Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville
Episodes
72 episodes
Shweta Harve: Music with Purpose, Compassion, and a Global Message
Show NotesIndependent singer-songwriter Shweta Harve joins Tony Mantor for a heartfelt conversation about creating music that goes beyond entertainment to inspire reflection, compassion, and positive change.Origina...
Marty Wilde: The Rock & Roll Pioneer Who Helped Shape Music History
Show NotesRock & roll pioneer Marty Wilde joins Tony Mantor for a remarkable conversation about being at the birth of modern rock music and building a career that has lasted more than six decades.Inspired by the ...
James Hood: Redefining Music Through Immersive Sound and Storytelling
Show NotesGrammy-nominated composer, producer, and immersive artist James Hood joins Tony Mantor for a fascinating conversation about pushing the boundaries of music and storytelling.From performing wi...
George Thorogood: Bad to The Bone, the Blues, and the Stories Behind a Rock and Roll Legend
Show NotesRock and blues legend George Thorogood joins Tony Mantor for a candid conversation about a career that has spanned decades and continues to inspire generations of music fans.From his early days studyi...
Jonathan Antoine On Stardom And Staying Grounded
We sit down with Jonathan Antoine to talk about the moments after Britain’s Got Talent that reshaped his life, from sudden global attention to a deeper understanding of success. We get honest about doubt, adrenaline, family support,...
Victoria Perks On Fuzzbox Fame And The Book That Sparked A New Era
We sit down with Victoria Perks to trace how Fuzzbox went from Birmingham school friends “forming for a laugh” to chart success, touring, and a legacy that still surprises her. We talk honestly about sexism, branding, major-label pr...
Richard Hewson’s RAH band: Journey From Bedroom Demos To Global Streams
We sit down with Richard Hewson, the creative force behind the Ra Band, to trace how an under-credited arranger turns frustration over fees into a self-made recording legacy. We get the real stories behind “Clouds Across The Moon,” Abbey Road s...
Howard Jones On Synths, Stardom, And Staying Authentic
We sit down with Howard Jones to talk about the long arc of an electronic pop career that stays grounded in optimism, craft, and real human connection. He shares how he balances evolving music technology with live performance energy, and why au...
Thomas Dolby On Touring, Storytelling, And Staying Ahead Of Music Tech
We sit down with Thomas Dolby to talk about touring with a full band, reshaping classic songs, and telling the stories behind a career that spans synthpop, songwriting, production, and music technology. He shares why emotion matters...
Juliet Dawn: Songs of Strength, Hope and Healing
Juliet Dawn's Journey: From Trauma to Triumph In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor speaks with Juliet Dawn, a former X-Factor contestant and performer at the Royal Albert Hall. Juliet shares her remarkabl...
Hue and Cry: The Evolution of Brothers in Harmony
Pat Kane of Hue and Cry on New Single “Stronger,” Post-Post-Punk Authenticity, and Keeping Imperfection in the Music Host Tony Mantor introduces his podcast Almost Live Nashville and welcomes Pat Kane of Hue and Cry, the late-1980s duo kn...
Band of Heathens:Harmony, Grit, and the Art of Creating a Lasting Sound
Behind the Music: The Band of Heathens - A Journey of Harmony and Brotherhood Tony Mantor hosts an engaging conversation on 'Almost Live Nashville' with Ed and Gordy from the acclaimed roots rock band, The Band of Heathens. The disc...
Tommy D : His 15 year battle with Live Nation
David vs. Goliath: Tommy D's 15-Year Battle Against Live Nation In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor interviews Tommy D., a fearless concert promoter from New Jersey and founder of Juice Entertainment, who has been...
Tenille Towns: Music, Independence, and Honesty in songwriting
Tenille Towns on Going Independent Again, The Acrobat, and Writing Songs That Help People Feel Less Alone Host Tony Mantor introduces his podcast Almost Live Nashville and interviews singer-songwriter Tenille Towns, who moved from Grand P...
Marcus Hummon: Songs,Stories, and his journey from L.A. to Nashville
Marcus Hummon's Musical Journey: From Nashville Honky Tonks to Grammy Wins In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor interviews Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Marcus Hummon. Hummon shares insights from his extensive ca...
Protomen: Music that defines Rock Opera, Rebellion, and Rhythm
Behind the Scenes with The Protomen: A Rock Opera Odyssey In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor delves into the fascinating world of The Proto Man, a Nashville-based band known for their unique blend of rock opera, ...
Alison Limerick: Her musical journey and the evolution of her hit song, "Where Love Lives" to her 2026 tour
Almost Live Nashville: A Journey Through Music with Alison Limerick In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor delves deep into the career of celebrated UK singer-songwriter Alison Limerick. Alison shares her journ...
Fred Mollin: A Lifetime in sound from Sometimes When We Touch to Soundtracks and more
In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor interviews Fred Mollin, a renowned songwriter and producer, about his extensive career in the music industry. They discuss the production of Mollin's first big hit, 'Sometimes Whe...
Kendra Erika: tone deaf to crafting top 10 hit records with courage and passion
In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor interviews singer-songwriter Kendra Erica. The conversation delves into Kendra's journey from being born tone deaf to achieving five Billboard Top 10 Dance Hits. Kendra shares h...
Jennifer Jones: the journey to be the first African American Radio City Music Hall Rockette
Breaking Barriers: Jennifer Jones' Journey to Becoming a Rockette and Beyond In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor interviews Jennifer Jones, the first African American Radio City Music Hall Rockette. Jennifer s...
Tristan Tritt: His Musical Journey from Country Roots to Rock Music
In this episode, we sit down with Tristan Trit, a country southern rock artist from Georgia, who shares his journey in the music industry over the past five years. Tristan discusses his influences, the merging of rock and country music in...
Bobby Tomberlin: A Country Journey From Radio Waves to Grammy Nods
Bobby Tomberlin: Journey from Small-Town DJ to Nashville Hitmaker In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor interviews Bobby Tomberlin, a seasoned songwriter who got his start as a young DJ in South Alabama. Bobby shares...
Curt Smith: Still making Music with Tears for Fears
In-Depth with Curt Smith: The Journey of Tears for Fears Tony Mantor hosts 'Almost Live Nashville,' featuring a deep dive interview with Curt Smith of Tears for Fears. The episode explores Curt's creative process, the origin o...
Butch Vig: Producing Legends: the journey creating the 90's rock sound
From Studio Trenches to the Spotlight: An Interview with Butch Vig In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Manor converses with Butch Vig, the acclaimed record producer, songwriter, and drummer for the rock band Garbage. Vig s...