Country Heat Weekly

Our final episode recorded live at CMA Fest 2025, features a raw conversation with Parker McCollum where he reveals career insecurities that may surprise you.

In this chat, we dive into two big topics in Parker’s world right now: fatherhood and his brand-new self-titled album. He opens up about recording for seven straight days in NYC with laser focus and why this is the first time he’s ever truly loved a project.

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Cole Swindell is in the midst of one of the biggest years of his life, and in this episode, we caught up with him LIVE at CMA Fest 2025 to talk all about it. 

To sum it all up, his new album Spanish Moss drops June 27, he’s gearing up for the Happy Hour Sad Tour, and he and his wife Courtney are getting ready to welcome their first baby. Cole opens up about becoming a dad, takes us behind the stories of several songs o...

Dasha’s rise might seem like an overnight success—but she’s been chasing this dream since elementary school!

In this special episode recorded live at CMA Fest 2025, our Amazon Music Breakthrough Artist shares the journey behind her stardom: from musical theatre and writing songs about her crush to performing in coffee shops—all before the age of 10.

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The guys of Rascal Flatts —Jay DeMarcus, Gary LeVox, and Joe Don Rooney—join us live from CMA Fest to celebrate their new album Life Is a Highway: Refueled Duets. From collaborating with the Jonas Brothers on the new summer anthem “I Dare You” to reimagining classics with friends like Kelly Clarkson, Carly Pearce, the Backstreet Boys, and more, they open up about what inspired this unique project and how it all came togeth...

Our favorite week of the year is here - CMA Fest! Kelly and Amber run down all the places you can see them if you're in Nashville this week, including live tapings of Country Heat Weekly with Rascal Flatts, Cole Swindell, Dasha and Parker McCullum. Plus they'll take you to the rodeo for a special performance with Reba & friends! 

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How is the wedding planning going and why did Lainey Wilson get engaged at George Jones' former home? Kelly and Amber ask these questions - and get the answers. To celebrate Lainey’s big ACM wins, we’re bringing back the fan-favorite episode that dropped the week Whirlwind hit. Don’t miss the encore!

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Saddle up as we join Jelly Roll, Reba and Tim McGraw in welcoming Nashville's first rodeo! Plus tea was spilled, and it's piping hot with details on upcoming projects from Riley Green and Gabby Barrett! Kelly and Amber also share a wild George Strait story and scoop on how Hootie and the Blowfish made all of Scotty McCreery's Carolina dreams come true.

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Six seasons in, Blake Shelton FINALLY joins us in the Center Stage Spotlight. Listen in to this jam-packed episode as Blake dives into The Road, his new show with Keith Urban, and reveals whether he’d ever return to The Voice. Blake shares how the album title For Recreational Use Only came to him, opens up about the stories behind a few standout tracks, and reflects on what it was like being back in the studio with hi...

Our very first Country Heat Weekly guest, Eric Church, has returned for episode 128! This time, we're talking about his new album Evangeline vs. The Machine. He reveals why the creative process was so different than past projects, his commitment to the album format in a singles-driven world, and the back story the scenes a of a few special tracks. Plus, Eric talks about collaborating with John Fogerty for his exclusive tra...

Tucker Wetmore grew up in a small town in Washington State where he spent his time in church, playing sports, or dodging vampires in the woods (kinda). In this episode, Tucker opens up about finding his voice and the knee injury that led him back to music—and eventually, Nashville. We talk about his debut album What Not To, the story behind the vulnerable title track and the reoccurring themes we found. Oh—and did we menti...

Jon Pardi gives us the lowdown on his brand new album Honkytonk Hollywood - from teaming up with GRAMMY-winning producer Jay Joyce to recording some of his most personal songs yet, including fan-favorite “She Drives Away.” He breaks down why this record felt “meant to be,” how he’s crafting the perfect setlist for his upcoming tour and what it was really like playing shows in Australia. Plus, he gets candid about life...

There’s been so much happening in Nashville this week, we can barely keep up! Luckily, Kelly and Amber are here to unpack everything from a new singing competition show to all the juicy details from Lainey Wilson’s #1 party including proposal details and THAT ring! Plus, their take on ACM snubs, an incredible event with Trisha Yearwood & friends, and fresh tracks you'll only hear on the Country Heat playlist. It’s a ja...

Celebrate the final week of Women's History Month with a tribute to some of Country Music’s legendary Queens: Dolly, Reba, Shania, Carrie, and more! In this episode, we highlight empowering messages from incredible women who’ve done our podcast. Kelly and Amber take us behind the scenes at the Opry 100 Red Carpet and share details about Eric Church’s highly anticipated album. Plus, we’re raising a glass and throwing a virt...

Warren Zeiders joins us for an in-depth discussion on the success of his first No. 1 hit, "Pretty Little Poison" and real-life stories from dating in his 20s that inspired his new album, "Relapse, Lies & Betrayal." Warren also shares how sports shaped his work ethic, lessons learned from touring with Jelly Roll, and his intense fitness routine. Plus, Amber and Kelly recap Russell Dickerson's star-studded Nashville show...

This week, Kelly and Amber travel to L.A. for a very special interview with queer pop icon and “Midwest Princess,” Chappell Roan. She opens up about her musical journey from Missouri, the highs and lows of fame, and what motivated her to tap into her country music roots with “The Giver.” Chappell talks fashion and musical inspirations and using her voice to emphasize the message that country music is for everyone. Plus, ge...

First-time mom-to-be Lauren Alaina is here to talk all things motherhood and her new single ""Those Kind of Women."" From first-trimester exhaustion to weird cravings, fashion struggles and more, she shares an honest look into this pregnancy journey so far. (Including why her hubby knew before she did!) Lauren also teases her next album, gushes over her country music mentor, Trisha Yearwood and reveals what life is really ...

Jordan Davis is spilling all the tea on this week's Country Heat Weekly! His next album is finished and we have some scoop on the collabs. Plus, he recaps his recent trip down under, previews new music and shares his dream venues - one of which he is playing this year. (You can't keep things from Kelly!) We also get you into a special event at the Opry with Jelly Roll, Ashley McBryde, Riley Green and more!

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