True Country

A talented singer-songwriter from Las Cruses, New Mexico, Bri Bagwell has spent the last 12 years touring across the country, performing for audiences large and small, and watching her audience … Continue reading BRI BAGWELL

Michelle Wright, the first Canadian-born artist in the modern era of country music to have a Top Ten hit in America (Take It Like A Man, 1992) and to win … Continue reading MICHELLE WRIGHT

Founder and CEO of Military Warriors Support Foundation which provides support and programs that facilitate a smooth and successful transition for our nation’s combat wounded heroes and Gold Star families. … Continue reading GENERAL LEROY SISCO

In an age when it seems that technology has taken the place of talent, it is both reassuring and refreshing to see a seasoned artist who continues to have a … Continue reading JIMMY BOWEN

From early beginnings to painful challenges and miraculous come backs, Grammy Award-winning country star, John Berry shares his musical journey with us and what True Country means to him on … Continue reading JOHN BERRY

An American country music artist, Sonny LeMaire is best known as being the bass guitarist for the band Exile, a role that he first held in 1977. Sonny is also … Continue reading SONNY LEMAIRE

Country artist and songwriter, Justin Kemp, is the lead singer for the Justin Kemp Band out of Hobbs, New Mexico. He, along with his dad, David Kemp, who plays bass … Continue reading JUSTIN KEMP

A professional bass player/singer with over 35 years of experience, Randy is currently on tour with Lorrie Morgan. He has played at incredible venues including Madison Square Garden in NYC … Continue reading RANDY SMITH

Austin-based session and touring drummer, currently on the road with Aaron Watson, Nate Coon shares about how he got started in the country music world, how he took control of … Continue reading NATE COON

Country singer-songwriter and accomplished pianist, Kyle Stallons shares stories from his musical journey including his move from Texas to Nashville, a stop in Detroit on tour with Kristen Kelly, opening … Continue reading KYLE STALLONS

Founder and President of Hunt Media, a Radio-Digital-Media Consulting company, Phil has spent over 40 years in the broadcasting and country radio world. His broadcasting voice and wealth of knowledge … Continue reading PHIL HUNT

Currently touring with country music icon, Joe Diffie, Dan Galysh has played steel guitar since the late 1970s. He shares how he first became interested in playing steel guitar, the … Continue reading DAN GALYSH

DARLA PERLOZZI Currently on tour drumming for Mark Chesnutt, Darla has had many esteemed accomplishments from her career so far including playing on the Country Music Awards with Terri Clark, … Continue reading DARLA PERLOZZI

Label & Artist Development at The Orchard / Sony Music Entertainment, Dewayne Brown has spent nearly 40 years in the music industry. He shares his knowledge of the business, changes … Continue reading DEWAYNE BROWN

DOUG LARSSON – TOUR MANAGER FOR AARON TIPPIN Doug Larsson is the Tour Manager for Aaron Tippin and the Production and Tour Manager for the Roots n Boots Tour. Hear … Continue reading DOUG LARSSON

Bernie Nelson has been blessed with a successful career both as a songwriter and entertainer. His songs have sold over 25 million copies with multi-platinum cuts on the works of … Continue reading BERNIE NELSON

The most honored and awarded fiddle player in America, David Varnado shares stories from his journey as a musician in the country music world including touring with Chris LeDoux and … Continue reading DAVID VARNADO

Songwriter, Roger Brown, has had hits recorded by country legends, Tammy Wynette, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Patty Loveless, Randy Travis and many others. Hear his journey, high moments in his … Continue reading ROGER BROWN

The founding President of the Texas Country Music Association and its charity, Texas Country Cares, Linda Wilson has a passion for country music. With nearly 30 years of experience in … Continue reading LINDA WILSON

Songwriter, comedian, radio announcer, performer and more, Bill Whyte shares funny and entertaining stories from his career in the music business including his time in radio and his journey as … Continue reading BILL WHYTE

President and CEO of 117 Entertainment Group, Zach Farnum has a passion for the entertainment business, working with Country Music Hall of Fame greats including Randy Travis. Hear his stories … Continue reading ZACH FARNUM

HOLLY TUCKER – ARTIST AND SONGWRITER From her 2013, Season 4 appearance on the The Voice, to being named Texas Country Music Association’s reigning Female Vocalist of the Year, for … Continue reading HOLLY TUCKER

JON WOLFE–ARTIST & SONGWRITER From corporate America to the honky-tonks and dance halls of Texas and Oklahoma, Jon shares his journey, his music and his tequila, Juan Lobo, with us … Continue reading JON WOLFE

KENSIE COPPIN, SINGER-SONGWRITER Multiple “Female Vocalist Of The Year” nominations, finalist in many songwriting competitions, and two top 40 songs on the Texas charts, Kensie Coppin continues to write, record … Continue reading KENSIE COPPIN

BRANDON RHYDER – Texas Artist and Songwriter For 2 decades, singer-songwriter and musician Brandon Rhyder has been living the high life as one of the most celebrated music artists to … Continue reading BRANDON RHYDER

BRADLEY BANNING – Texas Artist and Songwriter Texas Artist and Songwriter, Bradley Banning shares stories from Nashville, his top-20 radio single and his focus going forward as he continues living … Continue reading BRADLEY BANNING

DAVID BANNING – Songwriter From Texas to Nashville and back to Texas, David Banning’s songwriting career has spanned over 3 decades and included top 40 hits. He shares his journey … Continue reading DAVID BANNING

From Music Row back to her hometown in Rhode Island, Charlie Marie found her unique and defining style in songwriting and live performances. She shares her journey thus far and what True Country means to her.

Band leader and keyboard player for George Strait and the “Ace in the Hole Band” for 35 years, Ronnie discusses supper clubs, longevity, waiting for the phone call and more.

Singer/songwriter Hilary Williams, granddaughter of Hank Williams & daughter of Hank Williams Jr., joins the podcast and tells her story as a member of the most iconic family in country music.

How does an indie country artist sell out the first 2 live performances of his entire career? Frank Foster takes us through his development into a true country star on this episode … Continue reading FRANK FOSTER

Radney Foster goes to the well and shares singer-songwriter insights from years in the music biz.

Country legend and Urban Cowboy Johnny Lee shares personal insights on his storied career!

Hall of Fame songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman joins True Country and talks about writing with the biggest names in music, the struggles that come with decades in the business, what … Continue reading BETH NIELSEN CHAPMAN

Joe Nichols feels a difference in country crowds today. Hear his perspective on the music, Joe’s insights on his storied career, & more on the True Country Podcast!

Country music legend Mickey Gilley discusses what it was like to perform for both President Reagan and President Bush, as compared to playing country music for rooms of thousands.

Hear Bobby Tomberlin, Curb Records Publishing Nashville, discuss country music and hit songwriting on the current episode as he answers “What is True Country?”!

Hear Shenandoah’s Marty Raybon talk true country, managing the journey, and 30+ years in the business on this podcast episode!

This week, legendary songwriter & producer Steve Dorff will tell you about working with music’s biggest names, from Willie to Whitney, and how some of the most successful songs in … Continue reading STEVE DORFF

Band leader, keyboard player and backup vocalist for Kenny Chesney for over 20 years, Wyatt discusses playing country music at the White House, Farm Aid performances with Willie that weren’t … Continue reading WYATT BEARD

This episode features Frank Ray, rising artist from Las Cruces, New Mexico.Frank discusses pre-gig VIP rooms full of flowers (and not for the band), twang from south of the border, … Continue reading FRANK RAY