Songwriter Connection

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome The Heels — three amazing, talented, and beautiful ladies whose songs, stories, and harmonies are lighting up Nashville! 🌟 Hailing from North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada , The Heels have brought their infectious energy and signature blend of voices to Music City, where they’re quickly making a name for themselves. In this episode, they s...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome the incredible Ana Cristina Cash — singer, songwriter, and powerhouse vocalist with deep roots in both country and Latin music. Born and raised in Miami, Ana Cristina began performing at an early age, signed her first record deal as a teenager, and went on to make history as one of the youngest performers to sing the National Anthem at a presiden...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome the talented twin sisters Kelly and Sarah . Since making the move to Nashville in 2020, they’ve been carving out their place in Music City—writing songs, playing shows on Lower Broadway, and turning heads with their unmistakable sibling harmony. In this episode, you’ll hear their inspiring journey, the challenges and rewards of chasing the dream...

This week on The Songwriter Connection Podcast , we bring you a very special episode featuring The Women Behind the Lyrics — four powerhouse artists who are redefining what it means to be a woman in country music today. These incredible songwriters and performers are part of a new reality music documentary, capturing their journey of singing, writing, and hitting the road together — all while a fi...

Our guest this week is Jer Gregg — a powerful storyteller whose music blends the heartland grit of Springsteen and Petty with the soul of Buckley and Mellencamp. From his stripped-down acoustic album OTIS to his electrifying live performances across Nashville, London, and even Australia, Jer has built a reputation for writing songs that cut deep with honesty and heart. In this episode, Jer shares...

This week, we welcome one of Nashville’s hottest rising duos, The Wanderings ! ✨ Caitlin Quisenberry, who earned a Golden Ticket on American Idol and later joined Team Reba on Season 24 of The Voice , joins forces with Ryan Neely, a talented songwriter, singer, and producer from the Pacific Northwest. Together, they’re carving out a fresh sound and are already turning heads across Music City. Tho...

This week on the Songwriter Connection Podcast, I sit down with Steven Cade — multi award-winning singer-songwriter and recent inductee into the California Music Hall of Fame . Steven’s heartfelt music blends country, pop, and contemporary influences, earning him national recognition and a loyal fanbase. In our conversation, we talk about the stories behind his songs, his journey as an independent...

This week on the Songwriter Connection Podcast , we welcome a true storyteller in every sense of the word — Stephen Clark . With over 40 years in broadcasting as a TV anchor, radio DJ, and network news reporter, Stephen spent his career delivering headlines. Now, he's writing hooks and verses. After stepping away from the camera, Stephen followed his passion for music all the way to Florida, w...

This week on Songwriter Connection, we welcome the powerhouse talent Hannah Anders — a singer, songwriter, and one of Nashville’s premier vocal coaches. Fresh off her second European tour this year, Hannah joins us to share her incredible music, the heartfelt stories behind her songs, and the inspiring journey that’s taken her from Nashville stages to international audiences. With a voice that com...

It’s a return visit from the incredibly talented duo Parker and Dallaire on this week’s Songwriter Connection ! Frank and Tom are back with more of their signature harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. In this episode, they share the stories behind their latest songs, reflect on their creative journey, and even debut a brand-new tune live around the dining room table. Don’t miss this intimate and i...

🎙️ The Songwriter Connection Podcast welcomes a true Southern rock and country legend — Henry Paul , founding member of The Outlaws , The Henry Paul Band , and Blackhawk . In this episode, Henry shares stories from his incredible journey in music and dives into his new book, The Last Outlaw . We’ll talk about the rise of the bands that shaped his career, their continued impact as they remain activ...

This week on the Songwriter Connection Podcast, we're joined by the incredibly talented sibling trio Daves Highway —Delany, Erika, and Zach. Known for their blood harmony that only siblings can deliver, they bring powerful vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and a genuine love of music to every performance. Their brand new album "If You Ask Me" is out now, and in this episode, they share th...

In this very special episode of the Songwriter Connection Podcast, we honor the life, legacy, and music of our dear friend and brother, Tim Skeen — one of the finest songwriters you may have never heard. Tim passed away in October of 2023, but his words and melodies live on in powerful and profound ways. Join us as three of Tim’s closest songwriting brothers — Gary White, Dave Blowers, and Greg Al...

Join us for an unforgettable episode as we sit down with Grammy Award-winning Engineer/Producer Alan Sanderson , owner of Pacific Beat Recording Studio in beautiful San Diego, California. Alan—along with his wife Taylin—shares the story behind their one-of-a-kind studio and gives us an exclusive look into the world of music production at the highest level. Alan has worked with some of the biggest...

This week on Songwriter Connection , we welcome the powerhouse talent that is Deborah Allen ! A multi-talented singer, songwriter, and performer, Deborah made waves on both the country and pop charts with her smash hit “Baby I Lied” , but her influence goes far beyond her own recordings. She’s penned hits for a stunning range of artists, including Brooks & Dunn, Conway Twitty, Patty Loveless,...

On this special episode of Songwriter Connection , we’re diving deep into the music and legacy of the most influential band of all time — The Beatles. Join us as we celebrate Four Lads From Liverpool , an incredible new show debuting at The Franklin Theatre that tells the story of John, Paul, George, and Ringo like never before — through all original music! Our guests are the brilliant minds behin...

This week, we welcome an extraordinary guest to the Songwriter Connection table— Mike Carrodo , a nearly 30-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps whose journey bridges the worlds of military service and music. Before 9/11, Mike’s band was a touring powerhouse, playing 200–250 dates a year and sharing the stage with legends like The Derek Trucks Band, Edwin McCain, and even Tina Turner . Everything...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome singer-songwriter Ronny Criss , whose heartfelt blend of Americana, Country, Pop, and Rock has captured the attention of fans and TV audiences alike — including a feature on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy . Now signed to Rainfeather Records , Ronny joins us to talk about his upcoming album, Hurricane Heart , set to release this summer. We dive into his cre...

This week on Songwriter Connection , we sit down with award-winning artist Aliza Hava , whose powerful fusion of Folk, Rock, and Soul is making waves around the world—and on the charts. With gut-level honest lyrics and a voice full of passion, Aliza's music is more than just entertainment—it's a vehicle for healing, connection, and global unity. From performing at international events to c...

In this episode of The Songwriter Connection Podcast , we sit down with one of country music’s most exciting new voices — Tyra Madison . With over 12 million streams to her name, features on Spotify’s New Music Nashville , Apple Music’s Country Risers , and a music video debut on CMT , Tyra is blazing her own trail in the Nashville scene. An authentic storyteller with powerhouse vocals, Tyra opens...

In this special milestone episode of The Songwriter Connection Podcast , we step out of the dining room and onto the stage at Nashville hotspot The Local to celebrate 2 million streams of the show! And who better to mark the occasion with than legendary #1 hit songwriter Chris Wallin ? Chris has penned some of country music’s most powerful and unforgettable songs, including “Don’t Blink” (Kenny Ch...

In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented Gwynn Sisters — Mia, Kylie, and Lila — three powerhouse musicians whose voices blend in perfect, soul-stirring blood harmony. Hailing from Yuma, Arizona and now calling Nashville home, these multi-instrumentalist sisters have been steeped in music their entire lives, performing everywhere from intimate house concerts to major festivals....

This week, we welcome a true music industry veteran — Steve Trudell . Born into the business and raised in the legendary halls of Motown alongside his father, the iconic Johnny Trudell , Steve has spent his life working with some of the biggest names in music, including The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Disturbed, Evanescence, Billy Joel, Peter Gabriel, Rod Stewart ,and many more. Now based in Nashvil...

Meet Kiersi Joli — a 17-year-old blues sensation with a soul far beyond her years. From the moment she picked up a harmonica at age six, Kiersi’s musical journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. By nine, she was already turning heads as a young spokesperson for Hohner harmonicas. Today, she’s a multi-instrumentalist, award-winning singer-songwriter, and festival favorite, known not just fo...

In this exciting return visit, KC Johns joins us once again—this time with fresh tracks, raw stories, and the blazing lead guitar of Timothy B right at the dining room table. KC is a true force of nature: a road warrior with a powerhouse rockstar voice, a heart rooted in country grit, and a soul forged from the barrel racing arenas of her Mississippi upbringing, just south of Memphis, TN. We dive...