Music Row

In this episode of The Music Row Podcast with Leake , Teigen Gayse opens up about her journey from small town B.C. to Nashville’s neon-lit stages. With charm and honesty, she shares the stories behind her breakout singles, the emotional weight of writing from lived experience, and the hustle it takes to stand out in Canada’s evolving country scene. Leake and Teigen riff on radio play, TikTok tract...

Country artist Josh Ross joins the Music Row Podcast to reflect on his journey from football fields to festival stages, fresh off winning Entertainer and Single of the Year at the 2025 CCMAs. Ross talks about the importance of authenticity, buying a new house so he can cut the grass, and how he co-wrote over half of later tonight and listened to over one thousand tracks that were pitched to him fo...

In this episode, James Barker sits down with Jeff Leake to unpack the band’s new album One of Us —a bold, hook-filled tribute to small-town roots, heartbreak, and the kind of nights that end with a chorus and a cold beer. But it’s not all studio talk. James recounts a now-legendary moment from their European tour—a heated argument over a burrito in Germany.

In this episode, we sit down with the Jack Wharff Band - Big Machine’s newest breakout act - to talk about their rise from viral TikTok moments to headlining stages across the country. The band opens up about meeting each other at an open mic, tour life, their fusion of country, rock, and bluegrass, and the stories behind the songs that are turning heads in Nashville and beyond.

In this heartfelt and gritty episode, Johnny Van Zant joins host Jeff Leake to reflect on his decades-long journey with Lynyrd Skynyrd, the legacy of Southern rock, and the personal weight of carrying his late brother Ronnie’s torch. The conversation dives into the band’s resilience through tragedy, reinvention, and cultural shifts, with Johnny sharing stories from the road, the studio, and the so...

This week on The Music Row Podcast, host Jeff Leake sits down with rising country star Carter Faith for an intimate conversation ahead of her debut album, Cherry Valley, dropping October 2025. Carter opens up about her journey into country music, and what it's like travelling with her band.

In this special episode of Countdown to Lasso , host Jeff Leake gears up for the 2025 LASSO Montréal Festival, Canada’s premier country music celebration. We sit down with Patrick Guay from evenko, the promoter behind the festival, to get the inside scoop on what fans can expect this year—from the headliners to the hidden gems. You’ll also hear exclusive interview clips from some of the rising sta...

In this episode of the Music Row Podcast, we’re gearing up for Canada’s biggest country music celebration—Boots and Hearts Festival! From what to expect to what to pack, we’ve got your festival survival guide ready. Plus, we hear from some of the standout artists lighting up the stage this year, including Dallas Smith, Cameron Whitcomb, Stephen Wilson Jr., Mackenzie Carpenter, Owen Riegling, and A...

In this episode of Music Row Podcast , host Leake sits down with rising country artist Callum Kerr for a candid conversation about songwriting, storytelling, and the road ahead. Callum opens up about moving from Scotland to Texas, acting, Dustin Lynch, the Grand Ole Opry and his new EP Roots Under Me. They dive into the highs and lows of life on tour, the creative process behind curating emotional...

On this episode of the Music Row Podcast, Jeff Leake sits down with rising country star Tucker Wetmore to talk about his debut album What Not To and the journey that shaped it. From heartbreak ballads to party anthems like “Brunette” and “Drinkin’ Boots,” Tucker opens up about the lessons learned through loss, ambition, and football. It’s an honest, high-energy conversation with one of country’s b...

On this episode of the Music Row Podcast with Leake, Mallory Johnson dives deep into the making of her latest album Over the Party. She opens up about the emotional weight behind the songs, talks about a family of touring musicians and bridesmaid dresses. 

This week on the Music Row Podcast with Leake, country artist Kalsey Kulyk joins the show to share her journey of resilience and creativity. She recounts life on the road during COVID, touring in a retrofitted van while keeping her music alive, and opens up about the lessons she learned from working with Niko Moon. From songwriting insights to the stories behind her sound, it’s an episode packed w...

On this week’s Music Row , Dierks Bentley sits down for an honest, roots-deep conversation about his latest journey—The Broken Branches Tour and the album that inspired it. Dierks opens up about the album's collaborators and his ongoing feud with the band Hot Country Knights.

This week on Music Row Podcast , host Leake welcomes The Band Loula, featuring Malachi and Logan, for an engaging discussion about their journey, sound, and their current tour with Dierks Bentley. From behind-the-scenes tour stories to insights on their evolving sound, it’s a conversation music lovers won’t want to miss. Broken Branches Tour Dates June 2025 Jun. 12 – Toronto, ON Jun. 14 – Tinley P...

This week, The Music Row Podcast goes full throttle with Leake as he welcomes the high-octane country-rock powerhouse, The Road Hammers. Known for their electrifying sound and outlaw spirit, the band dives into the evolution of their music, and the road-tested wisdom they've gathered along the way. The band also shares a story about playing a gig in southern Ontario when a massive power outage hit...

This week on Music Row Podcast, Leake sits down with Canadian singer-songwriter Kyle McKearney to discuss his latest album. Kyle opens up about his journey from his early days in music to the experience of touring with the Queen musical We Will Rock You. He shares stories from the road, creative inspirations, and crafting his sound.

This week on the Music Row Podcast, host Jeff Leake welcomes Nate Haller, one of Canada's rising country stars. Known for his energetic performances and distinct vocals, Nate shares insights into his journey from session musician to solo artist, writing music in Nashville and more.

Today's guest on Music Row is Devin Cooper—a prolific songwriter who, in 2024, released his 22-song album, Good Things: Deluxe Edition . But beyond his musical talent, Devin is an extraordinary giver. Check this out: He started working for Alberta Health at just seven years old, founded a charity event that has now raised over $100,000 for Alzheimer’s research and care, and even donated 80% of his...

In this exciting episode of Music Row Podcast , country music star Jess Moskaluke sits down with Leake for a deep dive into her journey, her latest music, upcoming Life for Me tour, social media's impact and doing your own nails. 

In this engaging interview, Niko Moon opens up about several fascinating topics. He discusses his approach to wellness and how he prioritizes mental and physical health while touring, drawing wisdom from his time with Zac Brown—the experience he humorously refers to as “the school of Zac Brown.” Niko also talks about his charitable work through the Happy Cowboy Foundation, highlighting its mission...

On this episode, Dallas Smith joins the program to discuss another No. 1 single on the country music charts, what he looks for in young talent, and his early days as an artist—quickly rising to tour the world and sell millions of albums.

In this episode of the Music Row Podcast, host Jeff Leake sits down with Jake Worthington as he discusses tour vans breaking down, becoming a father to a newborn, his time on The Voice, and growing up in La Porte, Texas.

In this episode, host Jeff Leake sits down with rising country star Mackenzie Carpenter to discuss her journey from small-town Georgia to the heart of Nashville’s music scene. Mackenzie opens up about growing up in a musical family, the moment she made the decision to move to Nashville, and writing with Lily Rose and Megan Moroney.  

On the Music Row Podcast, hosted by Leake, JoJo Mason joined as a guest to discuss the exciting Country Night Across Canada Tour with Steven Lee Olsen. JoJo shared insights about his journey in music, his passion for connecting with fans, and his experiences touring alongside Steven Lee Olsen. 

In this captivating episode of the Music Row Podcast , host Leake welcomes Brandon Wisham to share his inspiring journey in the country music scene. Brandon opens up about the transformative moment of being discovered by rising country star Bailey Zimmerman, a pivotal point that set his career into motion. Together, they delve into Brandon’s path to success, his approach to crafting impactful musi...