The Uncut Gems Songwriter Podcast

This weeks Episode is a "doozie"!!! Singer/Songwriter/Artist... STEPHEN WILSON JR.!!! If you don't know who he is... you're about to find out! This boxer, turned microbiologist, and former AutoVon lead guitarist, turned rebel country crooner, is everything that is new and fresh about Nashvile. To call his story inspiring would be the understatement of the decade. Don't miss this episode where we finally find out if he is, or isn’t really related to John “Cougar” Mellencamp…. AND of course, his incredible "uncut gem"!!!

This week's episode is SO COOL! Our guest is songwriter, artist, and co-owner of Nashville's Average Joe Records... Colt Ford! You may know who Colt is because of his years of touring, or possible even his Jason Aldean country-mega-hit, "Dirt Road Anthem"... but, did you know that he was a pro-golfer??? There's too much to unpack in the summary, so be sure to tune in for his incredible story and "Uncut Gem"!!!

This weeks episode features songwriter / producer, Ben Glover. Ben's songs can be heard across genres, however he is best known for his domination of the christian radio airwaves for the past 15 years (Mercy Me, Crowder, Francesca Battistelli)! Don't miss our talks on the Christian music business, what Katy Perry was like at 16 yrs old, and Kevin's biggest pet peeve. Lastly, Ben's "uncut gem" is maybe the most compelling songs we've had on the show... though, Kevin may have some 'unsolicited' tweaks for him. LOL!

This episode is gonna be a little different than the rest we've done to date... This is an episode for all of you aspiring songwriters and producers out there that have ever wondered, "How good does my demo have to be?". In this episode, Nathan and I talk in depth about our views on this topic, and how we approach making demos for our songs. We do have plenty more amazing waters lined up for this season but we really wanted to see what YOU, the listener, wants to hear. Don't be shy, please let us know what you like and don't about our show...

To kick off Season 2 of our podcast, we have Nashville music veteran Jody Williams! Jody is one of the most well respected publishers in music and has had quite an amazing journey from running BMI, to missing the opportunity to sign Taylor Swift beyond! Don't miss this episode and possibly one of the most "grammy worthy" Uncut Gems we've heard yet!

This week we have one of our best friends and hit songwriter / producer, Mitch Allan! We figured, we'd end Season 1 on a high note. so here ya go!!! You probably would know Mitch from his band SR-71 and their HUGE single, "Right Now", or maybe because Mitch wrote "1985" for Bowling for Soup, "Heart Attack" for Demi Lovato, and the #1 mega hit "Want To Want Me" for Jason Derulo!!! This is a fun episode... we hope you like it, and keep an eye out for Season 2 coming in early 2023!

This week we are proud to present singer, songwriter, producer… Jake Rose. Jake is one of the most up and coming Nashville writers with songs on Blake Shelton, FGL, Jimmie Allen, and more… But, you may know him better from his rock band New Medicine and their viral hits “Take Me Away” and “Fire Up The Night”! Don’t miss Jake’s inspiring story and determination!!!

This weeks guest is one of the nicest, most talented folks in Nashville… recording artist, writer, producer, Canaan Smith! You probably know Canaan from his smash “Love You Like That”, but did you know he was a hit writer before he even got a record deal? Tune in to hear his amazing story!!!

This week's guest is, Georgia born songwriter, publisher, and record producer, Jeremy Stover!!! Jeremy is a country music veteran, working with just about everyone who's anyone in Nashville.... from Justin Moore, Jake Owen, and Cole Swindell... to Tim McGraw, Ronnie Dunn, and Wynonna Judd. Tune in to hear Jeremy's amazing story, our hilarious conversations about #2 parties, and boy.... his uncut gem will be stuck in your head all week!!! TUNE IN!!!!

This week's guest is Canadian born songwriter, Kelly Archer. You may know her from her work with Jason Aldean, Chris Lane, Justin Moore, or even her Brett Young hit "Sleeping Without You". Don't miss her stories about a "germ", breaking down all alone in the middle of Colorado, and how "hot apple pie" helped her make friends and break into the Nashville music business. It's a must listen...

This weeks episode features Nashville’s new “it girl” songstress Emily Landis! You probably know her Gabby Barrett smash, “The Good Ones”. Be sure to check out her amazing Uncut Gem, “Homebody”!!! We think this one won’t be “uncut” for long…

This is a MUST LISTEN episode! This weeks guest is, 3x's Grammy nominated, Hall Of Fame songwriter, Nashville Star judge, and all around songwriting legend... Jeffrey Steele!!! If you don't know who Jeffrey Steele is, we can almost guarantee that you know his music. We only say that because, he's written more than 60 hit songs for such artists as Montgomery Gentry, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, LeAnn Rimes, Rascal Flatts, Billy Ray Cyrus, and others!!!!

This weeks guest is Grammy nominated songwriter and guitar virtuoso, Clint Lagerberg! Clint has written hits for Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Nichole Nordeman, and many many more.... His story is hilarious and inspiring, plus the Uncut Gem he brings us is one of our favorite so far!!! Break out the nachos and be sure to tune in!!!!

This weeks episode features Australian born songwriter, Kylie Sackley! Kylie’s songs have been recorded by Sam Hunt, Keith Urban, Randy Houser, Alan Jackson, Danielle Bradberry, Faith Hill, LeAnn Rimes and more; Including Walker Hayes’ single “You Broke Up With Me.” Kylie talks about deciding to "not" be an artist, becoming an American citizen, and living the songwriter dream "one 'no' at a time". Tune in!!!!

This week we have the privilege of having legendary record producer, session guitarist, and all around great guy, Dann Huff. Dann shares with us a bit of his journey from LA all-star session guitarist to Nashville icon. Tune in for some of his “hits and misses”.

In this episode, we have the honor of interviewing one of the great troubadours of our generation. You may not know him, but you might know the songs that he's written for Eric Church, Brothers Osborne, Kenny Chesney, Hank Williams Jr., and countless others. Travis shares with us his incredible story about his recent health emergency, his battle with addiction, and the musical journey that led him to be one of Nashville, most respected singer/songwriters.

From his humble beginnings in East Dallas to co-writing one of the biggest songs in country music history, Ben Burgess has become one of todays most in-demand songwriters, across all genres of music.   He's currently gearing up to release his debut album on Big Loud Records in September of 2022.   In this episode, we discuss, the Las Vegas, Route 66 festival shooting, Ben's first cut with the Jonas Brothers, Kevin and Ben's first writing session, and the "hold game" (when artists or record labels "hold" a song for a record, which they may of may not end up using).    Best of all, we think Ben's cheeky "uncut gem" might just light your fuse.  ;)