Join Sara Evans in this exciting episode of Diving In Deep as she sits down with country music star, Lauren Alaina! In this heartfelt conversation, Sara and Lauren discuss the joys and surprises of pregnancy, with Lauren sharing her due date and the exciting news that she’s having a girl! They dive into their experiences on Dancing With The Stars, the challenges of balancing motherhood with a busy career, and the importance of enjoying every moment of this incredible journey.

Sara offers valuable advice from her own experiences as a mom, and the two bond over their shared backgrounds and love for music. They also reminisce about their early days in the industry, including her time on American Idol and the pressures of being a working mom in the spotlight.

Don't miss this candid and uplifting episode filled with laughter, wisdom, and a few surprises along the way! If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share! Leave a comment below to let us know your thoughts!

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About Lauren Alaina:

Grand Ole Opry member and Big Loud Records powerhouse Lauren Alaina is unveiling a new musical chapter with the release of “Those Kind Of Women” and “Household,” out now. Signaling more new music on the horizon, the releases are the first taste of new music since her six-song 2023 EP Unlocked. Alaina has earned three chart-topping hits: RIAA Platinum-certified “Road Less Traveled,” Diamond “What Ifs” with her childhood friend Kane Brown, and 3X Platinum “ONE BEER” with labelmate HARDY + Devin Dawson. The Georgia-born force, who American Songwriter notes is “on a seemingly limitless upward trajectory,” has shared the stage with Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, and more. This year, she joins the much-anticipated Rascal Flatts Life Is A Highway Tour. The vocalist has performed on some of the highest-profile stages in the world including PBS' A Capitol Fourth, Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, CBS' Beyond The Edge, ABC's The Bachelorette, TODAY, Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, ABC's CMA Fest specials, CMA and ACM Awards, Nickelodeon's All That, Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day halftime performance, MLB's World Series national anthem performance, a performance at the White House for President Obama, and more.

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Welcome back to this week’s exciting episode of Diving In Deep! Sara chats with the talented sister duo, Tigirlily Gold! Kendra and Krista share their journey from growing up in North Dakota to making waves in the country music scene. Discover the story behind their unique band name, their experiences in the music industry, and the challenges they face as female artists.

In this episode, they discuss their recent ACM win, the importance of female representation in country music, and also how they manage relationships as a musician on the road. They also discuss their new single "Forever From Here" and what exactly it means to them. 

Whether you're a fan of country music or just love inspiring stories, this episode is packed with laughter, insights, and a deep dive into the world of music. Don't forget to subscribe, comment, and share!

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Sister duo Tigirlily Gold has been playing music together since they could walk, and officially formed their band in high school. Growing up, they crisscrossed the Midwest, growing a fierce fan base and selling out amphitheaters across their home-state of North Dakota. After moving to Nashville, they landed a weekly residency at Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row on the city’s famed lower Broadway. Playing four-hour sets, three to four nights a week, the sisters developed a performance style that’s not only captivating and fun but shows that entertaining is in their blood.

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Welcome back to this week’s episode of Diving in Deep with Sara Evans! Sara sits down with the very talented singer-songwriter Madeline Merlo. They chat about everything from her marriage to a lawyer, the ups and downs of being an artist during COVID, to her big move from Canada to Nashville.

Madeline shares some fun stories, like how she got started in music with a kindergarten talent show performance, and how she scored a record deal in Canada at just 18. She also opens up about her big break on NBC’s Songland, where her song “Champagne Night” was picked by Lady A and went on to become a huge hit.

The conversation also dives into Madeline’s relationship with her husband, the importance of therapy, and how her personal experiences shape her music. She talks about the sacrifices artists make to follow their dreams and the joy of creating music that truly connects with people.

It’s an inspiring episode packed with real stories, behind-the-scenes music industry insights, and a peek into the life of this rising star!

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About Madeline Merlo:

Madeline Merlo is a rising country star with a fresh, modern style and a PLATINUM-certified #1 hit to her name. Her new EP, *ONE HOUSE DOWN (from the girl next door)*, is her most personal yet—a heartfelt message of self-worth. Hailing from British Columbia, she grew up on classic soul, R&B, and ‘90s country, inspired by legends like Aretha Franklin, Dolly Parton, and Shania Twain. She started making songwriting trips to Nashville at 16, signed a record deal at 18, and won the CCMA Rising Star Award in 2015. In 2020, she won *Songland* with “Champagne Night,” a three-week #1 hit for Lady A. Now named to CMT’s 2024 Next Women of Country, Merlo continues to shine with her latest project, featuring “Broken Heart Thing” with Dustin Lynch.

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Join us for an exciting episode of Diving in Deep with Sarah Evans as we welcome the incredibly talented Chayce Beckham, winner of American Idol and the voice behind the hit song "23." Chayce shares his journey from a shy singer to a celebrated artist, revealing the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way.

Discover how Chayce found his voice, the impact of his upbringing in California and Oklahoma, and the lessons he learned while performing in dive bars and backyard parties. We dive into his experiences on American Idol, the pressure of performing live, and the importance of having a great team behind him.

Chayce also opens up about his engagement, his love for fishing, and the creative process behind his debut album, Bad For Me. Whether you're a fan of country music or just love a good story, this episode is packed with inspiration and insight. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review! Tune in now to hear more about Chayce's incredible journey and the music that drives him.

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About Chayce Beckham: Three years after becoming the only artist to win American Idol singing his own songs, 19 Recordings/Wheelhouse Records/BMG country artist Chayce Beckham is living proof of his belief that “You can’t tell someone how to write a song.” Currently nominated at this year’s CMT Music Awards for Breakthrough Male Video of the Year for his #1, PLATINUM hit single “23,” the fiery singer-songwriter laid out a course only he could follow, and today remains even more dedicated to his unique creative compass. A California native schooled on tough times and a mix of country, rock, hip hop and beyond, Beckham started a habit of heart-on-his-sleeve songwriting after some hard times when he felt he had nothing left – and when combined with his warm vocal rasp on “23,” that drive helped him charm the nation on Idol‘s 19th season in 2021. With more than 406 million streams and counting, the bluesy and brutally honest anthem debuted at #1 on both iTunes’ Country and All Genre singles charts, and now leads Beckham’s first album, Bad for Me – available now – as the emerging star finds his stride. Co-writing nine of 13 songs (three solo), the project shows Beckham opening his soul like most would never dare and embracing a timeless country-rock sound defined by fiddles, steel guitar, and plenty of against-the-grain attitude. With dusky shades of heroes like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson, the set aims to reinforce next-big-thing predictions from CMT, Amazon Music, MusicRowand more, while Beckham hits the road with Luke Bryan this summer, Parker McCollum this fall and his own headlining 2024 “Bad for Me” Tour.

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This week on Diving In Deep with Sara Evans! Sara welcomes Levi Hummon, the talented son of renowned songwriter Marcus Hummon. In this engaging conversation, Levi shares his journey in the music industry, from his early days in Nashville to his recent successes, including his hit song "Paying For It" featuring Walker Hayes.

Discover the challenges and triumphs of trying to make it as an artist in today's ever-changing music landscape. Levi opens up about his experiences with record deals, the importance of social media, and the influence of his family, including his mother, Becca Stevens, who runs the impactful organization Thistle Farms.

Tune in as they discuss songwriting, collaboration, and the unique bond between Levi and his father, Marcus. Plus, get a glimpse into Levi's personal life as he shares exciting news about his upcoming wedding!



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About Levi Hummon:
Singer-songwriter Levi Hummon spent his early 20s practicing his art, but his immersion into country music started much, much earlier. From the day he was born, his father Marcus Hummon, (one of Nashville’s most prolific GRAMMY-winning songwriters [The Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts]) immersed Levi in the music scene, and It didn't take long to realize the apple didn't fall far from the tree.

At 24, Levi began releasing music of his own. Cleancut and compelling, he told stories of love and loss while building a loyal fanbase that has grown with him through every bend and break. As a Nashville native who was inspired by the legacies around him and had an undeniable gift of songwriting, it was no surprise that 5 years, 30 released songs, and 100 million streams later as an independent artist, Levi had created a name for himself.

In 2021, his viral Walker Hayes collaboration sensation “Paying for It” cemented Levi’s status as a rising country star. This sparked a new sense of confidence both on stage and in writing rooms that allowed him to discover the magnitude of his potential as an artist, and a new authentic version of Levi emerged. His follow-up tunes, “Bottled Up,” “For Me,” “Good Riddance,” and “Drink On” are the product of just that. Hummon says, “taking risks, finding my own voice, and showing the scars and roughness around the edges allowed me to portray the most honest version of myself”.

Coming off of his first headlining tour in the Fall of ‘21, Levi found himself to be in high demand in the spring and summer of 2022. Warming up the stage for acts like Hardy, Jordan Davis, Brett Eldridge, Brett Young, and Dylan Scott, he was able to experience in person the effects of this momentum and the reward for being unapologetically himself.

While listeners across genres are creating the demand now more than ever for both a 90’s country comeback and an early 2000’s alternative rock revival, Levi’s new music has established a unique lane paved by bo

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This week on Diving in Deep with Sara Evans, Sara is joined by longtime friend and extraordinary producer, Mark Bright! Mark and Sara start by reflecting on what they have missed out on in each other's lives since they last saw each other. Mark opens up about a recent medical emergency he faced and how he’s grown since then. The two of them also look back on all of the songs they’ve done together, a crazy trip to Washington D.C., and how you maybe shouldn’t eat a lot of mac and cheese every day. Tune into this week’s episode for laughs, stories, and so many songs!


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About Mark Bright:
Mark Bright is a Nashville based big time country music producer, songwriter, and publishing company executive. He has produced for artists like Carrie Underwood, Sara Evans, Luke Bryan, and more. He began his career in the music industry in 1993 as a tape splicer for Screen Gems/EMI publishing in Nashville, Tennessee. He has since worked his way up in the music industry discovering many accomplished country music artists all around the United States.

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This Week on Diving in Deep as Sara welcomes the incredible trio, Chapel Heart! Discovered on America's Got Talent, Danica, Devynn, and Trea are breaking barriers in country music and bringing their unique sound to the forefront.

In this episode, they dive into their journey, from their roots in a large musical family to their experiences busking on the streets of New Orleans. Get ready for laughter, heartfelt stories, and a glimpse into their close-knit relationship as they share their experiences of growing up together and navigating the music industry. Plus, they treat Sara to a special performance of one of their most popular songs!

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About Chapel Hart:
Danica and Devynn Hart along with their cousin Trea Swindle, make up Chapel Hart, a band that mixes the sweet elements of southern country music and with the powerful sounds of gospel music. They have proven that they are truly a force to be reckoned with. These three ladies have been featured in publications such as People, Rolling Stone and Parade magazine to television appearances including the Huckabee Show, Tamron Hall and The Today Show. They have been named as one of CMT's Next Women of Country, Music Row's Next Big Thing, CMT's Listen Up Artist as well as Opry Next Stage Artists. These ladies have found a way to gift wrap their Mississippi roots & Louisiana spunk and share it with listeners around the world.

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Welcome back to Diving in Deep with Sara Evans! On this week’s episode, Sara Evans sits down with up and coming country star Taylor Austin Dye. Taylor gives an inside look into her journey through music and also shares how she knew she wanted to be a musician from a young age. The two of them share many laughs after discovering how much they have in common; including some horror stories about disastrous co-writes. Tune into this week’s episode to hear about Taylor’s Opry debut, eating gas station sushi, and her past experience in clogging!


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About Taylor Austin Dye:
Austin Dye is a Kentucky born and raised singer-songwriter currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. Dye artistically bends genres while also writing about difficult yet important topics as she believes that, "music is a healer". She signed a global publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and LEX Music Group. Dye then released her debut album "Out of These Hills" in 2023 which has over 38 million streams across all streaming platforms.

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This week on Diving in Deep, Sara is joined by friend and country legend Clint Black! Sara Evansand Clint talk about his long lasting career and what got him to where he is now. Clint also shares insight into how he’s been dipping his toe into the comedy field and how ties comedy into his everyday life. If you want to have a laugh, get some parenting advice, or even just see how Clint puts on chapstick, then this is the episode for you!


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About Clint Black:
Clint Black is an American country music singer, actor, singer-songwriter, and record producer. The Houston raised artist debuted back in 1989 with his hit record "Killin' Time". Having sold over 20 million records, earning 22 #1 career singles, nearly two dozen gold and platinum awards in the United States and Canada, a Grammy Award, numerous CMA, ACM and American Music Awards, and being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Clint Black has had one of the most storied careers in modern music.

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This week on Diving In Deep, Sara is joined by Grammy-winning musician, Colbie Caillat! In this candid conversation, Colbie shares her experiences on the road, the challenges of touring, and her evolving relationship with music. From life on a tour bus to her love for Nashville, Colbie gets real about balancing her career, personal growth, and what’s next for her. The two of them also dive deep into Colbie’s musical sound and what has shaped her music career. This is another episode you don’t want to miss!

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Colbie Caillat is a singer-songwriter born under the California sun. When she wasn't busy taking voice lessons or studying piano, she spent her youth hanging with Fleetwood Mac as her father coproduced their landmark “Rumours” album. When she grew up, Caillat began posting her impeccably crafted tunes to MySpace and became one of the social media network's most popular unsigned talents. Zipping up the charts in 2007, her breezy pop hit “Bubbly” placed her smack in the middle of a new generation of singer/songwriters creating modern beach music rich in feel-good hooks and warm acoustic tones. To date, Caillat has earned two GRAMMY Awards, five nominations, and more than 15 billion streams. Yet Caillat—whose instantly recognizable voice is as versatile as it is heartfelt—wasn't about to be pigeonholed. In the late 2010s, Caillat made a bold decision to relocate to Nashville, where she dove headfirst into the world of country pop. Its gloriously sunny harmonies were proof that this artist would always have California in her soul.

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