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Now Hear This Entertainment

Bruce Wawrzyniak
Songwriting
Nashville
Country Music
Music Production
Music Industry
Music
NAMM Show
Los Angeles
Grammy Awards
J. Michael Harter
Mental Health
Manuel the Band
Sobriety
Songwriting Process
Florida
Lucky Harmon
Are You Going To Kiss Me Or Not
Cowboys
Spotify
Ecce Shnak

Now Hear This Entertainment features interviews with guests who are having success in the entertainment business, with the content presented in a way that not only entertains fans of that guest and fans of good music interviews in general, but in a manner that educates musicians, singers, songwriters – entertainers who want to learn from those who are being interviewed each week by Bruce Wawrzynia... more

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Award-winning singer, songwriter, and guitar player who was featured in a Rolling Stone “Songs You Need to Know” feature and an “American Songwriter” magazine feature. She is also an author, playwright, and touring member of The Black Opry. She was a... more

Nashville-based singer, songwriter, guitar player who has released three singles so far this year, with the latest having come out in July, another dropping this Friday, and then an EP in November! He is a CMA member and has been a winner and nominee... more

Nashville-based singer, songwriter, guitar player, and recording artist who has earned dozens of accolades over her career, including multiple Canadian Country Music Association Awards, a JUNO Award for Best Country Artist, an Academy of Country Musi... more

Nashville-based singer, songwriter, guitar player and recording artist who is a three-time GRAMMY nominee. She has released two singles so far this year, one of which she performed in her Grand Ole Opry debut back in April. Her voice and songwriting ... more

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Recent Guests

Trey Calloway
Singer, songwriter, guitar player
Independent artist, Myrtle Beach/Nashville scene
Episode: NHTE 658 Trey Calloway
Carolyn Dawn Johnson
Singer, songwriter, guitar player, recording artist, producer
Independent artist / CDJ
Episode: NHTE 657 Carolyn Dawn Johnson
Jamie Floyd
Singer, songwriter, guitarist, recording artist, and musical theater composer
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Episode: NHTE 656 Jamie Floyd
Mark Irwin
Hit songwriter and guitarist
Self / Various publishers
Episode: NHTE 655 Mark Irwin
Tierney Allen
Lady Gaga tribute artist, producer of Gaga Evolution and Married by Gaga
Vegas Lady Gaga / Gaga Evolution / Married by Gaga
Episode: NHTE 654 Tierney
Darlene Koldenhoven
Vocalist, composer, producer, and pianist; GRAMMY Award-winning artist
Independent musician
Episode: NHTE 653 Darlene Koldenhoven
Lester T. Raw
Frontman for The Pine Box Boys, performer in Graveside Quartet and Good Evening Folks
The Pine Box Boys
Episode: NHTE 652 Lester T Raww
Dave Barbarossa
Drummer known for Adam & the Ants, Bow Wow Wow, Barbarossa Beat
Barbarossa Beat / Invisible Hands Music
Episode: NHTE 651 Dave Barbarossa
Nick Stefanacci
Pop and jazz saxophonist, composer, producer, educator, and philanthropist
Independent musician / Nick Stefanacci Music
Episode: NHTE 650 Nick Stefanacci

Host

Bruce Wawrzyniak
Host of Now Hear This Entertainment; guides interviews and facilitates conversations with guests across the music and entertainment industries.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Best interview of my career!

    Bruce did the best interview of my career at NAMM. Wendy did a splendid job organizing and planning the interview. I've listened to their other podcasts as a result, and am now a lifelong fan. Thank you both for the excellent work you do! 5/5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julian Kerins
    United States4 years ago
  • Such a great concept!

    I enjoy the work Bruce has done to shed light on songwriting and songwriters! I love what I’ve heard and can’t wait to hear more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    -Stuart
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    It was an honor and a pleasure being on the show! Thank you Bruce,

    RT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allenoklahoma
    United States6 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast! A really great listen!

    Bruce hosts such a great diversity of guests on his show that make it not only entertaining to listen to, but insightful for those in the industry to help grow and advance their careers!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanozR
    United States6 years ago
  • Informative

    I was impressed with how informative this podcast was. No wasted time. No chit-chat. Just information that would be genuinely useful to an up-and-coming artist.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SongAppeal
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host asks insightful questions and puts guests at ease.
The show provides practical, actionable advice for artists and creators.
Listeners praise the mix of new talent and industry veterans.
Sound quality and interview craft repeatedly highlighted as top-notch.

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NHTE 656 Jamie Floyd
Q: How do you decide whom to write with and what makes a collaboration work?
Jamie emphasizes prioritizing talent and emotional honesty over fame or label status, relying on word-of-mouth within her songwriting community and referrals to find new co-writers who fit her voice and goals.
NHTE 656 Jamie Floyd
Q: What does a typical song camp look like and how can someone participate?
She describes one-on-one co-writing sessions via Zoom, the recording of the session as a pitch-ready track, and how she mentors across all ages, with a fall song camp and contact details for inquiries.
NHTE 656 Jamie Floyd
Q: Tell us about the work in theater over the last nine years and what it taught you as a storyteller.
Jamie explains how she was encouraged by Marianne Good to try musical theater, how Nashville storytelling training prepared her for theater, and how she wrote all 33 original songs for her first show while collaborating with experienced directors and teams.
NHTE 652 Lester T Raww
Q: How does live performance differ from studio recordings for your bands?
Bruce and Lester discuss how live shows emphasize a more theatrical, narrative experience with stage banter and on-the-fly arrangements, while studio work allows deliberate shaping of the story, including layered sounds and effects.
NHTE 652 Lester T Raww
Q: What inspired you to re-record earlier songs for new records?
Lester explains it came from wanting to refresh a beat and vocal approach, especially with a drummer who joined later, and to let audiences hear the newer energy while preserving the song's original narrative core.

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A interviews-focused series centered on success in the entertainment and music industry, featuring musicians, producers, educators, and industry veterans. Conversations typically explore career trajectories, creative processes, collaboration, and practical advice for artists navigating recording, touring, and branding. Listeners can expect candid stories about breakthrough moments, behind-the-scenes workflow, and strategies for sustaining long-running creative careers. A notable strength is the host's ability to draw out actionable insights from a wide range of guests, from established veterans to rising talents, with an emphasis on mentorship and industry education for aspiring performers and creators.

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1. Trey Calloway
2. Carolyn Dawn Johnson
3. Jamie Floyd
4. Mark Irwin
5. Tierney Allen
6. Darlene Koldenhoven
7. Lester T. Raw
8. Dave Barbarossa

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