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Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.
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- 5 days ago29 min
Grace Kennedy: Stories Behind the Spotlight and the Passion Behind DZIRE
Show Notes From performing with Marvin Hamlisch as a teenager to starring in her own BBC television series, Grace Kennedy has a lifetime of stories to share. She joins Tony Mantor on Almost Live Nashville for a conversation about unforgettable encounters, artistic independence, and the passion behind her album, DZIRE. Grace recalls the encouragement she received from Sammy Davis Jr. and Aretha Franklin, including an evening when Sammy personally cooked her dinner. She also reflects on performing before British royalty, starring in Carmen Jones in Tokyo, and finding unexpected peace through gardening. Looking ahead, Grace shares the seven-year journey behind DZIRE, working with her brother Errol Kennedy, and why songs such as “Strong,” “Wherever You Are Tonight,” and “Love Affair” mean so much to her. Along the way, she offers honest advice about resilience, choosing trustworthy collaborators, and taking ownership of your career. Follow Grace on social media at @GraceKennedyOfficial. Follow Almost Live Nashville for more conversations about music, entertainment, and the people behind the performances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago29 min
Donna Lewis: Beyond “I Love You Always Forever”
Show NotesBehind an unforgettable song is a story that reaches far beyond the charts. On Almost Live Nashville, Donna Lewis reflects on years of developing her craft before worldwide success and the lessons that taught her to trust her creative instincts. Donna shares how motherhood reshaped her priorities and how writing during breast cancer treatment became a source of comfort and expression. She also discusses collaborating with longtime friend David Lowe, embracing emotion over perfection, and her dreams of intimate theater performances and bringing a musical to the stage. Find Donna at DonnaLewis.com and on Instagram and Facebook at Donna Lewis Music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 weeks ago29 min
Randy Montana: Seven Years to “Beer Never Broke My Heart”
Randy Montana spent seven years rebuilding his career after his record deal ended. Then Luke Combs recorded “Beer Never Broke My Heart”—and Randy found himself standing in a packed stadium listening to thousands of people sing the words he helped write. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Randy joins Tony Mantor for an honest conversation about the work, uncertainty, and persistence behind a hit songwriting career. Growing up with his father, songwriter Billy Montana, Randy saw the struggle long before he saw the success. Those early lessons helped him navigate his own journey from recording artist to writing songs for other voices. Randy shares the experience of recording with Emmylou Harris, the heartbreak of a potential George Strait single that fell through, and the childhood fishing memories that inspired “Too Broke for a Boat.” He also explains why creativity requires showing up, how trusted collaborators help shape a career, and why having a hit doesn’t make self-doubt disappear. Through it all, Randy has found something he didn’t fully appreciate when he first dreamed of stardom: a career that lets him create music while being present for his wife and three children. For anyone pursuing a dream through setbacks and changing plans, this conversation offers a candid look at what it takes to keep going—and how success can turn out differently than you imagined. Follow Almost Live Nashville for more conversations with the people behind the music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 weeks ago31 min
Laura Bryna: The Story Behind “Rise”—Music, Loss, and Finding Strength
Show Notes What happens when a song you wrote to encourage others becomes the song you need yourself? On this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor welcomes country artist and songwriter Laura Bryna for a heartfelt conversation about music, family, perseverance, and connection. Laura recalls growing up in rural Maryland and finding comfort in country music during her brother’s prolonged hospitalization. His recovery—and his decision to decline a Make-A-Wish wish so someone else could receive it—helped shape her lifelong commitment to giving back. She shares the story behind “Rise” and how its meaning deepened through her father’s cancer journey and death, her mother’s breast cancer treatment, and the devastating loss of her brother and grandmother. She also remembers returning to the stage shortly after those losses, supported by her band and inspired by her brother’s love of life. Alongside those emotional stories, Laura brings humor and energy to a discussion of independent artistry, her songwriting process, and the small-town connections that inspired “Drink in Town.” She also explains how online criticism inspired “I’m Her,” a song about embracing who you are. In this episode: Growing up in Maryland and following her country music dream to Nashville. Her brother’s recovery and the roots of her Make-A-Wish involvement. Building an independent career with a team that shares her vision. Writing “Rise” and hearing how listeners found strength in it. Navigating grief and finding connection through performing. Celebrating small-town life with “Drink in Town.” Turning criticism into a message of authenticity. The sensitive person behind the confident performer. Connect with Laura: laurabryna.com Follow Almost Live Nashville for more conversations about music, entertainment, and the people behind the songs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Sep 29, 202627 min
The Marsh Family: From Viral Sensation to Original Music-Hope,Heart & Harmony
Show Notes What began as a family singing together in their living room during the COVID-19 lockdown quickly became an international phenomenon. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor welcomes members of the Marsh Family to share their incredible journey from viral videos to worldwide recognition. The family discusses their debut album, Hollow Chapters, the move into original songwriting, and how they've used music to spark conversations about mental health, prostate canc...
- Sep 22, 202629 min
Walter Egan: The Untold Stories Behind "Magnet and Steel," Stevie Nicks, Gram Parsons & a Lifetime in Music
Most people know Walter Egan for his timeless hit "Magnet and Steel," but that iconic song is only one chapter in an extraordinary career spanning more than five decades. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Walter joins host Tony Mantor to share the incredible stories behind his journey—from writing with Gram Parsons, recording alongside Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham, and working at the legendary Sound City Studios, to navigating the highs and lows of the music industry. Walter re...
- Sep 15, 202628 min
Josie & Tina Marie: Building the Josie Music Awards and Championing Independent Artists Worldwide
Show Notes Josie Music Awards founders Josie Passantino-Boone and Tina Marie Passantino join Tony Mantor for an inspiring conversation about creating one of the world's premier platforms for independent musicians. What began as a vision to give unsigned artists the recognition they deserve has grown into an internationally respected awards program, bringing together thousands of artists from around the globe while celebrating talent based on artistry—not popularity, streaming numbers, or soc...
- Sep 8, 202627 min
Alan Warner of The Foundations: The Story Behind “Build Me Up Buttercup” and a Lifetime of Timeless Music
Alan Warner of The Foundations: The Story Behind "Build Me Up Buttercup" Few songs have stood the test of time quite like "Build Me Up Buttercup." For more than five decades, it has brought generations together, becoming one of the most recognizable and beloved songs in popular music. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor sits down with Alan Warner, original member of The Foundations, to explore the remarkable story behind one of music's most enduring bands. Alan takes li...
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About Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville
Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.
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