Rephonic
Artwork for Now Hear This Entertainment

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes649Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Music CommentaryMusic

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Now Hear This Entertainment

Latest Episodes

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist who in March released his ninth album, fittingly enough, titled, “9 Dreams.” Based south of Los Angeles, he has gotten international airplay and media coverage from Portugal to Canada to the UK and more. He e... more

South Africa-based platinum-selling singer/songwriter and producer whose latest single was released in February as well as an official music video for it. He will be touring extensively in Europe in late October and most of November, doing 16 dates i... more

Singer, songwriter, guitar player who just released a new single last month, after having put out a new track the month before and a third at the start of this year – ON New Year’s Day! He has been working with a producer that has won multiple GRAMMY... more

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist who has won two GRAMMY Awards. Last year she released three singles and a full-length album. Based in Nashville, she has written songs for, recorded with, and toured with a range of household names in country... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Bluegrass Unlimited's Podcast
Bluegrass Unlimited's PodcastBluegrass Unlimited Magazine

Recent Guests

Jeffrey Kunzel
Singer, songwriter, guitarist; releases music under Kunzel Records
Kunzel Records
Episode: NHTE 645 Jeffrey Kunzel
Rebecca Lynn Howard
Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist
Pump House Records
Episode: NHTE 644 Rebecca Lynn Howard
Scott Holderby
Lead vocalist and guitar player for Emery Villains
Emery Villains
Episode: NHTE 643 Scott Holderby
Rob Hatch
Award-winning hit songwriter from Nashville
Pump House Records; Entersong Entertainment; Las Vegas Songwriters Festival
Episode: NHTE 642 Rob Hatch
Daniel Keller
Chair of the Audio Engineering Society Los Angeles; Host of Insights in Sound; Co-Founder of Artist Brain Collective; Adjunct Professor at UNLV
Unknown (AES LA; UNLV; Artist Brain Collective; Insights in Sound)
Episode: NHTE 641 Daniel Keller
Thaddeus Corea
Songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, film composer, and music producer
Self/Various projects
Episode: NHTE 640 Thaddeus Corea
Zoe Thrall
Director of Studio Operations, The Hideout Recording Studio
The Hideout Recording Studio (Las Vegas)
Episode: NHTE 639 Zoe Thrall
Justin Gray
Grammy- and Juno award-winning bassist, composer, engineer, producer, educator, and artist
Independent artist/Immersed project
Episode: NHTE 638 Justin Gray
Chris Standring
Guitarist, recording artist, producer, songwriter and arranger
Independent artist, founder of his own label
Episode: NHTE 636 Chris Standring

Host

Bruce Wawrzyniak
Host of Now Hear This Entertainment

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 States3 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 States5 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

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

High-quality interviews with practical takeaways for musicians and managers.
Diverse mix of guests and industry topics keeps the content fresh and useful for growth.
Bruce delivers thoughtful, deep artist interviews that pull out actionable insights.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

NHTE 643 Scott Holderby
Q: What role does Rhoda play in Emery Villains, and how did her mentorship shape your writing?
Rhoda is like a matriarch and a living bridge to older musical traditions; her stories and approach taught me to understand the groove, structure, and emotional storytelling in the music, which opened up writing possibilities and authentic phrasing.
NHTE 643 Scott Holderby
Q: Scott, how did you transition from a thrash metal background to rockabilly and Western Swing?
The transition flowed from years of listening to a wide range of styles and collaborating with flexible players; it wasn't about forcing a change but letting experiences and musical curiosity guide what felt natural, especially with Danny White and Rhoda's influence.
NHTE 645 Jeffrey Kunzel
Q: What are your long-term goals as an artist and any upcoming projects?
He aims for a sustainable career, continuing to release material, leveraging DSPs and magazine placements, and using his platform to help other musicians while building a national presence.
NHTE 645 Jeffrey Kunzel
Q: How has your sound evolved over time and what drives that evolution?
He describes a mostly organic evolution through folk, country, and rock influences, embracing multiple genres to fit the song rather than chasing a single lane; collaborations with a top producer helped shape the modern sound.
NHTE 645 Jeffrey Kunzel
Q: Let's start by having you share first all about the song you were playing, Long Hard Day.
He explains he wrote Long Hard Day around 2018 as an acoustic track reflecting hard realities of life, and why he waited to release it due to seeking better recording quality and the right producer, culminating in a later, more polished version.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Now Hear This Entertainment

What is Now Hear This Entertainment about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on conversations with successful musicians, songwriters, and entertainment professionals, focusing on the craft, career journeys, and industry insights that help aspiring artists grow. Episodes often balance creative processes with practical guidance on networking, branding, and navigating the music business, with frequent coverage of live events like NAMM and collaborations with legendary figures. A standout aspect is the emphasis on authenticity, resilience, and evolving artistry across a wide range of genres, making it valuable for both artists and industry professionals seeking actionable takeaways.

Noteworthy is the frequent pairing of artist storytelling with behind-the-scenes industry context, plus a track record of... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Now Hear This Entertainment?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Now Hear This Entertainment. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Now Hear This Entertainment and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Now Hear This Entertainment get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Now Hear This Entertainment, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Now Hear This Entertainment?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Now Hear This Entertainment, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Now Hear This Entertainment have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Now Hear This Entertainment has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Now Hear This Entertainment?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Now Hear This Entertainment:

1. Bluegrass Unlimited's Podcast

How many episodes of Now Hear This Entertainment are there?

Now Hear This Entertainment launched 12 years ago and published 649 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Now Hear This Entertainment?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Now Hear This Entertainment?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Now Hear This Entertainment from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Now Hear This Entertainment?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Now Hear This Entertainment. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Now Hear This Entertainment?

Recent guests on Now Hear This Entertainment include:

1. Jeffrey Kunzel
2. Rebecca Lynn Howard
3. Scott Holderby
4. Rob Hatch
5. Daniel Keller
6. Thaddeus Corea
7. Zoe Thrall
8. Justin Gray

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days