Crook & Chase: Nashville Chats

The untimely death of country icon Joe Diffie. One of our last conversations that reveals the heart of the man and the artist. Then, an uplifting look at our conversations through the years with Blake Shelton, who reveres the music, including Joe Diffie's, that paved the way for him. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

On March 20, 2020, global superstar Kenny Rogers passed away at the age of 81. His legendary career spanned more than six decades. Crook & Chase knew Kenny and worked with him for more than 30 of those years. Listen to one of their most revealing, poignant conversations as Kenny tells Lorianne and Charlie the truth behind his relationship with Dolly Parton, the life advice from his mom that ke...

In just a couple of years, country star Kane Brown has not only gone from being a shy newcomer to a headliner who sells out arenas, but has also become a major influencer in the ever changing field of country music. His laid back style coupled with his hit making prowess has scored 5 number one hits with the latest being Homesick. He also became just the 11th headlining country artist to sell out...

THE top female artists in country music tell it like it is! Carrie, Reba, Dolly, Trisha, Maren, Kelly Clarkson and more share their unique perspectives about being a superstar, super woman! From being "the boss" to the pressures of being "pretty" on stage to staying true to your faith in a cutthroat business - the truth is told. Plus, Jason Aldean, Brothers Osborne, and Rascal Flatts lay out their...

If there was ever a musical “do it yourself” success story, it has to be Aaron Watson. From the very beginning he has done things differently than the majority and has remained in control of his songwriting, his albums, his tours, every aspect of his budding career which has taken him from regional success based in Texas to nationwide attention that has solidified his role among country music’s el...

Most of his left side was blown off in an IED attack during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005. Fifteen years after wishing he had just died, Sgt. Noah Galloway is a globally recognized motivational speaker, a fitness and health expert despite his permanent injuries, and has even hosted Nashville's famous Grand Ole Opry and placed third on Dancing With The Stars! Whatever you think about war and the...

Over the years, we’ve amassed a wonderful library of interviews with country’s biggest stars. Many of them were just starting out, we mean the VERY beginning. Such is the case with this edition of Crook & Chase Nashville Chats featuring Taylor Swift. This interview took place in May of 2006 within days of the release of her first single titled Tim McGraw. This is our first interview with then...

Maddie & Tae: They ARE the "girl in a country song" - success, disaster, heartbreak, but through it all - love wins. Their fast lane to stardom turned out to be fraught with speed bumps. What happened to them has sunk many a career, but Maddie & Tae showed faith, perseverance, and a solid confidence in their talent. Hear them tell to Crook & Chase the true story of their friendship, he...

You’re gonna get a kick out of country’s hot new group Gone West. Spearheaded by Grammy winner Colbie Caillat, they’ve settled in Nashville and are bringing their songwriting talents to life with a fresh new sound. Colbie is joined by Justin Young along with Nelly Joy and her husband Jason Reeves. Together these 2 couples and close friends are having a blast with their music hitting the chart, as...

Little Big Town, one of country music’s most successful and awarded groups, has just released their 9th studio album called NIGHTFALL. Karen, Kimberly, Jimmy, and Philip debuted their new project at Carnegie Hall to launch the new year. After that exciting kickoff in the New York, they returned to Nashville to join Lorianne and Charlie on Nashville Chats. NIGHTFALL contains the band’s most emotion...

Global stars with stories to tell, Howard and David, the Bellamy Brothers let the love and laughter flow as they recount the wildest, funniest predicaments of their 45 year career! What happened on the family ranch when their prize bull ate the "plants" the young Bellamy's hid from their Dad; the day no one showed up at their outdoor concert; their road rules about beauty queens; and the reason bo...

In the late 60s the theme song for the popular TV show Green Acres went like this : Green Acres is the place to be, farm living is the life for me, land spreadin' out so far and wide, keep Manhattan just give me that countryside". Those lyrics fit Dustin Lynch perfectly. He's one of country's hottest young stars and has just released his new hometown themed CD called TULLAHOMA. Named after his hom...

A rare interview with Grammy award winning vocalist Patty Loveless. A superstar of the 1980's and 90's, Patty ducked out of the spotlight more than 15 years ago. In a rare appearance aboard the Country Music Cruise, Patty explains her absence - the mystery lies in her wedding vows; she details her journey from talented Pikeville, Kentucky teenager, to her unexpected friendship with Porter Wagoner...

Emotionally raw in his music. Intensely sensitive and private in person, Kip Moore lifts the veil to reveal his BIG decision to change his life. Plus, how he unknowingly impacted the life of fellow star and good friend Ashley McBryde. Ashley told us the story, now we tell Kip, and he is blown away! Hear the inside stories from one of music's coolest artists - Kip Moore. Learn more about your ad-ch...

David Ball’s celebration of the 25th anniversary of his signature hit THINKIN’ PROBLEM is underway and David has gone big time by releasing 3 new CDs within weeks of each other. Before hitting it big with THINKING PROBLEM in 1994, David was honing his craft as a member of an Americana-pioneering trio known as Uncle Walt’s Band. On this edition of Crook & Chase Nashville chats, David recalls th...

With an impact on country music like no other, Clint Black assesses his 30 years as a superstar, husband, and father. His first-ever live album "Still Killin' Time" commemorates the legendary status of his 1989 debut album "Killin' Time" and delivers the complete range of his hit songs. Hear Clint express to Crook & Chase his most vivid life experiences; his most difficult, life changing decis...

Darin and Brooke Aldridge, award-winning husband and wife entertainers, share their story of love and music as they begin their journey into superstardom. Brooke is now a three-time Female Vocalist award winner from the International Bluegrass Music Association. Darin has already received the IBMA's coveted Mentor Award for using his extraordinary talents to cultivate the gifts of more than 1,000...

Hard work has taken Jason Aldean to the pinnacle of country music, being recognized multiple times as Entertainer of the Year as well as ACM Artist of the Decade.. Now Jason reaches another very personal milestone with the release of his 9th album called simply, 9. There are several reasons behind the title choice which Jason reveals to Lorianne and Charlie in Nashville Chats. Then things take a h...

When his teenage son, Jerry, was killed in a boating accident, country star Craig Morgan broke down. In a flash of divine inspiration he wrote a song that hurts but is helping others. "The Father, My Son, and The Holy Ghost" is a source of healing for those who have lost loved ones, but Craig tells Crook & Chase that singing it brings no comfort to him and why he will never heal from his famil...

Have you ever thought about writing a song? Do you have the hidden talent that could bring fame and fortune into your life? Can songwriting be taught? How do you know when a song is finished? Here come the answers to those questions and more. This edition of Crook & Chase Nashville Chats features a visit with renowned singer/songwriter Victoria Shaw, who knows all the ins and outs of what it t...

Besides being the CMA Record holder for most wins as Musician Of The Year, Mac McAnally has also written some of the most iconic songs to ever come out of Nashville. Mac joins Lorianne and Charlie on Nashville Chats to recall playing guitar in honky tonks at age 13, to playing guitar with Buffet as a member of the Coral Reefer Band, and everything in between. Mac is also one of the funniest guys y...

Luke Combs issues his sophomore album "What You See Is What You Get". Miranda has unleashed "Wildcard". Luke and Miranda each delve into the songs they wrote - and why. Luke says he's not what some people might expect a "star" to look like or act like, but hopes to inspire others who feel "different" to go for it. Miranda rebounds from her post-divorce years with a happier, more light-hearted musi...

Louise Mandrell of the famous Mandrell Family has released her first new album in 30 years! Still as beautiful and bold as she was making hit music and tv shows in the 80's and 90's, Louise barrels back into the spotlight with the album Playing Favorites, a collection of the classic country hits we all know and love. Louise also dishes about her famous sisters, Barbara and Irlene, and describes wh...

He's not only loaded with energy, he's loaded with talent. Over the past few years, Chris Janson has stepped forward and topped the charts with his progressive style of modern country music. On this edition of Crook & Chase Nashville Chats, Lorianne and Charlie welcome Chris to discuss his project called REAL FRIENDS. The title alone opens up all sorts of conversation including the time his "r...

Once a wild and nearly crazy country hell raiser, Brantley Gilbert is now a superstar. He's still a hell raiser, but unapologetically a family man of deep faith. He sings his story in the new album Fire & Brimstone. Brantley rocks his country music to the core, but for the first time let's his vulnerability peek through. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com...