DROP ME OFF IN NASHVILLE PODCAST
Drop Me Off in Nashville is a raw and real podcast that dives into the stories behind the music, the artists chasing their dreams, and the industry insiders who help shape them. Hosted by Scottie Hugger & Friends, each episode takes you from the garage to the stage, exploring the grit, grind, and glory of life in Music City.
Episodes
Three powerhouse topics in one nonstop episode.
First, we dive into Taylor Swift’s takeover of the airwaves—how her newest releases are reshaping radio programming, squeezing out competition, and shifting the entire industry strategy overnight. No fluff… just the real impact on labels, artists, and chart dynamics.
Then we pull back the curtain on booking agents—the good ones who build careers, the bad ones who burn brid...
This week on Drop Me Off in Nashville, we sit down with Amber Marie — a rising Nashville artist whose drive, talent, and focus are turning heads fast. A Belmont University graduate with dual degrees in Songwriting and Music Business, she brings the full package: the creativity, the discipline, and the business sense to actually make it work in today’s industry.
Amber sharpened her skills interning at The 615 House, whe...
In this powerful episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, host Scottie Hugger sits down with one of Music City’s fastest-rising stars — Ashley Lynn — a powerhouse vocalist and performer who’s taken Nashville by storm in just one short year.
From headlining John Rich’s Redneck Riviera on Broadway — a stage reserved for the best of the best — to now touring the country and captivating audiences nationwide, Ashley’s journey i...
Join host Scottie Hugger as he talks with Scott Collier, a 20-year Nashville veteran who’s rocked stages at Kid Rock’s and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge. Known for training both newcomers and major label artists, Scott shares how his guidance helped launch two artists to record deals. Hear his stories from the stage, his passion for mentoring the next generation, and his insights on what it really takes to make it in Music ...
Join host Scottie Hugger as he talks with Scott Collier, a 20-year Nashville veteran who’s rocked stages at Kid Rock’s and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge. Known for training both newcomers and major label artists, Scott shares how his guidance helped launch two artists to record deals. Hear his stories from the stage, his passion for mentoring the next generation, and his insights on what it really takes to make it in Music ...
In this episode, we sit down with Howard Decker, a Texas native bringing the timeless sound of George Strait to stages across the country. From smoky honky-tonks to packed theaters, Howard shares how a simple love for classic country turned into one of the most authentic tribute shows around. Hear stories from the road, the dedication behind the music, and what it takes to keep the King’s legacy alive—one song at a ti...
What do you get when you mix biscuits, beer, and bad decisions? A Nashville night you’ll never forget — or maybe barely remember!
In this laugh-out-loud episode, Scott, Angie, David, & Kaitlyn start their “honky-tonkin’ journey” the respectable way — at Loveless Café, loading up on biscuits and sweet tea like true Southern saints. Fast-forward a few hours and suddenly we’re at Garth Brooks’ Friends in Low Places, w...
Julie Black Grammy Nominated Songwriter is a powerful and soulful singer-songwriter whose band has become a cornerstone of the local music scene in Florida and beyond. Alongside guitarist and creative partner Dave Eichenberger, The Julie Black Band has built a reputation for blending blues, jazz, and roots influences into a sound that is both timeless and deeply personal.
Their artistry has earned them national recogni...
Being an artist today isn’t just about making music — it’s about building and protecting your brand from the ground up. That means registering your songs with the Copyright Office, aligning with PROs like BMI, ASCAP, or SESAC, and understanding the company Song Exchange Site. It’s about choosing a reputable studio to bring your sound to life, designing a website that represents you, and keeping your social media consi...
In this episode we sit down with Steve Booth & Mark George, Steve was a close friends of Charlie Daniels, from the Charlie Daniels Band (The Devil Went Down To Georgia) & Johnny & June Carter Cash. He brings us back to that special chapter of musical community life in New Port Richey, Florida. We trade stories about living in New Port Richey, the people who made it home, and the nights that felt like famil...
IF YOU ARE GONG TO DREAM, DREAM BIG AND JUST DO IT! Angie and Scottie dive deep into what it truly means to dream big and dating — not just setting goals but living in a way that brings your dream to life. They explore what it’s like being with a dreamer who doesn’t wait for permission, who believes in the impossible, and who pushes through the fears.
They also give space to recent events that shook the world — includi...
From the iron ranges of Hibbing, Minnesota, to the bright lights of Nashville, Scott Hugger has walked a road few dare to travel. His journey in the music industry has been anything but simple — filled with liar's, cheaters, thefts, hard lessons, AND LOTS of hard work, with the relentless ups and downs of chasing a dream in the Music Industry.
Scott wears many hats: songwriter, movie and reality show scriptwriter,...
Hosted by Scott Hugger, Vice President of Artist Relations at Music Road Productions and manager of Billboard-charting artist Michael Gilas, this podcast pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to guide artists to success. From long nights on tour buses to negotiating with labels and fighting for radio play, Scott shares real stories from the front lines. Part personal journey, part industry blueprint — discover...
In this episode, we’re joined by a celebrity pilot who’s also a gifted songwriter with stories that reach both the skies and the Nashville stage. We talk about the grind of working other jobs to keep the dream alive, the realities of breaking into the music scene, and the sacrifices it takes to balance passion with paying the bills. And, just for fun, we dig into what you should never do on a plane—straight from the p...
Living the Dream or Just Playing the Part
Every musician who comes to Nashville has a dream — but chasing it isn’t always what it seems. Living the Dream or Just Playing the Part dives into the untold stories of artists navigating the fine line between passion and performance, success and survival.
Through real conversations, behind-the-scenes insight, and unfiltered looks at the grind, we explore what it truly ta...
Nashville Isn’t Just Country
When you think of Nashville, you probably picture cowboy boots, honky-tonks, and country hits — but that’s only part of the story. Nashville Isn’t Just Country pulls back the curtain on Music City’s other side, where rock, pop, hip-hop, R&B, Americana, and indie scenes thrive alongside the neon lights.
Hosted by insiders who’ve lived and worked in the heart of Nashville’s music ind...
The Gatekeepers: Who Really Picks the Stars?
Every hit artist has a story—but who decides which voices make it to the top? The Gatekeepers pulls back the curtain on the powerful insiders shaping the music industry’s biggest careers. From label executives and producers to radio programmers and playlist curators, we reveal the real decision-makers behind the stars.
With candid interviews, untold stories, and insider...
Before it was neon-lit and pedal-tavern-packed, Nashville’s Broadway was a gritty stretch of honky-tonks and hopefuls chasing a dream. In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we explore the transformation of Lower Broadway — from legendary country music launching pad to bachelorette party central. The honkytonk God-Father Steve Smith, and who’s profiting, who’s getting pushed out, and what does it mean for the so...
You know the number — 867-5309 — and now you’ll know the man behind the anthem. In this special episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we sit down with Tommy Tutone for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about music history, his 10 year tour, and his new work in the studio with Producer Terry Nails.
Tommy shares the real story behind his life, the whirlwind of sudden stardom, and what it’s like to live in one of the...
In Nashville, the drinks are strong, the nights are loud, and the fall can come faster than the fame. It’s easy to get caught up in the party — the bars, the backstage passes, the women, the men, the promises made over whiskey and neon lights.
But this city doesn’t always forgive.
One wild night can wreck your entire career. And in a town where you never know who’s in the room, that one moment could cost you the op...
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