Pitch List

This episode, Chris sits down with Music Row legend, Liz Rose. Whether her songs transport you back to 2008, blasting Taylor Swift on your iPod, or have you bopping to Girl Crush on your favorite radio station today, chances are you know and love her writing. Listen on to hear how she went from working as a song plugger to writing full time, inside stories from those first sessions with Taylor, and how a “bad” idea in one cowrite can end up becoming the perfect song in another.

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This week, Chris talks with one of the most versatile and creative artist/writers in Nashville, Shy Carter. Shy flawlessly transitions from genre to genre and has the track record to show for it; from Meghan Trainor and Charlie Puth, to Tim and Faith and more. Listen on to hear his inspiring story of pushing boundaries, how he wrote “One Call Away” around a campfire, and even get a few sneak peeks of some brand new Shy tracks. And, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive content

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This episode, Chris gets deep with Jillian Jacqueline, pop/country artist who’s been in the music industry since she was just 7 years old. Listen on to hear their conversation about vocal stylings and genre bending, Jillian’s long journey towards her current solo career, and how writing your truth in the midst of true suffering can lead to the most honest songs. And, don't forget to catch Jillian's exclusive performance from this episode on our YouTube page at Pitch List Podcast.

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To start off the New Year, Chris talks with longtime country performer Craig Campbell. Having started out as a professional instrumentalist and demo singer before moving into the songwriting and artist world, Craig offers his unique perspective of and journey through Nashville. Listen on to hear how he nailed his first outside cut (some guy named Garth Brooks), the emotional connection behind his charity work, and more. And don't forget to catch exclusive performances from this episode on our YouTube page!

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In our last episode before the holiday break, songwriter and artist Lucie Silvas gives amazing insight on her creative process and journey through the music industry. She and Chris discuss fame vs. success, self-discovery, and how to truly let yourself be a kid again through music. Don’t forget to catch exclusive performances from this episode on our YouTube page, and listen until the end to learn how you can win some signed Pitch List merch! Happy holidays!

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This episode, Chris talks with country music singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Hunter Hayes. Exploding onto the scene when he was just 19 years old, the five-time Grammy nominee is now working on his newest project, headed by the single “Dear God”. Listen on to hear this powerful conversation about everything from his accordion playing days and early introduction to the music business at age 5, to industry pressure and self-doubt that every artist (and person) experiences.

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This week, Chris sits down with bright young talent Catie Turner. As one of the Top 7 on American Idol this past season, Catie is ready to take the world by storm with her wise-beyond-her-years songs. She and Chris talk songwriting influences, tour life, and being in the national spotlight after only 3 years of playing music. And don’t forget to pitchlistpodcast.com or visit us on social media to watch the performances from this episode.

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This week, Chris and Aimee sit down to talk with the new pop-country duo you’ve been waiting for. Named after their hometown in Australia, Seaforth, Mitch and Tom talk about getting signed almost immediately here in Nashville and their journey as they create their debut album. Listen on for some cheeky laughs, great accents, and how they knew they were ready to bring their music to the next level.

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For this episode, Chris sent out our producer Dana out to Pilgrimage Festival in Franklin, TN to catch the vibe and interview some up-and-coming talent. Listen on to hear her talk to four artists; Wild Rivers, Hannah Dasher, Bishop Gunn and Josh Martin; about their sound, influences and more. You heard it here first, y’all – these artists are on the rise! Don’t forget to go to pitchlistpodcast.com or visit us on social media for more exclusive content.

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Welcome to Season 2 of Pitch List! To celebrate, Chris sits down this week with father and son Marcus and Levi Hummon. Both songwriters and recording artists, and each from a different era of music, Levi and Marcus talk about staying true to yourself in the industry. Listen on to hear some hilarious Grammy Award stories, what it’s like writing songs with your dad, and how each found their place in commercial music. Don’t forget to go to pitchlistpodcast.com to watch the performances from this episode.

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