O2 Arena in London. Her fanbase in Britain has grown considerably and her name further rose up the ranks with her 2023 duet single ‘Who Am I Gonna Love' with Thomas Kavanagh which rendered support from Apple Music, Absolute Radio, BBC Introducing, CountryLine Radio and many more radio and media outlets around the world. The last two years growing success was built on a standout 2022, which saw Kraus releasing her debut album ‘Yes You Can' which she supported with a six-month headline tour across America - the LP comprised 11 tracks including the hit singles ‘Bird', ‘Thirsty', and ‘Silver'. The LP was a roaring success and earned Kraus multiple accolades such as 7x nominations from the Best of Women of Country, and the Josie Music Awards (the largest independent music award show). Having been performing and writing long before the age of 11, Kraus understands the nuances of her artistry and through that, she is able to create songs that showcase her abilities and highlight her signature tone and personality. You only have to take a look at her back catalog and industry support for this independent artist to see that country music is where she belongs and that she is rightly taking Nashville by storm.#kirstiekraus #countrymusicrecordingartist #songwriter #yougotthatlovin #chrispomay #livewithcdptalkshow #barrycullenchevrolet Booking: contact@kirstiekraus.com Website: https://www.kirstiekraus.com/Tour: BandsintownLinks: SocialsMusic: ListenPartners: Amazon, RYZE Coffee ☕ (KIRSTIEKRAUS15)Host: CountryLineTVPresident: Music City Phins'25 & '24 RTR Song of the Year'24 Artist of the Year JMAsPre-Save 'You Got That Lovin' out Friday April 3rd!https://beacons.ai/chrisdpomayhttps://www.cameo.com/chrispomay book a personalized video message from yours truly! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/chris... if you wish to contribute towards my media content on my You Tube Channel. https://www.barrycullen.com/

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He's about to have his 25th #1 song...is THAT why John calls him "Tom"? And check out Thomas' nickname for John!

1. IntroIntroduce special guest: Thomas RhettMention hit song “Ain't a Bad Life” with Jordan Davis2. Big Personal NewsCelebrating the birth of baby boy, BraveLife as a dad of fiveFunny moments: diaper changes & getting peed onFamily life and “taking it day by day”3. Parenting & Family DynamicDifferences raising boys vs. girlsWife Lauren joking about having more kidsBalancing chaos with a growing family4. Music SpotlightStory behind “Ain't a Bad Life”Friendship and collaboration with Jordan DavisSong's unexpected rise into the Top 55. Career HighlightsPerforming “Georgia On My Mind” at The MastersPersonal significance as a Georgia native6. Fun & Light MomentsMarshmallow-eating promo with Marshmello“Chubby Bunny” game with his kidsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thomas Rhett called in with Tracy & Fizz talking "Ain't a Bad Life" going #1, how he chose his son Brave's name and more! 

Thomas Rhett checked in with Country 102.5 and covered a little bit of everything—from the magic of his Fenway Park show to his latest single Ain't A Bad Life with Jordan Davis.We talked about what it's like coming back to New England after a career-defining night at Fenway, how it feels to still have a song climbing the charts after 20+ No. 1 hits, and what fans can expect when he hits BankNH Pavilion this summer on the Soundtrack to Life Tour.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(Riverton, WY) – Country singer Jason Pritchett and his band are headed to Riverton April 23rd. They’ll be part of the Central Wyoming Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CWIE) Conference at CWC. If you are attending the event, tickets to the show are part of the pass. If not, you’re still welcome to purchase tickets for the concert only. More details about the two-day CWIE event at Central Wyoming College can be found here. Pritchett has five top 40 radio country hits. He’s appeared at the CMA Awards in Nashville and been on tour with country stars like Randy Houser, Tyler Farr, Lee Brice, Thomas Rhett and more! Fremont County’s Jena Spriggs will open the show. We chat with Jason about what to expect from his upcoming performance and his love of all things country music. Listen to him in the player below or search for the the “County 10 Podcast” anywhere you get podcasts! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYtDfFrTNdE&list=RDFYtDfFrTNdE&start_radio=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRRbxStTiFs&list=RDcRRbxStTiFs&start_radio=1

National Fold laundry day,  Entertainment 1994.  Alaska bought and paid for, 1st operation under general anestecia, Pencil with an erasure invented.  Todays birthdays - Vincent Van Gogh, John Astin, Warren Beatty, Eric Clapton, Robbie Coltrane, Paul Riser, MC Hammer, Celine Dion, Nora Jones, Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett.  James Cagney died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran    https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Laundry day - Tyrese WitherspoonThe sign - Ace of BassMy love - Litttle TexasBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent    http://50cent.com/Wonderful tonight - Eric ClaptonCan't touch this - MC HammerBecause you loved me - Celine DionDon't know why - Nora JonesSomebody else will - Justin MooreUnforgettable - Thomas RhettExit - I'm diggin it - Jessie Lynn    https://www.jessielynn.net/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new album from The Rolling Stones, Thomas Rhett’s new single, and tonight’s iHeartRadio Music Awards. She also shares details about a new project from Stephen Colbert and a comeback from […]

In Sadie's first live-audience episode, she sits down with country star Thomas Rhett Akins and his wife, Lauren Akins, to talk about it all: how they met, how they've handled fame, when their faith became the main thing, and how they've learned to say “yes” and “no” with intention and peace. Lauren admits she was dragged —kicking and screaming — into the public side of their life, but now calls it a beautiful adventure, saying she's living every dream she had as a little girl. Thomas Rhett opens up about work-life balance, the tough calls he's had to make, and why it's all been worth it. He also gets real about learning to love his wife and kids well — and why he can't be the source of their happiness. Only God can. This Episode of WHOA That's Good is Sponsored by: https://loveoneinternational.org/whoa — Join the Love Club today. For just $20 a month you'll provide life-saving support to a child in need and as a thank you, you'll receive exclusive Love Club merch! https://gominno.com — Get your first month FREE when you use code WHOA at sign up and don't miss the Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids Easter Special! https://go.goodranchers.com/WHOA — Get $25 off your first order with our code WHOA at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. RedZone - Tua is ready to compete Drive Around The Sports World Keith Hernandez gives us some Seinfeld See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another Boy Band Updates episode!This is usually the time of year we get some concert news. Today we chat about: * Niall Horan from One Direction teaming up with country star Thomas Rhett for some joint tour dates* Backstreet Boys new Vegas Dates* Updates on what Nick Carter is (and isn't) doing* Jonas Brothers Vegas Dates* The Boy Band Cruise in November with the Pop2K guysWill you be attending any of these events? Let us know!Enjoy!

Nashville recording artist and country singer-songwriter Whey Jennings reveals his sophomore album, Baptized By Firearriving everywhere digitally on March 27, 2026 by Dirt Rock Empire.Baptized By Fire finds the Jennings family disciple writing and singing more songs about his own life's journey as a traveling troubadour, father, and man of God who was saved in 2020 during the pandemic from a life of drug and alcohol addiction.Reflecting his artistic ambitions, Jennings co-wrote several of the songs from first time songwriting sessions with Jim "Moose" Brown (Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, Jimmy Buffett), Tyler Booth (Josh Turner), and Whey's second duet with The Voice's breakout country recording artist Karen Waldrup. Balanced out with heartfelt ballads, honky-tonk rockers Baptized By Fire is a well-rounded album of songs rooted in traditional country, blues, with some notable Americana vibes in style and instrumentation.Jennings and his co-writers' expertly crafted lyrics are combined with top-tier production from Producer Gary Carter (Kenny Chesney, Marty Stuart, Alan Jackson) and his team, recording the tracks at Danny Parks Long Hollow Studio and his own GC studio. Guitar work comes from Grand Ole Opry band member Danny Parks, piano and organs by Mike Rojas (Ricky Skaggs, Hank Williams Jr.), a multi-winner of ACM's Keyboard Player of the Year award, acoustic guitar by Joel Key (Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett, and Toby Keith), steel guitar by Gary Carter, fiddle by Deanie Richardson (Del McCoury Band, Hank Williams Jr., Marty Stuart) and percussion by Garth Justice (Ricky Skaggs, Reba McEntire, Jo Dee Messina)."This album is close to my heart and I've never felt more at home with my music as I do now," Jennings said. "If you want to know who I really am as a person, the songs on this album present an open window to both my heart and soul as a songwriter."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Nashville recording artist and country singer-songwriter Whey Jennings reveals his sophomore album, Baptized By Firearriving everywhere digitally on March 27, 2026 by Dirt Rock Empire.Baptized By Fire finds the Jennings family disciple writing and singing more songs about his own life's journey as a traveling troubadour, father, and man of God who was saved in 2020 during the pandemic from a life of drug and alcohol addiction.Reflecting his artistic ambitions, Jennings co-wrote several of the songs from first time songwriting sessions with Jim "Moose" Brown (Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, Jimmy Buffett), Tyler Booth (Josh Turner), and Whey's second duet with The Voice's breakout country recording artist Karen Waldrup. Balanced out with heartfelt ballads, honky-tonk rockers Baptized By Fire is a well-rounded album of songs rooted in traditional country, blues, with some notable Americana vibes in style and instrumentation.Jennings and his co-writers' expertly crafted lyrics are combined with top-tier production from Producer Gary Carter (Kenny Chesney, Marty Stuart, Alan Jackson) and his team, recording the tracks at Danny Parks Long Hollow Studio and his own GC studio. Guitar work comes from Grand Ole Opry band member Danny Parks, piano and organs by Mike Rojas (Ricky Skaggs, Hank Williams Jr.), a multi-winner of ACM's Keyboard Player of the Year award, acoustic guitar by Joel Key (Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett, and Toby Keith), steel guitar by Gary Carter, fiddle by Deanie Richardson (Del McCoury Band, Hank Williams Jr., Marty Stuart) and percussion by Garth Justice (Ricky Skaggs, Reba McEntire, Jo Dee Messina)."This album is close to my heart and I've never felt more at home with my music as I do now," Jennings said. "If you want to know who I really am as a person, the songs on this album present an open window to both my heart and soul as a songwriter."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Country music artist Thomas Rhett will play the Casey's Center on October 22 in Des Moines! Tickets go on sale Friday at HyVeeTix.com. Boys state basketball is underway. Plus, a great deal on tickets to see Journey's Final Frontier show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Country music artist Thomas Rhett will play the Casey's Center on October 22 in Des Moines! Tickets go on sale Friday at HyVeeTix.com. Boys state basketball is underway. Plus, a great deal on tickets to see Journey's Final Frontier show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder why certain songs follow you from ballparks to bar bands to late-night TV finales? We take a playful but pointed run at the “most overplayed song” ever with a live listener bracket that pits Free Bird, Don't Stop Believin', Sweet Caroline, Brown Eyed Girl, and more in a ruthless showdown. Along the way, we unpack what repetition really means, how stadium anthems, wedding playlists, and radio gold become rituals that comfort some of us and exhaust the rest. You'll leave with your hill to die on and a few hot takes from fellow fans to test your case.Before the sparks fly, we open with a rapid-fire look at Ella Langley, state champion dancer, voice-shifting surgery, a pellet gun for pests, bangs born from a bad haircut, and a one-pickle pre-show ritual that weirdly works. That personal color tees up a high-energy country news sweep: Lainey Wilson teams with Kevin Costner on The Grey House soundtrack beside titans like Willie Nelson and Shania Twain; Riley Green stretches into acting with a Yellowstone-adjacent series; Rascal Flatts hit RodeoHouston; Meghan Moroney and Ella Langley notch a chart milestone for women in country; Thomas Rhett welcomes baby number five; Luke Combs and Dierks Bentley map new tours; and LeAnn Rimes and Rodney Crowell drop fresh tracks. We also spotlight the Recording Academy's new Best Traditional Country Album category debuting in 2026—an overdue nod to classic songwriting and instrumentation.We round things out with a tight chart countdown spanning radio favorites and indie gems, a March 2016 flashback that tracks how we got here, and a lively mailbag: production vs. songwriting first impressions, dream guests (from Rick Beato to Mutt Lange and Kelly Clarkson), and the gear that changed everything as studios moved from tape to Pro Tools. It's a full-spectrum listen for country fans, music nerds, and anyone who has ever yelled “Free Bird!” at the wrong time.Episode LinksBob Bullock: https://jayfranze.com/episode28/Dave Jackson: https://jayfranze.com/episode53/Dalila Mya: https://jayfranze.com/episode102/Mark Badolato: https://jayfranze.com/episode140/Send a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

This week on Kasey Covers Country: we're diving into Koe Wetzel's epic hometown surprise, Thomas Rhett welcoming his first baby boy, and Jelly Roll revealing a secret injury. Luke Combs gets candid about his weight loss journey, CoJo's Texas Roadhouse proposal is as country as it gets, and Megan x Ella make history on the charts. Plus- Riley's feeling a little nervy, Dolly's making an impact on Tennessee, and Zac Brown Band gears up for March Madness.

Thomas Rhett and his family welcome baby #5, what is going on with Jim Carrey's face and MORE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A square‑dance spin on the week’s biggest stories — Riley Green casting buzz, Miranda at Daytona, Lainey Wilson’s emotional on‑stage moment, Thomas Rhett’s growing family, Mark Chesnutt’s sudden show exit, Ella Langley’s TikTok chaos, and major storm fallout across Tennessee. The Wake Up Call turns the news into a hoedown you can dance to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Kasey Covers Country: Songs you didn't know Miranda Lambert wrote.. TR gets real about hearing loss as a musician, and Riley keeps proving Kasey's bad-boyfriend theory correct. Dolly shares the words of wisdom that her father used to keep her humble, and Zach Bryan is nothing if not beefing with somebody. Let's break it down!

Joey took his wife out to dinner for Valentine’s Day, and they both dressed very casually. When they got to dinner, the couples on both sides of them were dressed extremely nicely, so they felt a little awkward. Karly turned 25 on Sunday! Snoop Dog’s credit card declined at a local restaurant in Italy. The family covered his meal, and then Snoop gifted them tickets to the Olympics to thank them. Ring, the doorbell camera company, has decided to cut their newest feature after it upset a lot of people. The upset came after their Super Bowl commercial talking about the new feature that would allow the company to use AI to analyze video from other people’s cameras. For example, if you reported your dog missing, the company could check all cameras in the area for footage of your dog. People were upset about the invasion of privacy. Hot Tea: Ice skater, Ilia Malinin was favored to win Olympic gold during the individual skating event. However, he had many mistakes and falls during his routine, causing him to place 8th. Thomas Rhett is going deaf in one ear and had to get hearing aids. One of the dancers from the Super Bowl halftime show is selling their grass costume on eBay. Nerd News! A new study says that the human chin serves no purpose and is an “evolutionary spandrel” that occurred for no reason. People age faster at ages 44 and 60. New underwear can check your gut health based on your flatulence. Joey is planning his spring break trip to San Diego and is getting overwhelmed. He keeps trying to save as much money as possible. Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Nancy’s daughter Emma got engaged over the weekend! Nancy is super excited and already planning the wedding decor. She wants to put 7ft olive trees on some of the tables, and Emma did not like that idea. Nancy says it “crushed her soul.” A billboard offering free burritos via a QR code is causing traffic issues due to people trying to scan it while driving. Nancy is confused by her mammogram results. The paper says that she is perfectly fine, but that she should still come in for a different type of testing. She just wants to know if she is okay or not. A Florida man was arrested after throwing an alligator into a Wendy’s drive thru window. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey took his wife out to dinner for Valentine’s Day, and they both dressed very casually. When they got to dinner, the couples on both sides of them were dressed extremely nicely, so they felt a little awkward. Karly turned 25 on Sunday! Snoop Dog’s credit card declined at a local restaurant in Italy. The family covered his meal, and then Snoop gifted them tickets to the Olympics to thank them. Ring, the doorbell camera company, has decided to cut their newest feature after it upset a lot of people. The upset came after their Super Bowl commercial talking about the new feature that would allow the company to use AI to analyze video from other people’s cameras. For example, if you reported your dog missing, the company could check all cameras in the area for footage of your dog. People were upset about the invasion of privacy. Hot Tea: Ice skater, Ilia Malinin was favored to win Olympic gold during the individual skating event. However, he had many mistakes and falls during his routine, causing him to place 8th. Thomas Rhett is going deaf in one ear and had to get hearing aids. One of the dancers from the Super Bowl halftime show is selling their grass costume on eBay. Nerd News! A new study says that the human chin serves no purpose and is an “evolutionary spandrel” that occurred for no reason. People age faster at ages 44 and 60. New underwear can check your gut health based on your flatulence. Joey is planning his spring break trip to San Diego and is getting overwhelmed. He keeps trying to save as much money as possible. Lucky 7 for $50 to Farmacy Nancy’s daughter Emma got engaged over the weekend! Nancy is super excited and already planning the wedding decor. She wants to put 7ft olive trees on some of the tables, and Emma did not like that idea. Nancy says it “crushed her soul.” A billboard offering free burritos via a QR code is causing traffic issues due to people trying to scan it while driving. Nancy is confused by her mammogram results. The paper says that she is perfectly fine, but that she should still come in for a different type of testing. She just wants to know if she is okay or not. A Florida man was arrested after throwing an alligator into a Wendy’s drive thru window. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here is PART 2 of our episode with Lauren and Thomas Rhett Akins. If you haven't had a chance to listen to part 1, go back and do that first before you listen to this episode. I want you to get the full story of what God's been doing in their lives over the last year. They continue the story of moving their family to Uganda for 6 weeks. They were obedient in saying yes to God, and yet it was not the perfect trip tied up with a bow. There are still questions they have for God they may never get answers to, but I hope you'll listen for the thread of God's nearness through it all. You may not be sent to Africa for 6 weeks, but where do you see God continuing to ask you to trust Him even when it doesn't make sense? Where have you experienced His nearness when everything around you felt hard? Don't miss the conversation and processing we're going over on Substack this week either. I think the questions we're asking each day this week will really help you look for the places God's asking for obedience in your own life. You can find all of that spirituallystronger.com. If you have any questions from this episode drop them in the Q&A box on your Spotify app if you're a Spotify listener, or send them to us on instagram at @thatsoundsfunpodcast and we'll try to answer them there!  . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun. Ritual: Save 25% on your first month at Ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may know Thomas Rhett from his incredible country music career or Lauren from her beloved Live in Love podcast or book, but I want you to get to know (and hear) their deep faith today. When they called me and said, “We want to tell the story of what God did in our lives last year,” I knew we had to share it. As we talk about prayer this month, I want you to hear what perseverance and obedience in prayer looked like in their lives through this story.  Last year, they spent 6 weeks living in Uganda after sensing God telling them that's what they were supposed to do, and it wasn't the trip they imagined. At all. You're going to hear the entire story along with their journey over the last couple years of trying to figure out if they should grow their family (spoiler alert: Lauren is due any minute with their 5th!).  In these two episodes, you'll hear the power of prayer, the way God speaks when we make space to listen for His voice, the reminder that we're never alone, and the reality that obedience to God is never promised to be easy. You're not going to want to miss part 2 coming your way on Thursday.  And remember, head over to spirituallystronger.com today where we're processing what perseverance and obedience in prayer looks like in our lives.   . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! ELIC: Visit elic.org/thatsoundsfun to learn more!  WayFair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Our Place: Visit fromourplace.com/TSF and use code TSF for 10% off sitewide. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/thatsoundsfun. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textNow and then, a conversation reminds you why you love sitting down with people in the first place.This week on Here's What We Know, Clayton Johnson stopped by, and what unfolded was more than just an interview but a long, winding talk about music, patience, heartbreak, and paying attention while you're living your life.We talked about Nashville, classic country, the importance of learning from people who have lasted, and an unforgettable night Clayton spent watching Metallica up close. Not from the cheap seats, but close enough to notice the discipline, the preparation, and the humility that come with real longevity.This episode is about the long game and about resisting the urge to rush. It's about trusting that if you stay curious and keep showing up, life has a way of teaching you exactly what you need to know. Listen now!In This Episode:Life in Nashville and finding your footingA surprising night with MetallicaLessons from artists who lastGrowing up on classic country musicPlaying the long game in musicHeartbreak, timing, and personal growthLiving and learning along the wayThis episode is sponsored by:Reed Animal Hospital Dignity MemorialBe sure to tell them Gary sent you!Bio:Clayton Johnson is a Nashville-based country music artist originally from the farming town of Modesto, California. Raised in the heart of the Central Valley, his passion for music was sparked through songwriting and performing in church, setting the foundation for his career.Clayton's rise in the industry began with a modeling campaign for Boot Barn, leading to acting and music opportunities. He has since played guitar for notable artists, including American Idol winner Scotty McCreery and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter.Along the way, he continued to perfect his craft, writing songs for himself and other artists. His original music has garnered millions of streams.Country Central has praised Clayton's infectious hooks, calling them "reminiscent of the best of Thomas Rhett."Clayton is currently signed to UMPG & Audio Chateau Publishing.Website: https://claytonjohnsoncountry.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claywatch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClaytonJohnsonMusic/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1LWP6c2LrW1ofkM3e8kmEAConnect with Gary: Gary's Website Follow Gary on Instagram Gary's Tiktok Gary's Facebook Watch the episodes on YouTube Advertise on the Podcast Thank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

Lunchbox FINALLY went to the doctor and may have got to the bottom of what is going on with the pains in his stomach and testicle. Bobby shares something in common with Thomas Rhett when it comes to doing chores at home. We debate if guys are faking being bad at doing certain things to get out of it. Bobby talked about how researchers found that men were rated as significantly more attractive when they were seen sitting in an expensive car rather than a cheap car. We ask Amy if she finds a guy more attractive if he drives a sports car? We played a round of Never Gonna Get It where the question is: Nearly one in 10 schools have banned this item, which is legal in all 50 states. What is it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lunchbox FINALLY went to the doctor and may have got to the bottom of what is going on with the pains in his stomach and testicle. Bobby shares something in common with Thomas Rhett when it comes to doing chores at home. We debate if guys are faking being bad at doing certain things to get out of it. Bobby talked about how researchers found that men were rated as significantly more attractive when they were seen sitting in an expensive car rather than a cheap car. We ask Amy if she finds a guy more attractive if he drives a sports car? We played a round of Never Gonna Get It where the question is: Nearly one in 10 schools have banned this item, which is legal in all 50 states. What is it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Country took some wild turns this year, and we sift through every twist with one big question: what actually deserves the spotlight? We kick off by ranking the top country albums of 2025, weighing the case for Tyler Childers at the summit, poking holes in Morgan Wallen's lower-than-expected slot, and making room for Eric Church, Thomas Rhett, and a few traditional voices that feel older than retro yet strangely fresh. Expect strong opinions, sharper jokes, and a running thread about why some records stick while others burn out fast.The conversation opens up when we tackle the greatest male-female collaboration. Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers ultimately take the crown for chemistry and timeless storytelling, but not without a fight from Conway and Loretta, Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks, and even rock-forward duos like Lizzy Hale and Corey Taylor. That debate draws a line between technique and feeling: perfect vocals are nice, but songs that live in your bones win the replay war. We also break down how live-in-studio recording changes everything—from headphone mixes to “more me” monitor boxes—and why capturing a band in motion often beats the sterile shine of overproduction.Episode LinksTom Harding: https://jayfranze.com/episode30/Billie Jo Jones: https://jayfranze.com/episode98/Dalila Mya: https://jayfranze.com/episode102/Send us a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this in-depth segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz delivers a complete breakdown of BigXthaPlug and Post Malone's highly anticipated single “Cold” – the first official collaboration between two North Texas powerhouses. From the long-teased studio sessions and leaked campfire snippets to the full release details, Analytic Dreamz covers the song's country-trap sound, Post Malone's infectious honky-tonk hook, and BigXthaPlug's introspective verses on growth and imperfection.Dive into the shared Dallas-Grapevine roots, why scheduling conflicts kept both Post Malone and Morgan Wallen off BigX's new album I Hope You're Happy (August 22, 2025), and the cultural impact of this North Texas connection. Analytic Dreamz also recaps Post Malone's 2025 Big Ass Stadium Tour finale, his CMA Album of the Year nomination for F-1 Trillion, and BigXthaPlug's explosive country crossover run – featuring Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett, and his recent CMA performance of “Pray Hard.”With full stats from the 59th CMA Awards, context on BigX's recent legal situation, and insight into potential deluxe features, this segment explains exactly why “Cold” is one of the biggest country-rap moments of 2025. Hosted by Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The cold weather is settling in and Nancy HATES it. There's baby fever among country artists! Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett are both expecting, Jelly Roll is trying IVF, and Kelsea Ballerini released a new song about wanting to be a mom. Hot Tea: Starbucks is under fire for their new holiday cup. Elon Musk is on track to be a trillionaire. A healthcare provider in Maine accidentally sent hundreds of patients letters saying they were dead. Joey hasn't been happy with his kids' grades, so he took away all screen time. He is impressed with how well they have been playing with each other and with toys. Lucky 7 Nancy did something yesterday that made her be ashamed to call herself a Vol fan. Ticket buying hack that can help you get cheaper Morgan Wallen ticketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEGMENT 1: RECAP – WHAT HAPPENED Quick rundown of the original incident:Morgan throws a chair off Chief's rooftop bar.Nearly hits a police officer and a couple of people below.Gets arrested for reckless endangerment and public intoxication.Hosts react:“They said he was having a rough night — yeah, we call that alcohol, Jr.!”“I just want to know what goes through someone's head before yeeting a chair off a roof.”Mention: He didn't really explain why he did it; just blamed it on a bad night. SEGMENT 2: THE BODY CAM FOOTAGE DROPS Transition: “Fast forward to this week — social media blows up with new body cam footage.”Play or describe the key moments:Morgan in the police car, chatting with officers.Mentions Thomas Rhett, says “Thomas Rhett would never get arrested.”Starts small talk: “Who are your top three favorite country artists of all time?”Host banter:“Even drunk, Morgan's out here doing promo work — always networking!”“That cop's like, ‘Actually, you're one of my top three.' Can you imagine? Arresting your favorite singer?” SEGMENT 3: THE SHADE HE THREW Highlight quote: “Please do not play Chris Young. He's terrible.”Hosts react:“He said that?? On camera??”“You know the cop's thinking, ‘This is gold.'”Add the censored version where he calls Chris Young a name.Talk about how awkward that must be:“They're gonna run into each other in Nashville — probably at Losers or Red Door.”“We were half-expecting a funny response video from Chris Young, but nothing so far.”Discussion:Should major artists diss others publicly — even drunk?The fine line between honesty and professionalism.“Truth serum was definitely flowing that night.” SEGMENT 4: THE FAN & ARTIST DYNAMIC Point: The irony — the cop said Morgan was one of his favorite artists and was literally playing his songs as he arrested him.Hosts joke:“Imagine blasting ‘Last Night' while cuffing the guy who sang it.”“Somewhere that cop's telling this story at every barbecue.” SEGMENT 5: LOOKING BACK NOW Reflect on Morgan's year since the arrest:Has he matured?Seems more grounded, more focused on music.“Let's hope the only chairs he's throwing now are into arenas — metaphorically speaking.”Discuss his musical taste from the clip:He liked Hardy, Ernest, and Josh Turner — “Honestly, not bad taste for a drunk guy in cuffs.” CLOSING Hosts wrap up:“Well, lesson learned: Don't drink and throw chairs… and maybe don't diss your fellow country stars on a police mic.”“Still, Morgan's music keeps topping charts, so it seems fans have forgiven him — again.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Johnson is a GRAMMY-nominated songwriter, producer, and artist originally from Meridian, Mississippi. He has earned 11 No. 1 songs, including “Truck Bed” recorded by HARDY and “One of Them Girls” recorded by Lee Brice. His songs have also been recorded by Morgan Wallen, Justin Timberlake, Charlie Puth, Jelly Roll, John Legend, Thomas Rhett, Kane Brown, and many others. In this episode, we discuss Ben's journey from Mississippi to Nashville, his approach to writing across genres, the stories behind some of his biggest hits, and many other stops along the way.--------------------------------------------------This episode is also sponsored by The Graphic Guitar Guys. They create eye-catching custom guitar wraps for some of the biggest artists and festivals in the music industry. Their work is perfect for adding a unique touch to album pre-sale bundles or VIP package items—check them out and discover how they can transform a guitar into a show-stopping work of art.---------------------------------------------------Troy Cartwright is a Nashville-based artist and songwriter originally from Dallas, Texas. His songs have collectively garnered hundreds of millions of streams, and he is currently signed to Big Machine Music for publishing. Cartwright has written songs recorded by Cody Johnson, Nickelback, Ryan Hurd, Josh Abbott Band, and has upcoming cuts with several A-list artists.New Episodes every Tuesday.Find the host Troy Cartwright on Twitter, Instagram. Social Channels for Ten Year Town:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokThis podcast was produced by Ben VanMaarth. Intro and Outro music for this episode was composed by Troy Cartwright, Monty Criswell, and Derek George. It is called "Same" and you can listen to it in it's entirety here. Additional music for this episode was composed by Thomas Ventura. Artwork design by Brad Vetter. Creative Direction by Mary Lucille Noah.

Nashville's songwriting community suffered a devastating loss with the passing of Brett James, a prolific songwriter who gave up medical school to pursue his passion for music. With 27 number one hits among his 500+ released songs, Brett's legacy includes classics like "Jesus Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney. His story reminds us how the unexpected paths we choose can lead to extraordinary impact.We dive into the ongoing story of Farm Aid, Willie Nelson's fundraiser supporting farming communities facing economic pressure. The recent Minneapolis concert featured legends like Neil Young, John Mellencamp, and Bob Dylan, continuing a tradition that has responded to agricultural crises since the 1980s. Similarly, Luke Bryan's Farm Tour celebrates a decade of bringing music to rural America while collecting food donations for those in need.The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore artists who sound like others or from different eras. From Lainey Wilson echoing Miranda Lambert to Harry Connick Jr. channeling Frank Sinatra, these musical connections reveal how influence travels through generations of performers. Listeners share their own observations, creating a compelling tapestry of how country music continually evolves while honoring its roots.Current artist updates include Lainey Wilson canceling a show due to vocal issues, Brett Eldredge announcing his holiday Glow Live Tour, and Thomas Rhett expecting his fifth child. We also track both commercial and independent country charts, highlighting newcomers making waves alongside established stars.Whether you're a dedicated country fan or just curious about the genre's current landscape, our blend of news, artist spotlights, and chart updates offers something for everyone. Join our growing community of listeners who appreciate authentic conversations about the music that moves us.Send us a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ The Jay Franze Show: https://thejayfranzeshow.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Reach Out: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Mailbag: https://jayfranze.com/mailbag/ Question of the Day: https://jayfranze.com/question/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Consulting: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Stand Out or Fade Out: https://jayfranze.com/books/

In Episode 258 of Outside The Round, host Matt Burrill sits down with rising artist and Alabama native Myles Morgan. Myles shares his journey from playing college town bars in Tuscaloosa to the legendary Florabama, and how it helped ready him for the jump t Nashville. He also shares some of his early career highlights, exciting shows he's gotten to play and connections he's formed with big artists like Riley Green, Miranda Lambert and Post Malone. The guys dive into the stories behind Myles' energetic sound, Southern roots, and the excitement of touring, all while staying grounded!  Follow on Social Media: Myles Morgan: @mylesmorganmusic Matt Burrill (Host): @raisedrowdymatt Outside The Round (Podcast): @outsidetheround Raised Rowdy (Network): @raisedrowdy Chapters (00:00:00) - Outside The Round(00:00:51) - Tennessee Slim on Growing Up in Alabama(00:04:55) - Starting Out On The Coast(00:08:21) - Group Me(00:09:53) - What Were Those Early Gigs in Tuscaloosa?(00:13:11) - Barefoot Country Music Festival(00:17:08) - Thomas Rhett on Opening for Jason Aldean(00:20:16) - Miles on His First Headlining Show(00:23:20) - Alabama singer and guitarist Miles Green on being an Only Child(00:26:49) - Riley McDaniel at CMA Fest(00:29:23) - How Playing Sports Has Helped With Music(00:33:04) - God's plan for you, man(00:33:16) - Miles Morgan on Recording His First Song(00:38:38) - The Van's Beginnings(00:39:34) - The Alabama LADY(00:43:44) - Never Been Better(00:47:04) - Tyler Perry on His Long Term Goals(00:52:38) - What have been your favorite spots in Nashville?(00:54:17) - Turning 21

TL's Road House is back! This week on the bus, Tracy Lawrence welcomes singer-songwriter John Morgan for a laid-back conversation about hits he's penned, his own music and life on the road. John shares he was convinced to move to Nashville in 2020 by his now drummer, where he began cutting his teeth in the songwriting world, writing hits for Jon Pardi, Dustin Lynch, Thomas Rhett and 16 songs for Jason Aldean. Now on his own headlining tour and stepping into his artistry, John has accumulated almost 45 million streams across his discography and is only gaining speed! Buckle up and listen now for a sit-down full of honesty, heartwarming stories and humor!

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring our own podcast host and trumpeter John Snell, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Getting to know John Snell"   Who is the man behind the microphone?   You've been asking for a long time, 12.5 years and 138 episodes in fact, and today's the day: it's time to put John Snell himself on the other side of the bell!   John is the steadfast presence at Bob Reeves Brass, from the shop to the studio to the numerous conferences and events he attends every year. Many of you have met him in person over the years, and with our increasing number of video episodes, you have a better sense for what he's like.   Yet his story has only emerged in bits and pieces over all that time and all those episodes, and warrants the spotlight just as much as any of the wonderful guests who have stopped by the podcast since 2013.   And who better to interview John than the gregariously awesome Vinnie Ciesielski, who was himself a guest on The Other Side of the Bell, Episode #93 back in September of 2021.   Vinnie and John chat about how John grew up to follow in the footsteps of his professional trumpet-playing father, Keith Snell, yet forged his own path through his education, musical styles and interests, before a sudden complete career U-turn that proved to give him another solid professional foundation, alongside his continued passion for music.   And behind it all, for the past 20+ years, there's been Bob Reeves Brass. John talks about first meeting Bob and being taken under his wing, before returning with a law degree in hand to rescue the business, provide stability for Bob and his wife into retirement, and maintaining Bob's principled approach to business and customer service.   Thank you to Vinnie for encouraging the idea and bringing this episode to life, and thank you to all of our wonderful listeners and viewers for your continued support.   Don't forget to share this and other episodes with your friends in the trumpet world and beyond, and send us your thoughts and feedback! Email John at info@bobreeves.com     Episode Links:   Bob Reeves Brass website (bobreeves.com) Bob Reeves Brass store (trumpetmouthpiece.com) Bob Reeves Brass on Instagram LA Lawyers Philharmonic (lalawyersphil.org) Vinnie Ciesielski website (trumpetvinnie.com) Vinnie on Facebook     About John Snell:   John Snell is co-owner of Bob Reeves Brass, where he has been a vital team member since 2001. After an extensive apprenticeship, he became the company's lead valve alignment technician, personally working on thousands of instruments. Since 2010, John has also managed the business, guiding its growth while maintaining its reputation for uncompromising craftsmanship.   An accomplished trumpet player, John has performed with ensembles including The California Brass Ensemble, The California Brass Quintet, The Northridge Brass Quintet, the San Bernardino Symphony, and as lead trumpet in the Big Band of Barristers - a busy big band made up of lawyers, judges, and law students.   He hosts three popular podcasts - The Other Side of the Bell, The Trombone Corner, and The Horn Signal - interviewing top brass musicians worldwide. John regularly presents clinics on trumpet, equipment, and mindset across the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Australia.     About Vinnie Ciesielski:   Attending Towson University in Maryland, Vinnie Ciesielski majored in music performance on trumpet. Vinnie has years of experience playing and touring all over the world and has a wealth of studio knowledge and creativity!   Since coming to Nashville in 1992, Vinnie has played on thousands of recordings with artists such as Taylor Swift, Josh Groban, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter, Jimmy Buffet, Kirk Franklin, Queen Latifah, Jill Scott, Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Israel Houghton, Toby Keith, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, Jon Pardi, Alison Krauss, Steven Tyler, Vince Gill, Michael McDonald, Keb Mo, Zach Brown Band, Lyle Lovett, Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd, Smokey Norful, Shirley Ceasar, Rance Allen, Donald Lawrence, The Clark Sisters, Tanya Tucker, Glenn Frey, T.D. Jakes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company, Gregg Allman, Delbert McClinton, Nuno Betencort, Marcus Scott (Tower of Power) Johnny Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Via Con Dios, Martina McBride, Don Was and many more.   He has performed live with artists such as Brian May, Bruce Springsteen, Jason Scheff, Gladys Knight, Randy Newman, Kid Rock, Keith Richards, Jimmy Buffett, Paul Simon, Sting, Tony Bennett, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Kenny Rogers, Shelby Lynne, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The O'Jays, Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge, Shawn Colvin, Eddie Floyd, Booker T. and the MGs, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Bob Hope, Frankie Valli, Sheryl Crow, Adrian Belew, Bruce Hornsby, Michael McDonald, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Nettles and The Beach Boys.   He has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The CBS New Years Eve Bash, The Road, SoundStage, Disney and Universal TV specials, Nashville Now, Music City Tonight, Austin City Limits, Grand Old Opry, Rosie O'Donnell, Ellen's Really Big Show, Crossroads, The Huckabee Show, The Dove Awards and The Stellar Awards. Vinnie has performed on numerous Radio, Internet, TV and Movie soundtracks and Trailers, and has also performed with the Nashville Symphony, Chattanooga Symphony, Orchestra Kentucky, Nashville and Knoxville Jazz Orchestras.   Well known in the performance and recording community, Vinnie's resume includes work on right at 7000 recording sessions and counting. Vinnie has also appeared on and contributed to 50 plus Grammy-nominated and 25 plus Grammy-winning recordings in every decade since the 1990's, and dozens of Stellar and Dove Award nominated and winning recordings.   

This week on In The Vet’s Office, Dr. Josie Horchak steps out of the clinic and into the home of Lauren Akins—author, philanthropist, and wife of country star Thomas Rhett—for a heartwarming conversation about life with kids and animals. Lauren opens up about juggling motherhood with four little ones, two dogs (Kona and Cash), barn cats, and a spirited mustang. Lauren shares how her dog Cash became her constant companion during pregnancy—and how a freak accident with a pumpkin stem nearly cost him his life. She also reflects on her journey into horse ownership, including the injury that came with it, and the lasting impact a traumatic dog park incident had on her pup Kona. It’s a touching, candid episode filled with stories about the unbreakable bond between animals and their humans—and the wild things that happen when you open your heart (and home) to a full house of furry friends. Follow Lauren HERE Follow Dr. Josie HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we sat down with critically acclaimed singer songwriter and breakout Country music star, Adam Doleac and his wife and number one supporter, MacKinnon Doleac! We became fast friends with this couple and loved chatting with them so much. Adam opened up about the inspiration behind his latest song “Bar Named Jesus” with Thomas Rhett and talked about how his own marriage often influences his music. Mackinnon shares her perspective on the ups and downs of being a wife and mom while being married to a country star. This couple was so relatable, genuine & fun and the conversation felt the same way :)  Love you guys, Shawn & Andrew Learn more about Adam Here ▶https://www.adamdoleac.com/ Download' Adam's latest song “Bar Named Jesus” with Thomas Rhett Here ▶ https://stem.ffm.to/barnamedjesus Beam Kids is now available online at shopbeam.com/COUPLETHINGS  Take advantage of our exclusive discount of up to 40% off using code COUPLETHINGS Subscribe to our newsletter  ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram  ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson  Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew's Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew's Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en #AdamDoleac #CoupleThingsInterviews #Marriage #Music  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices