Off The Record - An American Songwriter Podcast

Calling all Jo Dee Messina fans—and anyone who loves hearing the stories behind great country music—you won't want to miss this conversation. Messina sits down with Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki on Off the Record to reflect on more than 30 years in country music. She opens up about how her perspective has changed, saying, "I have more wisdom now than I did then," and shares why...

In this episode of Off the Record, Young the Giant shares stories about their sixth studio album, Victory Garden, and their creative writing journey. The band discusses how stepping away from distractions and writing together in nature helped shape what they call their most collaborative record in years. "We've kind of established and found our home... that home is just where we are all the time....

In this episode of Off the Record, Grace Potter joins host Lisa Konicki for a wide-ranging conversation about her upcoming album Trespasser, songwriting, creativity, family life, and the experiences that shaped her latest music. Potter reflects on the 15th anniversary of “You and Tequila,” her friendship with Kenny Chesney, and the creative freedom she found while traveling across the country and...

In this episode of Off the Record, hit songwriter Shane McAnally joins Editor in Chief Lisa Konicki to share the story behind his journey. McAnally reflects on the challenges he faced in his career, the moments that kept him going, and what it means to be recognized as one of the 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters. He shares how embracing his true self as a songwriter helped unlock a deeper l...

In this inspiring episode of Off the Record, host Lisa Konicki sits down with reggae legend Ziggy Marley to discuss his new album, Brightside, a project that he describes as a healing journey. Marley opens up about songwriting as therapy, mental health, embracing vulnerability, and creating music that reflects his own experiences. “I made this album for myself. It was never like, ‘Let me make this...

Join host Lisa Konicki for the season two premiere of Off the Record as she welcomes the talented Niall Horan. In this engaging conversation, Niall shares insights about his highly anticipated solo album, Dinner Party, which explores themes of love, loss, and the journey of relationships. "It's an album of love and romance and doubts that you may have," Horan reveals, emphasizing the personal natu...

Off the Record its first season with a brand new episode. In the final episode of the season, Episode 11, available now, Host Lisa Konicki sits down with actor/singer/songwriter Luke Grimes. In this episode of Off The Record, Grimes reflects on his growth as both a musician and actor since his debut album, touching on fatherhood, loss, and the persistence of imposter syndrome. Discussing his role...

Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki, 'Off the Record' features in-depth conversations with top music artists, exploring their musical journeys, the craft of songwriting, and personal stories behind the music. In this candid conversation with host Lisa Konicki, country artist Ingrid Andress opens up about the fallout from her highly publicized performance of the national anthem at the 2024 MLB H...

Off the Record continues its first season with a brand new episode. In Episode 9, available now, Host Lisa Konicki sits down with Grammy-winner and CMA female vocalist Carly Pearce. Pearce joins Off the Record for an honest and emotional conversation that tackles topics from wine to the weight of chasing a dream. Pearce shares how her partnership with Conundrum Wines came together, down to designi...

'Off the Record' continues its first season with a highly-anticipatedl new episode. In Episode 8, available now, Host Lisa Konicki sits down with country music standout Megan Moroney just as she releases her long-awaited third album, Cloud 9.In this episode, Moroney opens up about the confidence she discovered while creating the project and how her songwriting continues to evolve alongside her per...

Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki, 'Off the Record' features in-depth conversations with top music artists, exploring their musical journeys, the craft of songwriting, and personal stories behind the music.'Off the Record' continues its first season with a powerful new episode. In Episode 7, available now, Konicki sits down with actress Evan Rachel Wood for an indepth musical conversation—cov...

Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki, Off the Record features in-depth conversations with top music artists, exploring their musical journeys, the craft of songwriting, and personal stories behind the music. Off the Record continues its first season with a powerful new episode. In Episode 6, available now, Konicki sits down with Molly Tuttle for a fun and deeply musical conversation—covering her...

Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki, Off the Record features in-depth conversations with top music artists, exploring their musical journeys, the craft of songwriting, and personal stories behind the music. Off the Record continues its first season with a powerful new episode. In Episode 5, available now, Konicki sits down with Nanna Bryndis Hilmarsdóttir and Ragnar þórhallsson of Of Monsters a...

Season 1 Episode: In this episode of Off the Record, host Lisa Konicki sits down with Kix Brooks (Brooks & Dunn) and Briana Calhoun for a conversation about music, redemption, and their shared mission behind Hope on the Inside—a nonprofit dedicated to empowering incarcerated individuals. "We were in a bad situation and experienced a lot of trauma," Calhoun shares. "It was eggshells every second I...

Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki, Off the Record features in-depth conversations with top music artists, exploring their musical journeys, the craft of songwriting, and personal stories behind the music. Off the Record continues its first season with a powerful new episode. In Episode 3, available now, Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki sits down with Paul Klein, frontman of the platinum-selling b...

In this one-hour conversation with host Lisa Konicki, Walker Hayes opens up about his deeply personal album, '17 Problems,' his grief over the loss of his father, his evolving faith, and discusses his songwriting practices and the challenges of raising six kids."My kids, they're so forgiving, and they're such fun companions in life," Hayes says. "They have a lot of mercy on me. They've seen alcoho...

In this intimate conversation with host Lisa Konicki, Colbie Caillat reflects on her musical journey —from why she wanted to reimagine her hit songs to being turned down by American Idol. “I was nervous, and I just didn't have the look,” Caillat says. “I didn't have any of the things. And so, 10 seconds in, they were like, ‘Next!’" Caillat also opens up about the moment she and a young Taylor Swif...