DROP ME OFF IN NASHVILLE PODCAST
Drop Me Off in Nashville is a raw and real podcast that dives into the stories behind the music, the artists chasing their dreams, and the industry insiders who help shape them. Hosted by Scottie Hugger & Friends, each episode takes you from the garage to the stage, exploring the grit, grind, and glory of life in Music City.
Episodes
55 episodes
YOUR 2027 MUSIC CAREER STARTS RIGHT NOW
The Real Cost of Building a Music CareerTalent is only the beginning.In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we take an honest look at what it really costs to build a serious music career. From songwriting, studio time...
THE REAL COST OF BUILDING A MUSIC CAREER
The Real Cost of Building a Music CareerTalent may open the door, but building a real music career takes much more than writing a great song.In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we break down the true investment beh...
FIND OUT WHO YOUR FRIENDS ARE- JIM ELIASON
Scott sits down with comedian Jim Eliason for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with one important question: How do you find out who your real friends are in the music business?From there, they head north to Minnesota’s Iron Range,...
EVERYBODY WANTS THE DREAM. but can you handle it... (Part 2)
Episode Title: Everybody Wants the Dream… But Can You Handle It? (Part 2)Everybody wants the record deal.The sold-out shows.The publishing contract.The radio hit.The spotlight.But very few people are prepared for w...
Drop Me Off in Nashville on Ruko TV & Fire TV
WATCH DROP ME OFF IN NASHVILLE ON ROKUGetting started is easy!Turn on your Roku device or Roku TV.From the Roku Home Screen, scroll down and select Search.Type: Drop Me Off In NashvilleSelect the...
EVERYBODY WANTS THE DREAM. but can you handle it...(Part 1)
Episode Title: Everybody Wants the Dream… But Can You Handle It? (Part 1)Everybody talks about moving to Nashville.Everybody wants the record deal.The sold-out shows.The publishing contract.The radio hit.The spotli...
18 STEPS TO COLLECT YOUR SONGWRITING MONEY- WORLDWIDE!
Season 4 kicks off with one of the most important episodes yet. Scott breaks down the 18 essential steps every songwriter, artist, and independent creator needs to know to collect royalties correctly. From BMI, SoundExchange, The MLC, publishin...
MIKE ESTES LEGEND IN SOUTHERN ROCK
Mike Estes – Legendary Southern Rock GuitaristMike Estes is a powerhouse guitarist best known for his time as a lead guitar player with Lynyrd Skynyrd, one of the most iconic bands in American rock history. With roots deeply plant...
WHERE DO I GO IN NASHVILLE?
I broke it down for you...1) Broadway Ave2) The Ryman3) the Bluebird Cafe4) Music Row5) Music Valley- My favorite by far~ Good ole Country Music- PLUS FREE SAFE PARKING
MY OLDER BROTHER MARK & I...
OUCH THAT HURT! "Don't do that again Scottie"International Music Manager, Hockey, Hibbing, Nashville, Lil' Brother vs Big Brother, Writing Songs, Taking Chances. You can always go home...
NETWORKING MIGHT BE YOUR OWN NEIGHBOR – MICHAEL & GABRIELLE (Part 2)
You never know who’s living right next door.In this episode, Michael and Gabrielle—both powerhouse talents in theatre and music—join the podcast. They’re major players in the Tampa, Florida scene… and they live just 50 feet from me. I ha...
NASHVILLE / SONGWRITERS / FRIENDS & MORE
Let's just sit down and visit about stuff~ Scottie & Friends do just that. Scottie brings in his friends to visit about the last three seasons of Drop Me Off In Nashville Podcast! What was that TV 350M homes?
MUCKEYES OPENING New Port Richey FL! Owner Mark George
SONGWRITERS IN THE TAMPA AREA! Scottie sits down with Angie, Mark Maynor (owner of Podcast Production Music), and special guest Mark George — the man behind the brand-new venue Muckeye's opening in New Port Ric...
BILLY DEVEREAUX THE SINGING MECHANIC
This week on Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie Hugger sits down with Billy Devereaux — better known as The Singing Mechanic — and his story runs deep in both horsepower and hit records!Billy isn’t just a mechanic...
ACTOR / ARTIST FRANKIE JUSTIN
This week on Drop Me Off in Nashville, we sit down with Frankie Justin — artist, singer-songwriter, and actor — for a conversation that goes way beyond the music.Frankie opens up about his journey through the industry, ba...
TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR: ARTIST SAMMY COSSAIRT
In this powerful episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we sit down with Sammy Cossairt, a true force in the trades and a shining example of what leadership, grit, and skill really look like.Named Tradeswoman of the Year...
SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENTS! THANK YOU GUYS!
BIG ANNOUNCEMENTDrop Me Off in Nashville is officially LIVE on Channel 312 on Roku and FireTV.What started as a podcast built on real conversations, real artists, and real Nashville stories has now expanded ...
NETWORKING MIGHT BE YOUR OWN NEIGHBOR – MICHAEL & GABRIELLE (Part 1)
You never know who’s living right next door.In this episode, Michael and Gabrielle—both powerhouse talents in theatre and music—join the podcast. They’re major players in the Tampa, Florida scene… and they live just 50 feet from me. I ha...
THE INDUSTRY SOMETIMES SUCKS YOU GUYS!
In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie dives into the complexities of the music industry, emphasizing the importance of a supportive team when releasing songs. He shares insights from a recent meeting about his reality show, aimin...
NOMINATED CHRISTIAN ARTIST DARRIN CHARLES
For this episode of Drop Me Off In Nashville Scottie Hugger sits down with a special guest connection close to home. Our friend Jenny told me about her brother-in-law, Darrin Charles—a Christian artist whose songwriting has earned indust...
COWRITING- PRISON OR LIFE: THE STORY BEHIND THE LINES
In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scott sits down with his co-writer Will to tell the unbelievable true story behind the feature film Prison or Life.They’ve never met face-to-face. They come f...
FORMER LYNYRD SKYNYRD GUITAR PLAYER MIKE ESTES AND I!
For this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie sits down with Mike Estes, former lead guitarist for Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Engineer John Albani, longtime engineer and trusted figure behind the scenes of many.
SONIC EDEN STUDIOS JOHN ALBANI & I TALK STUDIOS
For this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie sits down with John Albani of Sonic Eden Studios for an in-depth conversation on recording history, evolving technology, and where music is headed next.John sha...
FROM HIBBING MN TO AN INTERNATIONAL MUSIC MANAGER
From the iron ranges of Hibbing, Minnesota, to the bright lights of Nashville, Scott Hugger has walked a road few dare to travel. His journey in the music industry has been anything but simple — filled with liar's, cheaters, thefts, hard lesson...