Shady Ladies Of Music City

Shady Ladies Of Music City

Juggernauts in the music industry for decades, Susan Nadler and Evelyn Shriver bring backstage stories and unbelievable moments with a substantial amount of unexpected, sometimes brutal honesty with their podcast “Shady Ladies of Music City.” Subscribe and get updates on the Shady Ladies at shadyladiesofmusiccity.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

The Game Changers: Dolly, Shania & Taylor

August 1, 2024 • 31 mins
In the season three finale, Susan and Evelyn talk the women of country music who have changed the game. How have Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift and others made an impact in music, fashion and beyond?

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Mickey Raphael

July 25, 2024 • 36 mins
Go inside Willie Nelson's world this week with the Shady Ladies and their special guest Mickey Raphael. The harmonica player and longtime member of Willie's band The Family takes us on a musical journey, spilling details from behind the scenes of "We Are the World," the first time he met Bob Dylan, his wild encounter with Hells Angels and more.

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Reflections on the Good Times

July 18, 2024 • 32 mins
The Shady Ladies take us through tales from sunrises in Masada to shrimp at the White House. No matter what the journey, the ladies keep up with wild adventures. 

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Ebie McFarland

July 11, 2024 • 47 mins
The evolution of publicity in the music industry is front and center with special guest and PR powerhouse Ebie McFarland.

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Shelby Lynne

June 27, 2024 • 38 mins
 A conversation with Grammy Award winner Shelby Lynne. Smoking and storytelling about times backstage and times of stardom during Shelby Lynne’s journey. 

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Buffy Cooper

June 20, 2024 • 47 mins

Does Country radio still rule? The Shady Ladies welcome industry veteran and radio maven Buffy Cooper to dive deep into the value of radio in Music City. Plus, get insight on Kenny Chesney's legendary rise and how artists today are navigating the new music landscape.  


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Vice President Al Gore

June 13, 2024 • 49 mins

Vice President Al Gore talks climate change and his optimism about what is being done to combat it. He also reminisces about his days as a reporter and, then, as a young Congressman whose constituents included Johnny Cash. “I’m proud to be able to say I’m the only candidate for President that Johnny Cash ever went out on the trail and campaigned for," Vice President Gore says.


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Trey Fanjoy

June 6, 2024 • 50 mins
Superstar director Trey Fanjoy joins the Shady Ladies to share the untold stories of the music video business. The first female director to win CMA Video of the Year shares her experiences collaborating with Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, George Strait and many more and which superstar female's music draws parallels to her own life. Plus, get the scoop behind the music icon who made a shocking arrival to set and how the TikTok generat...

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Tracy Gershon & Beverly Keel

May 30, 2024 • 55 mins

How are women faring in country music? The Shady Ladies pose the question with two special guests who have paved their own path in the business, entertainment industry veteran Tracy Gershon and journalist and Dean of MTSU's College of Media and Entertainment Beverly Keel.


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Inclusivity in Country Music

May 23, 2024 • 27 mins

The Shady Ladies kick off Season 3 by diving into the topic of inclusivity in country music. Can black voices break into country radio, and what impact has Beyonce's country record made in the industry? Does country music embrace LGBTQ+ artists? Susan and Evelyn share their thoughts and whether they believe country music is ready for a change. 


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Welcome to Season 3

May 22, 2024 • 22 mins
Susan Nadler and Evelyn Shriver are back for an all-new season of the Shady Ladies of Music City. With a focus on "Then & Now," Season 3 will feature more stories from Susan and Evelyn's careers in music with commentary on the state of the industry today. In this introductory episode, the ladies preview Season 3 topics such as inclusivity, censorship and extremism. 

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Shane McAnally

June 3, 2021 • 44 mins
From his early days as a struggling artist to his current unprecedented success as writer, publisher, producer and television personality, Shane shares his journey from dejection to acclaim and happiness with a family and more success than he ever dared dream.

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Connie Bradley

May 27, 2021 • 35 mins
It is heartbreaking that Connie passed soon after we taped this episode. She was a fierce force, wrapped in Southern charm, who did more for songwriters and Nashvillians than anyone realizes. She was instrumental in the growth and development of Nashville as a music center. 

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Clint Higham

May 20, 2021 • 27 mins
Truly, one of the kindest people in the music business. A power manager who represents Kenny Chesney, Old Dominion, Carly Pearce and Brantley Gilbert among others, Clint is one of the most respected men in Nashville. His love for the music, loyalty to his artists and friends and empathy for others, makes him an anomaly in the music business: a loved manager. 

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Bonnie Garner

May 13, 2021 • 38 mins
What a life! From Playboy Magazine to concert promoter Bill Graham to TV personality Dick Cavett and then Columbia Records in NY, Bonnie was an integral link for women in the record business. She was one of the first female A&R reps and was in “the room” for Bruce Springsteen’s label audition. She relocated to Columbia/Nashville and worked with countless legends, ultimately transitioning to artist management.&nbs...

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Joel Katz

May 6, 2021 • 37 mins
There are king makers and then there is Joel Katz who has crowned more heads than anyone can keep track of. From his first client, James Brown to the countless executives, companies, organizations and legendary superstars, Joel has been at the center of the music business for the last 50 years. 

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Lorrie Morgan

April 29, 2021 • 32 mins
Daughter of Grand Ole Opry Star George Morgan (“Candy Kisses”), Lorrie Morgan spent every weekend of her childhood in the wings of the Opry House observing the craft of country's finest and brightest.  She was one of the breakout stars of the country boom period in the late 80s, scoring numerous hits and awards. And, you better believe she has stories to share.  She was married to country legend Keith Whitley up...

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Michael Campbell

April 22, 2021 • 35 mins
Michael Campbell could almost be considered one of the Shady Ladies, sharing office space and projects for the last 30 years. Michael managed now retired country star Ricky Van Shelton throughout his career, worked at CBS Records interacting with Willie, George Jones, Tammy Wynette and dozens more. Always the artist's friend, Michael’s ever constant humor has kept them, the industry and the Shady Ladies amused and laughing.

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Bonus Episode: 56th ACM Awards

April 20, 2021 • 25 mins
Follow along as the ladies watch and give their thoughts and opinions on the 56th Annual ACM Awards.

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Raul Malo of The Mavericks

April 8, 2021 • 27 mins
Frontman for the incredible and versatile band The Mavericks, Raul Malo has known the Shady Ladies since he moved to Nashville from  Miami 30 years ago. Through the incredibly journey that is The Mavericks' career, Raul and the Shady Ladies have worked together on side projects: producing a two-disc Spanish children’s album for Bandit Records, performing as the first artist for the revived and revered ...

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