Chris Young Invited To Join Grand Ole Opry

August 30, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

Grammy nominated vocalist Chris Young was surprised during his Grand Ole Opry performance this evening by Country Music Hall of Fame and Opry member Vince Gill with an invitation to become an official Opry member. The invite came just prior to Young’s performance of their chart-topping duet “Sober Saturday Night.” Growing up in nearby Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Young dreamt of one day taking the stage at the Opry, making his debut on June 15, 2006. Another dream came true for the 32-year-old singer with tonight’s Opry invitation. Young’s formal induction will take place Tuesday, October 17, just days before the release of his 7th album, Losing Sleep.

Click HERE to listen to Bill Cody’s chat with Chris Young just moments after his on-stage invite!

Also, check out the video below to see it all happen!

Steven Curtis Chapman – I Played The Ryman

August 28, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos / 2

In honor of the 125th anniversary celebration of the Ryman Auditorium, 650 AM WSM has launched I Played The Ryman – a series of interviews and videos surrounding the stories and memories from artists who have had the opportunity to headline a concert at the historic Ryman Auditorium.

Check out Charlie Mattos’ interview below with Steven Curtis Chapman!

Sports Night with George Plaster – WSM News

July 26, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Articles, Events / 1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 26, 2017

650 AM WSM LAUNCHES NEW SPORTS TALK SHOW

HOSTED BY GEORGE PLASTER

NASHVILLE, TN – Country radio icon 650 AM WSM today announced the July 30 premiere of Sports Night, a weekly sports talk radio show hosted by industry veteran George Plaster airing on 650 AM WSM, online at wsmradio.com, and via the station’s mobile app.

Sports Night will air Sunday evenings from 5-8 p.m. CT and will provide an appealing and informative look at all things sports. The format of the show will be similar to the No. 1 rated sports talk shows Plaster has hosted on various FM stations in the Nashville market in the past. WSM Program Director Jonathan Shaffer will serve as show co-host.

“No matter the season or year, there’s always great stuff to talk about in sports,” Plaster said. “I’m thrilled Jonathan is going to be part of the show with me, and I’m excited to get back in the studio and talk with the fans. I know I’ve got the station’s complete confidence in what I want to do and I know they’re going to allow me to do this the way I want to do it. That’s the only way I would have agreed to this show.”

“We’re excited to welcome George back to the airwaves of WSM,” Shaffer said. “When you have the chance to add a legendary talent to a legendary signal, you do it.”

Plaster got his start in radio at 650 AM WSM as a reporter for the Waking Crew with host Ralph Emery. More recently, in addition to the role of sports talk show host, Plaster has been a radio and television play-by-play broadcaster for several college teams.

“I always liked WSM because of its strong signal, and the thought that I’ve got a chance to talk to people in 38 states and half of Canada just intrigues the daylights out of me,” Plaster said.

Sports Night joins other one-of-a-kind programming on 650 AM WSM including an array of country music programs hosted by the station’s nationally-recognized broadcast staff and the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, a member of the Radio Hall of Fame. For more information on WSM or Sports Night, visit www.wsmradio.com or https://www.facebook.com/wsmradio/.

About 650 AM WSM:

650 AM WSM’s first official broadcast day was October 5, 1925. The station is the radio home of the Grand Ole Opry, which has been broadcast live over the WSM airwaves since its inception. 650 AM WSM is owned by Ryman Hospitalities (NYSE: RHP). A weekly listing of all 650 AM WSM programming is available at wsmradio.com.

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Ricky Skaggs – Ryman Memories – Interview

June 22, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

In honor of the 125th anniversary celebration of the Ryman Auditorium, 650 AM WSM has launched Ryman Memories – a series of interviews and videos surrounding the stories and memories that artists share about the historic Ryman Auditorium. Hosted by Eddie Stubbs and featuring various monthly guests, these special stories and memories are sure to warm your heart!

Check out parts #1 and #2 of Eddie’s special interview with Ricky Skaggs below!

Drew Holcomb – I Played The Ryman – Interview

June 21, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos / 1

Check out Charlie Mattos’ interview below with Drew Holcomb. This interview took place prior to Drew’s second sold out show at the Ryman…and on his BIRTHDAY!

John Paul White – WSM Interview

May 21, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

Eric Marcum was onsite at Nashville’s Musicians Corner recently and caught up with John Paul White prior to his afternoon performance.

Check out their interview below.

Ketch Secor – I Played The Ryman – Interview

May 16, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos / -1

Check out Eric Marcum’s interview below with Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor!

Steve Wariner – Ryman Memories – Interview

April 21, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

In honor of the 125th anniversary celebration of the Ryman Auditorium, 650 AM WSM has launched Ryman Memories – a series of interviews and videos surrounding the stories and memories that artists share about the historic Ryman Auditorium. Hosted by Eddie Stubbs and featuring various monthly guests, these special stories and memories are sure to warm your heart!

Check out parts #1 and #2 of Eddie’s special interview with Steve Wariner below!

Gibson Brothers – I Played The Ryman – Interview

April 21, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

Check out Charlie Mattos’ interview below with the Gibson Brothers!

Josh Turner – Bridgestone Arena – WSM Interview

March 9, 2017 By Nicole Judd In Live Interview, Videos /

Eric Marcum was onsite at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena recently for the 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time. – A Heroes & Friends Tribute to Randy Travis event and caught up with Josh Turner for a quick chat.

Check out their interview below.

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