Pitch List
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 96 ratingsBased in Nashville, TN, #1 songwriter Chris Lindsey (Every Time I Hear That Song" / Blake Shelton, "Poison and Wine" / The Civil Wars) has set out to discover what makes creative people tick. Starting with what he knows - writing - and branching out to various aspects of the music industry, Pitch List dives deep into the heart of why making music is so magical, mysterious and captivating.
Join us for organic conversations with some of music's hit songwriters and artists at the top of our Pitch List.
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Ep 84: Martina McBride
June 23, 2022 04:00 - 53 minutes - 61.6 MBThis week, Chris sits down for a conversation in the studio with one of his dream guests since the very start of Pitch List: Martina McBride! The 14 time Grammy nominee is the definition of female country music for her generation. She’s cut hit after hit and sold out arenas across the country, all the while pulling off an impossible feat - recording songs with substance and meaning, and making them massive commercial successes. Jump in to hear the incredible music journey she’s been through ...
Ep 83: Jim Ed Norman
May 26, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBThis week, Chris sits down with Grammy award-winning, absolute legend Jim Ed Norman! From his start in the 70s as a composer, arranger, conductor + player on The Eagles' iconic "Desperado" and "Hotel California" records, to his work as an A&R man / label head at Warner Nashville and Curb Records putting artists like Faith Hill and Randy Travis on the map, Jim Ed's career is one of the most eclectic we've seen. He was one of the first Nashville execs to work towards signing more Black artists...
Ep 82: Vanessa Carlton
May 12, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 54.6 MBIn a brand new episode of Pitch List, Chris invites Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Vanessa Carlton on the show! Vanessa’s creative journey has brought her all over the map - from her roots as a ballet dancer, to starring on Broadway, to signing her first publishing deal at 18 years old before her explosive debut single “A Thousand Miles” soared to the top of the Billboard charts. Since then, she’s come into her own as an artist, gradually moving away from mainstream pop, and into more ex...
Ep 81: Ian Fitchuk
April 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBCalling in from LA, Chris meets up on Zoom this week with 2x Grammy award-winner Ian Fitchuk! Ian’s what you’d call a triple threat - a boundary-pushing writer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. You might recognize him as one of the minds behind Kacey Musgraves’ critically acclaimed album, “Golden Hour”, alongside our S4 alum Daniel Tashian; but Ian’s career stretches far beyond this. He moves flawlessly through a genre-bending range of artists, from mainstream country and Americana acts l...
Ep 80: Sasha Alex Sloan
April 14, 2022 04:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThis week, Chris sits down in the studio with indie pop singer/songwriter Sasha Alex Sloan. Aside from her wildly successful artist career (she currently clocks in at over 9 million monthly Spotify listeners), she’s also written tunes for Carly Pearce, Meghan Trainor, Katy Perry, P!nk, Charli XCX, and many more! If you’re not familiar, her music is lyrically poignant, confessional, and emotionally stunning all wrapped up in tight pop production. In this episode, she and Chris talk about impo...
Ep 79: Luke Laird
March 31, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBTo kick off Season 5, we invited the iconic writer/producer Luke Laird to join us on the show. It’s safe to say that Luke is a Music Row powerhouse. Over the last decade, he’s written 24 No. 1 country singles, earned two GRAMMY wins for writing and producing for Kacey Musgraves, and co-founded publishing company Creative Nation with his wife, Beth. You’re going to want to take notes on this one. Get ready for his tips on getting the best song out of a co-write with an artist, insight into ho...
Minisode: Song Contest Winners (Mike Cali, Daniel Leathersich)
December 02, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBEarlier this year, we had a chance to listen to YOUR songs through our summer song contest on Instagram. Today, we're excited to present a special Pitch List minisode featuring the co-winners of that contest! Check it out to hear from Mike Cali and Daniel Leathersitch on their music journeys so far; plus, we'll take a listen to the winning tunes - "Once Upon a Lime" and "Ball Cap". Winning Song Credits: "Once Upon a Lime", written by Mike Cali, Matt Freedman + Shane Gray / "Ball Cap", writ...
Ep 78: Natalie Hemby (S4 Finale)
November 18, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIn our Season 4 finale, we’re going out with a bang as Chris sits down with 2x Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Natalie Hemby! A self-proclaimed “14-year overnight success”, Natalie gives us an inside look at her music journey - from the early days cutting her teeth as a demo singer and chasing the artist dream, to giving a Grammy acceptance speech for her group “The Highwomen” (while literally riding a roller coaster at Dollywood). Fast forward to getting her first record deal at age ...
Ep 77: Music Biz Special Part 3 / Bart Herbison (NSAI)
November 04, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBWelcome to our third and final part for S4’s Music Biz Series! This week, Chris sits down with an old friend and the Executive Director of NSAI (Nashville Songwriters’ Association International). As one of the places Chris recommends to check out first when you’re new in town, NSAI is more than just a place to network and get song feedback. They are songwriter advocates to the core. Listen on to learn how they were formed, what they do for the songwriting community (including their instrumen...
Ep 76: Music Biz Special Part 2 / Kris Ahrend (The MLC)
October 21, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBWelcome to part 2 of our Music Biz Series! This week, Chris chats with Kris Ahrend, the CEO of the new MLC (Mechanical Licensing Collective). A result of the Music Modernization Act that passed in 2018, this non-profit is paying out mechanical streaming royalties to songwriters and publishers that have gone unmatched for years, as well as committing to getting writers paid correctly from now on. In this episode, you’ll learn how to sign up for the MLC (hint: it’s super easy and free), why tr...
Ep 75: Leland
October 07, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIn a brand new episode, Chris sits down with queer singer/songwriter Leland, who’s written some of pop music’s most influential and catchiest releases of the past few years (“Rare” / Selena Gomez, “Bloom” / Troye Sivan, “Hide Away” / Daya, + more). He’s also making waves in the TV/film industry, music producing for Rupaul’s Drag Race and Hulu series “Love, Victor”, as well as picking up a Golden Globe nomination for writing a song in the “Boy Erased” film. Listen on to hear their chat about ...
Ep 74: LP
September 23, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBThis week, Chris sits down for a chat with singer/songwriter LP! With 5 million monthly listeners on Spotify, giant cuts like “Cheers (Drink to That)” / Rhianna, and her own songs placed in TV/film over 40 times, LP has become something of a global phenomenon over the past several years. She’ll draw you in with her ethereal vocals; you’ll stay for gorgeous storytelling and an endearing personality. Listen on to hear how different flavors from around the world bleed into her music, her advice...
Ep 73: Music Biz Special Part 1 / Linda Edell Howard (Entertainment Lawyer)
September 09, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBGet your notebooks and thinking caps ready for Part 1 of our highly requested Music Biz Special! Today, every listener is a student of our guest Linda Edell Howard, a fantastic entertainment lawyer here in town. Buckle in for a masterclass on what YOU need to know to navigate the music business as a songwriter and/or artist. You’ll learn: what a typical first publishing deal looks like and how to make sure it benefits you, common terminology in record + pub deals, the difference between pers...
Ep 72: Charlie Worsham
August 26, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, Chris sits down with writer/artist/musician Charlie Worsham! Since the release of his 2013 debut, “Rubberband”, Charlie has established himself as one of Nashville’s most beloved and well-respected artists. In addition to his own music, he’s a frequent collaborator, with playing and writing credits on records from Dierks Bentley, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Vince Gill, Kacey Musgraves, and many more. Get ready for a super honest chat about leaning into what matters most in life - and let...
Ep 71: Kalie Shorr
August 12, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBThis week, Chris talks with rising star Kalie Shorr, the pop/rock/country songstress that’s blurring genre lines and paving her way in the music industry as both a writer and an artist. Her career so far runs the gamut from voice acting to viral TikTok songs to playing the Grand Ole Opry over 20 times. Dive into their chat about finding your voice as an artist, favorite conspiracy theories, and how the truth is almost always more interesting than anything you could make up. Plus: don’t forge...
Ep 70: Daniel Tashian
July 29, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBWe’re back with a brand new episode of Pitch List, and this week, Chris got to sit down with the incredible Daniel Tashian. This genius mind has won multiple Grammys (including Album of the Year) for his writing and production work on Kacey Musgraves’ “Golden Hour”, made magic with his songwriting idol Burt Bacharach, and has had songs recorded by everyone from Little Big Town to NeedtoBreathe. Get ready to dig in and hear about his younger self’s relentless positivity towards songwriting, h...
Ep 69: Ross Copperman
July 01, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week on Pitch List, Chris chats with Grammy-nominated, Music Row icon Ross Copperman! A truly humble, hardworking, and absolutely deserving talent, you’ll get a peek behind the curtain of this writer/producer/artist who’s penned 30 number one radio hits and produced for countless country acts. In this episode, Ross talks us through his musical journey that began with an abandoned record deal in the UK, a trip to Nashville that changed his life, and how he’s now finding his voice once ag...
Ep 68: HARDY
June 17, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThis week, we’re hanging with HARDY, the CMA and ACM-nominated writer/artist that is dominating the scene with his rowdy redneck chart-toppers! After bursting onto Music Row in 2018 after signing to Big Loud Records, HARDY quickly earned platinum cuts by Chris Lane, Blake Shelton, FGL and many more - not to mention launching his own artist project just a year later. In this episode, we dive into his writing room creative process, talk about the power of confident thinking, and hear how a pho...
Ep 67: Ben Rector
June 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBThis week, Chris chats with the super talented yet humble Nashville singer/songwriter Ben Rector! After gaining traction on his music in local scenes before moving to town, Ben has now written hits for the likes of Lady A + Devin Dawson, not to mention amassing millions of streams on his own seven studio records and headlining tours with Dave Barnes, NeedtoBreathe, and many more. Listen on to learn how Ben brings an unwavering optimism and positive take on life to his music, and how to find ...
Ep 66: Fred Mollin
May 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBPitch List fans, buckle in! Chris sat down this week with the fabulous, multi-talented Fred Mollin. Fred is an award-winning Nashville songwriter/producer whose career runs the gamut - from TV/film scores for horror series like Friday the 13th, to Disney’s best-selling children’s lullaby albums and projects for Finding Nemo, Cars + more. (Not to mention his production credits on the Grammy award-winning “Sometimes When We Touch”, and hits for Jimmy Webb, Billy Ray Cyrus and other icons). Div...
Ep 65: Nicolle Galyon
May 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBThis week, Chris sits down for a chat with 2x Grammy Nominated, 2x ACM Song of the Year winner, Nicolle Galyon! Nicolle has not only written 6 No. 1 songs and helped craft hits like “Tequila” (Dan + Shay) and “Automatic” (Miranda Lambert), but also heads her female-focused record label / publishing company, Songs + Daughters. In classic Pitch List form, this episode dives into the intricacies of being a working Nashville songwriter (the good, bad and ugly), with nuggets of inspirational wisd...
Ep 64: Jaren Johnston
April 22, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThis week, Chris talks with the incredibly cool and talented, #1 hit writer Jaren Johnston! The perfect blend of country music and rock and roll, with songwriter roots, Jaren is an absolute triple threat. He’s written chart-toppers like “Raise ‘Em Up” (Keith Urban) and “American Spirit” (Thomas Rhett), not to mention countless production credits and a Grammy nomination to boot. So sit back, crack a cold beer, and listen on for some crazy stories from his time touring in Europe, making 2 full...
Ep 63: Emily Warren
April 08, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBBuckle in for this week’s chat with Grammy-award winning, multi-platinum songwriter Emily Warren! This pop hitmaker has had countless cuts with artists like Shawn Mendes, Kahlid, Lennon Stella, Jessie J + more - not to mention #1 chart-toppers like “Don’t Stop Now” (Dua Lipa) and “Don’t Let Me Down” (The Chainsmokers). In this episode, she and Chris dive deep into how she was inspired by Van Gogh to intentionally frame emotions in her songs, her advice on signing a publishing deal, her favor...
Ep 62: Clay Mills / Songtown
March 25, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn a special minisode of Pitch List, Chris catches up with Grammy-nominated songwriter and fellow American Songwriter Podcast Network-er, Clay Mills! Clay has not only been a part of hit songs like “Beautiful Mess” / Diamond Rio and “Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It” / Darius Rucker, but he is also the co-creator of Songtown, a creative community of potential co-writers and world-class mentors. Listen on for his concrete advice on how to write better songs, finding balance in your life whi...
Ep 61: John Oates
March 18, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBThis week, Chris sits down with the legendary John Oates to talk inside songwriting tips, stories from the vault, and his incredible music career, including his record-breaking work with Darryl Hall and collaborations with countless other industry icons. John lets us in on the one thing he’s most proud of, what his first year ever of not touring has been like, and how commercial success came from the marriage of polar opposite musical influences and writing what he loved. Plus: don’t forget ...
Ep 60: Cam
March 11, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBThis week, Chris sits down with songwriter and country music star Cam, whose hit song, “Burning House”, is still the best-selling country song by a female solo artist over the past 5 years. After crowdfunding her first record and getting cuts with artists like Miley Cyrus and Maggie Rose, Cam moved to Nashville to pursue a publishing deal, and has since worked with an impressive list of collaborators, including Tyler Johnson, Jeff Bhasker, Sam Smith, Harry Styles, Jack Antanoff and the late ...
Ep 59: Sarah Buxton
February 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBThis week, Chris sits down with hit songwriter and music-maker Sarah Buxton. Sarah is a Grammy award-winning writer (“Stupid Boy” / Keith Urban, “Pictures” / Lady A, “Fix” / Chris Lane), as well as an incredible artist in her own right, collaborating on projects with Daniel Tashian, Ian Fitchuk and more. In this episode, she and Chris discuss the intersection between music, life, and the magical moments that make it all worth it. Listen on for a long, honest chat between two friends that wil...
Ep 58: Ashley Gorley
February 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBBuckle in, because this episode was a bucket list one for sure! Chris got to sit down for an in-depth discussion on all things songwriting with the man, the myth, the legend - Ashley Gorley. This hitmaker is currently the only writer in any genre to earn 50 No. 1 singles in the history of the Billboard charts - and in our interview, he gives us an inside look at just what makes his brain tick. Jump in as we discuss what makes a song someone’s favorite song, the invaluable advice he gives his...
Ep 57: Emily Weisband
January 28, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBThis week, Chris sits down for a chat with Grammy award-winning songwriter and artist Emily Weisband (“Consequences” / Camila Cabello, “Thy Will” / Hillary Scott and Family, “Same Heart” / Keith Urban). This episode might as well be a masterclass on songwriting, so get ready to take notes. In true Emily Weisband fashion, we get deep about finding your definition of success, searching the locked rooms of your heart for nuggets of truth and honesty that will help you write your best songs, and...
Ep 56: Bill Anderson
January 14, 2021 05:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBTo kick off Season 4 of Pitch List, we are absolutely honored to have songwriting and country music legend Bill Anderson on the show! Considered one of country music’s most significant songwriters, “Whisperin’ Bill” has released an impressive 45 studio albums and is an esteemed member of the Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Songwriters’ Hall of Fame. He’s not only written award winning songs like “Whiskey Lullaby” (Brad Paisley, Allison Kraus) and “Give It Away” (George Strait)...
Ep 55: Luke Dick
December 03, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBThe Pitch List Season 3 Finale, featuring the iconic Luke Dick, is here! From writing hit country songs like “Velvet Elvis” (Kacey Musgraves) to creating quirky, edgy indie rock tracks for his band Hey Steve, to the new soundtrack from his documentary “Red Dog” (chronicling his unique upbringing in a strip club), Luke is genuinely one of a kind. In this episode, Luke and Chris talk about his background in philosophy, chasing down what you’re passionate about, bringing authenticity to your wo...
Ep 54: Dann Huff
November 12, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBFrom dreaming of being a session guitar player (and achieving that goal), to being glam metal band Giant’s frontman, to finally transitioning to award-winning producer (including credits on Taylor Swift’s Red, Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Bon Jovi, + many, many more), this week’s guest Dann Huff has had quite the iconic career. He sits down for a virtual chat with Chris to talk about his journey through the music industry, his personal production approach and style, and how “Amazed” broke his ...
Ep 53: Waylon Payne
October 22, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBIf Waylon Payne’s voice and music don’t pull you in, his incredible story of resilience will. From pulling himself up from rock bottom, to the country music in his blood and in his bones, Waylon is absolutely a force to be reckoned with. In addition to his own music, he’s also penned hits for Miranda Lambert, Lee Ann Womack, Ashley Monroe + more. Listen on as Chris takes to Zoom again this week to chat with Waylon about his new record “Blue Eyes, The Harlot, The Queer, The Pusher & Me”, and ...
Ep 52: Adam Sanders
October 08, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThis week on Pitch List, Chris chats with writer/artist Adam Sanders. No stranger to the music business, Adam moved to Nashville in 2009; within a few years, he’d gone from working construction to penning two #1 songs (“Ain’t Worth The Whiskey”, “Hell of a Night”). Adam has truly been a student of the music industry, and it shows - from his wiser-than-his-years work mentality to an undeniable track record of hit songs. Take a listen to hear about Adam’s passion for co-writing, how a routine ...
Ep 51: Jessie Jo Dillon
September 24, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBPitch List returns this week for a conversation with Grammy-nominated songwriter Jessie Jo Dillon! Signed with Big Machine, Jessie has penned numerous hits - including the Dan and Shay / Justin Bieber smash “10,000 Hours”, “Break Up In The End” (Cole Swindell), and “Rich” (Maren Morris), just to name a few. Listen on to hear she and Chris chat about the intricacies of having both a parent and significant other in the music industry, turning your FOMO into a work ethic, and shamelessly feedin...
Ep 50: Annie Roboff
September 10, 2020 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBFor our 50th episode, Pitch List welcomes Grammy-nominated hitmaker Annie Roboff! With a wide range of cuts by artists like Faith Hill, the Indigo Girls, Whitney Houston, The Chicks, Bonnie Raitt and many more, Annie is no newcomer to the music business. Listen on as she and Chris chat about the intricacies of the “Murder on Music Row” accusations of the 90s, her strong tendencies towards writing melodies over lyrics, and more. Plus: Annie lets us in on the story behind originally writing “T...
Ep 49: Ben Vaughn
August 27, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBPitch List gets a new perspective this week with a very special guest: President and CEO of Warner/Chappell Music Nashville, Ben Vaughn! This publishing powerhouse chats with Chris about getting his start on Music Row while still in college at Belmont University, the top qualities he looks for in a new writer, and even answers some of YOUR burning questions about the music business. Plus: a few vintage Chris Lindsey stories from “back in the day” (as Ben puts it), from being on national tele...
Ep 48: Gretchen Peters
August 13, 2020 04:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBThis week, Pitch List returns for a conversation with Grammy-nominated songwriter Gretchen Peters. Along with having released nine studio albums of her own, Gretchen has written hits such as “Independence Day” and “On A Bus to St. Cloud” for icons like Martina McBride, Trisha Yearwood, Faith Hill + many more. Her new album, “The Night You Wrote That Song: The Songs of Mickey Newbury”, a loving tribute to fellow Hall of Fame songwriter Mickey Newbury, is out now! Join us for a conversation ab...
Ep 47: Devon Gilfillian
July 02, 2020 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBFrom his Music City newbie days of Reggae cover bands and working as a City Winery employee, to Capitol Records recording artist breaking musical and lyrical boundaries, this week’s guest Devon Gilfillian is a perfect example of the Nashville success story. He has since shared the stage with Mavis Staples, Keith Urban, Brothers Osborne, and many more musical icons, and released his first full length record, “Black Hole Rainbow”, earlier this year. Listen on to hear he and Chris discuss the r...
Ep 46: Josie Dunne
June 18, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week, Chris hops on Zoom to chat with rising pop songstress Josie Dunne! Josie has amassed millions of streams on her music, and recently released a brand new EP, “Late Teens / Early Twenties”. Listen on to hear our chat about the legendary Warner/Chappell coffee machine, how working with country writers laid a foundation for strong lyrics and storytelling as a pop artist, recording a music video fully in quarantine, and more. Plus: don’t forget to visit our social media pages to watch ...
Ep 45: Kree Harrison
May 28, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThis episode, Chris sits down with singer/songwriter Kree Harrison. A seasoned writer and performer since a very young age (accolades include repeat performances on the Rosie O’Donnell Show as a child, a runner-up ranking on American Idol Season 12, and collaborations with artists like Kacey Musgraves and Wynonna Judd), Kree has overcome hardship over the years and come up stronger against all odds. Listen on to get the inside scoop on her upcoming debut album, “Chosen Family Tree”, and lear...
Ep 44: Louise Goffin
May 14, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBThis week, Chris sits down with writer/artist/producer Louise Goffin. Her familiar voice is heard all the way from the theme song of popular TV show ‘Gilmore Girls’, to one of her TEN studio albums, to her own podcast called Song Chronicles. Not a newcomer to the music business, Louise played her first gig ever at the age of 17 opening for Jackson Browne and has been recording, writing and producing for most of her life. She even recently completed a 6 month audio engineering course at the l...
Ep 43: Tom Bukovac
April 30, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBThis week’s episode is for all you guitar-nerds and session players, featuring none other than local legend (and old friend of Chris’), Tom Bukovac! Tom has played on over 500 albums, including projects with icons such as Steven Tyler, Stevie Nicks, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Willie Nelson, and many more. Listen on for some laughs, priceless wisdom, and insight into the working world of the session player. Plus: the time Tom hid in his van at a toga party. More exclusive content:...
Ep 42: Gordie Sampson
April 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBThis week, Chris sits down with #1 writer, artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist Gordie Sampson to talk all things songwriting. From recording as a session player to writing powerhouse cuts like “Jesus Take The Wheel”, “This Town Is Killing Me”, “Storm Warning” and many others, Gordie spills his story and knowledge for us. Listen on for our deep dive into staying raw and emotional as you grow, the magic in a day-of demo, and more. Thanks for listening, and stay safe! https://america...
Ep 41: Jessi Alexander
April 02, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBNo matter what age you are or where you’re from, chances are, you’ve heard a Jessi Alexander song. From smash hits like “The Climb” (Miley Cyrus) and tearjerkers like “Mine Would Be You” (Blake Shelton), this week’s guest has quite the catalogue - not to mention being a CMA and ACM Song of the Year recipient. But what you might not know is Jessi’s story of perseverance, how she played the Grand Ole Opry on Day 3 of living in Nashville, and how redefining what success meant to her led her fro...
Ep 40: Josh Kerr
March 19, 2020 04:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBWhen Josh Kerr first moved to Nashville, he had a list of 3 people he wanted to write with: Dave Barnes, Sean McConnell, and Keith Urban. Today, he has a song on his new record written with Sean, an ongoing writing relationship with Dave, and a #1 chart-topper with Keith (among many other top hits with Kelsea Ballerini, Camila Cabello, and more). Chris sits down with Josh this week to chat about the story behind writing tracks like “Never Comin’ Down”, how his dad forcing him to keep playing...
Ep 39: Jörgen Elofsson
March 05, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBThis week, Chris calls up hit writer Jörgen Elofsson all the way from Sweden to chat about our favorite things - songwriting, bands our guests were in when they were teenagers, and more songwriting. This mega-hit maker has penned tracks like “Stronger” (Kelly Clarkson), early hits for Britney Spears and many more international chart-toppers. Listen on for chats about the mystical side of creating art (including a psychic Reiki healer that tapped into Jorgen’s creative energy), why so much po...
Ep. 38: Dave Barnes
February 20, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBThis week, Chris chats with killer writer/artist Dave Barnes (he’s had some serious cuts with artists like Hunter Hayes, Carrie Underwood, Ingrid Michaelson and more). In this episode, learn how to shift your spider senses from “professional songwriter mode” to “personal artistry” and back again, plus you’ll hear their hot takes on celebrating the album “deep cut”. Listen on to hear Chris and Dave drop some truth bombs, while also managing to sneak in your daily dose of inspiration and grati...
Ep. 37: Pilgrimage Festival 2019 (Feat. The Wild Reeds, Bre Kennedy, Lucie Silvas, Anna Shoemaker, Anna Rose & Stephen Kellogg)
February 06, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBEarlier this fall, Chris sent our producer Daena out to Franklin, TN to talk to some of the artists of Pilgrimage Festival 2019. With this special episode of Pitch List, we look back on that hot early autumn day with nuggets of songwriting wisdom and stories of artistry from some of the best performers of the weekend. Listen on to hear our chats with The Wild Reeds, Bre Kennedy, Anna Shoemaker, Anna Rose and Stephen Kellogg (plus - we catch up with podcast alumnus Lucie Silvas). Thank you, P...
Ep. 36: Josh Kear
January 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBWelcome to Pitch List Season 3! In the season premiere episode, Chris sits down with his old friend and Music Row legend Josh Kear. As the only songwriter to ever win a Grammy for Country Song of the Year three times, Josh’s track record speaks for itself - but his insightful notions about the songwriting business and heart of his craft speak even louder. Listen to hear him open up about his journey to finding himself, and finding a team of people who believed in who that came to be. htt...