Category Archives: The Writers Room

Our Very Magical Podcast With Midland Includes Al Pacino Impressions, Dwight Yoakam Tributes, In-Depth Thoughts About Sandwiches & More

Our Very Magical Podcast With Midland Includes Al Pacino Impressions, Dwight Yoakam Tributes, In-Depth Thoughts About Sandwiches & More

Jim Casey talks with Midland about celebrating their No. 1 debut single, “Drinkin’ Problem,” how Dwight Yoakam contributed to the origin of their band name, the best Dwight Yoakam songs, the importance of a good Al Pacino impression, the joy of making timeless songs with talented songwriters, the Sept. 22 release of their debut album, On the Rocks, and more. Show…MORE

Craig Morgan Talks Hunting Bears, Performing for the Troops, Opening His New Gallery, Upcoming Tour & More

Craig Morgan Talks Hunting Bears, Performing for the Troops, Opening His New Gallery, Upcoming Tour & More

Jim Casey talks with Craig Morgan about his family’s new business (Gallery at Morgan Farms in Dickson, Tenn.), his upcoming American Stories Tour sponsored by Operation Finally Home, performing for the troops, hunting bears on the eighth season of Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors, and more. Show Participants Craig Morgan Jim Casey, NCD director of editorial Show Notes…MORE

Dustin Lynch Talks Headlining Tour, Hit Single “Small Town Boy,” New Album “Current Mood” & More

Dustin Lynch Talks Headlining Tour, Hit Single “Small Town Boy,” New Album “Current Mood” & More

Jim Casey talks with Dustin Lynch about his current mood leading into the Sept. 8 release of his third album, Current Mood, the chart-topping success of recent singles “Seein’ Red” and “Small Town Boy,” how experience has changed his approach to songwriting and song selection, and more. Show Participants Dustin Lynch Jim Casey, NCD director of editorial Show…MORE

Kip Moore Talks Finding His Musical Calling, Appreciating His Ever-Growing Fan Base, Making His Gratifying New Album, “Slowheart,” & More

Kip Moore Talks Finding His Musical Calling, Appreciating His Ever-Growing Fan Base, Making His Gratifying New Album, “Slowheart,” & More

Jim Casey talks with Kip Moore about growing up in Georgia, picking up the guitar for the first time, deciding to make music his career, traveling the world, his ever-growing fan base, achieving highs and lows, releasing his upcoming album, Slowheart, and more. Show Participants Kip Moore Jim Casey, NCD director of editorial Show Notes & Links…MORE

In Our Most Heartwarming Podcast Yet, Josh Abbott Talks How the Recent Death of His Father Affected Him & Influenced New Album, “Until My Voice Goes Out”

In Our Most Heartwarming Podcast Yet, Josh Abbott Talks How the Recent Death of His Father Affected Him & Influenced New Album, “Until My Voice Goes Out”

Jim Casey talks with Josh Abbott about the recent death of his father, walking the ACM Awards red carpet with his mom, collaborating with artists like Kacey Musgraves and Carly Pearce, the Texas songwriters who influenced him, the exciting musical direction of his new album, Until My Voice Goes Out, and more. Show Participants Josh Abbott…MORE

Yeah, We “Cancelled” Our Interview With Lindsay Ell Because of Her Boyfriend, But That Didn’t Stop Her From Talking About New Album, Touring & More

Yeah, We “Cancelled” Our Interview With Lindsay Ell Because of Her Boyfriend, But That Didn’t Stop Her From Talking About New Album, Touring & More

After host Jim Casey mockingly “cancels” his interview with Lindsay Ell because of her boyfriend, Lindsay talks about the real hubbub that went down in Sacramento in June, her new album, The Project, working with producer Kristian Bush, touring with Brad Paisley and more. Show Participants Lindsay Ell Jim Casey, NCD director of editorial Show Notes &…MORE

Brett Eldredge Talks Writing Personal Songs, Singing From His Heart, Coming Into His Own, New Self-Titled Album & More

Brett Eldredge Talks Writing Personal Songs, Singing From His Heart, Coming Into His Own, New Self-Titled Album & More

Jim Casey talks with Brett Eldredge about traveling the world in his downtime, things he’s learned by watching the way other country artists like Keith Urban and Luke Bryan work, the shy side to his personality, co-writing his own songs, celebrating victories with longtime producer/songwriter/friend Ross Copperman, his new self-titled album, Brett Eldredge, and more. Show…MORE

Joe Nichols Talks Reaching Personal Milestones, Taking Musical Chances, Making His New Album, “Never Gets Old,” & More

Joe Nichols Talks Reaching Personal Milestones, Taking Musical Chances, Making His New Album, “Never Gets Old,” & More

Jim Casey talks with Joe Nichols about growing up in Arkansas, reaching personal milestones over his 20-year career, taking risks with his music, the making of his new album, Never Gets Old, and more. Show Participants Joe Nichols Jim Casey, NCD director of editorial Show Notes & Links Joe Nichols’ website https://youtu.be/EpJfIqfwbME The Writers Room, Ep. 106,…MORE

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Driver’s Den

Driver’s Den

Miranda Lambert fans in Atlanta got more than they bargained for at her concert on Saturday night (Jan. 20), when the singer and her band burst into a high-energy cover of the Joe Walsh classic “Rocky Mountain Way.” Lambert struts the stage and does the heavy song justice with a high-octane vocal performance, but the…