Artist - Travis Tritt 2

Artist - Travis Tritt 1

Thanks to the persuasion of his manager and the work of super-producer Dave Cobb, we now have 

 – Travis Tritt's 13th studio album and a real return to force. Sitting down to discuss it, Tritt shares the joys of working with songwriters new and old, how it feels to reflect on his 30-year career and what he wants his legacy to be.

Kelly

Artist - Dylan Scott 

As Dylan Scott prepares for the release of what he hopes will be one of the most impactful projects of his career, he selects some of the songs and albums that have had the greatest impact on his own music.

Jessica

Artist - David Crosby 1

While his new record comes with influence from great musicians, it's ultimately yet another example of how David Crosby’s definitive, ethereal musicianship is still very present in 2021.

Nathan

Artist - Amythyst Kiah 1

Artist - Amythyst Kiah 2

These days, Amythyst Kiah is happy and healthy; fulfilled by a loving relationship, a passel of friends, a Grammy nomination and a new release on Rounder Records. All of this is much like her powerful voice because, really, she's only just getting going.

Artist - Dallas Burrow 1

Dallas Burrow

Burrow’s conviction is earnest and heartfelt throughout, and as we sit down to discuss his new self-titled sophomore album, it’s obvious that isn’t just evident within the artist, but the person as well.

Thomas

Artist - Clay Walker 2 

Walker says, with Texas To Tennessee, he's created an album that speaks more deeply to his identity and roots than anything he’s ever released before.

Carena

Group - Walker County

As Ivy Dene and Sophie Dawn each pick five of the songs and records that have influenced and inspired them the most, the range of their taste in Country music shows the versatility of their talents, possessing a true understanding of the influence they hope to have with their own career as Walker County.

Madeleine

Artist - Rodney Crowell

Artist - Rodney Crowell 2

Speaking from his cosy home just south of Nashville, surrounded by paintings, photos, awards and memories, Rodney Crowell delves into his life and career, all while his dog snoozes at his feet.

Helen M

Festival - Angie K at Windy City Festival 2021 3

Festival - Angie K at Windy City Festival 2021 1

 and performing on cruise ships, to singing during the fireworks at Walt Disney World and touring around the world, Angie K has had her fair share of once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Artist - Crystal Gayle 

The songs Crystal Gayle recorded broke the ground for artists like Kacey Musgraves to walk on today. As Countrypolitan crossed over into the pop mainstream, Gayle was pushing it a step further with a soft pop sound that was like nothing else in country music at the time.

Artist - John R. Miller

, we spoke with Miller about linking up with Rounder Records, chance musical encounters and his West Virginia roots.

Matt

Artist - Hannah Dasher 1 

Joining from her 1970’s inspired bungalow in Nashville, Dasher considers her influences and inspirations for Cuts The Deepest.

Artist - Riley Green 

Artist - Riley Green 2

On the eve of the release of his new seven-song EP 

, Green sat down on his tour bus to talk about the process of music-making and what he sees as a win when it comes to his signature brand of country music.

Alison

Artist - Angela Autumn

Earnest and engaging, Autumn has no problem speaking out about the country music business – whether good and bad.

Artist - Flatland Cavalry 

"Country is whatever you think it is. This is what it means to us."

Artist - Tigirlily

Sister dup Tigirlily discuss five songs they each consider legacy-worthy and that have inspired them the most in their journey as artists and songwriters.

Lorie

Artist - Brian Kelley 2

Artist - Brian Kelley 1

The week before the release of his solo debut, Kelley sat down one-on-one with Holler at his Tree Vibez Music office in Nashville. 

Artist - Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

Full of candour and backed by some of the Promise of The Real’s finest playing yet, Nelson comes into his own with authentic and genuine emotion, the same authenticity he shares across the call today. His tone is pensive but happy; it’s evident that he’s come to terms with what it means to be Lukas Nelson.

One Hot Minute: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

Artist - Callista Clark 1 

Callista Clark takes a look back on all the influential music that's helped her carve her own path, selecting five of her life-long favourite songs for 

Ciara

Artist - Vincent Neil Emerson 1

“Guys like me, we're trying to carry on the tradition of Texas folk music. I can't say whether I'm doing the best job of it or not, but I'm here doing it," Vincent Neil Emerson says. "I'm telling my truth to the world.”

Artist - Jennifer Nettles 1

She might be best known as one half of superstar country duo Sugarland, but Jennifer Nettles is clearly having a splendid time chatting about all these solo projects. “I’m talking about music and me,” she says, tongue-in-cheek, “what’s not to love?”

Artist - Travis Denning 2

Before heading out for a relaxing day of fishing, Denning took some time to reflect on a few of his biggest accomplishments this year, getting back to live music and preparing to tour with the mighty Brothers Osborne.

Artist - Brittney Spencer 3 

Brittney Spencer reflected on just a small selection of the albums that have inspired her – the five discussed highlighted as particularly powerful influences on who she is as an artist.

Artist - Adam Sanders

Luke Bryan and Cole Swindell's go-to songwriter is branching out all on his own - and there's no chance he's leaving anything on the table. 

Annie

Artist - Hiss Golden Messenger 4 

M.C Taylor is crafting an ongoing investigation into existential matters: of identity and self, of family and fatherhood, of faith, of art and what happens when it has to “pay the rent”. The result is one of the most profound and insightful catalogues from a contemporary musician.

Amanda

Artist - Raleigh Keegan

Artist - Raleigh Keegan 2

Raleigh Keegan’s journey is one worthy of its own country song - and as a co-writer on every track on his upcoming album, he’s letting listeners in on the events that have shaped his life.

Artist - Brett Young 1

Artist - Brett Young 5

It only takes a glance at his resume to realize how much of a huge career Brett Young has been quietly building himself - but talking to him is more like catching up with an old college friend than interviewing a superstar.

Artist - Hailey Whitters 2 

We could happily put money on Hailey Whitters being just as much of an inspiration to new songwriters in the years to come as her choices for Cuts The Deepest are to her.

Artist - Lord Huron 2 

Ben Schneider shares the inside scoop on 

, discussing nostalgia, personal reflection in songwriting and the art form of concept albums. 

Artist - Charlie Worsham 2

Artist - Charlie Worsham 1

As Worsham shares the songs that have shaped his own music for 

he offers some eclectic and vibrant tastes; something that’s influencing his own work with rising success.

Artist - Blackberry Smoke 2 

Charlie Starr discusses working with Dave Cobb, the cultural misconceptions highlighted within 

and how he makes sense of genre classifications. 

Artist - The Steel Woods 1

Following the tragic sudden death of their co-founder Jason "Rowdy" Cope, The Steel Woods have released one of the finest, most personal and critically acclaimed albums of their already stellar career. Now, with the blessing of Cope’s family, the group are out on the road, celebrating the life of their friend and bandmate who in a short time left an indelible legacy.

Baylen

Artist - Brit Taylor 1 

Calling from a front porch swing on her Mt. Juliet, Tennessee farm with dog Whiskey by her side, Taylor candidly reflected on everything from using nature as inspiration to working on your own terms, while discussing the long and difficult road to releasing 

Artist - Allison Russell 1

Artist - Allison Russell 2

What’s particularly special about Russell’s choices and the stories behind them, is how they relate directly to the autobiographical nature of her own record. Having dealt with such trauma and abuse growing up, music and writing have been a vehicle for her to make sense of it and find her way out. Each of her choices tell part of that story.

Artist - John Hiatt & Jerry Douglas 1 

 in full exclusively at Holler, John Hiatt and Jerry Douglas sat down to reflect on their time in Music City, the magic of working in RCA Studio B and how it all came to shape this iconic collaborative staple.

Ten Year Town: John Hiatt & Jerry Douglas 

Artist - Cassadee Pope

Artist - Cassadee Pope 2

If ‘What the Stars See’ is any example, Cassadee Pope is surely set to find even more success, and the sort of creative fulfilment her heroes and friends Fairchild and Ell have established - each in their own unique way.

Ross

Artist - Charlie Marie 2 

Sitting down to discuss her debut record 

, Marie shares the relief felt in having the extra time to complete it the way she wanted, how traditional country allowed her to be her true self and how Westworld inspired one of her best songs.

Artist - Arlo McKinley 1

As we sit down to mull over the five essentials he couldn’t live without, Arlo McKinley shares what kept him going through a period of self-doubt and what continues to bring him comfort in both music and life.

Artist - Fancy Hagood 2 

Artist - Fancy Hagood 1

As he eloquently addresses cultural change in country music and the power of storytelling through songwriting – all whilst adorning a statement pair of gold-rimmed glasses with bright orange lenses – it’s quite clear that Fancy Hagood is an artist that can’t be veiled.

Artist - Chris Lane 1 

Offering a glimpse into his first concert experience, some of his biggest inspirations to this day and the artists who are always on his playlist during his pre-show preparations, Lane delves deep into what has influenced his life and career.

Artist - Sarah JArosz 2

The multi-award winner calls in from her airy Nashville living room to talk about the progression of her prolific career, the significance of turning 30 and what went into curating her upcoming collection of songs, 

Artist - Lathan Warlick 1 

Though some may be sceptical that his message of “God, love, and unity” can supersede cultural divisions and even musical genres, it’s Lathan Warlick's unflinching religiosity and unique perspectives that makes him such a compelling artist.

Marcus K.

Artist - Ashley Monroe 1

Rosegold is the sound of Ashley Monroe scratching an itch - diving into the unknown and coming up more than ever like herself. The journey for the singer-songwriter is just beginning.

Artist - Justin Moore 1

Calling from his home in Arkansas, Justin Moore settled into a conversation about his new record 

 and - after having a serious think on it - what his essentials were: the five things he could not live without.

Artist - Thomas Rhett 1

Though in a place of contentment, it’s clear that Thomas Rhett isn’t taking another second of life for granted.

Artist - Ashley Cooke 1 

Ashley Cooke talks about the impact of TikTok and 

, the life of a songwriter in Nashville and the equal importance of hard work and spontaneity. 

Artist - Midland 2 

Lounging in the locker room of the Amarillo Minor League Baseball Field, Mark Wystrach ponders over the growth and maturity of his band, how his wife saved his life and how The Sonic Ranch made him crave the life they lead now.

Artist - HARDY 1

Multi award-nominated songwriter-turned-artist HARDY reflects both on the unforgettable year behind him, discussing his friendship with Morgan Wallen and what lays ahead. 

Artist - Ryan Hurd 1

When reflecting on his career, it becomes clear that Ryan Hurd is as grounded as he is ambitious.

Artist - Triston Marez 1 

"I'm not making anything because I want half a million streams on Spotify or want to be popular. I'm making music that I love to make" - Triston Marez discusses maturing as a songwriter, working with his icons and the resurgence of embracing traditional country roots.

Artist - Kelleigh Bannen 1 

Catching up for a chat with Holler, Kelleigh Bannen discussed how she navigated her major label deal before going independent, her new career as a host of Apple Music Country’s 

and why she’s still trying to find herself. 

Artist - Parker Millsap 1

All ready to launch his fifth and latest album, 

, Parker Millsap sports the widest of smiles in his cream dungarees and a tie-dye t-shirt; with the house all to himself and his beloved dog Mavis, he's a picture of enthusiasm.

Artist - Rhiannon Giddens 1 

Artist - Rhiannon Giddens 2

Rhiannon Giddens searched for a salve in the one place she knew where to find it: music. But it wasn't enough to write her way through her feelings of longing and loss. She needed the community that collaboration offered — the way that it, too, could be a home.

Artist - Brett Kissel 1 

Canadian country star Brett Kissel explains why he poured his heart, soul and family into his first official Nashville studio record, and why he's always valued the importance of staying true to your roots.

Artist - SG Goodman

Goodman speaks about the difficult task of relinquishing control over how the songs are perceived and what the next album she's making has taught her.

Artist - Morgan Wade 1 

Morgan Wade lists some of her favorite songwriters and artists for 

, expanding on how their catalogs have helped her process and address her own mental health, the various hurdles of doubt and hesitation in her budding career and where they all intertwine.

R&K V2

Rissi Palmer & Kelly McCartney Square 

Good friends, Apple Music Radio Presenters and grant-fund running trailblazers Rissi Palmer and Kelly McCartney have an open, no-holds-barred conversation about pushing to diversify country and Americana. 

In Conversation: Kelly McCartney with Rissi Palmer

Artist - Brooke Eden 1 

With her latest single ‘Sunroof’, Brooke Eden seems to have captured a moment of fresh air, both professionally and personally. Speaking with Holler about the song’s impact, Eden opened up about the significance of her relationship and the emotional journey she’s embarked on towards becoming fully – and unapologetically - herself.

Artist - Sara Watkins 1

Watkins spoke with Amanda Wicks about the songs she connected to most as a child, why it was important for her to record a family-friendly album and takes us deeper into 

Artist - Caitlyn Smith 1

Artist - Caitlyn Smith 2

Speaking with Carena Liptak, the cosmic country singer explains she’s more confident in her “genre-less” musical identity - and in herself personally - than ever before.

Artist - Sam Williams 2

Sam Williams is reluctant country royalty. Holler spoke to him early in the morning in Nashville, as he sat in a cosy loft space, relaxed and ready to talk about absolutely everything. No holds barred.

Artist - Ward Thomas 1

Following their collaboration with Cam on their latest single 'Don't Be A Stranger', British country trailblazers Ward Thomas spoke to Paul Sexton about their blossoming friendship with the American country disruptor.

Paul

Artist - Tenille Arts 1

Artist - Tenille Arts 2

The singer's choices not only embody the songwriter she has become today, but someone who has grown up being inspired through song, and one day hopes to offer the same.

Artist - Valerie June 1

Artist - Valerie June 3

Following the release of The Moon And Stars: Prescriptions For Dreamers, Valerie June spoke with Kelly McCartney about channelling spirituality into songwriting and capturing ancient ideas in a modern moment. 

Artist - Tiera 1 

It’s clear that for the young singer-songwriter Tiera, optimism is one of her strong suits - and it’s what makes much of her budding song catalog so undeniably intoxicating.

Artist - Avett Brothers 1

Artist - Avett Brothers 2

The Avett Brothers are trying to understand the world, and themselves, a little better - one song at a time.

Artist - The Pink Stones 4

As he chats about what the band hope to have in store for the future, The Pink Stones frontman Hunter Pinkston shares his own story - discussing what he’s learnt from punk culture, the emotional depth behind country songwriting and how discovering new music will never lose its special charm.

Artist - Carly Pearce 1

As she pays homage to those who inspired her, it’s hard to not envision those in the future putting Carly Pearce on the very same pedestal.

Artist - Austin Lucas 2 

 one of his most exciting, confident, and outspoken albums to date - Austin Lucas spoke to Baylen Leonard about what he's been working on whilst living out in Germany. 

Artist - Darius Rucker

Artist - Darius Rucker 2

Following his most recent no.1, 'Beer and Sunshine' - his tenth of his solo career - bonafide superstar Darius Rucker talks to Kelly Sutton about finally moving to Nashville, writing new music and how the ultimate goal in life is simple happiness. 

Artist - Robyn Ottolini 2 

Artist - Robyn Ottolini 1 

The 20-year-old is relatively new to the country music industry, but she has already had an extraordinary start to her career.

Artist - Lauren Alaina 1 

Detailing how the music of Christina Aguilera and Martina McBride taught her to sing, and how she has her own ‘Coat of Many Colors’, Lauren Alaina sat down with Holler to discuss the defining tracks and albums of her artistry for 

Artist - Bones Owens 1 

The Missouri born, Nashville native speaks to Jof Owen about his forthcoming self-titled debut album and growing up on Creedence Clearwater Revival.

Artist - Lainey Wilson 2

“Country music. It’s just who I am” - Lainey Wilson discusses finding her true home in Nashville, working with producer Jay Joyce, and leaning into deeper parts of herself on her new album 

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In Conversation: Rodney Crowell

Introducing: Angie K

Ten Year Town: Crystal Gayle

Introducing: John R. Miller

Cuts The Deepest: Hannah Dasher

In Conversation: Riley Green

One Hot Minute: Angela Autumn

One Hot Minute: Flatland Cavalry

Cuts The Deepest: Tigirlily

In Conversation: Brian Kelley

One Hot Minute: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

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