Laura Bryna: The Story Behind “Rise”—Music, Loss, and Finding Strength

Show Notes What happens when a song you wrote to encourage others becomes the song you need yourself? On this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor welcomes country artist and songwriter Laura Bryna for a heartfelt conversation about music, family, perseverance, and connection. Laura rec…

The Marsh Family: From Viral Sensation to Original Music-Hope,Heart & Harmony

 Show Notes What began as a family singing together in their living room during the COVID-19 lockdown quickly became an international phenomenon. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor welcomes members of the Marsh Family to share their incredible journey from viral videos to worldw…

Walter Egan: The Untold Stories Behind "Magnet and Steel," Stevie Nicks, Gram Parsons & a Lifetime in Music

Most people know Walter Egan for his timeless hit "Magnet and Steel," but that iconic song is only one chapter in an extraordinary career spanning more than five decades. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Walter joins host Tony Mantor to share the incredible stories behind his journey—from…

Josie & Tina Marie: Building the Josie Music Awards and Championing Independent Artists Worldwide

Show Notes Josie Music Awards founders Josie Passantino-Boone and Tina Marie Passantino join Tony Mantor for an inspiring conversation about creating one of the world's premier platforms for independent musicians. What began as a vision to give unsigned artists the recognition they deserve has…

Alan Warner of The Foundations: The Story Behind “Build Me Up Buttercup” and a Lifetime of Timeless Music

Alan Warner of The Foundations: The Story Behind "Build Me Up Buttercup" Few songs have stood the test of time quite like "Build Me Up Buttercup." For more than five decades, it has brought generations together, becoming one of the most recognizable and beloved songs in popular music. In this epi…

Jaime French: From Beauty Influencer to Reinvention, Comedy, Music & Mental Health

Show Notes Jamie French has built an extraordinary career by embracing change, taking creative risks, and never being afraid to reinvent herself. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor sits down with comedian, YouTuber, singer-songwriter, and content creator Jamie French to di…

Peter Howarth of The Hollies: From Legendary Stages to a Lifetime of Music

Show Notes For more than two decades, Peter Howarth has carried the legacy of one of Britain's most iconic bands as the lead singer of The Hollies. But his remarkable career stretches far beyond one legendary group. In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Peter joins host Tony Mantor to share t…

Mel Denisse: Finding Strength Through Vulnerability and the Sound of Alternative Rock

Show Notes Alternative rock artist Mel Denisse joins Tony Mantor for an honest conversation about songwriting, vulnerability, and discovering an artistic voice that refuses to fit inside traditional boundaries. Drawing inspiration from alternative rock, darkwave, trip-hop, and cinematic soundscap…

John Tesh: From Entertainment Tonight to Beating Cancer, Faith, Music, and the Purpose That Never Ends

Show Notes John Tesh has lived a life unlike almost anyone else. Millions knew him as the co-host of Entertainment Tonight. Basketball fans know his legendary "Roundball Rock" theme that became synonymous with the NBA. Music lovers have filled concert halls around the world to hear his composition…

Andy Kyriacou: Modern Romance, 80s Pop Stardom, and the Stories Behind the Music

Show Notes Drummer and founding driving force behind Modern Romance, Andy Kyriacou, joins Tony Mantor for an entertaining and revealing conversation about the rise of one of Britain's most recognizable pop bands and the journey that has kept the music alive for more than four decades. Andy shares…