Category Archives: NCD Podcasts

Adam Craig Talks Getting His Start in Nashville, Loving the Class of ’89 and His New Single, “Just a Phase”
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 ...
Cumulus Media Mar 02, 2017

Aaron Watson Talks About the “Healthy Chip” on His Shoulder, Making Independent Music & His New Album, “Vaquero”
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 albu...
Cumulus Media Feb 24, 2017

Russell Dickerson Talks His Tennessee Roots, Touring With Thomas Rhett, How His 2015 Song “Yours” Turned Into a Wedding Hit & More
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...
Cumulus Media Feb 17, 2017
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 fri...
Cumulus Media Feb 15, 2017
Brett Young Talks About Debut Single Going No. 1, New Album on Feb. 10 & the Talent-Rich State of California
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...
Cumulus Media Jan 25, 2017

Amy Grant Talks New Christmas Album, Christmas Traditions and Christmas Shows with Husband Vince Gill
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 ...
Cumulus Media Dec 02, 2016

Brantley Gilbert On Songs About His Wife and His New Album “The Devil Don’t Sleep”
Lisa sat down with Brantley Gilbert to talk about his new single, "The Weekend," and its new music video, which features Brantley's wife on her first acting role. The song also happens to be the first...
Cumulus Media Nov 09, 2016

2016 CMA Awards Predictions
Lisa, Jim and friends-of-the-show Elaina Dor Smith and John Shomby sit down to discuss their picks for this year's CMA Awards winners.Show ParticipantsLisa Konicki, Editor in ChiefJim Casey, Managing ...
Cumulus Media Oct 30, 2016

Chris Young Talks CMA Award Nomination, Cold-Calling Vince Gill and New Christmas Album
Jim Casey talks with Chris Young about the rapid success of his duet with Cassadee Pope, "Think of You," his CMA Award nomination, how he got in touch with Vince Gill for "Sober Saturday Night," the d...
Cumulus Media Oct 21, 2016

“Garage Country” Artist Aubrie Sellers Talks About Her Unique Sound, New Album and More
Jim Casey talks with new artist and self-described introvert Aubrie Sellers about her unique "garage country" sound, being signed by major label Atlantic/Warner Music Nashville, the re-release of her ...
Cumulus Media Sep 30, 2016