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The Country Heat Weekly podcast, hosted by Kelly Sutton and Amber Anderson, brings Amazon Music's Country Heat playlist to life. Every week Kelly and Amber deliver the vibrant world of country from Nashville to Austin and beyond – entertaining listeners with today's top tracks, sharing country music news, sitting down with beloved artists, celebrating country music history, and highlighting future stars.
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Jason Kerepesi & Paul Ghiglieri discuss every aspect of Pearl Jam's music and the bands and communities they inspire. New episodes every Tuesday! Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Email Us Join the PJ Pod community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Y'all better buckle up because this week on Country Heat Weekly, we're sittin' down with Koe Wetzel! The Pittsburg, Texas native takes us on a wild ride through his musical journey as he reflects on his football days, rowdy times on the road, and finding his sound. Of course, Kelly and Amber also dig into his brand-new album, "9 Lives." You may thi…
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Jason and Paul welcome rocker Tim Montana to the show to discuss his heavy new album Savage as well as his serendipitous transition from the country scene in Nashville. Tim also discusses his how his upbringing without electricity and and his special bond with military veterans has helped shape him and his music. A great guy with some powerful musi…
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We're celebrating the release of Avery Anna's 2nd album with a bonus encore. First we'll peek into the new project, "Breakup Over Breakfast" and then we'll revisit our Season 3 Chat with Avery which includes her Arizona upbringing and an embarrassing encounter with Shania Twain. Kelly and Amber take you behind the scenes of a special release party …
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Jason and Paul revisit their latest series called LP2EP whereby they make hard choices and carefully distill each album into an EP. For the second installment their Patrons have chosen Riot Act. The guys also discuss the state of the band as it regards to their health after three concerts were cancelled and address the theory by a segment of the Pe…
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Kelly and Amber have star spangled recaps of 4th of July Celebrations from coast to coast, including performances from Chris Young, Willie Nelson, Lainey Wilson and more! Plus eavesdrop on Kelly's chat with Kelsea Ballerini to get the backstory on her duet with Noah Kahan and the scoop on when to expect her upcoming album. Next Week on Country Heat…
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Jason and Paul return to their Write Your Own PJ Song series -- this time utilizing the lyirics from 2020's Gigaton. The exercise, as always, is to scour the album for lyrics that when put together create a new song or prose that helps to define the what the album is about. Plus the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week return with River Cross. Please con…
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This encore episode features Tim McGraw in the studio discussing his brand-new album, Standing Room Only. Eavesdrop on this wide open conversation about the music business, his new album, and what life looks like at home for Tim and his wife, Faith Hill now that they're empty nesters. He even got a geography lesson from our hosts! In addition to ca…
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Jason and Paul welcome acclaimed graphic artist and cartoonist, Ward Sutton, to the program to talk about his success as a political cartoonist as well his alter ego for The Onion, Stan Kelly. Oh - and of course - Ward will illuminate the guys on the stories behind some of his most iconic gig posters for Mudhoney and Pearl Jam. Please consider dona…
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We're hitting you with a wave of nostalgia as Sam Hunt joins us live from CMA Fest! We take a walk down memory lane while Sam tells us all about his transition from college football star to highly accredited songwriter to country music superstar. Plus, Sam opens up about what life looks like now as a husband and father of two. Kelly and Amber get s…
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Jason and Paul welcome photographer and filmmaker, Chris Cuffaro, to the show to chat about his 50+ years in the business shooting musicians, athletes, models, actors, and more. The discussion weaves through Chris's career story after anecdote focusing on pictures of Soundgarden, Jane's Addiction, and Pearl Jam in the early 90s. Chris tells the guy…
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Eavesdrop on old friends as Carly Pearce steps into the Center Stage Spotlight with a live audience. Fresh off the release of her stellar new album "Hummingbird" Carly reveals the back stories on song creation and the behind the scenes magic on the cover art. Plus she shares what Tim McGraw is REALLY like on tour and a special moment with Faith Hil…
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Jason and Paul welcome back to the show veteran engineer and mixer, Brett Eliason, to talk about the first leg of the Dark Matter Tour bootlegs. Brett also discusses advancements in mastering, studio plugins, and how to record at home properly and (relatively) cost efficiently. Please consider donating to our June 2024 fundraiser benefitting The Tr…
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In the first of four live tapings from CMA Fest, Thomas Rhett spills the tea on his upcoming new album "For A Woman." From the writing to the recording to when he lets his wife hear the music, Kelly and Amber get all the scoop - including why TR can't coach his daughters' sports teams and why Lauren is a super hero. Pre-Save "For A Woman" on Amazon…
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Jason and Paul welcome Instagram and TikTok star, Jacob Givens, to the show to discuss his sudden fame creating videos around his favorite music from the 90s, his struggle as an actor in Hollywood, and where it all began. Not to mention the genesis of his love for Smashing Pumpkins, nearly messing up his meeting with Billy Corgan, and accepting a b…
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Ready or not, CMA Fest 2024 is here! Kelly and Amber have some inside scoop on Nissan Stadium performances, and how you can join our LIVE podcast tapings! Plus go behind the scenes of a very special night with Kelsea Ballerini and Trisha Yearwood, and check out new releases from Kameron Marlowe, Terri Clark and Chris Housman. See Privacy Policy at …
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Jason welcomes singer/songwriter, Jonny Polonsky, to the show to discuss his new record, and first on Loosegroove Records, Supernatural Radio. They also chat about Jonny's now power trio with Mathias Wakrat and Rage Against the Machine's Tim Commerford, 7D7D. The conversation digs into Jonny's career that has had its ups and downs, what he gets out…
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It's almost time for Country Music's Biggest Party - CMA Fest! To get you ready for our live series from Fan Fair X, we're bringing you an encore of last year's live episode with Brothers Osborne! You'll laugh a LOT, we promise. If you are in town for CMA Fest 2024 don't miss Country Heat Weekly LIVE Tapings with Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett, Carly Pearc…
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Jason and Paul reminisce and analyze the two Pearl Jam shows at The Forum in Los Angeles on the Dark Matter tour. Then they dip back into their Playlist series and choose the songs they'd add to a mix fit for the road (something many Pearl Jam fans are doing right now). All that and Lyric and Live Cut of the Week returns featuring Strangest Tribe. …
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We're back in Nashville and brought SO many exclusive interviews from backstage at the ACM Awards with us! We got to hug Lainey Wilson moments after her historic win for Entertainer of the Year, talk to Chris and Morgane Stapleton about their partnership, and check in with Dan + Shay about reclaiming their Duo of the Year title. That just scratches…
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Jason and Paul welcome Dave Krusen to the show to chat about drumming, moving back to Seattle, the differences between Candlebox and Pearl Jam, and, of course, all things Ten. The guys also go deep into Dave's feelings on watching Pearl Jam's ascension to legend status...then joining them at the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame culminating with his return…
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Everything you need to know about Country Music's Party of the Year! Kelly and Amber are podcasting deep in the heart of Texas for the 59th ACM Awards - hosted by Reba McEntire. Listen as they chat with nominees, performers and early winners ahead of Thursday night's Awards! Plus get a sneak peek at performances from Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Thom…
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Jason and Paul complete their series in which they go back in time and - given the chance - pick the third (and possibly last) single from each album. If you're interested in checking out the previous two episodes in this series scroll back to episodes 191 and 197. We are also kicking off our Fundraising Tour of 2024. First up in May is Mental Heal…
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With just a week to go until the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards, Kelly and Amber are gearing up for the big event the best way they know how - by chatting with this year's host, Reba McEntire! What kind of "Fancy" outfits will this country queen bring to the stage this year? What will her performance look like? Are the nerves kicking in yet? …
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Jason and Paul complete their review of Pearl Jam's Dark Matter with a spirited discussion of Side B of the record. Jason also takes time to address his opinion on Won't Tell at the outset. And the guys give their bold predictions for the Dark Matter tour. Become a Patron Watch Us on YouTube Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on…
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Kelly and Amber are back from Stagecoach and brought a wagon load of exclusive interviews with them! When will we get new music from Hardy? What's Miranda Lambert's take on the Music Industry? What does Wiz Khalfia think about country music? They'll answer all of those questions and more as they recap California's Country Music Festival. See Privac…
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Jason and Paul review Side A of Pearl Jam's 12th studio album, Dark Matter. From the music to the lyrical themes, production and collaborative process with producer Andrew Watt the guys analyze, critique and ultimately score the record's first five songs...and not without some controversy. Become a Patron Watch Us on YouTube Follow Us on Instagram …
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The list of things we have to talk about with Jelly Roll is LONG: His first trip to Stagecoach. Collaborating with T-Pain for Amazon Music. Honoring a country music legend. The four ACM Awards Nominations he forgets he has. Rodeos. Tattoos. Headlining Madison Square Garden. Pull up a chair and put on your comfy slippers (like Jelly!) to listen in a…
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Jason and Paul welcome artist Alexandr Gnezdilov to the show to discuss his approach to art utilizing light and a his camera. All of this leads to how he created the artwork for Pearl Jam's 12th studio album Dark Matter. We also learn how the band found Alex in the first place. An illuminating episode to be sure! Check out Alexandr's work HERE. Bec…
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Did you miss us? Because we missed you! Kelly and Amber are BACK in the Country Heat house in Nashville for Season 5! We dig into Beyoncé's just-released "Cowboy Carter" album and the impact it's making for Black country artists. We also explore Amazon Music's new "Bonfire" playlist and hear Darius Rucker's response to some of our burning questions…
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Jason and Paul welcome the owner of the legendary Easy Street Records in West Seattle, Matt Vaughan, to the show to talk about the history of vinyl in Seattle, his professional journey in the music industry, and the state of the independent record store in 2024. That, plus much more including spirited discussion of Pearl Jam's new record, Dark Matt…
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Jason and Paul welcome Richard Stuverud to the show to discuss all things music in his world from his past solo records to his upcoming solo record, playing music with his son, and honoring his late father. Richard also details his longtime friendship with Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament, those times he filled in for a COVID-stricken Matt Cameron, and…
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Jason and Paul welcome WFPK radio host and renowned interviewer and host of the podcast "Kyle Meredith With...", Kyle Meredith, to the show. The guys discuss Kyle's meteoric rise through radio's professional ladder, sneaking backstage to meet Mike McCready and what Stone Gossard has told him about Dark Matter and Pearl Jam's future plans. Become a …
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Jason and Paul debut a new series called LP2EP where they're forced to make tough choices...trimming Pearl Jam records down from an LP to an EP. What songs do you keep? What songs do you cut? And how do you sequence them? That and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Don't Gimme No Lip. Become a Patron Watch Us on YouTube Follow Us on Instagram Fol…
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