Jim Casey talks with Carly Pearce about:
- releasing her self-titled sophomore album on Feb. 14
- finding confidence over the last few years
- the evolution of her music since releasing her 2017 debut project, Every Little Thing
- her friendship with writer/producer busbee, who passed away in September 2019
- the responsibility of keeping busbee’s music alive
- the success of Top 20 single, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” which features Lee Brice
- songwriters featured on the new album, including Little Big Town, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett, Shane McAnally and more
- making her vocals the focal point of the new album
- finding and recording “Finish Your Sentences,” which is a duet with husband Michael Ray
- co-writing “Halfway Home,” which highlights Carly’s vocal talent
- learning from past tours with Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton and more
- upcoming tour with Old Dominion
- the importance of the younger generation performing on the Grand Ole Opry
Podcast Participants:
- Carly Pearce
- Jim Casey, editor in chief of Nash Country Daily
photo by NCD