30 Second Intro

Setting the Stage for Emily West's Story

Meeting Matthew West on Music Row

From Intern to Industry Professional

A Fateful Accident and Quick Engagement

Balancing Career and Family Life

Family Life and Parenting in the Spotlight

Navigating the Challenges of a Music Industry

Social Media and Cooking Adventures

Navigating Social Media as a Music Industry

From Baking to Cooking: Emily's Culinary

The Art of Fashion Styling and Personal Style

Marriage Advice from a Music Industry Insider

Rapid Fire Questions and Musical Moments

Wrapping Up and Closing Thoughts

Before Emily West was married to Matthew West, she was building her own career on Music Row — working in artist development and publicity at record labels in Nashville. In this episode of Married to the Music, Emily shares the story of meeting Matthew through work, how their whirlwind relationship unfolded, and what it’s been like navigating marriage, motherhood, faith, and life in music ever since.

She opens up about raising two daughters while Matthew toured, the realities of supporting an artist behind the scenes, the importance of trust when your spouse is on the road, and why creating a home he always wants to come back to became such a meaningful part of their partnership. Emily also talks about style, meal prep, social media, and the little everyday routines that keep their family grounded.

It’s a conversation about love, timing, partnership, and the life happening behind the spotlight.

 

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Married to the Music is where the spotlight fades and the real story begins. It is honest, heartfelt conversations with the husbands and wives behind today’s country stars, the ones living this life every single day. This is where you get to know your favorite artists on a deeper level through the people who know them best.

From building careers to raising families while tour buses roll out, it is an inside look at what life really feels like beyond the stage and who these artists are when they are home. But even more importantly, it creates space for the partners who do not always get the mic. These are the stories you do not hear on stage, and they matter just as much.

Watch clips and behind-the-scenes moments: @married.to.the.music

Follow Hanley: @hanleyriggs

More episodes and show notes: www.MarriedToTheMusicPodcast.comKnow someone we should feature? Reach out on social: @married.to.the.music

Before Emily West was married to Matthew West, she was building her own career on Music Row &mdash; working in artist development and publicity at record labels in Nashville. In this episode of Married to the Music, Emily shares the story of meeting Matthew through work, how their whirlwind relationship unfolded, and what it&rsquo;s been like navigating marriage, motherhood, faith, and life in music ever since.
She opens up about raising two daughters while Matthew toured, the realities of supporting an artist behind the scenes, the importance of trust when your spouse is on the road, and why creating a home he always wants to come back to became such a meaningful part of their partnership. Emily also talks about style, meal prep, social media, and the little everyday routines that keep their family grounded.
It&rsquo;s a conversation about love, timing, partnership, and the life happening behind the spotlight.
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Follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Married to the Music is where the spotlight fades and the real story begins. It is honest, heartfelt conversations with the husbands and wives behind today&rsquo;s country stars, the ones living this life every single day. This is where you get to know your favorite artists on a deeper level through the people who know them best.
From building careers to raising families while tour buses roll out, it is an inside look at what life really feels like beyond the stage and who these artists are when they are home. But even more importantly, it creates space for the partners who do not always get the mic. These are the stories you do not hear on stage, and they matter just as much.
Watch clips and behind-the-scenes moments: @married.to.the.music
Follow Hanley: @hanleyriggs
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Married To The Music is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes into the lives of country music artists and their spouses. We explore what it’s really like to be married to someone in the spotlight about the challenges, the triumphs, and the everyday life that fans rarely see. From navigating parenthood and relationships to balancing personal dreams while supporting a partner’s career, we dive into the trials and tribulations of being a country artist’s significant other. Through intimate stories, candid conversations, and real-life experiences, this podcast humanizes the lives of your favorite country stars and offers a unique perspective on love, family, and life in the music industry.

Married To The Music&nbsp;is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes into the lives of country music artists and their spouses. We explore what it&rsquo;s really like to be married to someone in the spotlight about the challenges, the triumphs, and the everyday life that fans rarely see. From navigating parenthood and relationships to balancing personal dreams while supporting a partner&rsquo;s career, we dive into the trials and tribulations of being a country artist&rsquo;s significant other. Through intimate stories, candid conversations, and real-life experiences, this podcast humanizes the lives of your favorite country stars and offers a unique perspective on love, family, and life in the music industry.

Married to the Music with Hanley Riggs

Emily West shares how meeting Matthew West through Music Row turned into a whirlwind love story—and what building a marriage, family, and home behind the music has looked like ever since.

Emily West (Matthew West): Graceful, Faithful and Finding Love On Music Row

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