Bobbycast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 inf

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New duo Tigirlily sits down with Bobby to talk about how they handle being sisters in a country duo. Kendra and Krista talk about how they’ve had the same name since they started as teenagers in a small town in North Dakota until they came to Nashville and started by playing bars on Broadway. They talk about their new EP and getting to work with some of the biggest writers in Nashville and also getting to make their national TV debut on a famous soap opera. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Kelley of Lady A stops by and gives the true, untold story of how the trio really came to be. He talks about how they all found each other, where they got the name and what led to them getting their first record deal. Bobby and Charles talk about the days of releasing their first album to when “Need You Now” blew up and changed their lives forever. They get into songs from the new album “What A Song Can Do” and the song that Charles wrote for the album that’s his favorite that he’s ever been a part of. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Flowers has written No. 1 songs for Sam Hunt, Jason Aldean and Billy Currington. He also has a song on the radio right now that he wrote: “Chasing After You” by Ryan Hurd and Maren Morris. On top of that he is Keith Urban’s Bass Player and Musical Director. Jerry tells us about how he first met Keith and played in his first band “The Ranch” and what it was like touring back in the 90’s...plus ultimately what led to the band calling it quits. Jerry and Bobby talk about the other gigs he had playing with The Counting Crows and The Chicks which eventually lead him back to playing with Keith. He also shares how Sam Hunt is as a writer and the craziest concert he’s ever played. Follow Jerry on Instagram @JerryFlowersMusic Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby brings on Scuba Steve who 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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby talks to Jo Dee Messina who comes to us from her home in Georgia. Jo Dee talks about how life has taken her from Boston to Nashville to now settling down in Georgia while still touring the country. She talks about the early days of getting her record deal in Nashville with fellow label mate, Tim McGraw. Jo Dee also reveals the two songs that blocked her from landing No. 1’s songs in the 90’s for two of her signature songs. Jo Dee also talks about how she took a chance on having Rascal Flatts as her opening act back in the day and how it was seeing LeAnn Rimes career blow up so quickly because she was so talented. Bobby and Eddie also talk about songs that debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.