Songwriter Connection

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome award-winning and Grammy-nominated songwriter Jeff Batson to the dining room table. Jeff’s songs have traveled far and wide, but the road he took to get here is even more remarkable. In this episode, he opens up about his journey through Nashville’s music scene — the highs, the hurdles, the unexpected turns, and the moments that shaped his craft...

This week on The Songwriter Connection, we welcome the powerhouse voice and heartfelt storyteller, Cheyne Stilwell . Four years ago, Cheyne packed up and made the leap to Nashville to chase a dream that’s been burning inside him for as long as he can remember. Since then, he’s been carving out his place in Music City with a big voice, tremendous talent, and a passion that deserves to be heard. In...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , my guest is filmmaker and songwriter Martin Buchanan . We dive into the hot topic of AI in the music business — is it a helpful tool or just plain cheating? Martin shares his insights from both the creative and production sides, along with valuable tips on promoting your songs through video . Plus, you’ll hear new music from his latest project, Revolving Do...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we’re thrilled to welcome the soulful and dynamic Leanne Binder! Hailing from Youngstown, Ohio, Leanne has carved her own unmistakable place in the blues world with a voice that smolders, a presence that commands the stage, and songs that come straight from the heart. With decades of touring, recording, and performing under her belt, Leanne shares stories f...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we welcome Mister Moon — the incredible duo Leah and Savs from Season 26 of The Voice ! Their harmonies are pure magic and their songwriting shines with honesty, heart, and a little bit of that Nashville soul. Join us around the dining room table as we laugh, swap stories, and share some unforgettable songs with these two rising stars. It’s an intimate, joy...

🎄 Songwriter Connection – Holiday Season Special 🎶 This week on Songwriter Connection , we’re celebrating the holidays and a huge milestone — 3 million streams worldwide — with a very special live episode from The Local in Nashville ! We gathered in front of a packed house for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling with two incredible guests. Randy Brooks , the songwriter behind the ho...

This week on The Songwriter Connection , we’re joined by award-winning songwriter, artist, and filmmaker Shantell Ogden — the creative force behind the brand-new holiday movie Music City Mistletoe ! Shantell shares the inside story of writing and executive producing the film, how music plays a starring role, and what it takes to bring a Nashville Christmas story to life on screen. We also dive int...

This week on Songwriter Connection , we welcome Bobby Chitwood — a Texas-born singer-songwriter now calling Wyoming home. Bobby has been lighting up stages across the country with his high-energy shows and authentic storytelling. His long-awaited new album, Redneckery and That’s Just Me , is streaming everywhere and packed with songs that capture his humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom. In this e...

🎙 This Week on The Songwriter Connection Podcast We welcome back the incredibly talented Lacie Carpenter — violinist, songwriter, and all-around musical powerhouse! Lacie is currently on tour across the U.S. with The Wizards of Winter , a holiday-themed rock opera featuring former members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, Trixter, Rainbow, Ted Nugent Band, Alice Cooper , and more. In this...

This week on The Songwriter Connection Podcast , my guest is the incredibly talented Michelle Canning — singer, songwriter, and producer of a truly unique Christmas project titled “Hey, Have You Heard?” This isn’t your typical Christmas album. Michelle has created what she calls a Christmas opera — a beautifully woven collection of songs inspired by the people and stories surrounding the birth of...

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,...