Country Heat Weekly

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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Remember when Lainey Wilson described her perfect engagement ring to Kelly and Amber? Well she got it this week! Catch up on the latest country news including why Dierks Bentley sent Kelly flowers and a full recap of Cody Johnson's Nashville show. Plus we celebrate Black history month with a look at the impact Black artists had and continue to have on country music.

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In honor of Valentine's Day tomorrow, we have invited a very special country music couple to the table, The War & Treaty! Get ready to laugh until you cry with these partners on stage and off, as they tell us all about the origin of their love story. Their new album Plus One drops on Valentine's Day. We get the back story on writing with Miranda Lambert and recording with some reluctant family members! They also s...

Remember these names: Adrien Nunez, Graham Barham, Lanie Gardner, Noeline Hofmann, Vincent Mason, Waylon Wyatt, & Zach Top. We'll introduce you to them and their music as we prepare to watch their stars rise in 2025! Plus Amber & Kelly take you behind the scenes of Kelsea Ballerini's Nashville tour stop! 

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Season 6 is kicking off in style with the one and only Kane Brown! Kelly and Amber are doing their best to keep their fangirling in check as Kane opens up about his new album, The High Road. He shares everything from star-studded collaborations to personal stories and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments. Plus, he gives an update on life at home with his wife, Katelyn, and their three kids, and teases what’s to come on his ...

Are Nate Smith, Dasha, Jordan Davis & more on Santa's Naughty or Nice list? We've got the scoop before we roll out an encore of our chat with Jon Pardi. Relive a festive conversation where he shares the inspiration behind new holiday album, "Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi." Along with all the holiday talk, we explored some of the changes Jon is making in his life in 2024, including sobriety, a new skin care regimen and...

Before heading out for a holiday break, Kelly and Amber chat with stars including Luke Combs, Dasha, Jordan Davis, and Cole Swindell about their 2024 highlights. Plus we go backstage at the Opry for an exclusive chat with Ella Langley about being the first female to top the Billboard Country Airplay chart this year!  

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What took Little Big Town so long to give us a Christmas album? They'll tell us, and share the challenges of naming said album in this holiday themed edition of Country Heat Weekly. Find out who is on Santa's Nice List (and who isn't) plus get more scoop from Kelly and Amber's backstage chats with the stars including Sam Hunt, Parker McCullum, Ashley McBryde & more! 

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Luke Combs, Ella Langley, Old Dominion, Blake Shelton and Cody Johnson are just a FEW of the stars that Kelly and Amber talk to ahead of the 2024 CMA Awards! They get the inside scoop on performances, talk to the New Artist nominees about their nerves, and hear from show host Luke Bryan about the new hosting lineup. Why doesn't Luke Combs believe in using pyro? Who is Bailey Zimmerman's red carpet date? And why didn't Cody...