The Truth About Making It in Music Today | Chris Nardone of Venture Music

The Truth About Making It in Music Today | Chris Nardone of Venture Music

What does it really take to build a successful career in music today? In this episode of That Nashville Girl, Amanda Adams sits down with Chris Nardone, founder of Venture Music, to discuss artist development, entrepreneurship, authenticity, and the realities of building a lasting career in the music industry. Chris shares his journey from aspiring entrepreneur to building one of Nashville’s most respected artist development companies. Together, they explore why so many artists struggle to connect with audiences, how social media has changed the industry, and why authenticity remains the most valuable asset an artist can have. Topics discussed include: • Building Venture Music from the ground up • The biggest flaws in today’s music industry • Why artists struggle to find their audience • Authenticity vs. performance on social media • Artist development in the digital age • Entrepreneurship and long-term success • Nashville’s unique creative culture • How to build a loyal fanbase instead of chasing numbers Whether you’re an artist, songwriter, entrepreneur, or simply fascinated by the music business, this conversation offers an honest look behind the curtain of modern artist development. Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping Nashville’s music scene. Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus episodes on Thursdays! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on That Nashville Girl Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatnashvillegirl], Amanda's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/askamandaadams/], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNashvilleGirl].

Signs of Life: Trey Pendley on CMA Fest, Family, and Finding His Way in Country Music

This week, Amanda sits down with country artist Trey Pendley. Fresh off CMA Fest and celebrating the release of his new single, “Spend My Time Lovin’,” Trey shares stories about Arkansas, family, songwriting, and the experiences that have shaped both his life and his music. It’s a relaxed, funny, and authentic conversation that offers a closer look at the man behind the songs. If you love country music and discovering genuine artists with great stories to tell, this episode is for you. Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus episodes on Thursdays! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on That Nashville Girl Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatnashvillegirl], Amanda's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/askamandaadams/], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNashvilleGirl].

Spotify Calls Sheyna Gee "Breakup Western Country" -- and We're Here for It!

This week, Amanda sits down with Sheyna Gee, a Southern California-raised singer and songwriter known for her unapologetic “Y’Allternative” sound, blending country storytelling with a raw, rock-influenced edge. Sheyna shares what it really takes to build a career in the music industry as a woman, from touring across the US and Europe to finding your voice in a space that is constantly evolving. They talk about the shifts happening in the industry, the realities behind the scenes, and the importance of owning who you are. The conversation also goes deeper into relationships, personal growth, and self-worth, including why sometimes the strongest decision is choosing not to go back to what you’ve outgrown. Honest, bold, and full of perspective, this episode is for anyone learning to stand fully in who they are. Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus episodes on Thursdays! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on That Nashville Girl Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatnashvillegirl], Amanda's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/askamandaadams/], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNashvilleGirl].

Morgxn & JB Somers: Identity, Acceptance & the Power of Being Yourself

This week, Amanda welcomes Morgxn and JB Somers to That Nashville Girl for a conversation about music, songwriting, identity, and the courage to be yourself. Together, they explore how personal experiences shape the songs we write, the power of vulnerability in both music and life, and why creating spaces of acceptance and belonging matters now more than ever. From Nashville stories and creative journeys to deeper conversations about masculinity, authenticity, and community, this episode offers an honest look at the people behind the music. If you love country music, singer-songwriters, and the stories that inspire great songs, you'll love this conversation. Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus episodes on Thursdays! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on That Nashville Girl Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatnashvillegirl], Amanda's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/askamandaadams/], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNashvilleGirl].

The Girl The Internet Hated | Amy Peters Is Taking Her Life Back

When Amy Peters released her documentary Whose Diary Is This?, she wasn't looking for revenge. She was looking for closure. In 2021, a viral TikTok and song turned Amy into the center of an internet firestorm. Strangers made assumptions, online comments piled up, and a promising music career suddenly took a backseat to surviving one of the darkest chapters of her life.  In this episode, Amy shares the story behind Whose Diary Is This?, the documentary that's sparking conversations about internet culture, online bullying, and the danger of believing we know someone's entire story from a five-second video. We talk about the fallout from going viral for all the wrong reasons, why she stepped away from singing her own music, how she found her way back, and why her new music feels more honest than ever. Most importantly, we talk about resilience. Because this isn't just a story about what happened to Amy Peters. It's a story about what happens when people decide they know who you are -- and what it takes to reclaim your own narrative. If you've ever been misunderstood, judged, underestimated, or forced to start over, this episode is for you. Follow Amy:  Instagram: @actuallyamypeters  YouTube: @ActuallyAmyPeters  Substack: Actually Amy Peters Watch Whose Diary Is This? and discover why Amy Peters is one of the most compelling voices emerging from Nashville right now -- and why I didn't hesitate to her side of the story. Don't forget: new episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus episodes on Thursdays! Like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to make sure you never miss a minute! Connect with Amanda on That Nashville Girl Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatnashvillegirl], Amanda's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/askamandaadams/], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatNashvilleGirl].