Jack & Diane have built long-term friendships with these fellow Performing Songwriters, who make up the official Nashville Unleashed Roster. The DIVERSITY of these Artists is most intriguing, running the gamut of musical styles.
These Artists all exhibit mass appeal, superior musicianship, impeccable songwriting skills, strength of character and integrity. Different Artists from this Roster join Jack & Diane on each show. Take a few moments to get to know these remarkable Artists.
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Someday - Anna Johnson
We Carry On - Troubaduo
Angels - Sabrina
Sweet Surprise - Colleen McFarland
Let Me Be Your Lover - Julie Forester
If You Love Me Long Enough - Lisa Shaffer
Good Intentions - Travis Meadows
The Rock - Jeff Batson
Just Because - Paul Nielsen
Let's Make A Run For It - Nicole Johnson
Live - Eric Haines
People Fall In Love - Mason Douglas
Foolin' - Justin Zimmer
Stars Align - Jamie Prosser
Break It You Own It - Shay Watson
Current 2012
DANNY MITCHELL
Danny's music has been performed in Carnegie Hall and he has worked/written with some of the best songwriters and musicians in the business. But Danny says it best: "When you hear my new CD, you might think of artists like Michael Buble, Bruce Hornsby, or Harry Connick Jr. . As much as I love having my name in the same sentence as the aforementioned, I've stopped trying to define myself based on someone else's legacy. I'd rather create my own. And so, if you're willing to listen, I'd be honored to tell you my story in the best way I know how: sitting at a piano, singing my songs."
NANCY CASTEELE
Nancy was born and raised in Kortrijk, a small city located in the West of Belgium. She studied and performed music at a young age and visited Tennessee at the age of 17. In 2000, Nancy was signed as an Artist on Warner Brothers Holland. She went to beautiful Budapest for the recording of her first video of the single All In One You. The song became the “fastest climber” of the Dutch pop charts. In 2003 she signed a deal with Universal Music and is currently recording in Nashville. Nancy's Music
JEFF MILLER
Jeff is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and a bit of a guitar virtuoso, with his unique mastering of the “loop”. Maintaining a rigorous tour schedule, Jeff has racked up radio play on over 175 stations, has cultivated a national fan base and continues to win new fans over. Jeff's Music
COLLEEN MCFARLAND
Colleen's music can be heard in the TV series' Northern Exposure and Swing Town, as well as radio stations across the country including Sirius XM. Colleen was picked for Best of Show for “The Miller Tells Her Tale” a popular Americana radio podcast from Edinburgh, Scotland, and has been featured on BBC Radio 2 with Bob Harris and Bryan Burnett of BBC (Brand New Country). Colleen's Music
BLUE MOTHER TUPELO
Rising up from the dusty Delta lowlands and muddy bayou banks of Mississippi through the bluffs of Memphis to the mountains of east Tennessee, comes the unique Southern Soul sound of award-winning duo, Blue Mother Tupelo. 2005′s Miramax film, Daltry Calhoun, features Blue Mother Tupelo’s dreamy rendition of the Paul Anka classic, Put Your Head On My Shoulder. BMT's Music
BRITTINI BLACK
Brittini's current single "Good Happens" aired in the Top 20 for 7 weeks on GAC and is also airing on CMT Pure. She's featured singing in the national Aaron’s TV commercials, She has performed the National Anthem on live television at numerous major sporting events including NASCAR, NHL, NFL, The Breeders Cup and other sports franchises. Brittini landed a song in the movie and soundtrack “New in Town” starring Rene Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr.
DON POYTHRESS
Don is one of Nashville’s premier songwriters. Enjoying a recent #1 hit with I'm A Little More Country Than That recorded by Easton Corbin, his songs have been recorded by both acclaimed country stars including Tim McGraw, Clint Black, and Travis Tritt, and Christian artists such as Jaci Velasquez, The Martins, and Brian Littrell. Accordingly, Don’s accolades also cross genre lines. In 2006 The Martins’ recording of Don’s song “The Promise” received a Dove Award for Southern Gospel Recorded Song of the Year. Two years later he received an ASCAP award for Kellie Pickler’s chart-topping hit, “Things That Never Cross A Man’s Mind.” But regardless of the artist, Don always stays true to his spiritual heritage. Don's Music
BERNIE NELSON
Bernie is a multi-platinum, award-winning songwriter. He's also a fantastic Artist in his own right. Wynonna, Conway Twitty, Randy Travis and Confederate Railroad are among the Artists who have enjoyed success recording Bernie's songs. In 2002, he achieved "million airplay" with his song "Daddy Never Was The Cadillac Kind". Bernie's Music
DAVE GIBSON
Dave teamed up with rocker Blue Miller, famed guitar player for the Bob Seger band, in 1990. The duo formed the Gibson-Miller Band. They scored multiple top ten hits as well as a coveted Academy of Country Music Award for New Vocal Group or Duo in 1994. Dave is also revered for his songwriting, penning Alabama's mega-hit "Jukebox In My Mind", Joe Diffie's "Ships That Don't Come In", and Montgomery Gentry's "Lonely And Gone" among numerous others. Dave's Music
Travis is an unforgettable performer whose well-crafted songs and raw vocal ability have won him fans and a coveted songwriting contract with Universal Music Publishing Group. Having already received numerous accolades for his songwriting, including a 2001 ASCAP award and eight Top 20 hit singles, Travis has had 24 major label cuts worldwide. His songs have been recorded by Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jake Owen, and Lee Ann Womack among others. An incredible Artist himself, Travis has just released a new CD Killin Uncle Buzzy, which is his finest work to date. Travis' Music
LISA SHAFFER
Lisa is a highly respected Recording Artist and Songwriter who co-wrote the current Radio and CMT Video Hit Hip Hop In A Honky Tonk by Colt Ford, the CMT Video and Radio Hit I’ve Gotta Start Somewhere by Rhonda Vincent, The #1 song I’ve Seen It All by Christian Bluegrass Artists Darin and Brooke Aldridge, and Lisa’s songs are on albums up for both Grammy & Dove Awards in 2011. Lisa's Music
ANNA JOHNSON
In 2008, Anna won the hearts of the legendary rock band Queen, when they heard her song “Flowers On Monday” and gave her a full 4-year scholarship to pursue songwriting at McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul, MN. Anna's Music
JULIE FORESTER
Julie is a professional writer for OSM Music group, and formerly for Starstruck Entertainment/Texoma Ten Music Publishing (Reba McEntire’s Company). She just released a new CD, Plus 6 Live, and currently has pop icon Tiffany’s radio hit Feel The Music. Julie won the coveted lead role in the Off-Broadway Production and European tour centered around the life of Eva Cassidy, toured Ireland & Scotland last fall with Joey & Rory, and performed on the West End stage in the Olivier Award winning production of “Ragtime” in London, England. Julie's Music
TROUBADUO
Husband and wife duo Jill and Bryson are TROUBADUO. They were featured artists for AWAKE Music Publications 2010, Featured Vocalist of the Month in February 2009 Songwriter Universe Magazine, they wrote the Campaign song for the 2007 Make-A-Wish Foundation, they have nearly 50,000 fans collectively, their songs We Carry On and Halfway to Homeless are playing on the soundtrack to THE RECESS ENDS which appeared on CNN, they’ve been selected to appear on Mallet’s Place TV which airs in Staten Island, NY & Los Angeles, CA nearly 1 million viewers. Troubaduo's Music
DAVID BRADLEY
While working with singer/songwriter/producer Brady Seals (Little Texas, Hot Apple Pie), David put the finishing touches on his highly anticipated new album, “Movin’ On”. The first single release, “Soak It Up” was a successful summertime hit . David’s new single, “Hard Time Movin” On”, a heart-wrenching and emotional break-up song written by Rivers Rutherford and Gordie Sampson, features Rodney Crowell on backing vocals and is currently airing on CMT and GAC. David's Music
DAISY DERN
After completing her debut album and enjoying success with her Billboard-charting single, entitled "Gettin' Back To You," Daisy parted ways with Mercury Records and decided to pursue her artistry and songwriting on her own. She has had her songs recorded by Gordon Mote ("Carry Me Away"), Stealing Angels ("If I Smoked"), Kristina Cornell ("Little Red Balloon" and "Tumbleweed") and Brad Davis ("Gettin' Back To You"), and continues to write and record. Daisy is the Creative Director for Savannah Music Group, which she co-owns with husband, Dave Gibson, and Jeff Cohen.
NICOLE JOHNSON
From Denham Springs, Louisiana now living in Nashville, this 17 year old singer/songwriter has a voice that is “sweet, yet powerful, always effortless, but never over the top.” Her work ethic and passion prove there is “no plan b” for this up and coming country star. Always sporting a smile, once you've met her, you will not forget her. You can Click Here to connect with Nicole on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
BILL WHYTE
Bill is a hit songwriter, comedian and major-market radio personality including the world-famous WSM-AM/FM, home of the Grand Ole Opry. Bill was inducted into the RADIO HALL OF FAME in February 2012, alongside Eddie Stubbs. Bill has had chart success, penning hit songs for Ray Stevens, Brady Seals, Linda Davis, Cledus T. Judd (below), among numerous others. Bill's Music
SHAY WATSON
Shay Watson has written songs for bands and solo artists such as Grammy Winning DC Talk’s (and Newsboys)’s Michael Tait, Word Recording Artists-Sidewalk Prophets, Fox Sports, Grammy Nominees, Sonicflood, his own duo ‘Watson & Nash’ and James Clay amongst others. With chart success in Europe under his belt and a number of songs cut and singled to radio by various artists in the United States, Shay has carved out a place for himself in the global music community as a songwriter, artist and producer. Shay's Music
DARRYL MACQUARRIE
With a commanding presence, deep baritone voice, and a down-to-earth personality, Darryl makes an instant connection with listeners. Originally from San Jose, California, Darryl made his way to Nashville and is currently working on his debut CD. Darryl's Music
CJ WATSON
CJ is a successful songwriter, winner of 2008 Kerrville New Folk Award, author, and guitar virtuoso. He's performed on the air with NPR, The Rick and Bubba Syndicated Morning Show, and a frequent guest on the WSM Opry Star Spotlight and Ernest Tubb Midnight Jamboree. CJ has shared the stage with Dr. Hook, Foghat, The Pointer Sisters, The Byrds, Shawn Mullins, Bad Company, Georgia Satellites, Brad Paisley, Juice Newton, among others.
WILL REHBERG
Will started out in the music-rich culture of Athens, Georgia before making the move to Nashville 10 years ago, arriving in town the same year as Jack & Diane. With one of the most commanding voices and stellar songwriting chops, Will is a fantastic talent that is not to be missed. Will's Music
RILEY WESTON
Riley is a passionate "story teller", having written and acted in many television shows and feature films but is now focusing on her biggest passion, country music! You've seen her act on shows like Growing Pains and Felicity (where she was also a writer). She signed deals with Touchstone Pictures and Television brass, going on to write, produce, direct and star in several movies. Among them: Damaged (Writer, Artisan Entertainment), Christmas at Water’s Edge (Writer/Actress, ABC TV), Dark Beauty (Writer, Lifetime), Summer at Dad’s (Writer, FOX), The Nanny Express (Writer, Lifetime), Always and Forever (Writer, Hallmark) and she just completed writing Mother of the Groom for Hallmark.
DANI CARROLL
Dani has worked with such Nashville greats as David Malloy, producer for Reba McIntyre, Dolly Parton, and Mark Collie, John Jarvis, two-time Grammy winning songwriter; and Skip Ewing, a Grammy nominated country artist and songwritert. Dani performed often with Elektra recording artist Jason Mraz ["The Remedy," "You and I Both"] in San Diego, her hometown. Making the move to Nashville in 2002 and inking a deal with Famous Music Publishing, Dani continues to write songs with some of Music Row’s top talent. Dani's Music
MASON DOUGLAS
Rural Rhythm Records Artist, Mason has showcased at the Ryman Auditorium; opened for Trace Adkins, James Otto, & Jewel; continued radio airplay with the song “Home Free”; released his 2010 debut CD. Mason is: a HUGE military supporter; originally from Tucson, Arizona; a diehard Arizona Wildcats & Dallas Cowboys fan; a red wine lover. Mason's Music
JEFF BATSON
Jeff was recently nominated for a Grammy Award for his title cut on Tracy Lawrence’s latest CD The Rock. Jeff ‘s song Hometown Heroes was used by the Air National Guard in a series of national promotions that included both television and radio commercials. Jeff has also had success on the Texas Music Chart, co-writing hits with Texas artist/writer Jamie Richards, who took Wasted and Last Time ‘til the Next Time to the top 10. Jeff's Music
KAREN STALEY
Karen is not only a respected Artist/Vocalist in her own right, but she is the award-winning songwriter behind mega-hits like Faith Hill’s Take Me As I Am and Let’s Go To Vegas, as well as Trick Pony’s On A Night Like This and Tracy Byrd’s Keeper Of The Stars, among numerous other cuts from Artists in country music. Karen's Music
ERIC HAINES
Eric is a compelling Recording Artist and Songwriter, most recently releasing the impeccable CD American to critical acclaim. It is evident when you hear him sing that he formerly recorded for a major label. Now enjoying the success he has had as a Nashville songwriter, his latest work was recently featured on the nationally syndicated Phil Valentine Show. An authentic Red White And Blue American! Eric's Music
TRENT JEFFCOAT
Trent is a Professional Songwriter and Recording Artist with his own remarkable story to tell having survived and overcome paralysis from a serious car accident. He now writes professionally for The Writer’s Den in Nashville and has just released a new album featuring inspiring songs like When I Find Me That Mountain, and Be A Hero To Someone. Trent’s song, The Seed, was recently recorded by Mainstream Country Artist Billy Dean. Trent's Music
JUSTIN ZIMMER
Justin is 1/2 of the duo, Justin & Jamie. With his boyish grin, impressive vocals, and sought-after guitar chops, Justin is a memorable Artist. Fresh off the Tiffany tour which included ABC’s Good Morning America and The View, Justin’s impeccable talent pales in comparison only to his genuine and humble nature. Justin's Music
MARK STEPHEN JONES
Known as “The Carolina Poet”, Mark writes professionally for the legendary Harlan Howard Songs in Nashville. He co-wrote title cut for Lynyrd Skynyrd’s latest CD God And Guns, he wrote Hank Williams Jr’s latest hit Red White And Pink Slip Blues, among others by Artists such as Toby Keith. Mark's Music
PAUL NIELSEN
Born and raised in L.A., Paul moved to Nashville where Music Row's Americana Entertainment picked him up instantly. Currently his catalog is represented by Soundhaven Music Publishing. Paul’s newest CD, “Trust the Water” (co-produced with Chip Martin) has received universally high praise. A seasoned songwriter, Paul is a much sought-after guitarist, including radio and television broadcasts, when he's not performing as an Artist. Paul's Music
SABRINA MURDAUGH
With a powerful yet velvety-fired voice and her unique guitar styling Sabrina communicates the music found in all aspects of life. Now, Sabrina’s story is from the words of one of her favorite songs “Music of Life“….I hear the music of life. Its melody’s so sweet, it speaks to me. No matter the rhythm or rhyme, there’s a symphony of life calling out to me…….It makes me want to sing…..and sings is what she does. One of the most moving and powerful voices, yet one of the kindest and most genuine souls. Sabrina's Music
JAMIE PROSSER
One half of the duo, Justin & Jamie, Jamie holds her own as an Artist and has an immediate ability to warm the hearts of an audience. A multi-faceted songwriter, Jamie seamlessly flows between childlike innocence to preacher’s daughter rebellion in her music. With a purity in her demeanor, a rich tone in her voice and that southern Georgia drawl, Jamie is an Artist that sneaks up on you and that you cannot help but fall in love with. Jamie's Music
DEE BRIGGS
Writing professionally for Songscape Music in Nashville, Dee is one of the most fun-loving and sought after musicians in town. Often lending his talents both live on stage and in the studio, he is a multi-instrumentalist and extremely versatile songwriter and singer.
ADAM POPE
Adam is an old-school entertainer in every positive sense of the word. He captures the energy of Elvis & Garth, with Cash’s perspective, Hank William’s honesty, and mixes it with the traditional sounds of country music. His full band consists of upright bass, drums, guitar and Adam delivering the intensity as well as the heart of a great front man. He just released a new CD This Is Adam Pope. Adam's Music