The Chris & Sandy Show

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show, we sit down with rising artist Mattie Pruitt, who captured national attention as a Top 7 finalist on American Idol at just 16 years old. From growing up in a small Tennessee town to performing in front of millions, Mattie shares what that journey has really been like—and what people don’t see behind the scenes. We talk about her experience on American...

In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Hogan for a raw and honest conversation about life beyond the spotlight. Best known from Brooke Knows Best, Brooke shares where she is today — navigating grief, embracing motherhood, and rebuilding her life on her own terms while stepping back into music and television with Rock the Block. This is not a surface-level interview. Brooke opens up about: • Grow...

In this powerful episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with rising rock artist Magdalene Rose for a raw and honest conversation about her journey through depression, identity struggles, and finding purpose through faith. Magdalene shares what it was like to walk through one of the darkest seasons of her life… a time where she felt lost, angry, and unsure of who she was or where her l...

Mary Kutter returns to The Chris & Sandy Show —and this time, she’s stepping into a whole new season. Since her first appearance, Mary has signed her first record deal, begun work on her debut album, and is experiencing the kind of momentum every artist dreams about. But behind the headlines is a story built on consistency, discipline, and staying true to her voice. In this episode, we go deep...

What happens when you create one of the most iconic songs in history, at just 15 years old? In this episode of  The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with  Bob Berryhill  of  The Surfaris  to dive into the story behind the legendary hit  Wipe Out . Bob shares how the song went from a small recording with just 100 records… to a national hit in under six months—and how, at the time, he didn’t ful...

On this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we talk with actress and producer Sydney Mikayla , best known for her fan-favorite role as Trina Robinson on General Hospital and her two Daytime Emmy nominations. Sydney joins us to talk about her new thriller film Crybaby Bridge , releasing March 26, and what it was like not only starring in the film but also stepping into the role of producer. She...

On this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we talk with platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and guitarist Lindsay Ell about her journey in the music industry, her new music, and the realities behind the scenes that most fans never see. Lindsay shares what it’s been like stepping into a new musical era, moving beyond the country sound she built her career on, and creating music that feels mor...

Dove Award–winning artist, author, and founding member of First Call , Bonnie Keen , joins The Chris & Sandy Show for a deeply honest, story-driven conversation about faith, trauma, healing, and courageous obedience. In this powerful episode, Bonnie opens up about growing up in an abusive home, how music became her refuge, and how God patiently rebuilt her life through grace, forgiveness, and...

In this honest and deeply reflective episode, we sit down with Jet Jurgensmeyer for a 33-minute conversation about the real journey behind the spotlight. Jet opens up about his upcoming single “Prove Me Wrong” , why it was written during a heavy moment for the country, and how songwriting has become his way of processing faith, conviction, and healing rather than just chasing numbers. We also talk...

Country artist Belles joins The Chris & Sandy Show for a raw, honest conversation about songwriting, perseverance, and navigating the realities of the music industry. Belles opens up about her self-titled EP, including the deeply personal process behind writing “Ring on the Table,” a song that took over a year to finish and remains one of the most meaningful of her career. She also shares the...

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Jamie O’Neal , the platinum-selling, four-time Grammy-nominated country artist behind the classic hit “There Is No Arizona.” Jamie opens up about her new album Gypsum and the personal journey that shaped it—from songwriting retreats in wide-open landscapes to producing the record alongside her husband. She shares the deeper meaning b...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Bucky Heard —best known for his work alongside Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bill Medley in The Righteous Brothers —to talk about faith, perseverance, purpose, and what it truly means to live without regret. Bucky opens up about the heart behind his debut country album Breathless , created as a “concept a...

Comedy legend Jeff Allen joins The Chris & Sandy Show for one of his most open, heartfelt conversations to date. With nearly 1 billion online views , seven Dry Bar Comedy specials , and a career spanning more than five decades, Jeff is best known for his sharp, clean humor about marriage, family, and everyday life . But in this episode, he goes far beyond the punchlines. Jeff shares the untold...

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with actress Amanda Christine for a powerful conversation about growing up in the entertainment industry, staying grounded, and discovering who you are beyond the roles you play. Amanda shares what it was really like stepping into the world of IT: Welcome to Derry , including her first on-set moments with Pennywise, the fear that felt ver...

Singer, songwriter, and actress Kendra Erika joins The Chris & Sandy Show for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about resilience, reinvention, and trusting your creative instincts. Born tone deaf, Kendra shares how classical training, discipline, and perseverance helped her overcome early limitations to build a career that includes five Billboard Top 10 dance hits. After years of suc...

What if the biggest lie in the music industry is the one most artists believe? In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Jason Hollis — music producer, visual artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Nashville’s iconic Eighth Room — for a deep, honest conversation about what it really takes to build a lasting career in music. With over 30 years in the industry , Jason shares why...

Country music artist Craig Campbell joins The Chris & Sandy Show for an honest and inspiring conversation about longevity, faith, family, and navigating the ups and downs of a music career without losing yourself along the way. Craig opens up about his new single “Missing You,” which recently charted at country radio—his first national charting single since 2018. Instead of pressure, Craig sha...

In this special episode, we sit down with Janelle Arthur for one of her most personal conversations yet — even while fighting off a cold and keeping things under 30 minutes. Janelle opens up about her new solo-written and solo-produced song “Who You Ask,” a piece born from a season of wrestling with identity, judgment, exhaustion, surrender, and faith. This isn’t a “polished Nashville co-write.” I...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Evan Nikolas Fields —the star behind Flynn in the Angel Studios sci-fi/fantasy series The Wayfinders —for what is officially his first-ever interview . And trust us… he delivers. Evans opens up in a way most listeners never get to hear: honest, grounded, and refreshingly thoughtful. From the emotional challenges of becoming Flynn to the personal battles w...

In this heartfelt and wide-open conversation, Chris & Sandy sit down with rising country star Britnee Kellogg — one of the Final 6 artists on the new Taylor Sheridan reality series The Road with Blake Shelton and Keith Urban. Britnee takes us behind the scenes of filming, the pressure of competition, and the friendships forged along the way. Britnee shares: • What being on The Road taught her...

In this powerful episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Motown recording artist Charlene Oliver , the unmistakable voice behind the global hit “I’ve Never Been to Me.” Charlene takes us on an emotional, honest, and often shocking journey through her career — from humble beginnings as a young singer in Los Angeles to the whirlwind of Motown, legendary collaborators, and the intens...

In this powerful episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with filmmaker, entrepreneur, and Hollywood visionary Stephanie Garvin , the Founder and CEO of Hollywood Expansion Corporation (HEC) — a company dedicated to transforming how movies are made, funded, and delivered. Stephanie opens up about her bold leap from finance into filmmaking, her mission to support creators through better...

North Nashville native Bizz Bigsby (born Wendell Bigsby) joins us on The Chris & Sandy Show to share his powerful story of pain, perseverance, and purpose. Raised by his grandmother and great aunts, Bizz’s early years were marked by hardship—from witnessing his mother being shot at age four to battling addiction starting at just eleven. But through it all, music became his lifeline. Today, Biz...

This week on The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Nashville’s own Coey Redd —a powerhouse singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer who’s rewriting the rules of country and hip hop. From writing hooks at 12 in exchange for studio time to racking up 1.5M followers online, Coey shares her journey of hustle, heartbreak, and breakthrough moments. She opens up about staying independent, the gri...

Andy James’ journey is anything but ordinary. From dancing flamenco on the grand stages of Spain to recording jazz in the world’s music capitals, she’s fused two passions into one unforgettable sound. In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , Andy takes us inside her new 16-track album Happy People , a vibrant blend of flamenco rhythms and jazz artistry recorded in Seville, Rome, New York, a...