Songwriter Connection

Jessica Nixon is a singer/Songwriter from Bristol TN. She has found success in life through her songs, her beauty pageant win, her Doctorate in Pharmacy and most importantly from her wonderful family. She has a passion for music and helping other people.

Jay Vern is my guest this week along with co-host Marc-Alan Barnette. Jay is a 30 plus year Music Row veteran who has worked and played with everyone, including a stint in the Grand Ole Opry Band. Jay is the owner of one of Music Row's remaining recording studios Jay's Place on 17th Ave. We talk demos and recording your songs. Plus, we make time for a little music around the dining room ta...

Taylor Borton moved to Nashville at age 19 to pursue her musical dreams. She attended the Blackbird Academy and has played all over Nashville and up to her hometown of Youngstown, OH. She has a new EP and single streaming everywhere. Hear the songs live around the dining room table on the Songwriter. Connection.

Dave Isaacs is known as the Music Row Guitar Guru. He is the preeminent guitar intructor in Nashville. He has tons of stories and ways to make your songwriting better. This is a must listen to for all songwriters.

Steve Bloch wears many hats in the music business. He's a publisher a consultant, songplugger and a frequent guest of songwriter festivals, workshops and publisher nights. He hosts Speed Pitch here in Nashville and has garnered cuts with many of todays big country artitsts.

Ricky Randolph has toured with Greg Allman, Michael McDonald, Delbert McClinton and others. His songs have been recorded by The Band Perry, Trent Tomlinson and more. There is so much to talk about as he joins us by phone from his home in Huntsville, Alabama. Ricky is one of the nicest people you will meet in the music business!

Paul Jefferson is an incredible songwriter and performer. His songs have been recorded by Keith Urban, Aaron Tippin and others. Co-hosting is Marc-Alan Barnette and they share some truly funny and entertaining stories. Plus, some live hits around the dining room table!

Cameron Barton is a Nashville singer/songwriter who also happens to be the lead singer for the rock band Survivor. He's played with best and shared the stage with Kansas, Lover Boy, Styx and so many others. Also, we have special guest Producer/Engineer/Songwriter and Artist Develper Jonell Polansky.

Sheyna is a rising star in music. She has a voice that needs to be shared. She performs all over the world and has opened for Elton John, Stevie Wonder and many more. From LA originially she now calls Nashville Home and is a veteran of the Lower Broadway Scene.

Ash Taylor moved to Nashville from Bakersfield California. She and her husband Chris DeLisle join us for some songs and stories around the dining room tabld. We talk songwriting and the Bakersfield sound!

Brooklyn Summer is an actress, and a singer/songwriter who has been in Nashville a little over a year. From L.A. originally she built quite a resume of film and TV appearences. For her birthday she asked to move to Nashville because, music is her true passion. And she is setting the town on fire, Oh yeah, did I mention she just turned 13! You will love Brooklyn and her journey. Her Mom Annie is wi...

Ashes and Arrows are a trio out of Ashville, North Carolina. Ben, Ciaran and Jonathan are recent winners at MerleFest 2023. Their strong vocals, thoughful lyrics and stage charisma are making them a ones to watch!

Joel Shewmake is a Nashville hit writer who has songs recorded by Gary Allan, Montgomery Gentry, Trace Adkins, Brad Paisley and more. HIs song Family Man, recorded by Craig Campbell was one of the most played songs in 2012 and earned him and his co-writers a BMI award.

Randy Brooks is the sole writer of the Christmas Classic Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer. He tells the story behind the song along with other great songwriter adventures. Marc-Alan Barnette Co-hosts an unforgettable show.

J4 is a musical prodigy. He comes from a musical family and learned to play piano at a young age. He has a Masters Degree in Music from Belmont University. He is a multi-instrumentalist, producer songwriter with a catalog of over 600 songs. He sang Background Vocals on tour with many acts and even played with Cage the Elephant at Ryman Auditorium. He has a remarkable story that you witll enjoy, al...

A special Memorial Day show honoring the work Steve Does with veterans for the organization Freedom Sings. We also get into some nuts and bolts of songwriting. We'll learn about the money chord and hear the stories behind some of Steve's big hits, like Watching you and Round About way.

The Davisson Brothers hail from Clarksburg, WVa where their family has been since the late 1700's. Their music is steeped in tradition and true to their roots. Coming off their recent Grand Ole Opry performance we chat about their new record the writing and the recording of it with some of the biggest names in the business.

Āelle is a viral sensation along with Brother Joe because of their Lady Gaga/Garth Brooks mashup. The song is approaching 400 million video streams. We'll talk about it and Āelle will share TicTok tips for songwriters and aritists

The Morris sisters from the Mississippi Delta are tearing it up in Nashville! Known as American Blonde, they join us for songs and stories around the dining room table. You will love their amazing harmonies, grooves and lyrics. Nata and Tinka have awesome personalities and

Kevin Griffin is the front man of the group Better Than Ezra. His songs have been recorded by, Taylor Swift, Howie Day, Meatloaf, Train, Sugarland and many more. His new book just hit the shelves and is one you will want to read. It's called The Greatest Song and we'll talk about it and take you on his musical journey!!

Alayna is a DIY Artist and Songwriter who keeps very busy. She is an award winnig songwriter with over 1 million streams on Spotify and YouTube. She has a new release coming out on 4/20 and it is intentional. You'll find out why ahd hear the stories behind her song and she'll perform a few too!!

Jason Coleman's Grandfather brought the piano to the forefront of Country and Rock music. Floyd Cramer is in both the Rock and Country Halls of Fame. Jason will demonstrate his granddad's renowned style with his playing and stories.

Jill Barber is known as Canada's Sweetheart. Her new album is a return to her roots and one she wrote and co-produced. It is called Homemaker and is a statement about the humility and strength it takes to do the meaningful work of creating a home while still holding a space for your own dreams.

Camden West is a Talented singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He is a classically trained guitarist who came to Nashville from Las Vegas and has been making an impact in Music City. He has a great story and shares it with some songs around the dining room table.

Bruce Wawrzyniak is the founder of Now Hear This and a popular podcast. He povides management, publicity and related services to clients across the US. He has helped, entertainers, authors, small businesses and even an Olympic athlete. He has valuable information for songwriters and independent artist. You'll want to take notes, I promise.