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Rising star Vincent Mason has come a long way from his Georgia roots—through Mississippi and straight into Nashville’s spotlight as an Amazon Music Artist to Watch. Get to know the soulful newcomer as he drops his debut album There I Go, gears up for his first headlining tour, and reveals what he will (and won’t) be doing Down Under on his international debut. Meanwhile, Kelly and Amber enroll in “Idol University,” catching up with Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan to preview the next season of American Idol, which is set in Music City! Next Week on Country Heat Weekly: everything you need to know about the 59th Annual CMA Awards - including a chat with show host Lainey Wilson! Make sure you're following the podcast so you don't miss an episode! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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We've got everything you need to know about Country Music Month on Amazon Music! From Lainey Wilson’s Amazon Music Live performance to behind-the-scenes stories with Kenny Chesney and new music from Orville Peck, The Red Clay Strays and Elizabeth Nichols, there’s plenty for country fans to enjoy. Plus, hear the latest update on Riley Green’s rollerblade purchase, get a preview of Shaboozey’s upcoming film, and learn how Amazon Music is partnering with Musicians On Call.
A lot has happened since Lainey Wilson was last on Country Heat Weekly. She got married, made new music, became buddies with John Mayer and somehow still found time to get ready to host the CMAs again. And we're gonna cover ALL of it! The country superstar opened up about getting used to life as a WIFE, took us inside the writing room of her new song “Kind of Love It” and gave Amber the chance to talk about sports ahead of her post game concert after NEXT week’s Thursday night football game. Plus, she looks ahead to hosting the 2026 CMA Awards, where you might even see her break out a bedazzled broom for Ella Langley (you’ll have to listen to find more!) There's a lot more to come in October so be sure to follow the hosts on IG to stay up to date on all the fun ahead: Amber - @HeyItsAmberA Kelly - @TheKellySutton
No Shoes Nation - Assemble! Kenny Chesney joins us to share some stories (the ones he can tell!) behind the OG Vibe Room and legendary 30+ year career. He previews next year's tour, when he brings Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Greylan James out on the road, and reveals a long ago connection Greylan shares with Kenny's mom! Of course, we had to get the stories behind his new album, Silver Sands Marina and learn why the record took nearly three years to make. Plus the tables are turned when Kelly and Amber submit to a round of Kenny-esque Burning Questions!
There are LOTS of laughs when Riley Green joins Country Heat Weekly to talk about his new album, That’s Just Me, his journey so far on The Voice, and what it means to headline Stagecoach. Kelly and Amber get the backstory on his Amazon Exclusive song, his latest thrift purchases and even a preview of The Voice: Celebrity. He opens up about honoring Toby Keith on his new music, working with Brooks & Dunn, and the menagarie of farm animals at home. Plus, Riley reveals the story behind his latest late-night purchase: rollerblades.