McMahon on Keys
After a career of concert tours (Tim McGraw, Chris Cagle), numerous hits as a studio keyboard player, and an Academy of Country Music award nomination, Jeff McMahon brings his casual experience to the table for live performances and lively discussions with both established artists and those winding their way through the music industry.
Episodes
25 episodes
Audra McLaughlin
Jeff sits down with Audra McLaughlin, the outstanding soul/country songstress that first gained notoriety after a four-chair turn on "The Voice" and then as a member of Blake Shelton's "Team Blake." They talk about the opportunities and obstacl...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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1:28:43
Rick Monroe and the Hitmen
Rick Monroe swings by "McMahon on Keys" to give a sneak peek of the album, "Six Gun Soul," from Rick and his devoted band, The Hitmen. Together, they reflect on their early appreciation of the legendary Jim Croce ("Bad Bad Leroy Brown," "Operat...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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34:56
Ashlyn Grayce
As an artist, Ashlyn Grayce broke into the music scene with her first EP, Somethin’ ‘Bout A Song, and its debut at #4 on the iTunes Singer/Songwriter Chart and their Bestseller list; as a songwriter, she collaborates with some of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:07:33
Darran Smith
McMahon kicks back with longtime Tim McGraw bandleader, guitarist and co-producer Darran Smith as they laugh their way through past adventures on the road and in the studio. Darran goes full storyteller as he tells his tales of winning an award...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:42:34
Paige King Johnson
Yes, Paige King Johnson is an award-winning songwriter, artist, and vocalist. She's a strong talent, an impressive creative, so much so that country legend Pam Tillis has saddled up alongside her as mentor and collaborator. As I've come to know...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:14:33
Julielle
Country funk songstress Julielle is a new artist by most standards, but she has hit the ground running with confidence and certainty. With four single releases in 2023 and more on the way, Julielle has already stirred up the music pot from Los ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:16:56
Dakota Danielle
A last-minute opening concert slot for hitmaker Chris Cagle introduced us to Dakota Danielle and her music, a country blend of spunk, kindness and resilience. Dakota shares how her experience on the tennis court has helped her succeed musically...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:05:52
The Indian Buckarette (Richa Nagendra)
"The Indian Buckarette" is the alter ego of Richa Nagendra, a blogger, promoter, and lover of country music born and raised in Bangalore, India. We discuss being a country fan from across the world, her first trip to Nashville, and what it's li...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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51:16
Emma Rowley
Now in Nashville with a brand-new alt-pop record, Emma Rowley was first a star on Broadway as a kid, with a professional debut alongside stage icon Patti Lupone in Gypsy, followed by a run of Bye Bye Birdie s...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:28:54
Radio Personality Hannah B.
Now a vibrant radio personality on three radio stations in the Chicago area, Hannah B. has been on our radar since her first podcasting venture while still a college student with a dream of being in radio; Hannah invited McMahon in as part of t...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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27:56
Christie Huff
With over 6 millions streams, Christie Huff is a prolific singer-songwriter balancing gracefully between pop and country. In this interview, we discuss her songwriting session with hitmaker Mark Irwin ("Highway Don't Care" for Taylor Swift and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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1:18:15
Krystal King
Krystal King launches her latest project, “Red Wine and White Lies,” and sets the table for new releases, talks about her new gig with Jimmy Buffett’s “Radio Margaritaville,” shares the downside of wearing overalls on a yacht, and perform...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:15:22
Taylor Hughes
From both behind-the-scenes and behind the piano, McMahon has watched as Taylor Hughes works to carve out her place in the music business. Taylor loves her songs, her friends, her bourbon...and laughter. They talk through the launch of her firs...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:16:17
Troy Castellano
Troy Castellano has covered a lot of ground as a Nashville songwriter, musician, and producer. He has left his mark on songs with Tommy Lee of Mötley Crüe, been recognized as a writer on "Take the Trailer" by The Heels at the 2019 Canadian Inde...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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50:11
Jeff McMahon
The tables are turned this week as Zach Stone jumps behind the mic to interview our host, Jeff McMahon. What does it feel like to play on a hit record? How did McMahon get started in country music? What led to his working with Tim McGraw? ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:15:58
Sheridan Gates
"Bambi-footed" is how Sheridan Gates describes those young female talents that step tentatively through the scary music industry. An artist herself with he own music and experiences, she helps them navigate the threats and potholes to get close...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:19:37
Maddye Trew
Maddye Trew is the real deal - both as a country music singer and as a human. This interview shines a light on her sparkling personality, soulful vocal and country flair as she and McMahon talk tour buses, concert stages, new songs, her mama's ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:15:08
J.D. Shelburne
J.D. Shelburne was flipping through his copy of "Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors: This is Ours" well before releasing his own music and seeing his own songs on the charts. In this episode, J.D. and Jeff dig into both, as well as Shelburne'...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:09:25
Gabrielle Metz
Gabrielle Metz had a mission as a child: GET TO NASHVILLE. After an early graduation, she did just that – gathering up singles, spins, and songwriting skills with focus, deliberation, and persistence beyond her years. Her latest single, “Mixtap...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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51:50
Dave Wilbert
Dave Wilbert is a country singer with a passion for the clever, relatable and heartfelt lyrics that typified 90s country; this candid conversation reveals Wilbert’s new music as well as the common path that Dave shared with McMahon’s history on...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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59:33
Lindsey Fish
Still a college student at Texas A&M, Lindsey Fish has already released seven original songs and is not waiting until graduation to go after the dream — becoming a working singer and songwriter. With her mix of talent, enthusiasm, a support...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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39:29
American Blonde
American Blonde. Natalia and Tinka. As you might expect, (or probably not), they talk playing dilapidated juke joints and dive bars before they were teenagers. One sings while riding behind the drum kit. One is your typical songwriter/rac...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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40:24
Turk McNamara
Nashville first fell in love with Turk McNamara as he filled the room, night after night, performing traditional Irish music. Soon, Nashville songwriters came to recognize the talent and truth in Turk’s own lyrics and performances. Now, he host...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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45:30
Caroline Kid
Finding your way through the music business when you are just getting started can be a bit puzzling. When Caroline Kid met McMahon at a songwriter panel a few years ago, the two quickly became friends as well as musical collaborators. In this e...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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49:33
McMahon on Keys (Trailer)
After a career of concert tours (Tim McGraw, Chris Cagle), numerous hits as a studio keyboard player, and an Academy of Country Music award nomination, Jeff McMahon brings his casual experience to the table for live performances and lively disc...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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