The Hook Podcast

01/05/2024

What’s the greatest country music song ever written??

07/02/2024

Tomorrow! joins the show and we chat about her transition from writing songs in her bathroom at her parents house in Canada to TikTok success and turning that into signing a major label record deal in Nashville! That more on this weeks episode of coming tomorrow!!

31/01/2024

We’re back with 4 more talented artists on our 2024 Artists to Watch list - get ready for , , , and !

Country trio Restless Road has been climbing the charts with their rich harmonies and lyrical storytelling. Keep an ear out for more boundary-pushing music from this rising group. Their current single “Last Rodeo” hit country radio last week!

Travis Denning rang the bell in 2020 with his #1 single “After A Few.” Now he’s gearing up for his sophomore album. With his classic yet contemporary sound and high energy live show, watch out for Travis Denning in 2024!

Louisiana Native Graham Barham wowed us with the viral success, and phenomenal songwriting. With a major label debut in the works, he’s poised to be a country radio breakthrough artist this year.

Canadian singer songwriter Robyn Ottolini’s vulnerable songwriting and unreal vocals makes her a force to be wrecking with in 2024. She has a brand new EP just released a few weeks ago!

Tomorrow we reveal the full list on Thursday’s podcast episode! Let us know your guesses for the final 2 artists!

30/01/2024

We’re excited to reveal the next two artists on our 2024 Artists to Watch list: and !

Rising country talent Renee Blair first won us over in 2019 and her current single “Hillbillies and Betties” is an absolute smash! Her powerful voice and authentic storytelling as a songwriter on hits like “Wait in the Truck” show she’s brings an authentic feel to Nashville.

Rotundo, the new project of singer-songwriter Michael Rotundo formerly of After Midtown, with his modern yet soulful country-pop sound. The Ohio native brings heartfelt lyrics inspired by his small town upbringing and military service. With recent singles like “Break Even,” Rotundo’s catchy melodies showcase his potential as a solo artist after touring with major country stars. Creator of our favorite social media series “How many drinks to take home your favorite country star if they were a women”.

Renee and Rotundo are standouts among the fresh talents we’ll be featuring on our 2024 Artists to Watch podcast episode. Stay tuned as we continue highlighting amazing musicians ready to break through in the coming year!

29/01/2024

We’re excited to announce the first two artists on our 2024 Artists to Watch list: and !

Dylan Marlowe first won us over last year with his “Dirt Road When I Die - Ep” Since then he’s been honing his feel-good sound and catchy melodies that are destined for the charts. Dylan 2023 on the road including tour dates last year with and more, Keep an eye out for his brand new single headed to radio soon!

Soulful singer-songwriter Erin Kinsey impressed us with the vulnerable songwriting and powerful vocals on her latest EP “Same Day Sessions.” Her dynamic range and raw emotions cement her as an important new voice in indie music. Working with hit songwriter and producer , Erin is on track to be the next country radio breakout star!

Be sure to check out tracks from both Dylan and Erin, and stay tuned as we continue revealing other talented artists who made our 2024 list. You won’t want to miss our full podcast episode on Thursday, where we’ll be discussing these fresh talents and why they are ones to watch. More big names coming soon!

29/01/2024

It’s finally time to start unveiling our highly anticipated 2024 Artists to Watch list! This afternoon we’ll be revealing the first two artists that we think are poised to break out in 2024. 🚀🚀

Make sure to tune in this Thursday for the release of our 2024 Artists to Watch episode, where we’ll be discussing all 10 up-and-coming artists in detail! Who do you think will make the cut for this year’s list? Let the speculation begin!

Over the next few days we’ll continue rolling out more names until the full ranking is released on Thursday. Trust us, you won’t want to miss a single announcement - these are the artists that will be dominating playlists and charts in 2024. Stay tuned for our first big reveal coming your way very soon!

21/12/2023

We have opened a few sponsorship opportunities for 2024 and we would love to partner with you or some of your favorite brands! if your a brand looking for advertising or sponsorship opportunities to reach the country music community please reach out to Brailey at [email protected] for more information! Everyone tag your favorite brands below!!

29/11/2023

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! From and we thank you for joining us on this crazy show we call ! To our guests, thank you for taking time out of your day to join us, and to our listeners thank you from loving what we do as much as we do! 2024 here we come! 🚀

29/11/2023

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! From and we thank you for joining us on this crazy show we call ! To our guests, thank you for taking time out of your day to join us, and to our listeners thank you from loving what we do as much as we do! 2024 here we come! 🚀

17/11/2023

This week we chat about some of our favorite underrated songs in country music! Including album cuts, songs that should have been singles, and songs that didn’t climb the charts! Stuff from and more!

13/10/2023

Tune in to our latest episode with the amazing Jamie Collazo . From ESPN Audio Producer to Nashville hired gun guitarist and talented songwriter/producer, Jamie's story is a captivating one. Discover it on all podcast platforms and let the music play. 🎸🎙️

12/10/2023

This week on as we sit down with Jamie Collazo ! ESPN audio producer turned sought-after Nashville hired gun guitarist. Jamie has rocked the stage with talents like , , and more! He's not just about the guitar; he's a gifted songwriter and producer as well! We dive into the exciting life of a Nashville hired gun, sharing road stories and exploring the pivotal moment that led Jamie to shift from the road to his home studio. Don't miss this week's episode of The Hook Podcast, available anywhere you listen to podcasts! 🎧

21/09/2023

This week we break down the brand new album from “Bigger Houses”! We go through track by track, talking though our favorite songs as well as why this album is really a work of art from and ! Now streaming anywhere you listen to podcasts!

10/08/2023

NOW STREAMING: This week on we breakdown all the nominations of this year awards! Including some of our favorite nomination as well as a few we with could have made the cut! Now streaming anywhere you listen to podcasts!

03/08/2023

This week we had a fun discussion about the "Grand Ole Opry" and what it means in the country music world. We talked about artists that are already in and which stars have not been invited yet. Then predicted who we think will be the next artist to be invited into the "Grand Ole Opry.”

31/07/2023

Brand new episode of The Hook Unheard is live! This week we have new music from , and more! Streaming exclusively on Spotify!

27/07/2023

Now streaming episode 59 with ! We chat all about how she ended up in Nashville, her TikTok success and deep dive into her new single “God Hotel” out tomorrow! Stream anywhere you listen to podcasts!

26/07/2023

Tomorrow we will be joined by and she gets ready to release her brand new song “God Hotel” on Friday! Don’t miss this weeks episode of !

24/07/2023

New week means new music! This week on The Hook Unheard we have new stuff from and more! Streaming now exclusively on Spotify!

20/07/2023

We had a ton of fun this week chatting with .williams.music fresh off his first #1 “Tennessee Orange”. We talk through his journey from intern to signed writer. As well as his friendship with and the stories behind some of his favorite songs he was a part of for her record! Now streaming anywhere you listen to podcasts!

17/07/2023

Monday means a new episode of The Hook Unheard! This week catch new music from , , , and more! As well as our pick of the week, Songs you would not want played at a wedding! Streaming now exclusively on Spotify!

14/07/2023

It’s award season here at ! This week and give out mid season awards for New Artist, Song, Album, and Artists of the year so far in 2023! Head over to our story to cast your vote as well! Ep. 57 streaming anywhere you listen to podcasts! Link in bio!

06/07/2023

This week caught up with and talked about how Alan Jackson was one of his biggest country music influences and how he made his crazy journey to Nashville. We also chat about some of his favorite songs he has written and break down his 2 latest singles “Yep” and “Prayer List”. Now streaming anywhere you listen to podcasts just search The Hook Podcast!

28/06/2023

Streaming tomorrow, joins the show this week! We chat about what’s it’s like starting fresh after moving to Nashville from Canada, and we breakdown her brand new single “Ain’t For The Beer” out Friday! Episode 55 of streaming tomorrow!

26/06/2023

Back at it again this morning with a brand new episode of The Hook Unheard! This week we have new music from and more! Streaming exclusively on Spotify!

19/06/2023

We have a jam packed new episode of The Hook Unheard for you this week! Featuring music from .wilson.jr and more! Streaming now exclusively on Spotify!

16/06/2023

Kevin and Brailey got REAL in this episode! Listen now!!

‎Show The Hook Podcast, Ep Episode 53: Evolution of Country Music - Jun 15, 2023

12/06/2023

Another Monday means another week of The Hook Unheard! This week we feature music from and more! Streaming exclusive on Spotify!

12/06/2023

Another Monday means another episode of The Hook Unheard! Catch music this week from and more! Streaming exclusively on Spotify!

05/06/2023

The first episode of our new music show “The Hook Unheard” is now streaming! Each week we feature songs and artists your not currently hearing in country radio! Link in our bio, or just search The Hook Unheard on Spotify!