The Country Minute Show

Rising country star Jackson Dean sits down with The Country Minute Podcast for an exclusive in-person interview at Country Radio Seminar in Nashville. He opens up about preparing for his upcoming headlining tour, crafting the perfect setlist, and the challenges of performing high-energy shows night after night. Jackson also shares insights into his creative process, the evolution of his sound, and what fans can expect from his latest music. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering his raw, powerhouse vocals, this episode is a must-listen.

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Country music is an international language. You don't have to be from the south or know the feeling of red dirt under your tires to relate to country. In fact, you don't even have to live in the USA.

Meet Gareth. He hails from Ireland, but thanks to his grandparents, grew up with a deep appreciation for American country music. Over the last few years, Gareth has been chasing his own country dreams, and that led him to move to Nashville in the summer of 2024. From there, everything started falling together. Gareth now has a deal, multiple original songs on streaming platforms, and upcoming tour dates with none other than Kip Moore.

We met Gareth on February 19 at Country Radio Seminar in Nashville. We spoke for a little more than ten minutes on everything from his music to learning how to navigate the Nashville media. What I love about Gareth is how he brings a fresh perspective to everything, yet his music is so clearly informed by the legends of the genre. I'm convinced Gareth can do anything he puts his mind to, and I think you will feel the same after this conversation.

Have you heard Gareth yet? Shoot me a message and let me know!

Rising country artist Preston Cooper is making waves in Nashville, and he’s just getting started. The Ohio native, now signed to Big Machine, has only released two songs, but his impact on the country music scene is undeniable. His debut track, “Weak,” earned him a rare standing ovation from industry heavyweights at a recent showcase, proving he’s one to watch in 2025.

In this episode of The Country Minute Podcast, James Shotwell sits down with Preston to talk about his rapid rise, the transition to life in Nashville, and what fans can expect in the months ahead. Don’t miss this exclusive conversation with one of country music’s most exciting new voices.

In the latest episode of the Country Minute podcast, host James Shotwell sits down with rising country music star Chase Matthew for an exclusive, in-person interview recorded at Country Radio Seminar (CRS) in Nashville on February 19, 2025.

Chase opens up about his highly anticipated new studio album, Chase, and the stories behind the music. He also shares his excitement for joining Keith Urban on a world tour, reflects on making his headlining debut at the historic Ryman Auditorium, and gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process.

This is a must-listen for country music fans eager to hear what’s next for one of the genre’s fastest-rising stars!

This week on the Country Minute show we head back to Arizona for one of the first-ever interviews with Waylon Wyatt. The definition of viral superstar, Waylon Wyatt has been experiencing the kind of digital growth most artists dream of over the last few months, with songs like “Arkansas Diamond” and “Jailbreak” (featuring Bayker Blankenship) burning up the charts. In this chat, Waylon talks about navigating fame while still in high school, opening for his heroes, and more. We ever get a glimpse inside the songwriting process for his latest single, “O.D.,” which is available now wherever you get music. You can watch the full interview on YouTube and Spotify. #WaylonWyatt #CountryMusic 

Welcome to the debut episode of the Country Minute Podcast. In this episode, James and Laura travel to Arizona to attend Dreamy Draw music festival. While there, they have 15 minutes to chat with the incomparable Flatland Cavalry about everything from their new compilation, Flatland Forever, to their upcoming arena headline show, rummaging their archives, and even a little bit about their plans for 2025.

This conversation was recorded on November 2, 2024.