Lisa talks with trio Midland about how they picked their name, when they got started in music, the artists who influenced their sound, their debut single, “Drinkin’ Problem,” and more. Show Participants Midland Mark Wystrach Jess Carson Cameron Duddy Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Links & Notes Read “Who’s New: Midland” Read “9 Important…
Lisa talks with new artist Adam Craig about the country music that he loves and is influenced by, writing songs like Parmalee’s “Close Your Eyes” and Jason Aldean’s “Church Pew or Bar Stool,” getting his own record deal, his self-titled debut EP, new single, “Just a Phase” and more. Show Participants Adam Craig Lisa Konicki, NCD editor…
Jim Casey talks with Carly Pearce about being named to the 2016 CMT Next Women of Country class, touring with Josh Abbott Band for their popular duet, “Wasn’t That Drunk”, signing a new record deal with Big Machine Label Group after independently releasing her single, “Every Little Thing” and more. Show Participants Carly Pearce Jim Casey,…
Jim Casey talks with Aaron Watson about working hard, persevering despite being ignored by industry bigwigs, aspiring to be the King of Texas, writing a special song for his daughter, and his new album, Vaquero, which drops on February 24. Show Participants Aaron Watson Jim Casey, NCD managing editor Show Links & Notes Aaron Watson’s website…
Jim Casey talks with singer/songwriter Russell Dickerson about growing up in Union City, Tenn., what he learned while touring with Billy Currington that’s he taking with him on his upcoming tour with Thomas Rhett, how his 2015 song “Yours” turned into a wedding hit and why making his Grand Ole Opry debut was so emotional.…
Lisa talks with Phil Vassar about his latest album, American Soul, the challenges and joys of being a songwriter, his ongoing video series, Songs From the Cellar—where he talks with his songwriter friends and other special guests like Peter Frampton, Carrot Top, Mike Tyson and more. Show Participants Phil Vassar Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief…
Lisa talks with Dustin Lynch about the success of his latest single “Seein’ Red” on the charts, his growing fanbase, how continued success is changing his life and more. Show Participants Dustin Lynch Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Links & Notes Read “Dustin Lynch Is Having the Time of His Life as ‘Seein’ Red’…
Lisa talks with Stephen Dorff about his new movie, Wheeler, the story of an aspiring country musician who travels to Nashville to share his music with others and pursue his dream. Stephen co-wrote most of the songs from the film, including the first single, “Pour Me Out of This Town” with Bobby Tomberlin and his brother Andrew, who recently…
Jim talks with Brett Young about his debut single, “Sleep Without You,” going No. 1 on the MediaBase chart, his new single, “In Case You Didn’t Know,” working with successful producer Dann Huff on his new self-titled album, growing to love country music while growing up in Southern California and more. Brett’s new album goes on…
Lisa sat down with Amy Grant to talk about her new Christmas album, Tennessee Christmas, some of her family’s unique Christmas traditions, this year’s Christmas shows with her husband, Vince Gill, at the Ryman Auditorium and more. Show Participants Amy Grant Lisa Konicki, NCD Editor in Chief Show Links & Notes Amy Grant’s website Amy’s…
