The Chris & Sandy Show

Bluegrass singer-songwriter Caroline Owens joins The Chris & Sandy Show for an Up Close & Personal conversation about her new album Low Flying Planes, the sacrifices behind pursuing a music career, finding confidence as an artist, and remembering where it all began.A North Carolina native and Billy Blue Records recording artist, Caroline has earned recognition as a three-time International Bluegrass Music Association Momentum Vocalist of the Year nominee and multiple SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the Year nominee.But behind the growing recognition is a story about perseverance, family, and learning to navigate the realities of the music industry.During this October 30, 2026, interview, Caroline shares why she uprooted her life to move closer to Nashville, what inspired the title track of Low Flying Planes, and how she wrote approximately 150 to 200 songs during the album's development.She also reflects on discovering bluegrass through Alison Krauss as a teenager, working with The Isaacs, receiving a letter from Lainey Wilson, and watching childhood heroes become professional connections and friends.Beyond the music, Caroline opens up about the mental demands of touring, developing greater confidence in her artistic identity, handling negative social media comments, and the advice from her father that helps keep her grounded.

The Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball have grown from an unconventional idea in Savannah into packed stadiums, massive tours and an entertainment phenomenon—but Jesse Cole says they're just getting started.Chris caught up with Jesse at Grayson Stadium during the 2027 Banana Ball World Tour City Selection Show for a quick conversation that went well beyond what cities and stadiums are coming next.Jesse talks about the criticism that comes with doing something different, why creators have to keep trying even when the people around them don't understand the vision, and why he believes the world needs more people creating and fewer people simply consuming. He also shares Banana Ball's enormous goal of creating one billion fans, one fan at a time. Then Chris asks one of The Chris & Sandy Show's longtime questions: People see the glory, but what don't they see about the grind?Jesse's answer gets personal. He talks about sleepless nights, waking up thinking about problems that need solving, carrying responsibility for hundreds of employees and fans, raising three young children, and why his wife is the rock of both their family and the organization. Jesse TranscriptThey also talk about questioning the way things have always been done, being willing to fail while attempting the impossible, and why—even after everything Banana Ball has already accomplished—Jesse believes “we're just getting started.” This marks Chris's second conversation with Jesse Cole, roughly eight years after their first.The Chris & Sandy Show — Same Show. New Chapter.

Tony Scalzo of Fastball joins The Chris & Sandy Show for an honest conversation about songwriting, touring, success, ego, collaboration, music discovery, and staying grounded.Tony reflects on Fastball’s early discipline, the unseen grind behind touring, meeting Rudy Sarzo, attending the US Festival, and why remembering who you are matters more than fame.

Known around the world for her years on MTV's Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness, Chanel West Coast has spent much of her career entertaining audiences with her humor, personality, and music. While many first discovered her through television and later through hip-hop, she is now writing an entirely new chapter as a country artist, embracing a sound that blends country, rock, and modern pop while remaining rooted in honest storytelling. Her transition has introduced longtime fans to a different side of her—one centered not on reinvention for reinvention's sake, but on finding where she believes her voice truly belongs.This conversation goes far beyond discussing a new album. Chanel opens up about losing her father, becoming a mother, redefining success, handling public criticism, balancing faith in the entertainment industry, and discovering that some of life's greatest setbacks become unexpected blessings. Rather than simply documenting another career move, the interview reveals the person behind the public image and offers timeless lessons about resilience, purpose, family, and trusting life's unexpected turns. For longtime fans and first-time listeners alike, it provides an authentic look at an artist continuing to grow both

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show, we sit down with rising artist Mattie Pruitt, who captured national attention as a Top 7 finalist on American Idol at just 16 years old.From growing up in a small Tennessee town to performing in front of millions, Mattie shares what that journey has really been like—and what people don’t see behind the scenes.We talk about her experience on American Idol, the pressure of being a young artist in today’s world, and how she handles criticism and online negativity. Mattie also opens up about the sacrifices she’s had to make, the importance of mindset, and the moment her faith became real to her.She also shares insight into her music, including her recent release “Hit The Road,” and what’s next as her career continues to grow.This conversation is a reminder that success isn’t just about talent—it’s about resilience, identity, and staying grounded in who you are.If you enjoy real, in-depth conversations with artists and creators, be sure to subscribe and follow The Chris & Sandy Show.