Behind the Shedd

Behind the Shedd

By Wm. Wade Smith

Stories and interviews from the 70's, 80's, and 90's about music row in Nashville with legendary music producer Harold Shedd.... more
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  1. Number 1: #34 Bed of Roses - with Rex Benson

    Welcome back to Behind the Shedd! What a special episode this is. Our guest today is a friend to Harold, Russ, and Wade and a friend to all who have had the good fortune to know him. We welcome our dear friend, Rex Benson. Rex is an American songwriter and music publisher whose career spans more than five decades in the music business. Bio: Beginning his songwriting career in the early 1970s, Rex went on to have songs recorded by an impressive list of artists, including Kenny Rogers, Garth Brooks, Tammy Wynette, Don Williams, Joe Diffie, The Oak Ridge Boys, Mel Tillis, Bobby Vinton, Linda Ronstadt and Brad Paisley. His songwriting credits include “Unto You This Night,” recorded by Garth Brooks; “Glass Houses,” recorded by Tammy Wynette with Joe Diffie; “Healing Hands,” recorded by Don Williams; and “What That Means,” recorded by Kenny Rogers with Brad Paisley. Rex also co-wrote “Bed of Roses” with Steve Gillette. The song was recorded by several artists, including Kenny Rogers with Linda Davis, Chesapeake with Linda Ronstadt, Bobby Vinton and Mel Tillis. Tillis’ 1984 recording provides a special connection to Behind the Shedd — it was produced by legendary record producer Harold Shedd. Beyond writing songs, Rex built a successful career in music publishing through the Rex Benson Music Group. One of his greatest publishing successes came with “Buy Me a Rose.” Rex signed and helped place the song with Kenny Rogers, whose recording became a Number One country hit in 2000. Luther Vandross later recorded the song for his Grammy-winning album Dance with My Father. From writing songs and pitching demos to working with some of Nashville’s most recognizable artists, Rex Benson has spent more than 50 years experiencing the music business from the inside. On this episode of Behind the Shedd, we sit down with Rex to hear the stories behind the songs, the artists who recorded them, and a lifetime spent in the Nashville music business. Thanks to our Behind the Shedd Members on Patreon. Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Patreon episode supporter, Richie Ferguson Behind the Shedd podcast is a weekly podcast series available on all major podcast platforms. This podcast relives music row memories from Nashvilles most successful independent music producer, Harold Shedd. Harold owned and operated the Music Mill Studio on Roy Acuff Place in Nashville and was later head of Mercury Records Nashville. Created by Wm. Wade Smith. Produced by Russ Zavitson and Wm. Wade Smith Original Behind the Shedd theme song written by Russ Zavitson Sound and audio by Russ Zavitson Cameras by Mike McKee Director of Photography & Editing by Matt Holbrook at InFocus Media Associate producers Brian Rawlings, Chuck Bedwell and Jason Morris Get caught up on the latest episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/videos Check out all our Youtube shorts here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/shorts If you love the show and would like to help us continue making content, consider becoming a member on our Patreon page. We have membership levels as low as 5 bucks or choose an option to hear your name or business on every podcast! https://www.patreon.com/c/behindtheshedd/membership Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568576867709 Check us out on Instagram and please follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheshedd/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindtheshedd For more information about the show, suggest guests, or to inquire about advertising or becoming a brand partner, shoot us a message here: [email protected] Thanks to patreon supporters Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Patreon episode supporter, Richie Ferguson Please visit our sponsors here: The Fork Inn theforkinn.com Pop’s Chevrolet www.popschevy.com Wild Bill’s Fireworks

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  2. Number 2: #33 Wish I Was In Nashville - with Matt Lindsey

    Welcome back to the show! This week Harold, Russ, and Wade sit down with a long time friend and very successful music publisher, Mr. Matt Lindsey. You'll really enjoy these stories from Matt as we stroll down this 16th avenue of memories. We are glad you stopped by to spend a little time Behind the Shedd! Bio: Matt has been working successfully in the music publishing industry for over 30 years! As a song plugger, he has had songs recorded by artists such as Garth Brooks, Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, The Chicks, Brooks & Dunn, Bonnie Raitt, Reba, Willie Nelson, Alabama, and many more! Matt began working as a song plugger for Mel Tillis Enterprises in 1983, eventually becoming general manager. He has worked with various publishing companies, including Morgan Music Group, Forerunner Music Group, and Big Yellow Dog Music, where he worked as V.P. of A&R and oversaw international music collaborations. He later formed Matt Lindsey Music LLC, which he continues to run today! - songtuner.com Thanks to our Behind the Shedd Members on Patreon. Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Behind the Shedd podcast is a weekly podcast series available on all major podcast platforms. This podcast relives music row memories from Nashvilles most successful independent music producer, Harold Shedd. Harold owned and operated the Music Mill Studio on Roy Acuff Place in Nashville and was later head of Mercury Records Nashville. Created by Wm. Wade Smith. Produced by Russ Zavitson and Wm. Wade Smith Original Behind the Shedd theme song written by Russ Zavitson Sound and audio by Russ Zavitson Cameras by Mike McKee Director of Photography & Editing by Matt Holbrook at InFocus Media Associate producers Brian Rawlings, Chuck Bedwell and Jason Morris Get caught up on the latest episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/videos Check out all our Youtube shorts here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/shorts If you love the show and would like to help us continue making content, consider becoming a member on our Patreon page. We have membership levels as low as 5 bucks or choose an option to hear your name or business on every podcast! https://www.patreon.com/c/behindtheshedd/membership Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568576867709 Check us out on Instagram and please follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheshedd/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindtheshedd For more information about the show, suggest guests, or to inquire about advertising or becoming a brand partner, shoot us a message here: [email protected] Thanks to patreon supporters Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Please visit our sponsors here: The Fork Inn theforkinn.com Pop’s Chevrolet www.popschevy.com Wild Bill’s Fireworks www.wildbillsfireworks.com The Kent Rose Foundation kentrosefoundation.com Harold Shedd Music Gallery & The Harold Shedd Foundation www.haroldsheddmusicgallery.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Richie Ferguson Kay Wilson Stacy Shedd Ron Ledet

    1h 14min
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  3. Number 3: #32 If Tomorrow Never Comes - with Kent Blazy

    Welcome back to Behind the Shedd! Today Harold, Russ, and Wade sit down with Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame member, Kent Blazy. Bio: Kent Blazy is an American country songwriter raised in Lexington, Kentucky, now calling Nashville home. A member of the 2020 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala, Blazy’s catalog includes enduring hits such as Garth Brooks’ “If Tomorrow Never Comes” and “Ain’t Goin’ Down (’Til the Sun Comes Up),” and Chris Young’s “Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song).” Garth Brooks began writing with Blazy in 1987 and took the stage at the induction to present him and perform their breakout hit “If Tomorrow Never Comes.” Beyond multiple singles with Brooks, Blazy has penned songs recorded by Gary Morris, Diamond Rio, Patty Loveless, Chris Young, and more, amassing seven No. 1 hits to his credit. Thanks to our Behind the Shedd Members on Patreon. Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Behind the Shedd podcast is a weekly podcast series available on all major podcast platforms. This podcast relives music row memories from Nashvilles most successful independent music producer, Harold Shedd. Harold owned and operated the Music Mill Studio on Roy Acuff Place in Nashville and was later head of Mercury Records Nashville. Created by Wm. Wade Smith. Produced by Russ Zavitson and Wm. Wade Smith Original Behind the Shedd theme song written by Russ Zavitson Sound and audio by Russ Zavitson Cameras by Mike McKee Director of Photography & Editing by Matt Holbrook at InFocus Media Associate producers Brian Rawlings, Chuck Bedwell and Jason Morris Get caught up on the latest episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/videos Check out all our Youtube shorts here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/shorts If you love the show and would like to help us continue making content, consider becoming a member on our Patreon page. We have membership levels as low as 5 bucks or choose an option to hear your name or business on every podcast! https://www.patreon.com/c/behindtheshedd/membership Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568576867709 Check us out on Instagram and please follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheshedd/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindtheshedd For more information about the show, suggest guests, or to inquire about advertising or becoming a brand partner, shoot us a message here: [email protected] Thanks to patreon supporters Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Please visit our sponsors here: The Fork Inn theforkinn.com Pop’s Chevrolet www.popschevy.com Wild Bill’s Fireworks www.wildbillsfireworks.com The Kent Rose Foundation kentrosefoundation.com Harold Shedd Music Gallery & The Harold Shedd Foundation www.haroldsheddmusicgallery.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Richie Ferguson Kay Wilson Stacy Shedd Ron Ledet

    1h 10min
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  4. Number 4: #31 That's My Job - with Tommy Jackson

    We are back Behind the Shedd! In episode 31, Harold, Russ, and Wade sit down with a true renaissance man and a dear friend to our team, Tommy Jackson. Tommy is a mentor, a leader, a life coach, a motivational speaker, a football coach, a money manager, an author, a music guy, a song man, and just a great human being. Ladies and gentleman, Mr. Tommy Jackson. Bio: Tommy’s journey is one of overcoming the odds to achieve tremendous success. At a young age, he realized that taking ownership of his circumstances could be achieved through self discovery and education. While juggling two jobs to help his single mother pay the power bill, Tommy earned an academic scholarship to Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM). There, he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Finance and a minor in Psychology. Years later, Tommy returned to AUM to experience a full-circle moment. In 2017, he was named Business Alumni of the Year, and the following year, he was honored as one of AUM’s Top 50 Most Influential Alumni. These accolades were the result of a career in wealth management spanning decades. Recognized as a top financial advisor, Tommy consistently ranked among the Top 1,000 Financial Advisors in the U.S. by Barron’s and Forbes. In 2013, he was named #1 in the state of Alabama by Barron’s Top 100. With over 30 years of experience helping clients plan for their financial goals, Tommy’s passion for helping others has remained a constant. His ability to connect deeply with people—drawing from his own life experiences—has allowed him to mentor and empower individuals across the nation, from student-athletes to high-level business leaders. Tommy’s commitment to helping others began on the football field. Though initially hesitant, he observed one of the Cahaba Heights Knights’ practice sessions in Birmingham, Alabama. During that visit, he overheard a child say, “Don’t expect much from us, mister, because we’re a bunch of losers.” That moment was pivotal. It reminded him how the people who believed in him had changed the course of his life—and he knew he wanted to do the same for others. Recognizing that his life principles could reshape how these kids saw themselves, Tommy agreed to coach the team—and he was right. Under his leadership, they went undefeated, outscoring their opponents 357–12. He not only led that team to a championship, but coached two new teams in the years that followed. As each group bought into his system, Tommy led the program to three consecutive championships. It was proof his process could be repeated—and change lives. Tommy later transitioned to high school football, where he coached for seven years and won three state championships with Briarwood Christian High School. Building on his success in coaching, he founded The Knights, a youth mentorship program in 1998 that trained and guided over 100 athletes. Many went on to excel in college and professional sports. Among his proudest moments were seeing two of his Knights face off in the 2009 Super Bowl and another achieve a career-high ranking of World No. 11 in Women’s Tennis Doubles. Tommy’s journey also ventured into music. In 2010, he founded First Note Entertainment (FNE), a multi-genre record label that has achieved over 175 consecutive sold-out shows and launched artists into the Billboard Top 20. Songs from FNE have been featured on The Today Show, World of Dance, American Idol, The Voice, Grey’s Anatomy, and other popular TV shows. So far, Tommy’s journey has taken him through many unique chapters—but none as important as this one: helping others find their true potential. Whether through keynote speeches, mentorship, or transformative programs, Tommy is dedicated to changing lives with principles and processes that he has lived and continues to teach. - tommyjacksonofficial.com Thanks to our Behind the Shedd Members on Patreon. Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Behind the Shedd podcast is a weekly podcast series available on all major podcast platforms. This podcast relives music row memories from Nashvilles most successful independent music producer, Harold Shedd. Harold owned and operated the Music Mill Studio on Roy Acuff Place in Nashville and was later head of Mercury Records Nashville. Created by Wm. Wade Smith. Produced by Russ Zavitson and Wm. Wade Smith Original Behind the Shedd theme song written by Russ Zavitson Sound and audio by Russ Zavitson Cameras by Mike McKee Director of Photography & Editing by Matt Holbrook at InFocus Media Associate producers Brian Rawlings, Chuck Bedwell and Jason Morris Get caught up on the latest episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/videos Check out all our Youtube shorts here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/shorts If you love the show and would like to help us continue making content, consider becoming a member on our Patreon page. We have membership levels as low as 5 bucks or choose an option to hear your name or business on every podcast! https://www.patreon.com/c/behindtheshedd/membership Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568576867709 Check us out on Instagram and please follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheshedd/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindtheshedd For more information about the show, suggest guests, or to inquire about advertising or becoming a brand partner, shoot us a message here: behindtheshedd@gmail....

    1h 37min
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  5. Number 5: #35 Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight - with Duane Allen

    Welcome back to Behind the Shedd! Well, we have another legend on this episode. Harold, Russ, and Wade sit down with Duane Allen of the Oak Ridge Boys. Duane has been a friend to Harold and Russ for decades. Let's have a seat with him and listen to his remarkable journey to the Oaks and hear about his incredible life and career. Ladies and Gentleman, Mr. Duane Allen.. BIO: A native of Taylortown, Texas, Duane (“Ace”) Allen had formal training in both operatic and quartet singing before becoming a member of the Oaks in 1966. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and has written a book on the history of Gospel music. He also holds an honorary doctorate from a Christian college. Duane graduated from Paris Junior College, and then Texas A&M University at Commerce, Texas. He received a B.S. in Music from Texas A&M, studying with Metropolitan Opera stars Richard Webb and William Abbott. For his classical music degree, Duane concentrated on voice, piano, and composition. He received the Distinguished Alumni Award from both Paris Junior College and Texas A&M in 2017. He and his wife Norah Lee underwrite a scholarship fund for Texas A&M University Department of Music students. During the time he studied at Paris Junior College, two operettas were written based on Duane’s life—one entitled “College Go Round” and the other entitled “Let’s See Paree (Paris).” He received a music scholarship to Texas A&M, and, while he was a student there, he starred in a lead role of “Annie Get Your Gun.” He also sang in an elite chorale group, which toured through the United States, as well as internationally. In 2014, Duane received a special honor from his hometown community of Cunningham, Texas. On April 15, Lamar County officials dedicated the Duane Allen Memorial Bridge on the newly designated Duane Allen Road. The bridge crosses the Big Sandy Creek just a few hundred yards from where Duane was born and raised on the Allen family farm. While in Lamar County for the event, Duane and Norah Lee presented a check to the Red River Valley Veterans Memorial in Paris, Texas. Proceeds were used to support the memorial and to honor family members who had served in the military. On August 9, 2014, Duane was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame at a ceremony that included fellow members of The Oak Ridge Boys, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban as honorary inductees. An Oak Ridge Boys’ exhibit at the Hall of Fame was unveiled the same day. -OakRidgeBoys.com Thanks to our Behind the Shedd Members on Patreon. Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Patreon episode supporter, Richie Ferguson Behind the Shedd podcast is a weekly podcast series available on all major podcast platforms. This podcast relives music row memories from Nashvilles most successful independent music producer, Harold Shedd. Harold owned and operated the Music Mill Studio on Roy Acuff Place in Nashville and was later head of Mercury Records Nashville. Created by Wm. Wade Smith. Produced by Russ Zavitson and Wm. Wade Smith Original Behind the Shedd theme song written by Russ Zavitson Sound and audio by Russ Zavitson Cameras by Mike McKee Director of Photography & Editing by Matt Holbrook at InFocus Media Associate producers Brian Rawlings, Chuck Bedwell and Jason Morris Get caught up on the latest episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/videos Check out all our Youtube shorts here: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheShedd/shorts If you love the show and would like to help us continue making content, consider becoming a member on our Patreon page. We have membership levels as low as 5 bucks or choose an option to hear your name or business on every podcast! https://www.patreon.com/c/behindtheshedd/membership Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568576867709 Check us out on Instagram and please follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheshedd/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindtheshedd For more information about the show, suggest guests, or to inquire about advertising or becoming a brand partner, shoot us a message here: [email protected] Thanks to patreon supporters Ron Ledet - Stacy Shedd - Kay Wilson Patreon episode supporter, Richie Ferguson Please visit our sponsors here: The Fork Inn theforkinn.com Pop’s Chevrolet

    1h 31min
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