Bobby talks to Jo Dee Messina who comes to us from her home in Georgia. Jo Dee talks about how life has taken her from Boston to Nashville to now settling down in Georgia while still touring the country. She talks about the early days of getting her record deal in Nashville with fellow label mate, Tim McGraw. Jo Dee also reveals the two songs that blocked her from landing No. 1’s songs in the 90’s for two of her signature songs. Jo Dee also talks about how she took a chance on having Rascal Flatts as her opening act back in the day and how it was seeing LeAnn Rimes career blow up so quickly because she was so talented. Bobby and Eddie also talk about songs that debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#320 - Jo Dee Messina on Her Two Major Hits That You’d Be Surprised NEVER Went No. 1 + Taking a Chance on Rascal Flatts As An Opening Act + Asking Writers To Change The Lyrics to “Heads Carolina, Tail

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In this episode, Bobby, Eddie and Kevin discuss the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. They share their thoughts on certain artists like Mariah Carey who did not get enough votes and what that means for their future chances of getting in. Plus, find out what their Top 15 Wedding songs are and more! 
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#449 -  Bobby, Eddie & Kevin on Rock & Roll HOF + Top 15 Wedding Songs

Koe Wetzel (@koe_wetzel) sits down with Bobby Bones to talk about how he forged his own way in country music. He recalls the times he got drunk and fought some of his buddies, and the number of fights he feels like he still has left in him. He also talks about slowing down on his drinking. Koe also opens up about the first time he went to jail and what he learned from it. He'll also share the coolest thing he's been able to buy with money. Koe also reveals what fans can expect from his new music, why he feels people relate to his lyrics and more! 
 
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#448 - Koe Wetzel on What He Learned Going to Jail

For King and Country (@forkingandcountry) are made up of two Brothers Joel & Luke Smallbone. They have a new movie out now called Unsung Hero and we wanted to revisit their episode when they gave us their lifestory and background on the film In 2023, they stopped by Bobby’s house fresh off their trip to the Grammys after earning a nomination with their friend, Hillary Scott of Lady A. Joel shares why he was depressed days after the trip. They share their amazing story of how their family moved from Australia with nothing to the United States and how they got by living in a house without furniture. They got their start touring with their famous sister Rebecca St. James and how they didn’t want anyone to know they were related when they became, For King and Country. They also share stories about their large family, what it’s like working as brothers, their new movie, and their perception as Christian artists.
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In Case You Missed It:  For King and Country on Story Behind The New Movie ‘Unsung Hero’


Rising country artist Zach Top (@Zach_Top) sat down with Bobby Bones to talk about his fast-rising music career, his upbringing and more. Zach's debut album Cold Beer & Country Music came out April 5th and he talked about what the title means and the process of writing the songs for the record. He also shares how he did not want to post his music on TikTok but then his song "Bad Luck" went viral. Zach also tells Bobby how he feels about Jake Owen supporting his music and saying that he "predicts he is about to change country music in a big way." Zach recalls growing up being homeschooled, playing in his family band, how he started taking music business calls when he was only 7, dropping out of college and moving to Nashville and more! 
 
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#447 - Zach Top on Jake Owen’s Support of His Music + Growing up Homeschooled and Playing in Family Band + Booking His First at 7 Years Old Over the Phone

Bobby and Eddie talk about voting on The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Bobby got an official ballet in the mail, and they went through the voting process and nominees!  They talk about the legacy of each artist and fill Kickoff Kevin in on the artist he's unfamiliar with. Bobby then talks to Alexandra Sedlak after discovering her on TikTok (@Itsalexandrasedlak). She shared what happened to her at the Grammy Awards and the well-known singer she met backstage who didn't like her. She also explains how she ended up singing one of her songs on stage and more. Alexandra also explains the story behind her most viral video, talks about her music, why she describes herself as a "good witch," how she can see colors and auras and more. 
 
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#320 - Jo Dee Messina on Her Two Major Hits That You’d Be Surprised NEVER Went No. 1 + Taking a Chance on Rascal Flatts As An Opening Act + Asking Writers To Change The Lyrics to “Heads Carolina, Tail

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