Country Heat Weekly

Dierks Bentley checks in from the Beers on Me Tour to share his new single "Gold" as well as an album update. Why won't his last #1 be on the new project? We'll find out! Kelly and Amber speculate on which country stars they'd like to see in Hamilton, and introduce you to an Old Dominion mega fan. Plus they dig into hot new tunes from Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban and Maren Morris. New episodes drop T...

On the eve of releasing her first new project in 6 years, Brooke Eden stops by to reveal the journey she's been on with her physical and emotional healing. She shares stories from her childhood, including how our [RE]Discover artist JoDee Messina inspired Brooke and her childhood bestie Cassadee Pope! Kelly and Amber round up all the sweet tea from Music Row, including what to expect on the upcomi...

We're looking back on our chat with Walker Hayes from last January in this Episode 10 Encore! He had just released  Country Stuff The Album  at that time, but we've already got new music to share too! Kelly and Amber also catch up with the girls of "Kelsea Central" - Kelsea Ballerini Superfans-turned-roommates brought together by their favorite singer. This episode originally aired Janua...

In celebration of his new album  Tulip Drive , we encore this fun visit with GRAMMY nominee Jimmie Allen. You'll also hear Alan Jackson's daughter share the perks of having a celebrity dad, including backstage hangs with boy bands! This episode originally aired December 2, 2021. New episodes drop every Thursday, direct from Nashville! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...

We wrap up the first season of Country Heat Weekly with a walk down Memory Lane with Luke Bryan! Recorded live at CMA Fest, Luke reflects on going to the festival as a fan, coming up through the country music ranks, and how he adjusts to playing stages of all sizes. We also share an exclusive story from Luke Combs you gotta hear to believe, and [RE]Discover Elvis's country roots. See Privacy Polic...

Luke Combs shows why he's the reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year when he entertains us with stories from the making of his new album, "Growin' Up." Hear why he didn't want to ask Miranda Lambert to cut a duet, and why he tells himself he's a better singer than Adele. Plus Kelly and Amber dive into the latest headlines out of Nashville and celebrate Black Music Month by exploring tracks from the...

Fans ask the questions and share the laughs in the second of three episodes recorded at CMA Fest! Russell Dickerson shares how life imitated art the day he wrote "She Likes It" with Jake Scott, why certain songs make him extra emotional, and what he learned touring with Tim McGraw. Kelly and Amber round up some just announced albums, and [RE]Discover the music Chely Wright made after her historic...

Relive all the excitement of CMA Fest 2022 including our live Center Stage interview with Kelsea Ballerini! The Tennessee native shares memories of her first CMA Fest, both as an artist and as a fan. Plus she spills the tea about her next album and answers fan questions. Kelly and Amber take you backstage to chat with superstars including Jason Aldean, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urb...

It's CMA Week in Nashville and Jordan Davis stops by with new music! He shares what HIS world spins around these days, and gives a glimpse of life at home with two toddlers and two dogs. Kelly and Amber have the details on this week's tour launches for Luke Bryan and Maren Morris, as well as how you can see Old Dominion in concert for free! Plus we [RE]Discover how Martina McBride has us...

Years ago, TJ Osborne and his brother John started preparing for the eventual moment TJ would be able to live openly. From the closet to the GRAMMY stage, he shares the intimate details behind his coming out story. TJ takes us through the nervewracking morning he came out to the world, how he met his current boyfriend, and what it all means for future Brothers Osborne music. Plus, Kelly and A...

After massive success as half of Florida Georgia Line, Tyler Hubbard found himself in the surprising position of launching a solo career. Listen in as he shares the timeline and logistics of wrapping up his time in a duo and discovering the stories he wants to tell as a solo artist. Kelly and Amber also take you behind the scenes of a country star auditioning for Broadway, and introduce you to a G...

Despite massive success as an author, influencer and entrepranuer, Jessie James Decker is still chasing her big dream: Country Music. In a candid conversation, the former reality tv star gives a master class in resiliance, persaverence, and how she organizes her multi-faceted life. Kelly and Amber take you to all the big Nashville events from the last week, including Naomi Judd's memoria...

The boys of Austin based Midland share their unique brand of country music, and reveal some wild stories about their buddy Matthew McConaughey. Kelly and Amber spill the tea on new babies and record deals, review a Kane Brown show, and celebrate Dolly Parton's induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with a never before heard chat with the legend herself! New episodes drop each Thursday...

It's a dark night on a seedy side of Nashville, and Chris Janson is shoveling dirt onto Eric Church in a shallow grave. What's going on? Find out when Chris stops by the Amazon Music studios on Music Row! Kelly and Amber recount their cross country adventures from wine country to the beach with Jordan Davis, Hailey Whitters, BRELAND and more. Plus they chat with daddy-to-be Luke Combs about the dr...

Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Eric Church swings by Country Heat Weekly to talk albums, touring, and cord storage management. Plus, rediscovering George Strait and all the country music news you need to get through the week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Center Stage spotlight shines on Cole Swindell this week, as we celebrate the release of his new album Stereotype . Cole loves doing the unexpected, like completely re-writing one of his favorite 90's hits, or partnering with Lainey Wilson for a firey duet. Kelly and Amber take us party hopping as they attend the premiere of the Amazon Original documentary For Love & Country, the...

After Carrie Underwood and Mickey Guyton tweeted about her, Reyna Roberts was on a fast track to success. She tells hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson how music literally saved her life as a child in Alaska; how her mother manifested her song making it on ESPN — and about her appearance in the new Amazon Music documentary, “For Love & Country.” Plus: hear why Amber doesn’t want to discuss s...

Maren Morris has a new album to celebrate, but she hasn't forgotten where she came from. She looks back on the early days of her time in Nashville, shares advice for aspiring songwriters, and reveals how the pandemic changed her career. Hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson have been all over Nashville this week and will take you along to a sold out show at the Ryman and private event with Russell...

Listen in on a candid conversation with Carrie Underwood about her upcoming album, her Las Vegas residency and the farm animals she is raising in her basement! She reveals what happens in Vegas that couldn't happen on tour, and what caught her ear in her new single "Ghost Story." Kelly and Amber fan out with British host Baylen Leonard, who reports on the high points of the UK's Country 2 Country...

Country hitmaker Chris Young looks back on the beginnings of his career, and shares some music business lessons with our listeners. His long friendships hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson bring out tales you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, we compare stories between BRELAND and Thomas Rhett about their new single, "Praise the Lord" while Luke Bryan trades jabs with Ryan Hurd! Another star packe...

Fresh from her ACM Awards hosting job, American icon Dolly Parton joins the pod to talk about her new book and album, Run Rose Run . She also shares the scoop on the rumored movie of the same name, and reveals her dream duet partner! Tag along as Kelly and Amber cover Las Vegas, from rehearsals to the red carpet of the 57th ACM Awards. Eavesdrop on chats with the night's big performers and winners...

ACM Awards co-host Gabby Barrett checks in with an update on her preparations for the 57th ACM Awards and reveals she's never met her co-host, Dolly Parton! Chris Young stops by to talk about being the most nominated artist at this show and spills the tea on his double performance. Hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson take you behind the scenes of the performances, nominations and VIP events happ...

Amazon Music Artist to Watch Willie Jones hangs out for a wide ranging discussion on being a Black man in country. His music fuses country with hip-hop, pop and reggae while paying homage to his Southern roots. Hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson also reveal how last week's guest BRELAND made good on his promise and bring you up to date on the latest news from Nashville. Plus, we wrap up Bl...

Get to know Amazon Music's Breakthrough artist BRELAND as he reveals his musical backstory, the life changing text message from Dierks Bentley, and his most embarrassing moments on stage. Hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson review Kacey Musgraves' Nashville tour stop, and Chris Young's mom shares the sacrifices and struggles she made as a young single mom who is now a Business Manager to the sta...

Dustin Lynch drops by our Music Row studio to celebrate the release of his new album Blue in the Sky and upcoming Party Mode Tour. Hosts Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson share some Valentine gift ideas and anti-Valentine song selections! Plus we look back on the epic career of Randy Travis. New episodes of  Country Heat Weekly  drop Thursday, direct from the heart...