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The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Jay Franze
178 episodes
8 hours ago
Two truths can live in country music at once: you can miss the artists who made your 90s radio sing, and still be curious about an AI act topping a digital chart. We open the show with a roll call of “where did they go?” favorites—Cindy Thompson, Ricochet, The Wreckers, BlackHawk—and the songs that still trigger instant nostalgia. Then we jump to now: Vince Gill’s well-earned lifetime honor, Jason Aldean’s collab-heavy release strategy, and the first AI-powered country hit breaking through, f...
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Two truths can live in country music at once: you can miss the artists who made your 90s radio sing, and still be curious about an AI act topping a digital chart. We open the show with a roll call of “where did they go?” favorites—Cindy Thompson, Ricochet, The Wreckers, BlackHawk—and the songs that still trigger instant nostalgia. Then we jump to now: Vince Gill’s well-earned lifetime honor, Jason Aldean’s collab-heavy release strategy, and the first AI-powered country hit breaking through, f...
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Music Commentary
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Music Interviews
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The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Country Stars That Have Vanished, Artist Who Don’t Have the Best Voice, and Country Music News
Two truths can live in country music at once: you can miss the artists who made your 90s radio sing, and still be curious about an AI act topping a digital chart. We open the show with a roll call of “where did they go?” favorites—Cindy Thompson, Ricochet, The Wreckers, BlackHawk—and the songs that still trigger instant nostalgia. Then we jump to now: Vince Gill’s well-earned lifetime honor, Jason Aldean’s collab-heavy release strategy, and the first AI-powered country hit breaking through, f...
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6 days ago
1 hour 14 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Darkest Country Songs, Best Album of All Time, and Country Music News
Ever wondered why the “darkest” country songs linger long after the last note fades? We crack open that list and find more than shock value—there’s craft, confession, and a lineage of storytelling that made the genre brave. From murder ballads to Whiskey Lullaby, we unpack what makes a song haunt you and why those narratives still matter. Then we sprint through the modern pulse: Jelly Roll’s global moment and community work, stacked festival lineups, Abbey Road sessions, and the not-so-silen...
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1 week ago
1 hour 12 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Kayn Falcon
Pop can sparkle and still say something. That’s the throughline as we sit down with recording artist Kayn Falcon, who blends Connecticut calm with New York urgency to craft synthwave-leaning pop that moves the body and nudges the mind. Kayn opens up about producing his songs from the beat up, guarding his creative sessions like sacred space, and trusting a small team of specialists to elevate his mixes and masters without diluting his vision. If you’ve ever wondered how minimal rooms and maxi...
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2 weeks ago
46 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Hall of Fame Worthy Artists, Songs That Make You Crank It Up, and Country Music News
What actually earns a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame—longevity, hits, or the kind of influence that changes what country sounds like? We dig into the real criteria and test the hype with a clear-eyed look at names like Alison Krauss, Brad Paisley, Crystal Gayle, Dwight Yoakam, Faith Hill, and more. Some feel overdue, others feel inevitable, and a few favorites might benefit from time cooking into legacy. With only three inductees selected each year across rotating categories, the bar...
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Robby Johnson, Songs You Hate to Love, and Country Music News
The first chord hits and the room lifts. That’s the magic Robbie Johnson chases with his country-flavored take on You Shook Me All Night Long—faithful to AC/DC’s fire, sparking new life with a searing fiddle solo and tasteful B3 that make crowds throw their hands up without missing the original’s bite. We dig into how Robbie and producer Danny Rader protected the heart of the song, why restraint can be a power move in the studio, and how a great mix turns memory into momentum. From there, we...
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1 month ago
1 hour

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Best Country Guitarists, Best Song in a Movie, and Country Music News
What makes a musician “the best”—flashy solos, bulletproof tone, or the quiet excellence of a session pro who lifts every track they touch? We dig into that question with a fresh list of country’s standout guitarists, then pressure-test the names you know—Keith Urban, Vince Gill, Brad Paisley—against a studio titan who’s played on nearly everything: Brent Mason. Along the way, we break down how electric and acoustic roles really differ, why Telecasters and chicken-pickin’ still define a lane ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Top Women in Country, First Artist You Connected With, and Country Music News
A fan hug mid-song. A chart where Megan Moroney owns the moment. Dolly Parton’s quiet resilience. We chase the heartbeat of country right now and get brutally practical about how artists truly break through—and stay there—when the spotlight moves on. We start with a listener-fueled rundown of the Top 12 women in country, using each pick to explore story, sound, and why certain songs stick. From Gabby Barrett’s early radio push to Trisha Yearwood’s six-year return and Miranda Lambert’s new ed...
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1 month ago
1 hour 28 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Jonny James
Big lights, bigger grit. That’s the pulse running through our conversation with country-rock artist Jonny James—a former college football player who built a million-stream career the hard way: booking his own shows, designing his own merch, and recording between a home base in Indiana and sessions in Nashville. Jonny takes us inside the moments that shaped his sound, from pop-punk roots and Eric Church’s rule-bending to the raw ache of writing Shotgun in the Sky after losing his father-in-law...
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1 month ago
1 hour

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Eugene Rice (American Mile)
A trunk ride with Billy Gibbons, a pair of “blessed” boots, and the moment a lyric became a band name—this one has stories. We sit down with American Mile’s Eugene Rice for a fast, funny, and unfiltered tour through the making of a modern Southern rock band built on grit, harmony, and a never-quit work ethic. From a Vermont town of 1,500 to SoCal stages, Eugene traces the path: sleeping in rehearsal spaces, selling a bike to buy an RV, and logging 200+ dates a year—often in four-hour marathon...
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1 month ago
44 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Remembering Brett James, Artists That Sound Like Other Artists, and Country Music News
Nashville's songwriting community suffered a devastating loss with the passing of Brett James, a prolific songwriter who gave up medical school to pursue his passion for music. With 27 number one hits among his 500+ released songs, Brett's legacy includes classics like "Jesus Take the Wheel" by Carrie Underwood and "When the Sun Goes Down" by Kenny Chesney. His story reminds us how the unexpected paths we choose can lead to extraordinary impact. We dive into the ongoing story of Farm Aid, Wi...
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1 month ago
59 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Gale Bird
What happens when a childhood nickname becomes a musical identity? Josh Gale and Sean from the band Gale Byrd join us to share how football fields in Texas, marsh sunsets in Charleston, and the everyday struggles of marriage have shaped their distinctive sound. The conversation dives deep into the creative heartbeat of this Charleston-based band. Josh reveals how his football nickname "Gale Bird" eventually became their band name, while Sean explains the meticulous production process that tr...
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1 month ago
54 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Nashville Stars Get Canceled, Artists More People Should Know, and Country Music News
When does a country star get "canceled," and does it even work? In this eye-opening episode, Jay and Tiffany dive into eight notorious country music controversies—from Morgan Wallen's racial slur captured on a doorbell camera to Jerry Lee Lewis marrying his 13-year-old cousin (which rock music rejected but country music... accepted?). Their candid exploration reveals the strange double standards that exist within different music communities. Beyond cancel culture, we uncover a startling radi...
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2 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
CMA Snubs and Surprises, Best Story in a Song, and Country Music News
The lines between success and snubs blur in our deep dive into the 2025 CMA Award nominations. Morgan Wallen simultaneously celebrates three wins while feeling overlooked in other categories, perfectly capturing the industry's complex relationship with commercial success. Miranda Lambert makes a triumphant return with her first album in five years, while Jelly Roll and Post Malone find themselves surprisingly excluded from major categories despite their massive impact on the genre. We explor...
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2 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
13 Artists That Should Play at Taylor Swift’s Wedding, Best Live Show, and Country Music News
Send us a text Taylor Swift's wedding planning takes center stage as we unveil the potential 13-artist lineup rumored to perform at her upcoming nuptials. From long-time collaborators like Colby Caillat to surprising connections with Kenny Chesney, we explore why each artist made the speculative list—and who's conspicuously missing. The real story might be Von Ray, who gave a young pre-fame Swift her first stage opportunity, creating the kind of authentic connection that wedding playlists are...
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2 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Stella Soleil
Send us a text What happens when a buried pop gem finally gets its moment to shine? Stella Soleil joins us to share the fascinating 14-year journey of her song "Hello" – from its unexpected birth in a hard rock band to its powerful 2025 revival. Stella takes us behind the curtain of her remarkable career, revealing how she championed Slipknot before they became global metal icons. "I always insisted we play on the same show," she explains, describing her early conviction that the masked musi...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Taylor Swift's Engagement, Best Party Song, and Country Music News
Send us a text What happens when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement announcement collides with a passionate debate about the greatest party song of all time? Pure entertainment gold on The Jay Franze Show. Hosts Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason kick things off by diving into the swirling conspiracy theories surrounding Taylor Swift's engagement. From the podcast proposal cover-up (did Travis plan it all along?) to the significance of the number 13 in the announcement timing, they examine...
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2 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Christopher Wyze
Send us a text Ever wondered what it would be like to completely reinvent yourself after a successful career? Christopher Wyze's remarkable journey from advertising executive to blues musician proves it's never too late to follow your passion. Growing up in Indiana, Christopher's introduction to blues came when his college-aged brother brought home BB King and Bobby Blue Bland records. Though the music resonated with him, life took him in a different direction – building a career in marketin...
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2 months ago
51 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Best line in a Song, Weekly Top 10, and Country Music News
Send us a text What makes a song lyric truly unforgettable? Is it the clever wordplay, the raw emotion, or the way it perfectly captures a universal feeling? Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason dive headfirst into this question, sparking a fascinating conversation with their listeners about the lines that have stuck with them through the years. From Garth Brooks' bittersweet reflection that "I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance" to Johnny Cash's chilling confession "I sh...
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3 months ago
53 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Billie Jo Jones, Songs Without the Title in the Chorus, and Country Music News
Send us a text Get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation with rising country star Billie Jo Jones as she joins Jay Franze and co-host Tiffany Mason for a candid discussion about her musical journey and exciting upcoming projects. The Texas-born artist shares breaking news about her sophomore album "Turquoise and Silver," set to release this October. "I really think this album beats the last album, and I didn't think I was going to be able to say that," Jones confesses with ge...
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3 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Chris Erasmus
Send us a text Few artists bring a perspective to country music as unique as Chris Erasmus. Growing up in a game reserve in Zimbabwe before relocating to South Africa, Erasmus developed an authentic connection to rural life that most country singers can only romanticize. On this captivating episode, he shares stories of herding buffalo on horseback, working as a genuine cowboy in Montana, and how these experiences naturally translated into a country music career based in London. "I didn't se...
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3 months ago
40 minutes

The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
Two truths can live in country music at once: you can miss the artists who made your 90s radio sing, and still be curious about an AI act topping a digital chart. We open the show with a roll call of “where did they go?” favorites—Cindy Thompson, Ricochet, The Wreckers, BlackHawk—and the songs that still trigger instant nostalgia. Then we jump to now: Vince Gill’s well-earned lifetime honor, Jason Aldean’s collab-heavy release strategy, and the first AI-powered country hit breaking through, f...