Best Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 236 - THE SECRET SISTERS ("All the Ways") 1:21:21

42m ago1:21:21

1:21:21

Two-time Grammy nominated duo The Secret Sisters (Laura Rogers and Lydia Slagle) join us to chat about their development as songwriters and reaching new creative heights with their latest album. PART ONE: Scott and Paul chat about Scott's recent trip to see Norah Jones and Lake Street Dive perform at Red Rocks and discuss the ways concerts have cha…

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Ep. 235 - CHARLIE PEACOCK ("Every Heartbeat") 1:09:16

14d ago1:09:16

1:09:16

GRAMMY-winning producer, artist, and songwriter Charlie Peacock defies categorization. Paul chats with him about everything from his early days on the Norther California jazz scene, to writing hits for the Christian music world, to producing everyone from the Civil Wars to Switchfoot. PART ONE: Scott and Paul talk about aging, the Rolling Stones co…

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Ep. 234 - MADELEINE PEYROUX ("Don't Wait Too Long") 1:12:30

29d ago1:12:30

1:12:30

Acclaimed genre-crossing songwriter and interpreter Madeleine Peyroux takes stock of her songwriting over the years and shares insights into the creation of her latest album. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk music books, the value of recording, and whether or not performers should stick to a strict or loose interpretation of a song when performing live…

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Ep. 233 - BRUCE HORNSBY ("The Way It Is") 1:20:47

1M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Three-time GRAMMY winner and musical omnivore Bruce Hornsby chats about his wide-ranging career, from pop to bluegrass to jazz! PART ONE: Paul and Scott talk about their Instagram, a wild Genesis fact, and more. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Bruce Hornsby ABOUT BRUCE HORNSBY: Thirteen-time Grammy nominee and three-time winner Bruce Horns…

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Ep. 232 - RACHEL PLATTEN ("Fight Song") 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

You might know Rachel Platten for the wildly successful "Fight Song," but she's in the middle of a renaissance that's bringing her artistry into a new era. PART ONE: Paul and Scott give their unfiltered responses to the new-ish 4-part Stax Records documentary streaming on Max. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Rachel Platten. ABOUT RACHEL PL…

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Ep. 231 - JUDAH AKERS of Judah & the Lion ("Take it All Back") 58:55

2M ago58:55

58:55

Nashville-based platinum-selling indie artist Judah Akers of Judah & the Lion goes deep on the five stages of grief and finding beauty in the midst of pain. PART ONE Paul and Scott dive deep on how Nashville has transformed into a very different kind of "Music City USA." PART TWO Our in-depth conversation with Judah Akers ABOUT JUDAH AKERS Judah Ak…

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Ep. 230 - CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON ("The Day I Die") 1:23:17

3M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

With an ACM Top New Female Vocalist win and nearly 20 Canadian Country Music Awards, the chart-topping Carolyn Dawn Johnson chats about everything from her songwriting successes to her artist career to her co-writing with Chris Stapleton. PART ONE Paul and Scott dive deep on their opinions about the recently-announced Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induc…

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Ep. 229 - DREW HOLCOMB ("American Beauty") 1:17:56

4M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Folkie Americana indie hero Drew Holcomb joins us to chat about the songwriting process and which of his songs he's not a fan of! PART ONE Scott and Paul debrief the experience of recently seeing the 74-year-old Bruce Springsteen perform with the energy of a teenager PART TWO Our in-depth conversation with Drew Holcomb ABOUT DREW HOLCOMB Memphis na…

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Ep. 228 - NICKEL CREEK ("Celebrants") 1:11:11

4M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

Grammy winners and astonishingly fabulous musicians Chris Thile, Sean Watkins, and Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek join us to chat about their fresh approach to songwriting on their most recent album, Celebrants. PART ONE Paul and Scott chat about musical virtuosity, Beyonce, Ricky Skaggs, and the blending of musical genres. PART TWO Our in-depth conv…

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Ep. 227 - ALAN BERGMAN ("The Way We Were") 1:12:50

4M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Ninety-eight-year-old Songwriters Hall of Famer Alan Bergman chats with us about a wide-ranging career that started with Johnny Mercer and continues to today. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk about the Abba Voyage virtual concert and scare themselves with the possibilities of digital technology. PART TWO Our in-depth interview with Alan Bergman ABOUT A…

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Ep. 226 - NORAH JONES ("Come Away with Me") + profile on Tish Melton 1:30:31

5M ago1:30:31

1:30:31

SUMMARY: Norah Jones joins us to chat about her new album Visions and the evolution of her songwriting since she took the world by storm in 2002. Afterward, stick around for a very special conversation with Tish Melton. The 18-year-old songwriter discusses her new Brandi-Carlile produced EP and more. PART ONE: Paul and Scott reflect on Norah Jones'…

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Ep. 225 - CHARLIE STARR of Blackberry Smoke ("Dig a Hole") 1:19:21

5M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

Blackberry Smoke frontman and primary songwriter Charlie Starr goes deep on his music's Southern roots and wide-ranging appeal. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk Pearl Jam's new single, how travel defines fanhood, and why Blackberry Smoke are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to playing live. PART TWO Our in-depth interview with Charlie Starr AB…

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Ep. 224 - BOBBY RUSH ("Chicken Heads") 1:22:25

6M ago1:22:25

1:22:25

90-year-old blues legend Bobby Rush joins us for a wide-ranging and revealing conversation about songwriting, music, life, and so much more! PART ONE: Scott and Paul chat about Scott's experiences at the Grammy awards, including running into Ted Danson, Jason Isbell, Verdine White, and others. Plus seeing the Killer Mike drama go down and getting s…

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Ep. 223 - DUFF McKAGAN of Guns N' Roses ("Civil War") 1:19:36

6M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Duff McKagan, best known as a member of Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver, talks about writing songs with his legendary bandmates, a few of his various side projects, and his genre-spanning recent album, Lighthouse. PART ONE Scott and Paul shout out some Patreon supporters and reflect on the small handful of artists who, l…

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Ep. 222 - AUDLEY FREED ("Peace Pipe") 1:31:34

7M ago1:31:34

1:31:34

SUMMARY: Audley Freed founded the band Cry of Love before going on to become a well-known guitarist for the Black Crowes, the Dixie Chicks, Sheryl Crow, and many others. He sits down with Songcraft at his Nashville home to go deep on his own fandom, the kind of musician he tries to be, and how his riffs have kickstarted some great songs. PART ONE: …

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Ep. 221 - JD SOUTHER ("The Best of My Love") 1:40:09

7M ago1:40:09

1:40:09

SUMMARY: Songwriters Hall of Famer JD Souther joins Scott and Paul for an in-depth interview to kick off the New Year! PART ONE: Paul and Scott welcome two very special guests (ages 8 and 5) to help set the tone for the new year. Plus they reveal the clever message a listener sent in to win the Stax Christmas LP from the last episode. PART TWO: Our…

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Ep. 220 - STAX CHRISTMAS with Deanie Parker, William Bell, and Carla Thomas 1:11:48

8M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

SUMMARY In this very special holiday episode of Songcraft, we're taking it back to Christmas at Stax, featuring conversations with some of the luminaries of the storied Memphis label that dominated Southern soul music in the 1960s and 70s. You'll hear from Deanie Parker, William Bell, and Carla Thomas as we celebrate the season and close the book o…

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Ep. 219 - PETER CASE ("A Million Miles Away") 1:12:56

8M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

SUMMARY: Two-time Grammy nominee and acclaimed singer-songwriter Peter Case joins Songcraft to talk about his wide-ranging career. PART ONE: Scott and Paul chat about instruments that are nearly as famous as their players. PART TWO: Our in-depth interview with Peter Case ABOUT PETER CASE: Two-time Grammy nominee Peter Case made a name for himself i…

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Ep. 218 - GAVIN ROSSDALE of Bush ("Glycerine") 1:23:51

9M ago1:23:51

1:23:51

SUMMARY: Bush front man Gavin Rossdale joins to chat about the band's first career-spanning compilation as he looks back on all the classic songs. PART ONE: This is a long one that covers Scott's eyewitness account of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Paul's experience at U2's Sphere show, and the guys' thoughts on new music from the…

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Ep. 217 - DAVE BARNES ("God Gave Me You") 1:23:58

9M ago1:23:58

1:23:58

SUMMARY: Grammy-nominated artist and songwriter Dave Barnes joins us to chat about his recording career, his hits for other artists, and his latest album that was inspired from an entire year listening to nothing but the Beatles PART ONE: Scott and Paul talk about concept albums and reveal their favorites PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Da…

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Ep. 216 - NATALIE MERCHANT ("Kind & Generous") 1:16:07

10M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

SUMMARY: Celebrated songwriter Natalie Merchant chats about her songwriting, from her days fronting 10,000 Maniacs up to her most recent album, Keep Your Courage. PART ONE: Were the Lilith Fair-era 1990s the best time for women in music? Scott and Paul discuss. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with the legendary Natalie Merchant ABOUT: Natalie M…

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Ep. 215 - JOSH RITTER ("Getting Ready to Get Down") 1:25:13

10M ago1:25:13

1:25:13

Summary: Josh Ritter, named one of the "100 Greatest Living Songwriters" by Paste magazine, dives deep with Scott on the evolution of his songwriting and the boundaries he pushed on his most recent album. Part One: Scott and Paul talk about politicians who play music. Because SOMEONE needs to talk about it! Part Two: Scott's in-depth conversation w…

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Ep. 214 - PAUL STANLEY of KISS ("Rock and Roll All Nite") 1:10:57

11M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

SUMMARY: You wanted the best, you got the best! Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Paul Stanley of KISS joins Songcraft to talk about his long and diverse career through the lens of his role as a songwriter. PART ONE: Paul and Scott talk about musicians who adopt personas, how KISS seems to have the best timing of any musical group of all time, and their re…

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Ep. 213 - DEANIE PARKER ("Ain't That a Lot of Love") 1:28:54

11M ago1:28:54

1:28:54

SUMMARY Stax Records legend Deanie Parker talks about writing songs for Otis Redding, Albert King, William Bell, and Carla Thomas, dives deep on what made the Stax environment so special, and shines a light on the recently-released box sets of forgotten Stax songwriter demos. PART ONE Scott and Paul discuss the wild story behind the monumental box …

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Ep. 212 - ZACH WILLIAMS of The Lone Bellow 1:16:37

11M ago1:16:37

1:16:37

SUMMARY: Zach Williams of The Lone Bellow chats about his songwriting development and the band's latest album, Love Songs for Losers PART ONE: Scott and Paul dive deep on the evolution of George Michael's "Careless Whisper" and the role that production plays in presenting a great song. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Zach Williams of The L…

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Ep. 211 - RACHAEL & VILRAY ("Do Friends in Fall in Love?") 1:19:21

1y ago1:19:21

1:19:21

SUMMARY: Lake Street Dive's Rachael Price and composer/guitarist Vilray discuss their dynamic duo that preserves the spirit of the Great American Songbook with original music. PART ONE: Scott tells a story about a bad demo that helped him learn an important lesson. Then Paul introduces a pop quiz to identify songs solely based on their drum intros.…

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Ep. 210 - ASHLEY GORLEY ("Last Night") 1:19:42

1y ago1:19:42

1:19:42

SUMMARY: We chat with Ashley Gorley who, with more #1 singles than any writer in any genre, is the reigning king of country music songwriters. PART ONE: Paul and Scott discuss the state of contemporary country music, the way the genre has come to dominate the pop chart, and the rapidly-changing nature of what's the most popular song at any given mo…

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Ep. 209 - KEVIN CRONIN of REO Speedwagon ("Can't Fight This Feeling") 1:52:48

1y ago1:52:48

1:52:48

SUMMARY: REO Speedwagon's Kevin Cronin sits down in person with Scott and Paul for an amazingly in-depth conversation about his career and his legendary songs "Roll with the Changes," "Time for Me to Fly," "Keep on Loving You," and "Can't Fight This Feeling," and more! PART ONE: Paul and Scott talk about the resurgence of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car,…

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Ep. 208 - DAVID SHAW of The Revivalists ("Wish I Knew You") 58:49

1y ago58:49

58:49

SUMMARY David Shaw, lead singer and one of the primary songwriters of the New Orleans-based band The Revivalists joins us to talk about the band's history, their three #1 Billboard singles, the times they opened for The Rolling Stones, and their new album, Pour it Out Into the Night. PART ONE Paul and Scott offer up opportunities for song critiques…

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Ep. 207 - GRAHAM NASH ("Our House") 1:05:42

1y ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Summary: Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Graham Nash joins us to talk about CSN, his solo career, and his most recent album. Part One: Joe Biden and Donald Trump are the two oldest presidents in American history. And it looks like they might square off once again in a contest of the aged. But guess which rock stars are older than our oldest presidents? S…

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Ep. 206 - MATT MAHER ("Lord, I Need You") 1:13:18

1y ago1:13:18

1:13:18

SUMMARY: With nine Grammy nominations and a GMA Dove Award for Songwriter of the Year, Matt Maher is one of the leading songwriters in contemporary Christian music. He joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, collaboration, and and his evolving career. PART ONE: Paul and Scott talk about the recent Ed Sheeran copyright infringemen…

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Ep. 205 - DUSTY SLAY ("We're Havin' a Good Time!") 1:10:10

1y ago1:10:10

1:10:10

Summary: Why the heck are we having comedian on Songcraft? Part One: Paul and Scott chat about comedy, fandom, and the great Willie Nelson Part Two: Our in-depth conversation with the very funny Dusty Slay About Dusty Slay: Comedian Dusty Slay hasn’t written a song that you’ve heard, but he’s written a lot of jokes, and a lot of those jokes are abo…

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ICYMI | Gospel with Cece Winans 49:23

1+ y ago49:23

49:23

Cece Winans, one of most awarded Gospel female artists of all time, talks to Kevin about her music, her faith, and the first she time met the late, great Whitney Houston.

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Ep. 204 - DAR WILLIAMS ("The Beauty of the Rain") 1:24:56

1+ y ago1:24:56

1:24:56

SUMMARY Our guest is author, educator, and celebrated singer-songwriter Dar Williams who emerged from the vibrant mid-90’s Boston scene that included Patty Griffith, Melissa Ferrick, Throwing Muses, Vance Gilbert, and Jonatha Brooke. Dar has now recorded more than a dozen studio albums, and recently released the book How to Write a Song That Matter…

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Victoria Shaw's Rise to Fame: From Open Mic Nights to Grammy-Winning Success 1:03:50

1+ y ago1:03:50

1:03:50

From her early days performing at open mic nights to discovering and developing the Grammy-winning group Lady A, Victoria Shaw shares her incredible musical journey. Follow us on Instagram @legendarythepodcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Defying the Odds: Mandy Harvey's Inspiring Journey as a Deaf Singer 53:19

1+ y ago53:19

53:19

I’m joined by the incredible Mandy Harvey, a deaf singer who has defied the odds with her beautiful voice. We discussed her diagnosis, self-discovery, and growth, as well as her father's support in reigniting her passion. Mandy became a professional singer despite her hearing loss and shared her story on America's Got Talent. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Ep. 203 - CHRIS SHIFLETT of Foo Fighters ("West Coast Town") 1:08:50

1+ y ago1:08:50

1:08:50

Summary: Our guest is Chris Shiflett, Foo Fighters guitarist, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, 12-time Grammy winner, and solo artist named "Americana's biggest rock star" by Rolling Stone. Part One: Scott & Paul talk about country crossover and why Halloween's no fun at the Duncan house Part Two: Our in-depth interview with Chris Shiflett About Chris Sh…

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ICYMI | Unlocking Musical Success: Getting To Know Papa Jonas 1:21:07

1+ y ago1:21:07

1:21:07

ICYMI | Olivia Somerlyn interviews Kevin in this special episode.

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Riding the Music Waves: Levi Hummon's Journey from Nashville Roots to TikTok Success 53:15

1+ y ago53:15

53:15

Get inspired by Levi Hummon's journey - from growing up in Nashville with a Hall of Fame songwriter father and a preacher mother to finding his own path in music.

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Ep. 202 - BRENT SMITH of Shinedown ("Second Chance") 1:11:29

1+ y ago1:11:29

1:11:29

Brent Smith is known as one of the best voices in rock thanks to his work as the lead singer, primary lyricist, and contributing songwriter to the band Shinedown. Formed in Jacksonville, Florida, Shinedown has gone on to land 30 singles in the Top 5 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart. With 18 of those songs reaching the top spot, the band holds t…

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20 Years of Busted: A Musical Journey 56:40

1+ y ago56:40

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Join us in celebrating Busted's 20-year journey in the UK music industry and the lasting influence of the band's music.

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From Small Town Roots to Songwriting Stardom: A Conversation with Hall of Famer Tim Nichols 53:27

1+ y ago53:27

53:27

Join Kevin as we discover more about Tim Nichols' inspiring journey, his collaborations with renowned artists, and his timeless compositions that have captivated audiences worldwide.

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Ep. 201 - ROBERT DE LEO of Stone Temple Pilots ("Interstate Love Song") 1:06:17

1+ y ago1:06:17

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We're joined by Grammy winner Robert De Leo, who is best known for his work in Stone Temple Pilots. Collaborating with lyricist and vocalist Scott Weiland, Robert wrote or co-wrote the music for many of the group’s classic songs, including “Plush,” “Creep,” “Wicked Garden,” “Vaseline,” “Interstate Love Song,” “Big Bang Baby,” “Down,” “Hollywood Bit…

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Advice from Kevin Jonas Sr. for Aspiring Musicians 21:18

1+ y ago21:18

21:18

Kevin takes a trip down memory lane to reflect on the Jonas Brothers' successful career and upcoming residency at the Marquee Theatre in New York.

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The Impact of Fandom: A Look at the Jonas Brothers and Their Fans 1:14:46

1+ y ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Get ready to be immersed in the world of the Jonas Brothers and their passionate fan base!

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ICYMI - Audition Advice With Joe Jonas 1:13:30

1+ y ago1:13:30

1:13:30

Kevin talks with his son Joe about the first time he sang, his love of Fleetwood Mac, and what not to do during an audition.

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The Music Row Freakshow: Breaking Down Barriers in Songwriting 57:34

1+ y ago57:34

57:34

Discover the Music Row Freak Show, a songwriter's event that has been taking place in Nashville by storm since 2014.

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The Ultimate Fan Experience: A Q&A with Kevin Jonas Sr. 22:39

1+ y ago22:39

22:39

The patriarch of the Jonas family sits down to answer fan-submitted questions.

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The Art of Music Direction with Super Bowl Music Director Adam Blackstone 48:53

1+ y ago48:53

48:53

In honor of the Super Bowl this weekend, we're spotlighting Kevin's recent interview with Super Bowl Music Director, Adam Blackstone! Adam is an award winning music director and musician who has worked with some of the world's biggest talent, including Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Eminem, Questlove, Maroon 5, Nicki Minaj, and Dr. Dre. He talk…

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From LeAnn Rimes to 'Dirty Dancing': Mike Curb's Impact on Music | Part II 54:36

1+ y ago54:36

54:36

Join Kevin for the second part of his conversation with Mike Curb of Curb Records

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