Music Row

Dalton Davis is back on The Music Row Podcast! The North Carolina native and rising MCA/Republic Records star returns for round two to catch us up on his explosive year — new music, major label momentum, and life on the road. From his wild upbringing and gospel roots to opening for country heavyweights and dropping gritty, soulful anthems like “Cows In The Front Yard” and “Redneck And You Know It,...

Join host Leake and special guest Antonio LaRosa for a candid, high-energy conversation on the Music Row Podcast. This episode dives deep into the world of country rock and roots music as they explore genres, songwriting craft, life on the road, and the stories behind the songs. From touring across Canada in a trusty Toyota Sienna to the massive influence of his father-in-law’s CD collection, Anto...

Join us on this episode of the Music Row Podcast for an unforgettable conversation with rising country star Jackson Dean ! Fresh off the release of his acclaimed new album Magnolia Sage (out now via Big Machine Records), Jackson sits down to share stories from his Maryland roots, how his uncles took him out to play gigs as a kid, his admiration for Brothers Osborne, and the viral moment singing th...

Today on The Music Row Podcast , I’m sitting down with an artist whose story is every bit as compelling as the songs she writes. Belles grew up in Nebraska, where small‑town roots shaped big‑time ambition. She graduated early, packed up, and made the move to Nashville — chasing the kind of career most people only talk about. In this episode, we dig into that journey: what it was like growing up in...

Emmett Jerome is back on the Music Row Podcast, and this time the conversation goes deep. Jeff and Emmett dig into the fast‑moving world of AI in music — what excites them, what worries them, and how artists can stay creative and authentic as the landscape shifts. From songwriting tools to production shortcuts to the ethics of voice cloning, they explore where AI fits into the creative process and...

Owen Riegling is back on the Music Row Podcast, and the timing couldn’t be better! Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated new album In The Feeling (out now), Owen sits down with Jeff Leake to talk about the stories behind the record, the emotional ride of going from small-town Bruce County to selling out Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall (April 18), and making his Grand Ole Opry debut in Na...

Episode Description: On this episode of The Music Row Podcast with Leake , host Jeff Leake sits down with platinum-recording artist Atlus for a raw and inspiring conversation about his journey from the trailer park to the top of the country charts. Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated label debut album Art of Letting Go (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), Atlus opens up about the making of...

Episode Title Suggestion: From Small-Town California Stages to Nashville Mentorship: Tyler Rich's Journey to Music Row Podcast Description: In this episode of The Music Row Podcast, host Leake sits down with rising country star Tyler Rich for a candid conversation about chasing the dream against all odds. Tyler opens up about growing up in a small town in Northern California, jumping straight into...

In this episode of The Music Row Podcast , host Leake welcomes Canadian country powerhouse Meghan Patrick for a raw, uplifting conversation you won’t want to miss. Meghan opens up about her journey from busking on street corners to headlining major tours, sharing the grit, heartbreak, and breakthroughs that shaped her sound. She also gets personal about finding true peace away from the stage—that...

Join host Leake for an unfiltered conversation with Canadian country star Tyler Joe Miller on the Music Row Podcast! Leake and Tyler break down the Top of the Country program that Leake created — the same competition Tyler won in 2021 that launched his career. They also dive into Tyler’s songwriting journey behind gold-certified hits like “Pillow Talkin’” and his current single “Under the Influenc...

In this heartfelt and fun episode of Music Row , host Jeff Leake sits down with platinum-certified country powerhouse Jess Moskaluke fresh off the release of her brand-new single, “Last Rodeo.” Dropped on February 27, 2026, this sweeping, emotional anthem is all about living and loving fearlessly with your forever person and home. Jess opens up about the joys (and chaos) of impending motherhood—sh...

This week on the Music Row Podcast, Jeff sits down with rising Canadian country artist Sully Burrows , the Parry Sound native whose heartfelt songwriting and breakout performances have made him one of the most exciting new voices in the genre. Sully opens up about the stories behind his debut EP, the whirlwind of touring across Canada, and the creative process that’s shaping his next chapter. From...

In this must-listen episode of Music Row, Canadian country standout Andrew Hyatt swings by the studio for an honest, no-holds-barred chat. Fresh off the release of his infectious new single "Sometimes It Don't" (out now via 604 Records), Andrew dives deep into the track's origins—revealing how it came together as a co-write with HARDY (alongside Jordan Schmidt and Josh Osborne) and why this upbeat...

In this special crossover episode of The Music Row Podcast with Leake , host Jeff Leake welcomes back Canadian country powerhouse Dallas Smith (last on the show in April 2025) alongside pop/R&B icon Shawn Desman for their first joint appearance on the program. The two dive deep into their fresh collaboration “ One Good Life ”—Shawn’s debut country single and the first official team-up between the...

Tim Hicks, one of Canada's most enduring and beloved country music stars, joins host Jeff Leake on this episode of the Music Row Podcast . Hailing from St. Catharines, Ontario, Tim has built an impressive career since his 2012 breakout single "Get By," racking up 18 top 10 hits on the Canada Country chart, multiple Platinum and Gold certifications, CCMA Rising Star honors, and repeated wins as Mal...

This week's episode of the Music Row Podcast features Canadian country powerhouse Jade Eagleson in a heartfelt, down-to-earth conversation that traces his remarkable journey from rural roots to the bright lights of Nashville and beyond. Hailing from Bailieboro (near Millbrook), Ontario, Jade opens up about growing up on his family's farm, where country music was woven into everyday life. Surrounde...

In this heartfelt episode of the Music Row Podcast , host Jeff Leake sits down with Canadian country singer-songwriter Kelsi Mayne for an intimate conversation about life's highs, lows, and the music that emerges from it all. Kelsi opens up about the painful end of a long-term relationship that unraveled after the wedding dress had already been purchased, sharing the raw emotions and personal grow...

In this heartfelt episode of On Music Row, Canadian country legend Gord Bamford sits down with host Joins Leake to unpack an unforgettable 2025. Gord discusses his touring business, the Bamford Foundation plus the possible pitfalls of playing some of Canada's major country festivals.

In this heartfelt and high-energy episode, Jeff Leake sits down with the Hunter Brothers for a deep dive into their uniquely Canadian journey from hockey rinks and harvest fields to country music stardom.   Recorded in November, the brothers reflect on their sold-out Homegrown Nights Tour, share behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road, and open up about the family dynamics that fuel their...

A year without releasing music is almost unheard of for today’s artists, especially one with a resume as impressive as Robyn Ottolini’s . But for the platinum-selling trucker’s daughter from Uxbridge, Ontario, stepping back was essential to moving forward. Now fully and blissfully independent, with new management, a fresh perspective, and a collection of electrifying songs on the way, Ottolini is...

On this episode of Music Row , we sit down with Kashus Culpepper—an artist whose debut album Act I drops this January and promises to shake up the scene. Kashus brings raw honesty, cinematic ambition, and a voice that’s ready to be heard. We talk about the making of Act I , the mindset behind the music, and the people he dreams of meeting—from icons to collaborators. This is more than an album—it’...

In this episode, Leake welcomes 24-year-old Cole Goodwin, the gravel-voiced country artist recently signed to Big Machine Records. Cole opens up about growing up in Pooler, Georgia, crafting his self-produced EP Soon Enough , living in GA and working in Nashville. 📱 Cole Goodwin – Social Media Website: colegoodwinmusic.com Instagram: @colegoodwinmusic Facebook: facebook.com/colegoodwinmusic YouTu...

Sarah Vanderzon opens up about growing up south of Montreal and how her introverted nature shaped her early musical experiences. Despite her shyness, she found confidence through songwriting and performance,   republiclive.com/sarah-vanderzon paquinentertainment.com/artist/sarah youtube.com/sarahvdzon

In this episode of Music Row Podcast , host Leake sits down with rising country artist Preston Cooper, one of Big Machine’s freshest signings out of Nashville. The conversation dives deep into Preston’s gritty songwriting roots, being the singing mailman and about finally taking the giant leap into country music.   

In this episode, host Leake sits down with acclaimed music journalist Geoffrey Himes to unpack Willie Nelson: All the Albums , Himes’ sweeping new book that chronicles every solo and collaborative album Willie Nelson has released—from his earliest recordings in the 1950s to his latest work in 2025. Together, Leake and Himes explore the evolution of Nelson’s sound and spirit, Their conversation div...