The Jay Franze Show: Country Music - News | Reviews | Interviews
The Jay Franze Show is your source for the latest Country Music - news, reviews, and interviews, providing valuable insights and entertaining stories, stories you won’t find anywhere else. Hosted by industry veteran and master dry humorist Jay Franze, alongside his charismatic co-host, the effortlessly charming Tiffany Mason, this show delivers a fresh, non-traditional take on the world of country music.
Jay and Tiffany bring you behind the scenes with insider insights, untold stories, and candid conversations with seasoned artists, industry pros, and rising stars each week. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the information, or to be part of The Crew (their family), they’ve got you covered.
You will be entertained, educated, and maybe even a little surprised—because nothing is off the table on The Jay Franze Show.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 54 minutes
- Episodes
- 163
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Taylor Swift's Engagement, Best Party Song, and Country Music News
What happens when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement announcement collides with a passionate debate about the greatest party song of all time? Pure entertainment gold on The Jay…
Christopher Wyze
Ever wondered what it would be like to completely reinvent yourself after a successful career? Christopher Wyze's remarkable journey from advertising executive to blues musician proves …
Best line in a Song, Weekly Top 10, and Country Music News
What makes a song lyric truly unforgettable? Is it the clever wordplay, the raw emotion, or the way it perfectly captures a universal feeling? Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason dive headfirs…
Billie Jo Jones, Songs Without the Title in the Chorus, and Country Music News
Get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation with rising country star Billie Jo Jones as she joins Jay Franze and co-host Tiffany Mason for a candid discussion about her mu…
Chris Erasmus
Few artists bring a perspective to country music as unique as Chris Erasmus. Growing up in a game reserve in Zimbabwe before relocating to South Africa, Erasmus developed an authentic c…
Robby Johnson, Best Vocal Intros, and Country Music News
Step into the recording studio with country artist Robbie Johnson as he reveals the creative journey behind his new single "You Pick the Flowers." In this candid conversation, Robbie sh…
Trey Calloway, Overplayed 80s Songs, and Country Music News
What does it really take to chase country music dreams while keeping your life in balance? In this heartfelt conversation with rising country artist Trey Calloway, we pull back the curt…
Dani Bacon
What happens when a talented songwriter develops their craft far from the industry spotlight? Dani Bacon brings us the answer from rural Washington, where she's forged a musical identit…
Unlikely Country Hits, Songs That Take You Back, and Country Music News
Ever wonder why certain country songs defy all odds and become massive hits? Jay and Tiffany take you behind the scenes of 14 unlikely country smashes that broke all the conventional ru…
Jason Chapin (Son of Harry Chapin)
Jason Chapin takes us behind the curtain of his father's most enduring musical legacy. As the 50th anniversary of "Cats in the Cradle" approaches, Jason reveals the surprising true orig…
MacKenzie Leigh, Best Collaborations, and Country Music News
Meet MacKenzie Lee, a Boston-based singer-songwriter who's crafting a unique musical identity she calls "dark pop." Stepping into our studio with the confidence of someone who's found h…
Most Important Women In Country Music, Underrated Female Vocalists, and Country Music News
What makes a country music legend truly important? Is it chart success, cultural impact, or lasting influence? Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason tackle these questions head-on while reviewin…
Gradience
Uncovering the musical evolution of Gradients, this episode takes listeners behind the curtain with a Minnesota rock band crafting their sound somewhere in the gradient between hard roc…
Most Important Men In Country Music, Underrated Male Vocalists, and Country Music News
What happens when two passionate music lovers discover a list ranking "The 25 Most Important Countrymen of the Last 25 Years" that places George Strait at #15 and Garth Brooks at #13? A…
Stephanie Rabus
When Stephanie Rabus sits behind a microphone, magic happens. The Nashville country artist brings a rare authenticity to her music that cuts through the noise of formulaic radio hits. O…
Scarlett Jackson, Soundtrack of Your Life, and Country Music News
A chance encounter at CMA Fest turns into show gold as Scarlett Jackson joins Jay Franze and Tiffany Mason to share her behind-the-scenes experience working the Shenandoah booth. What b…
CMA Wrap Up, Artist You Would Like to Meet, and Country Music News
Nashville's legendary CMA Fest vibrates through this episode as Jay and Tiffany take you behind closed doors of country music's biggest gathering. Far more than just concerts and fan ex…
This Day in History, Your First Album Purchase, and Country Music News: Featuring Mark Badolato
Step into the musical time machine with Jay Franze and co-host Tiffany Mason as they navigate through fascinating moments in music history, from Kenny Rogers and Dottie West topping cha…
Ann Kittredge
What happens when a Broadway performer steps away from the stage for a decade to raise children, then reemerges as a recording artist? In this candid conversation, Ann Kittredge reveals…
June Birthdays, Your First Concert, and Country Music News
Ever wondered what connects Journey concerts, floating in salt pods, and country music birthdays? This episode takes you on a journey through music history and personal stories that wil…