Episode 29 – Jason Michael Carroll

There are so many great places to hear live music in Nashville. One of my favorites has always been the Exit/In because of its intimate size and great acoustics. Tonight’s headliner is country’s fast rising star Jason Michael Carroll. Jason’s first single off his sophomore album was a top ten hit and his second single Hurry Home is soaring up the country charts. I’ve always heard Read more

Episode 28 – Gary Allan / Jack Ingram / Eli Young Band

It’s always so amazing to see a show at the legendary Ryman Auditorium. Tonight we talked with Gary Allan about his first time headlining at such a historical place in country music. We also talked to the two acts currently on tour with Gary, The Eli Young Band and Jack Ingram. Read more

Episode 27 – The 57th Annual BMI Country Awards

Tonight we were on the red carpet at the 2009 BMI Awards. This annual event brings the stars out to recognize the hit songwriters of the past year. We had a blast talking with Luke Bryan, Jimmy Wayne, Sarah Buxton, Rodney Atkins, Jason Michael Carroll, Jake Owen, Eric Church and many more of your favorite artists. This is one episode of Nashville At Nite you don’t want to miss! Read more

Episode 26 – Rockin’ The Beer Gut with Trailer Choir

I may have found my new favorite place to spend a nite in Nashville. This week we caught up with Show Dog Nashville’s own Trailer Choir at the home of one of the band members, which happens to be a refurbished church. While they maintained the look of a church on the outside, the inside is stocked full of poker tables, video games and guitars. Stay tuned to hear what life is like on the road for Big Vinny, Butter and Crystal and which member is preaching the gospel of a Sexy Dance Machine. Read more

Episode 25 – KingBilly Is Your Friend

Tonight we caught up with the stars of the new hit reality show “Kingbilly” on GAC. The six members of this up and coming country band have been documenting what life is like both on and off stage as they try to make it big here in Music City. We talked about life on the road which includes a recent trip to Iraq to perform for the troops. We also heard about how a Kingbilly show doesn’t always end once they leave the stage. Stay tuned because this band is here to stay. Read more

Episode 24 – Heidi Newfield / Joey + Rory / Craig Wiseman

The only thing better than a night out in Nashville seeing some of my favorite acts is getting out for a good cause. This week we attended the 5th annual Stars for the Second Harvest, a concert benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. We caught up with former Trick Pony member Heidi Newfield to talk about life since launching her solo career. We also found out what’s new with one of country music favorite duets Joey and Rory and topped the night off with the events host, songwriter Craig Wiseman. The show was a blast and all to raise awareness of those in need. This is one episode of Nashville At Nite you don’t want to miss! Read more

Season Two Preview

Join Carrie Smith as she takes you downtown Nashville for a sneak preview of Season Two of Nashville At Nite!

New Season Announced!

Nashville At Nite returns for a new season with a new host!

We are thrilled to introduce Carrie Smith as your new guide through Music City for the second season of Nashville At Nite! Join her each week as she takes you backstage and behind the scenes with today’s hottest artists!

A native of Phoenix, AZ, Carrie first stepped into the world of country music after landing a job with Country Music Television, touring with some of the hottest names on the road. Her experiences with acts like George Strait, Brooks and Dunn, Kenny Chesney and Little Big Town enabled her to see both sides of the curtain, interacting with fans all across the country. Being a lifelong fan of country music, she has focused her broadcasting background around the genre she loves.

Recently, Carrie has been seen hosting a variety of Internet and television programming including the popular HGTV Solutions. She has also added to her resume an extensive list of radio and TV voiceover work including the series voice host of CMT’s Dedicated.

Carrie adds, “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to host Nashville at Nite and to celebrate great country music in the town I love calling home.”

The new season begins in September!
In the meantime, you can learn more about Carrie by following her on Twitter at:
http://twitter.com/mrscarriesue