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George Birge Shares the Powerful Fan Moment Behind “It Won’t Be Long”

Oct 14, 2026

George Birge Shares the Powerful Fan Moment Behind “It Won’t Be Long”

George Birge’s “It Won’t Be Long” may have become a fan favorite, but the song also serves as a personal reminder for the country star to appreciate the life he already has. During his Backstage Country co-hosting stint with Elaina Smith, Birge explained that he wrote the song as a reminder not to take his … Continue reading George Birge Shares the Powerful Fan Moment Behind “It Won’t Be Long”
Lee Brice on The Stories Behind Three ‘Sunriser’ Songs

Oct 8, 2026

Lee Brice on The Stories Behind Three ‘Sunriser’ Songs

While co-hosting Backstage Country, Lee Brice walked John Shomby through the stories behind three songs from the record: “Never Meet Your Heroes,” “Me and Whiskey,” and “Dogs Are Barking.” Lee Brice ‘Sunriser’ Songs “Never Meet Your Heroes” “Never Meet Your Heroes” immediately grabbed Brice because of its title and its story. Brice didn’t write the … Continue reading Lee Brice on The Stories Behind Three ‘Sunriser’ Songs
Lee Brice’s Children Seem to Be Following in His Footsteps

Oct 7, 2026

Lee Brice’s Children Seem to Be Following in His Footsteps

Lee Brice has spent nearly two decades building a career around songwriting and performing, but his proudest stories these days often have nothing to do with his own career. During his week on Backstage Country, Brice opened up about his three children and the different interests they’re developing—including music, football, track and even horseback riding. … Continue reading Lee Brice’s Children Seem to Be Following in His Footsteps
Kenny Chesney’s “Happiest Breakup Song,” a 5-Year-Old Hit & Eric Church

Oct 7, 2026

Kenny Chesney’s “Happiest Breakup Song,” a 5-Year-Old Hit & Eric Church

This week on Backstage Country Uncut, John Shomby takes the mic while Elaina Smith is away, sitting down with country superstar Kenny Chesney for a behind-the-scenes conversation about his new music, songwriting and upcoming stadium tour. Kenny reveals the surprising story behind “Carry On,” explaining how the song sat on his computer for five years … Continue reading Kenny Chesney’s “Happiest Breakup Song,” a 5-Year-Old Hit & Eric Church
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Kenny Chesney Reveals “Carry On” Sat on His Computer for Five Years

Sep 30, 2026

Kenny Chesney Reveals “Carry On” Sat on His Computer for Five Years

Kenny Chesney’s latest No. 1 might sound like it was destined for the top, but the song actually spent years waiting for its moment. During his week co-hosting Backstage Country, Chesney revealed that “Carry On” had been sitting in a folder on his computer for more than five years before he finally found the right … Continue reading Kenny Chesney Reveals “Carry On” Sat on His Computer for Five Years
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