Ella Langley on Making Music She Loves
By Jen Fox on 3-16-2026
Ella Langley dropped by Backstage Country to co-host with Elaina Smith for a week, where the “Choosin’ Texas” singer talked about making music she loves, and how artists should not be limited by genre. ‘All I’m Doing is Writing Music That I Love’ Langley shared how Ronnie Millsap has been a big inspiration for her upcoming record, Dandelion. She … Continue reading Ella Langley on Making Music She Loves
Ashley Cooke: Behind the Mic and the Music
By Jen Fox on 3-12-2026
When Ashley Cooke took over co-hosting Backstage Country with Elaina Smith, she didn’t just bring her songs; she brought the stories behind them. Turns out, behind every track is a piece of her and personal experiences: love, heartbreak, and calling someone on their BS. Ashley Cooke Songs ‘The Hell You Are’ Ashley Cooke – the … Continue reading Ashley Cooke: Behind the Mic and the Music
Ashley Cooke On Her Creative Process
By Jen Fox on 3-11-2026
Ashley Cooke, on her gig as Backstage Country’s Elaina Smith co-host talked about her creative process, going to LA to write, and her “new sonic era.” Ashley Cooke and Her ‘New Sonic Era’ Before the release of her latest album Ace, the “Over When We’re Sober” singer revealed how she’s often asked about when she would release … Continue reading Ashley Cooke On Her Creative Process
