Category Archives: The Writers Room

Josh Turner Talks Discovering His Booming Voice, Paying Homage to Randy Travis and the Ins & Outs of His New Album, “Deep South”

Josh Turner Talks Discovering His Booming Voice, Paying Homage to Randy Travis and the Ins & Outs of His New Album, “Deep South”

Jim Casey talks with Josh Turner about when and how he discovered his distinct baritone voice, singing “Three Wooden Crosses” at the recent Randy Travis tribute concert, his experience writing his first book, Man Stuff, his latest single, “Hometown Girl,” his new album, Deep South, and more. Show Participants Josh Turner Jim Casey, NCD managing editor…

Midland Talks Making Country Music With Universal Appeal, Opening for Tim & Faith and Debut Single, “Drinkin’ Problem”

Midland Talks Making Country Music With Universal Appeal, Opening for Tim & Faith and Debut Single, “Drinkin’ Problem”

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…

Carly Pearce Talks Persevering as a Woman in the Industry, Signing a New Record Deal and Releasing Her Debut Single, “Every Little Thing”

Carly Pearce Talks Persevering as a Woman in the Industry, Signing a New Record Deal and Releasing Her Debut Single, “Every Little Thing”

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,…

Phil Vassar Shares Excitement for New Album “American Soul” and Gets a Visit From Mike Tyson on “Songs From the Cellar” Web Series

Phil Vassar Shares Excitement for New Album “American Soul” and Gets a Visit From Mike Tyson on “Songs From the Cellar” Web Series

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…

Dustin Lynch Talks “Seein’ Red” Success and His Growing Fanbase

Dustin Lynch Talks “Seein’ Red” Success and His Growing Fanbase

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’…

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