Cody Johnson Reveals the Surprising Rule He Follows When Choosing Songs
By Jen Fox on 7-2-2026
Behind every Cody Johnson album is a careful selection process, and it turns out, one of his biggest rules is not knowing who wrote the songs he’s considering. While co-hosting Backstage Country with Elaina Smith, Johnson offered listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how his latest album, Banks of the Trinity, came together. From choosing songs to deciding on the album’s … Continue reading Cody Johnson Reveals the Surprising Rule He Follows When Choosing Songs
Inside ‘Banks of the Trinity’: Cody Johnson Breaks Down the Meaning Behind the Songs
By Jen Fox on 6-30-2026
Fresh from the release of his latest album, Banks of the Trinity, Cody Johnson is co-hosting Backstage Country with Elaina Smith and sharing the stories behind some of the tracks included in the album. Cody Johnson Hits “Hello Lonesome” Cody Johnson – Hello Lonesome (Audio) Johnson described “Hello Lonesome” as the most country song he’s done in 20 years. … Continue reading Inside ‘Banks of the Trinity’: Cody Johnson Breaks Down the Meaning Behind the Songs
