
Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast
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#357 - Bailey Zimmerman on Getting Started in Music by Accident + From The Gas Pipeline to Signing a Record Deal in 2 Years + The Details On His Massive Tricked Out Truck!
Two years ago, Bailey Zimmerman was working at the gas pipeline…fast forward to this year and he just signed his first record deal! Bailey talks to Bobby about how he never sang his entire life until one day at the opportunity at a basketball court then decided he wanted to drop everything to pursue music! He started out in 2020 on TikTok just posting videos of his custom lifted trucks and then got attention from record labels and management after one of his songs went viral. Bailey talks about how he’s had to learn everything in such a small amount of time, getting to play his first shows and how his biggest inspirations are rock star frontmen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#356 - Tyler Hubbard on The Truth Behind Florida Georgia Line’s Break + Addresses The Rumored ‘Political Divide’ + The Pressure He Feels Now Releasing Music Under His Own Name
Tyler Hubbard sits down for his first hour long interview with Bobby since the announcement of Florida Georgia Line break. Bobby asks him about the rumors that were swirling online over the break and if it had to do with them not getting along. Tyler talks about how he feels more pressure to put out music with his own name on it than he did the last few years with FGL. Tyler talks about how his perspective on creating music has changed over the years, why he signed to a new record label and what to expect from his set opening up for Keith Urban this fall. He also gives a timeframe on when to expect more new music and his first solo album. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#355 - JT Harding on Meeting Keith Urban at a Urinal + Growing Up Adopted and Finding out His Biological Father Was Famous + Having Objects Thrown at him Opening for Linkin Park
JT Harding has written 7 No. 1 songs for artists like Kenny Chesney, Uncle Kracker, Keith Urban, Darius Rucker and more. He started out wanting to make it in rock which led him to working as the assistant to superstar rock band Linkin Park. He shares with Bobby what it was like to grow up adopted and finding out his dad was a famous actor and radio host. He also shares the most personal story he struggled with including in his new book, Party Like a Rockstar. He is also having a contest for adopted folks who want to be a songwriter in honor of National Adoption Month. You can enter JT's songwriting contest at Writelikearockstar.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#354 - Lesly Simon on How She Became the General Manager of Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood's Record Labels + Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer + Taking Coldplay Out to a Bar Before They Were Famous
Lesly Simon is the General Manager of Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood's record labels, Pearl Records and Gwendolyn Records. She has over 25 years’ experience in the music industry that include jobs from assistant to radio promotions. She talks about her rise in the music ranks in Nashville that lead her to getting the job on Garth and Trisha’s record labels. Lesly shares that in June 2017 she was diagnosed with breast cancer just shortly after getting that new job. She talks about how she has stayed positive even after being told her cancer has returned. Lesley is being honored by the American Cancer Society Hope Gala in Bham and is currently raising money for cancer research and patient programs. Please click here to donate in my honor or in honor or memory of a loved one that has also battled cancer! And feel free to share with any friends or family touched by this disease. There is always HOPE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Message from Bobby + #177 - Jay DeMarcus from Rascal Flatts on how the Flatts REALLY formed, his new book, and his faith.
Jay DeMarcus wrote a new book called SHOTGUN ANGELS: My Story of Broken roads and Unshakeable Hope. He stops by to talk about how the Rascal Flatts formed and how his faith shaped his career. He started out playing in a Christian band and had a No. 1 song on the Christian Chart. He also talks about how he met his wife during a Rascal Flatts music video shoot and how he got a girl pregnant that lead him to a very dark time in his life...but how his faith pulled him through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#353 - Famous Failures: Shay of Dan + Shay on His First Deal Being A Bust + Luke Combs Told He'd Never Make It + Jason Aldean Dropped from First Label + More!
In this episode, you’ll hear stories from different major artists like Shay of Dan + Shay, Luke Combs, Jason Aldean, Tim McGraw and more talking about failures in their career that turned into successes. From getting dropped from record labels to the times that people told them they didn’t have what it takes to be an artist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Message from Bobby + In Case You Missed It: #164 - Trisha Yearwood Made More Money Singing Backups + First Tour Ever was Opening for Garth Brooks
Trisha Yearwood stopped by Bobby's house and talks about how she got her start singing demos in the 80's. Trisha has sung backups on more than 100 Garth Brooks songs and got her start opening up for him on his tour back in 91 when she only had 1 song on the radio. Trisha also talks about recording her Frank Sinatra tribute album "Let's Be Frank", her next country album and what she likes to watch on Netflix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#352 - Joe Galante Legendary Music Executive and 2022 Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee + On Signing Alabama, Kenny Chesney, Dave Matthews Band and More! + How The Death of His Friend Keith Whitley Affected Him
Bobby has a conversation with the King of Nashville. Music executive Joe Galante has been named as one of the 2022 inductees to the Country Music Hall of Fame. He joins the list that includes Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Lee Lewis, the late country singer Keith Whitley. Joe talks with Bobby about how he got his start in New York which led him to making a splash in Nashville where he became the youngest person to ever be the head of a record label. He talks about signing major acts to their first deal like: Alabama, The Judds, Kenny Chesney, Dave Matthews Band and more! Joe Galante also opens up about his late friend Keith Whitley who will be inducted with him this fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Case You Missed It: Bobby Talks to Scuba Steve Origin Story...He About His Crazy Life and Radio
In honor of his birthday this week, we wanted to highlight Scuba Steve. Scuba Steve is the executive producer of the Bobby Bones Show. They talk about how he got into radio, past relationships and how he got the job on the Bobby Bones Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#351 - Jillian Jacqueline on Recording A Song on Her Debut Album While Holding Her Newborn + What She Learned from Her Parents Getting Divorced When She Was 13 + Debating Albums vs. Singles with Bobby
Jillian Jacqueline just released her debut album called “Honestly” but has been one of Bobby’s favorite artists for years now. They became friends after he brought her out on the road to open for him on his comedy tour. They catch up on life after both recently getting married and Jillian now having a baby. Jillian shares the emotional journey of this record and how she handles criticism from her manager and husband. She shares her favorite track on the album and the song she recorded while holding her baby singing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Craig Morgan Special: His Road The Military to Country Artist + Performing His Biggest Hits + His Friendship with Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani
We have compiled all our favorite Craig Morgan appearances into one episode! Bobby sits down with Craig Morgan to talk about his unexpected career in country music after going from being in the military to putting out records. Craig talks about how it took several hits before it started to register with people and connect him with his music. He talks about the song that’s the hardest for him to perform. Plus, how he and Blake Shelton became friends and what Gwen Stefani did to him that he really respected. You’ll also hear Craig’s appearance on the Bobby Bones Show where he stopped by with his guitar and played his biggest hits over the years! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#350 - Gavin DeGraw on Growing up in a Prison Town + Wanting to Finish His New Album Before His Dad Passed + Getting Roped into Dancing with the Stars + Opening for Billy Joel
Bobby and Gavin start by talking about the bars he owns in town and how involved he is in that business. Gavin shares the story behind his new album “Face The River” and how it is dedicated to his late parents, Wayne and Lynne which makes him very emotional. He talks about what it was like growing up in a prison town, how he and his brother moved to NYC to pursue music and how he ended up in Nashville. Gavin also shares stories about why he ended doing Dancing with the Stars and getting to open up for his hero, Billy Joel. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#349 - Elle King on Being Nervous to Text Dierks Bentley and Miranda Lambert To Feature on Duets + Growing Up with a Famous Actor for Dad and Memories of SNL as a Kid + Having Success in Different Genres with her songs Ex’s and Oh’s to Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)
Elle King stops by the house to sit down with Bobby and they really get to know each other during this talk. Elle’s has found success in several different genres. She had her first major success with her song “Ex’s and Oh’s” and then had a big country hit with Dierks Bentley on “Different for Girls”. She reveals how she was nervous to text Dierks to be on her new song “Worth a Shot”. She talks about how she and Miranda Lambert met and she actually wrote “Drunk” (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home) years ago but knew there was something special about it. Elle also talks about growing up in rural Ohio and her relationship with her famous dad Rob Schneider, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#348 - Allie Colleen on The Deal She Made With Her Parents To Not Pursue Music Until Graduating + Going to College for Songwriting + Her Childhood and the Root of Her Love for Animals
Allie Colleen talks with Bobby about what life was like growing up for her in Owasso, Oklahoma and learning from an early age that she wanted to be a singer. She shares the things she was exposed to having famous parents and she learned about the invasion of privacy at an early age. Allie talks about the deal with her dad about her music and why she chose to study songwriting at college in Nashville and how her writing has grown over the last few years along with her singing. Allie also explains how it was isolating growing up the way she did and how it led to her love for animals. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little Big Town Week - #186 - Phillip Sweet of Little Big Town on What it’s Like To Play Jimmy Fallon, the Importance of Meditation, and His Ex-Career as a Radio DJ
We are featuring each solo episode of Little Big Town! On this episode, Phillip Sweet of Little Big Town stops by and talks about growing up as a food stamp kid in Northern Arkansas and going to college on a vocal scholarship. He also talks about how a run in with Conan O'Brien didn’t go so well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little Big Town Week - #117 - Kimberly Schlapman from Little Big Town on Giving Birth on Tour + Her Love For Cooking
We are featuring each solo episode of Little Big Town! On this episode, Kimberly Schlapman from Little Big Town is the first guest in our new BobbyCast studio. Kimberly talks about how the group struggled for many years before landing their first big hit with Boondocks. Kimberly also talks about her love for cooking, her faith, wardrobe and family. She shares her journey with adoption and how she had her baby unexpectedly while out on tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little Big Town Week - #66 - Karen Fairchild Christian Group Before LBT
We are featuring each solo episode of Little Big Town! On this episode, Karen Fairchild stops by the house. Bobby and Karen talk about their grind to make it as a band after being dropped from record labels and having failed singles. Bobby also takes Karen down memory lane from her early career all the way up to Little Big Town’s newest music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#347 - Jimi Westbrook on The Origin Story of Little Big Town + Why He Quit Music Prior to Joining The Group + His One Non-Negotiable While On Tour
Jimi Westbrook is one fourth of Little Big Town. Bobby sits down with Jimi to share his side of the origin story of the group. He tells the full story on why they decided to leave their first label after just a few months. Jimi talks about how he started singing in church as a kid but what led to him quitting music before deciding to move to Nashville. Jimi opens up and shares how his son is getting older now and starting to have to deal with seeing criticism online of his father and the group. Jimi also reveals the only thing he requires while on tour and why it’s a known requirement at all times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#346 - Brad Tursi of Old Dominion on the Secret to Songwriting for the Group + The Key to their Commercial and Award Show Success + What Part of His Career He Doesn’t Enjoy
Bobby sits down with Brad Tursi of Old Dominion. Brad is the lead guitar player and songwriter for the band. He talks about how he got started playing guitar for a rock band and transitioned into songwriting. Together, they go through some of the No. 1 songs he’s written for other artists along with the Old Dominion hits. Brad shares what he thinks is the secret to both their commercial and critical acclaim which is rare. Bobby and Brad also talk about what aspects of their career they don’t enjoy doing. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#345 - Breland on His First No. 1 'Beers on Me' + Going Viral with ‘My Truck’ After a Producer Told Him He’d Didn’t Have What It Takes To Be An Artist + His Mission To Make Country Music More Inclusive
Breland went viral in 2019 on TikTok with his song “My Truck” but his journey in music started 10 years before that. Breland sits down with Bobby to talk about how he went from studying business at Georgetown University to moving to Atlanta working as a producer with the vision of becoming an artist. Breland talks about not being taken seriously by the producer he was working with which lead to him taking trips to Nashville and getting cuts with major artists like Keith Urban and Sam Hunt. Breland shares with Bobby his vision and mission to make country music more inclusive and his response to when people question what he is doing is country or not. His debut album, Cross Country, is set to release early summer. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#344 - Wendy Moten on Breaking Her Elbow on The Voice + What Blake Shelton Told Her That He’s Never Said to A Contestant Before + Going on Tour with Vince Gill
Wendy Moten launched her recording career in 1992 when she landed a huge global hit with “Come In Out Of the Rain”. She was just on The Voice where she turned all four judges’ chairs on her blind audition and ended up in second place overall – unprecedented for an artist in her 50s. She sits down to talk to Bobby about how in an odd way, she has fallen into every new chapter of her music career. Wendy talks about the nice things Blake Shelton said to her on the Voice. Her friendship with Vince Gill that involves touring with him and him producing her album. Wendy also talks about making her Opry debut and her first big break when she was starting out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#343 - Kane Brown’s Manager Martha Earls on How He Was Discovered + Overcoming People Who Refused to Play His Music + How An Artist Gets A Manager and What the Job Entails
Martha Earls has been Kane Brown’s manager since he was just an artist posting covers on Facebook. This was long before signing his first record deal. In addition to Kane Brown she also works with Restless Road, Nightly, Dylan Schneider and Feather. Martha talks about how she got started in music as the office receptionist at a publishing company in Nashville. She describes the road she took to get to managing her first artist that led her to founding her own management company. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#342 - Sheryl Crow on What Hit She Doesn’t Like Performing Live + The Hardest Thing to Include in her New Documentary + Calling Bob Dylan for Help with Writer’s Block
Sheryl Crow sits down with Bobby to talk about why she decided it was time to do a documentary. It’s coming out on May 6th on Showtime and she reveals what the hardest thing for her was to include. She talks about how she handled the success of her debut album “Tuesday Night Music Club” and what changes she made going into her 2nd self-titled album. Sheryl talks about what it was like at the height of her fame and shares what moment in her career brought her the most joy. Plus, what song she doesn’t like performing live and the funny response she got when she called Bob Dylan to help her with writer’s block. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#341 - Nathan Chapman on Producing for Taylor Swift Before She Had a Record Deal + Producing Taylor’s First Album + How His Wife Sang with Keith Urban on the ‘We Were Us’ Demo
Nathan Chapman is a three time Grammy award winning producer. He is known primarily for working with Taylor Swift, having co-produced with Swift for her albums Taylor Swift, Fearless, Speak Now, Red and 1989. He’s also a songwriter and solo artist. Bobby and Nathan talk about his approach to working with an artist and what his role is as the producer on a project. Nathan shares the story about meeting a teenage Taylor Swift before she even had a record deal and recording demos in a shack that went on to be her debut album. Nathan also talks about working with Keith Urban and the song that went on to be a big hit that he actually had his wife sing on the demo with Keith. He also shares where he keeps his Grammys and the motivation to fill out his trophy case.Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#340 - Billy Ray Cyrus on His New Song with Snoop Dogg + The Day He Got Clean + The Best Advice He Got From Dolly Parton and His Father + The Moment He Knew ‘Achy Breaky Heart’ Was a Hit!
Billy Ray Cyrus demands your attention when he walks into the room. We were so excited to have him by this week to talk about his new song he released with Snoop Dogg and the amazing story behind it. Bobby and Billy Ray talk about how he burst onto the scene with Achy Breaky Heart. But before that how times had to get really dark before he could find his path. Billy Ray also came bearing his left-handed guitar and weaved songs throughout the stories from his life that made for a truly unique experience. Billy Ray also talks about the best advice he was given by Dolly Parton and the moment he decided to get sober. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#339 - Mitchell Tenpenny on Performing at the ACMs with the Flu + How He and Ernest Were Signed as A Duo + The Song He Wrote for His Fiancé on His New Project
Mitchell Tenpenny was born and raised in Nashville, TN and has an interesting perspective growing up around country music his entire life. He talks to Bobby about what it was like having a grandmother and mother who worked in the music industry, the other artist he grew up with in town and how he made the shift from rock music to country. Mitchell talks about writing his current duet with Chris Young and getting to perform it with him recently on the ACMs. He also talks about getting engaged and how the relationship dynamics works with his wife who is also an artist. He reveals what song he wrote about her on his new upcoming project The Lowlight Sessions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#338 - Sarah Buxton on How Keith Urban Discovered and Recorded Her Song “Stupid Boy” + How Her Divorce Inspired Her New Music + Landing 3 No. 2 Songs Before Landing Her First No. 1 as A Songwriter
Bobby has been a fan of Sarah Buxton for a long time and was excited to finally sit down and really get to know her. She grew up in Lawrence, Kansas which she says helped her hone her storytelling skills that lead her to become one of Nashville’s top female songwriters. Sarah tells the story behind her new EP “Moonriser” and how the songs were written on a certain trip that inspired her to make a big life decision after returning from. She explains why her early music is hard for her to hear, how Keith Urban recording her song changed her life and how she feels now releasing new music of her own after years of just writing for other artists. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Case You Missed It: Episode 36 - Walker Hayes (2-13-17)
Bobby takes a look back at our episode with Walker Hayes from 2017..long before "Fancy Like". Bobby talks to Walker about the ups and downs from his career. To signing his first publishing deal and getting his songs record by artists to getting dropped from 2 labels and struggling to support his family. Bobby talks with Walker about how big a fan he is of his music and how things have really started to pop for him! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#337 - Ernest on Why He Still Drives An Old Car Despite Having 5 No.1’s As A Songwriter + How Much He Made Writing on Old Town Road Remix + Writing His Song “Flower Shops” and how His New Album Tells A Story
Ernest is a songwriter and solo artist born and raised in Nashville, TN. He’s written 5 No. 1 for artists like Morgan Wallen, Florida Georgia Line, Kane Brown and more! He tells Bobby about how the first instrument he picked up was a banjo given to him by his adopted parents and then first started out with a career in hip-hop. He’s now been able to make his Opry debut, have a single climbing up the country charts and just put out a new album called “Flower Shops” that’s available now. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#336 - Adam Shoenfeld on Being Offered A Deal with Jason Aldean To Be A Duo + Playing Guitar for Tim McGraw for the Last 9 Years + Playing Guitar on 40 No. 1 Songs
Adam Shoenfeld has made a name for himself as one of the best guitar players in Nashville. He’s made a name for himself by creating a wave of hard-rock influenced country that changed the genre. He has played guitar on over 40 no. 1s songs including Save A Horse (Ride A Cowboy), Cruise, Hicktown and more! He stops by to talk with Bobby about his early days working with Big & Rich, Jason Aldean and being Tim McGraw’s guitar player for the last 9 years. Adam is also a singer-songwriter who just put out a solo album called “All The Birds Sing”. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BobbyCast Presents: Middays with Morgan Why Friendship and Money Doesn’t Mix (Episode 3)
Bobby’s day-to-day manager Morgan1 gives advice to a girl whose friend keeps conveniently “forgetting” to pay her back for meals. She also gives some behind-the-scenes details about a time she beat Eddie in an on-air talent competition! Follow Morgan:https://www.instagram.com/morganmassengill/https://www.tiktok.com/@morganmassengill Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#335 - Caroline Bryan on How Luke Bryan Proposed + Why Being a Good Mom Is No. 1 + The One Thing in Luke’s Career That ‘Shook Her’ + The Meaning Behind ‘Best Bad Influence’
Caroline Bryan stops by to talk with Bobby about the different aspects of her life and how she approaches raising her kids as famous parents. Caroline shares all the details behind how she and Luke met, broke up and got married. She shares stories on Luke’s rise to fame, how it affected their family and the one thing in Luke’s career that shook her. We also get to know more about her love for animals, her clothing line @BestBadInfluce, and orginazations @BrettsBarn and @BrightforBrett.Email: [email protected] Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestroFollow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestroFollow Mike on Twitter: @mikedeestro Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BobbyCast Presents: Middays with Morgan (Episode 2)
Bobby’s day-to-day manager, Morgan Massengill aka Morgan1, talks about some full circle moments she’s had in her career and gives advice to a follower who is having some dating trouble.Follow Morgan on Instagram @morganmassengill to watch more 'Middays with Morgan'. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#334 - Songwriter Jimmy Robbins on his 10 No. 1’s for Blake Shelton, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett and More! + Dropping Out of School in 9th Grade to Tour at 14 Years Old + Addressing His Misheard Lyric in “Beachin” That Sounds Like Something Bad…
Jimmy Robbins is a songwriter in Nashville with 10 No.1’s. He landed his first 7 no. 1’s in just his first 3 years of moving to Nashville. You may have heard him on the Bobby Bones Show where he came in with Maren Morris and performed “Circles Around This Down” which they wrote together. Bobby and Jimmy take a deep dive into all of his No. 1 songs and never before heard stories behind some of the biggest hits in country music! Bobby also talks to him about his career including Warped Tour, a solo album with Motown Records, and developing a relationship with some of the biggest artists in country music. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BobbyCast Presents: Middays with Morgan
Bobby’s day-to-day manager, Morgan Massengill aka Morgan1, shares her two cents on trending topics and her personal experiences in life and dating. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#333 - Ben Rector on How He Got Snoop Dogg To Rap On A Song With Him + How Much Kenny G Charged Him To Be On His New Album + Building A Giant ‘Muppet’ for His Album Cover
Ben Rector is a singer-songwriter who has had major success with hits like “Brand New” and “Love Like This”. He stops by to talk to Bobby about what it was like growing up in Oklahoma and going to college in Fayetteville, Arkansas where he was the only one in college playing music and trying to be an artist. Ben talks about songs from his new album and how he got Snoop Dogg to rap on a song with him and an interesting thing that happened once he got the verse sent to him. He also talks about how cool it was working with Kenny G and getting to also have him play on a song. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#332 - Morgan Wade on Writing Songs In Secret Her Entire Life and Never Writing Down Her Lyrics + The Success of “Wilder Days” and Her Debut Album + Working as A Tax Examiner and Finding Her First Band On Craigslist
Bobby sits down with one of his favorite new artists, Morgan Wade. She made waves with her debut album “Reckless” and had a huge year in 2021. Morgan talks about how she didn’t start performing in front of people until she was 19, finding her first bandmates on Craigslist and performing her own songs right out of the gate. Morgan talks about the success of her first project and how it led to major label interest and how her song “Wilder Days” changed from when he first wrote it to when it was released. Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#331 - Craig Wiseman on His 29 No. 1’s As a Songwriter + Seeing Garth Brooks at a Writer’s Round in the 80’s + His Relationship with Tim McGraw + Writing Songs for Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton and more!
Craig Wiseman is one of the best songwriters in country music boasting 29 No. 1 and counting. He’s written songs such as Live Like You Were Dying, Where the Green Grass Grows, Boys Round Here, Chasin’ You, and so many more. Craig sits down with Eddie on this episode to talk about what it was like getting his start in Nashville back in the 80’s, having his first success as a songwriter and now having his own management company, Big Loud.New Episodes Every Friday!Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#330 Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry on Troy Gentry’s Death + People Saying They’d Never Win CMA Duo of the Year + Playing Drums for His Brother John Michael Montgomery
Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry stopped by after we had his brother, John Michael Motgomery. He talks about them growing up playing music together and what led to the formation of Montgomery Gentry. Eddie talks about their success with hits like Hillbilly Shoes, My Town, and Something To Be Proud Of. Eddie talks about what the first show was like after Troy Gentry passed away and decided to continue on with the name.Follow the podcast on Instagram: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#329 - John Michael Montgomery on 90’s Country + Turning Down The Offer to Go Pop + One of His Biggest Songs That Didn’t Go No. 1 + The Mistake That Ended His Time As A Waiter
Bobby sits down with 90’s country legend, John Michael Montgomery. He talks about growing up in Kentucky and the jobs he had before moving to Nashville to pursue country music including one as a waiter where he made a really big mistake that made him realize he wasn’t cut out for it. John talks about all of his biggest hits from I Swear, Be My Baby Tonight, Sold, I Can Love You Like That and more. He also talks about how he turned down the offer to go pop and how it ended up benefiting the group All-4-One.Follow the podcast: @TheBobbyCastWatch this Episode on Youtube Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#328 - Elvie Shane on How His Song “My Boy” Landed Him A Record Deal + Driving An 18 Wheeler +Getting Recognized At Wal-Mart
Bobby sits down with new artist Elvie Shane. They talk about his No. 1 song “My Boy” and how he wrote it years before getting a record deal. Elvie talks about his journey from Kentucky to Nashville and how Chris Stapleton was a big inspiration for him to make the jump. Elvie also shares the hardships she encountered in his life and how it ultimately got him to his goal of being an artist. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Urban (Full Episode) In Case You Missed It! Keith On His Childhood, First No. 1, Marriage, Rehab and Overcoming Addiction
In case you missed it, we wanted to give you this episode in it's entirety!Bobby and Keith dive into where his love of music started and how he discovered country music in Australia. Keith explains how his dad got him into country music and how their relationship led to him wanting to pursue it as a career. Keith talks about his early days starting out, his biggest inspiration as an artist, why he strives to make his live show so BIG and he also breaks down the day he wrote “Somebody Like You”. Bobby talks to Keith about how he and his wife Nicole Kidman seem like a normal despite each being huge stars. Keith confirms and debunks facts that you may have read about him online. Keith also talks about going to rehab for his struggles with addiction. You can also watch on our YouTube channel!Watch Keith Urban CHECK HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kfzvJKxAP4&t=1595s&ab_channel=BobbyCast Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top 8 BobbyCast Interviews of 2021 (Part 2)
We are continuing our look back at our favorite interviews of the year. These were hand selected by Bobby and voted on by you online. Join Mike D, producer of the BobbyCast, as he counts them down and gives behind the scenes of each interview. You’ll hear interviews from Jimmie Allen, Scott Stapp of Creed, Reba and Brothers Osborne. Follow the BobbyCast @TheBobbyCastFollow Mike @MikeDeestro Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top 8 BobbyCast Interviews of 2021 (Part 1)
We are taking a look back at our favorite interviews of the year. These were hand selected by Bobby and voted on by you online. Join Mike D, producer of the BobbyCast, as he counts them down and gives behind the scenes of each interview. You’ll hear interviews from Ashley McBryde, songwriter Luke Dick, Parker McCollum and Matthew Ramsey of Old Dominion.Follow the BobbyCast @TheBobbyCastFollow Mike @MikeDeestro Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#327 - Keith Urban (Part 2) How He Keeps Things Normal at Home with His Wife + Going to Rehab and Overcoming Addiction + Debunks A Rumor We Found On the Internet
The second half of Bobby’s conversation with Keith Urban gets a lot more personal. Bobby talks to Keith about how he and his wife Nicole Kidman seem like a normal despite each being huge stars. Keith confirms and debunks facts that you may have read about him online. Keith also talks about going to rehab for his struggles with addiction. Listen to Part 1 with Keith Urban HEREhttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/139-bobby-cast-27722337/episode/327-keith-urban-part-1-90325340/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#327 - Keith Urban (Part 1) - How He Discovered Country Music in Australia and Learning to Play Guitar + His Relationship with his Father and Seeing Johnny Cash As a Kid + Breaking Down How He Wrote “Somebody Like You”
Bobby sat down with Keith Urban. In Part 1 of the interview, Bobby and Keith dive into where his love of music started and how he discovered country music in Australia. Keith explains how his dad got him into country music and how their relationship led to him wanting to pursue it as a career. Keith talks about his early days starting out, his biggest inspiration as an artist, why he strives to make his live show so BIG and he also breaks down the day he wrote “Somebody Like You”. Be sure to subscribe to hear Part 2 of the conversation next week! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#326 - Tenille Townes on ‘Villain In Me” Being The Most Personal She’s Ever Written + Going Out on Her First Headlining Tour + How Sad Music Makes You Happy
Bobby sits down with Tenille Townes to talk about her new single “Villain In Me” which she says is the most personal song she’s ever released. She talks about what it’s like touring with Brothers Osborne and going out on her first headlining tour ever. Bobby and Tenille also get into what music she’s listening to know and how her music has an emotional effect on people. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Thanksgiving Message from Bobby + ICYMI: #226 - Luke Combs on the Guy Who Told Him He'd Never Be An Artist + Losing a Bet To Go Vegan + Why He Hid Money in Bank Bags
Luke Combs is fresh off of his SNL debut. He talks about finding out he was the musical guest just a week and a half out. Luke tells the story of the guy at a record label who told him he needed to go back and write better songs after meeting him. Luke then turns all the songs he played for him that day into No. 1. He also talks about why he is vegan for the next 3 months, his 7 No. 1 songs and why he was hiding cash around his house. Follow the BobbyCast @TheBobbyCastSubscribe to Our YouTube Channel - Youtube.com/BobbyCast Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#325 - Tiera on Going from Performing at the Mall to Signing her Record Deal and Making her Opry Debut + All of Her Wedding Details and Her Famous Relative + Flashback Interviews!
Bobby sits down with one of his favorite new artists, Tiera! They talk about her signing her first record deal, making her Opry debut and the first time Bobby played a clip of her performance The Bobby Bones Show back in 2015. Bobby also flashes back to all of Tiere’s interviews from On Time with Bobby Bones and the first time they met on the Bobby Bones Show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#324 - Tracy Lawrence on Why Radio Stations Didn’t Want to Play One of His Hits + The Story of When He Got Shot 4 Times + Celebrating 30 Years in Country Music
Tracy Lawrence stops by the house to talk about all his biggest hits from the 90’s like Sticks and Stones, Alibis, Time Marches On and so many more! Bobby and Tracy talk about how it’s crazy his song “Paint me A Birmingham” didn’t go No. 1. Tracy recounts the story of when he got shot back in 1991 and had to get back on the road to support his debut album. Tracy talks about celebrating 30 years in music with his new project Hindsight is 2020. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.