Episode 30 Jeremy Stover: Hit Country Songwriter and Producer

Growing up in a small town in Georgia, Jeremy Stover had no clue his life would turn to music. What he knew was that the emotion he felt when he heard good music was transformative and later realized he wanted to be a part of the industry. Listen as he and Andy chat about his formative years, what drew him to Nashville, and why he’s now been drawn to developing artists and producing music. It wasn’t until Jeremy was in college that he realized how drawn to the music industry he truly was. He was there to learn more about the textile industry, so that he could take over his family’s business, and what he found was an undying love of the artistry of songwriting. He left college with his sights set on Nashville and determined to make his mark. His first internship put him in the path of some of the greats in country music and he’s been writing for them ever since. Jeremy is a delight to listen to. His passion for writing music is evident, not only in the songs he’s written and co-written, but also in the way he discusses the craft. But it’s his passion for up and coming artists that truly sets him apart from the crowd. Listen as he shares the stories behind some of thel huge songs he’s written and why they are so impactful. He also talks about the difference between writing love songs and songs that are more reflective of life experience. This was an amazing conversation! Show Highlights: [00:10] Jeremy Stover is a hit songwriter and producer out of Nashville. [01:14] A big thanks to Lesly Simon for introducing Andy and Jeremy. [02:00] Learn more about Jeremy’s upbringing and early days. [04:01] Did he have any connection to music early on?  [06:37] What was his experience with music growing up?  [09:19] Who were his rock influences?  [11:14] What was his first entry into being a musician and songwriter?  [15:27] Hear more about his early experiences in Nashville.  [17:08] How did he begin to establish himself?  [21:21] What was it like when he got his first #1 hit song?  [23:16] Why he decided to build his own company. [25:53] How much of lyric writing is craft?  [27:43] Reflective songs can be so much more powerful than love songs.  [31:06] Learn more about “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home.”  [35:35] What’s the story behind “We Didn’t Have Much?” [38:32] Will he still consider using Zoom to write with artists who aren’t in town?  [39:07] What are some of the biggest challenges of being a songwriter?  [40:09] Hear about Jeremy’s recent writing retreat experience. LINKS & RESOURCES Jeremy Stover: http://www.redcreativegroup.com Instagram: @countryjeremyst Songs discussed during the interview: How I'll Always Be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSbnrPSuwQY  The Ones That Didn't Make It Back Home https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHvx5D-zDfo We Didn't Have Much https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyQrBGPxdK8   Mentioned During the Interview:  Episode 10 Lesly Simon: General Manager Pearl/Gwendolyn Records for Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood   Follow The Music Makers:  The Music Makers on Instagram   The Music Makers podcast theme song was written and produced by Andy Kushner with help from the rhythm section and horn players of the band, SoundConnection: Elliot Jefferson, Lamonte Silver, Keith Hammond, Roy Lambert, Joe Herrera, and Craig Alston.   Sponsor: Kushner Entertainment    Check out Andy's Other Podcast: The Wedding Biz