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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. And, don't forget to visit us at pitchlistpodcast.com.

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 behind-the-scenes content and performances. Thanks for listening!

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Welcome to Season 2 of Pitch List! To celebrate the start of the season, 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 they each found their place in commercial music as multitalented artists and writers. And, don’t forget to go to pitchlistpodcast.com or visit us on social media to watch the performances from this episode.

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.

For the season 1 finale of Pitch List, Chris sits down at the Noelle Hotel downtown to talk with the one and only Lori McKenna. Lori is a back-to-back Grammy Award winning songwriter and has written hits for giant artists such as Faith and Tim, Little Big Town, Hunter Hayes and more. Listen on to hear her story, what it’s like to be a parent in the songwriting business, and why she thinks her job is the greatest in the world. Lori’s new album, The Tree, comes out July 20th – preorder your copy now!

Now that the craziness of CMA Fest is over, Chris sits down with up-and-coming artist Steve Moakler for a chat down by Music Row. But although Steve is a relatively new artist, don't let that fool you - he's also a veteran songwriter, having penned hits for Dierks Bentley, Ben Rector, Jake Owen and more. Listen on to hear Steve talk about building birdhouses, being out on the road, and his new album, "Born Ready", dropping this Friday June 15th. 

This week, Chris sits down at the studio with Grammy-nominated songwriter and country artist Deric Ruttan. He has not only written hits for artists such as Dierks Bentley, Blake Shelton, Eric Church and more, but also regularly tours in Canada to support his own albums. Listen on to hear Deric and Chris remember what it's like to be new in Nashville, and debate everything from target writing to the lucky "15-minute song".

She may not be a songwriter, but Missi Gallimore is the woman behind so many of your favorite country songs. She not only discovered hits such as "Blue Ain't Your Color", "Humble and Kind" and "Breathe", but also owns her own publishing company, Song Garden, and a popular coffee shop in Franklin, TN (Coffee and Coconuts).  Listen on to hear this A&R genius share some wisdom with us songwriters in this episode.

What's better than a husband and wife songwriting team?  This week, Chris interviews his wife Aimee Mayo, Grammy-nominated and #1 hit writer.  They dive into Aimee's past and her father's songwriting influence, and talk about one of her most recent cuts on Caitlyn Smith's new album.  Bonus: have a laugh hearing about the time they wrote with Aimee's childhood crush Rick Springfield!

We welcome another writer/artist back on Pitch List! This week, Drake White talks with Chris about his connection to fire and the art of conversation, his Alabama/blues roots, and his upcoming record. Listen to the end to hear how getting fired from a construction working job led him to his commitment of music.

This week, the great Barry Dean joins Chris in the studio for the first episode of the year! He reminisces on first coming to Nashville (including flying in for the sole purpose of having coffee with Tom Douglas), and gives us an inside look on how two of his biggest hits, "Day Drinking" and "Girls Chase Boys" were shaped in the writer's room.  Plus: learn how Barry almost learned Portuguese to become a Brazilian pop musician.

Capping off this year with a little holiday message from Chris. We'll be back in January with brand new episodes and all your favorite writers and artists. Don't forget to leave us a 5-star rating and review here in iTunes and tweet us a screenshot for your chance to win some awesome Bose wireless headphones! Thanks so much for listening, and see you in the new year! -Chris Lindsey and all of us at Pitch List

“Sometimes magic does happen. That’s what keeps us coming back,” this week’s guest, Brett Beavers, tells us. After moving to town years ago in lieu of a professional bass fishing career, Brett now has Nashville wrapped around his finger. He has not only toured with Martina McBride and Lee Ann Womack, but has also written and produced several hits for Dierks Bentley along the way. Take a listen as Chris and Brett talk about what it really takes to write one of those coveted magic songs.

This week, Chris welcomes a very special guest into Aimeeland Studios. Malibu girl Colbie Caillat rose to success in her hometown on MySpace over ten years ago; now, she’s officially living here in town and ready to take the Nashville world by storm. Colbie shows Pitch List a fresh perspective as an artist/writer and the struggle to stay true to yourself in the music business.