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Darius Rucker (@DariusRucker) stops by to talk about the process of writing his new book Life’s Too Short: A Memoir by Darius Rucker which is out now. He tells the untold story of the formation of Hootie and the Blowfish, how he started singing at a young age encouraged by his late mother and the pain left behind from his biological father (bring a tissue!). Darius also talks about how he shifted from rock to country and the asinine statements said from people who said it would never work. Darius also gets candid about the dark side of the road, misinterpreted songs and the coolest moment of his career getting to perform with one of his musical heroes. Get your copy of Life’s Too Short: A Memoir by Darius Rucker by clicking HERE. Signed copies on Barnes & Noble: HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Rector (@ben_rector) sat down with Bobby Bones to discuss his personal life and career! Ben reveals what he wants his life to look like and how he defines success. He also shares why he doesn't think he'll ever win a Grammy and how he feels confident with his work. Ben also talks about getting to golf with his hero, Huey Lewis, why Bobby and Ben's wife secretly talk about them and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Bobbycast, Bobby Bones and Eddie do music talk about the most covered country songs. Then, we hear from Alice Randall about her new book and career. Alice details the importance of writing her book, My Black Country: A Journey Through Country Music's Black Past, Present, and Future. She also talks about Charley Pride's influence on country music and starting her career as the only female black songwriter in Nashville. She also shares the time she met Roseanne Cash and wrote a song for Johnny Cash and more! Book info on S&S.com here: MY BLACK COUNTRY: A Journey Through Country Music’s Black Past, Present, and Future (Black Privilege Publishing; on sale 4/9/24; ISBN 9781668018408; Hardcover $28), Album info on Alice's press page here! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granger Smith (@Grangersmith) sat down with Bobby Bones to talk about why he chose to get vulnerable and write about almost taking his own life, recalling the night it almost happened, and why he didn't tell his wife about it until the book came out. He also shares what he has learned from tragedy and the calling he had to shift his career from a country artist and do Ministry. Granger also explained why he drove to meet a fan to have coffee and talk with them, opens up about how he'd feel if he died tonight, what it's like to go from playing concerts to delivering sermons and more! *TRIGGER WARNING: Death and Suicide Attempt* Links to books: LIKE A RIVER by Granger Smith (HERE) UP TOWARD THE LIGHT by Granger Smith (HERE) Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caroline (@carohobby) and Michael Hobby (@michaelhobby) sit down with Bobby Bones to share an inside look at their life. They reveal the secret to their 10-year marriage, how they bring out the best in each other and continue to show love through struggles. Michael also gets vulnerable about the trauma he had from losing an older brother to cancer, and then losing his dad in 2020 and how it caused him to spiral. He also reveals the challenges he faced around his career, losing his record deal and his journey to becoming sober. Caroline also talks about her podcast, 'Get Real with Caroline Hobby,' joining the Nashville Podcast Network and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Bobby, Eddie and Kevin discuss the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. They share their thoughts on certain artists like Mariah Carey who did not get enough votes and what that means for their future chances of getting in. Plus, find out what their Top 15 Wedding songs are and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Koe Wetzel (@koe_wetzel) sits down with Bobby Bones to talk about how he forged his own way in country music. He recalls the times he got drunk and fought some of his buddies, and the number of fights he feels like he still has left in him. He also talks about slowing down on his drinking. Koe also opens up about the first time he went to jail and what he learned from it. He'll also share the coolest thing he's been able to buy with money. Koe also reveals what fans can expect from his new music, why he feels people relate to his lyrics and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For King and Country (@forkingandcountry) are made up of two Brothers Joel & Luke Smallbone. They have a new movie out now called Unsung Hero and we wanted to revisit their episode when they gave us their lifestory and background on the film In 2023, they stopped by Bobby’s house fresh off their trip to the Grammys after earning a nomination with their friend, Hillary Scott of Lady A. Joel shares why he was depressed days after the trip. They share their amazing story of how their family moved from Australia with nothing to the United States and how they got by living in a house without furniture. They got their start touring with their famous sister Rebecca St. James and how they didn’t want anyone to know they were related when they became, For King and Country. They also share stories about their large family, what it’s like working as brothers, their new movie, and their perception as Christian artists. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising country artist Zach Top (@Zach_Top) sat down with Bobby Bones to talk about his fast-rising music career, his upbringing and more. Zach's debut album Cold Beer & Country Music came out April 5th and he talked about what the title means and the process of writing the songs for the record. He also shares how he did not want to post his music on TikTok but then his song "Bad Luck" went viral. Zach also tells Bobby how he feels about Jake Owen supporting his music and saying that he "predicts he is about to change country music in a big way." Zach recalls growing up being homeschooled, playing in his family band, how he started taking music business calls when he was only 7, dropping out of college and moving to Nashville and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby and Eddie talk about voting on The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Bobby got an official ballet in the mail, and they went through the voting process and nominees! They talk about the legacy of each artist and fill Kickoff Kevin in on the artist he's unfamiliar with. Bobby then talks to Alexandra Sedlak after discovering her on TikTok (@Itsalexandrasedlak). She shared what happened to her at the Grammy Awards and the well-known singer she met backstage who didn't like her. She also explains how she ended up singing one of her songs on stage and more. Alexandra also explains the story behind her most viral video, talks about her music, why she describes herself as a "good witch," how she can see colors and auras and more. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back on first talking to Ashley Cooke back in 2021. She and Bobby talk about how she had almost half a million followers on TikTok (at the time) and about her song "Jealous of the Sky". She also tells us what the 615 House is all about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17-year-old guitar phenomenon Grace Bowers (@grace_bowers) sat down with Bobby Bones to talk about the trail she is blazing in Nashville. She details the stigma she faces being a female guitar player and why she does not like being called a teenage guitar prodigy. Grace shares how she started live streaming her performances which led to her moving to Nashville to chase her music dreams. Grace opens up about her approach to guitar playing, her exciting upcoming projects and how she started working with Brothers Osborne! She also shares a personal story on why she was kicked out of sports as a kid and her mom jumps on the podcast too! Bobby also invites her to play at his Million Dollar Show benefiting St. Jude at the Ryman Auditorium and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby officially announces the President of the Nashville Podcast network. They talked about current shows and that they have some in progress. They also talked about Caitlin Clark and the huge mark she’s making on women’s basketball. Plus, they got into a discussion about the Sore Losers segment where Lunchbox aired his grievances with the president and Bobby gave his thoughts. Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Part 2 with Phil Becker(@philbecker), they switch things up and Phil interview's Bobby. He shares his career journey, his regrets and how having a radio background led to other roles in his career. Bobby also opens up about the people he surrounds himself with to make him better and how he has gotten through negativity. He also talks about his friendships with Charlamagne, Ryan Seacrest and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Part 1 of Bobby's interview with Phil Becker (@Philbecker), they talk about Phil's role in radio and media and it's everchanging landscape. Phil is a highly accomplished media executive with over 30 years of experience in the industry. He currently serves as the Executive Vice President of Content at Alpha Media where he oversees content and programming for over 200 radio stations nationwide. Phil shares why he thinks AI for radio isn't bad and why he introduced the first AI radio personality. He also goes into the backstory of how he and Bobby met and why he believed in him so much he chose to invest in Bobby nationally. Phil also addresses one of music's hottest topics right now; Beyoncé going country and why he thinks she will prove that music genres don't matter and won't exist anymore. Phil also talks about his podcast Phil-Osophy and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Sara Evans (@SaraEvansMusic) joins Bobby Bones at his home to share an inside look of her life and career. She talks about her early days of growing up as one of seven children, beginning to perform at four-years-old and playing in bars young. She also talks about her new song "Pride" and shares the vulnerable meaning behind it. Sara also announced her new podcast, 'Diving In Deep With Sara Evans' will give fans the whole truth and she won't hold back about anything. She reveals what it's like to live with her life on display and opens up about being in therapy. Sara also recalls the extremely hard time she was going through while on Dancing with the Stars and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Miller of Sawyer Brown joined Bobby Bones to talk about his life and career journey! Sawyer Brown is often mistaken for a person, so he set the record straight that it's no one's name and just the name of the band. Mark released his book, 'The Boys and Me: My Life In The Country Supergroup Sawyer Brown.' In it, he shares stories of how the band got turned down by every label in Nashville and then got their start on Star Search. He also shares what some of his first jobs were like when he had to water ski as Pinocchio at Disney World. Mark also recalls the time he first met Larry Bird and they golfed together, and he didn't say a word to him the entire time! He also talks about his first new record in 20 years, Desperado Troubadour, and how he got Blake Shelton to produce it. Mark also dives into the stories behind some of Sawyer Brown's biggest hits and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

his special crossover episode of the BobbyCast will feature interviews from legendary people in the sports world that have been featured on Bobby's sports podcast, 25 Whistles. We'll first hear from FS1's Colin Cowherd about his life and career journey to get him where he is today, how he preps for his massive show and how he went from a small town to one of the biggest faces on sports television. Then, legendary sports broadcaster Dan Patrick will discuss what he looks for when interviewing athletes, how he built his own brand and how to be overly prepared for the right moment. And we'll also hear from Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones. He'll open up about his upbringing, building relationships throughout the years, if he still gets nervous before games, and much more. Finally, Rich Eisen joins us to discuss the balance of being a fan and professional, hosting the NFL combine, his first 'big call' he got in his career and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lauren Watkins (@lauren.watkins) is one of those rare artists who actually grew up in Nashville. She sat down with Bobby Bones to share her experience of growing up in Music City and the struggles she faced trying to break into the music scene and why she feels it's hard to play in Nashville. Lauren went to Ole Miss and details how the SEC influenced her music. She also reveals how nervous she is to be opening for Morgan Wallen in stadiums on his tour this summer. Lauren has been described as having "barstool charm" and opens up about what she thinks that means. Plus, Bobby has a big surprise for her and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bobby and Eddie go through a list of some of the biggest songs released in 2004, making 2024 the year they turn 20 years old. They also talk about the origin story you might not know about “Blinded by the Light”. Then, Bobby and Eddie are joined in the studio by Nathan James (@NJamesRadio) with BOB 106 POINT 9 in Savannah, GA, and he shares what goes on during Country Radio Seminar (CRS). He explained how people in country radio from all over the country come to Nashville to network, listen to panels, watch cool performances and share what happens after it all at night. He also shared what it's like meeting country artists and more! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast Watch this Episode on Youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.