Shady Ladies Of Music City

From his early days as a struggling artist to his current unprecedented success as writer, publisher, producer and television personality, Shane shares his journey from dejection to acclaim and happiness with a family and more success than he ever dared dream.

It is heartbreaking that Connie passed soon after we taped this episode. She was a fierce force, wrapped in Southern charm, who did more for songwriters and Nashvillians than anyone realizes. She was instrumental in the growth and development of Nashville as a music center. 

Truly, one of the kindest people in the music business. A power manager who represents Kenny Chesney, Old Dominion, Carly Pearce and Brantley Gilbert among others, Clint is one of the most respected men in Nashville. His love for the music, loyalty to his artists and friends and empathy for others, makes him an anomaly in the music business: a loved manager. 

What a life! From Playboy Magazine to concert promoter Bill Graham to TV personality Dick Cavett and then Columbia Records in NY, Bonnie was an integral link for women in the record business. She was one of the first female A&R reps and was in “the room” for Bruce Springsteen’s label audition. She relocated to Columbia/Nashville and worked with countless legends, ultimately transitioning to artist management. 

There are king makers and then there is Joel Katz who has crowned more heads than anyone can keep track of. From his first client, James Brown to the countless executives, companies, organizations and legendary superstars, Joel has been at the center of the music business for the last 50 years. 

Daughter of Grand Ole Opry Star George Morgan (“Candy Kisses”), Lorrie Morgan spent every weekend of her childhood in the wings of the Opry House observing the craft of country's finest and brightest.  She was one of the breakout stars of the country boom period in the late 80s, scoring numerous hits and awards. And, you better believe she has stories to share.  She was married to country legend Keith Whitley up until his tragic death and later married and divorced country star Sammy Kershaw. Lorrie was also managed by Shady Lady Susan Nadler who likes to credit Lorrie for encouraging her love of country music and playing pranks on people.  Beyond her music career, Lorrie and her husband own Lorrie Morgan’s Spicy Hot Chicken Coop in Panama City Beach.

Michael Campbell could almost be considered one of the Shady Ladies, sharing office space and projects for the last 30 years. Michael managed now retired country star Ricky Van Shelton throughout his career, worked at CBS Records interacting with Willie, George Jones, Tammy Wynette and dozens more. Always the artist's friend, Michael’s ever constant humor has kept them, the industry and the Shady Ladies amused and laughing.

Follow along as the ladies watch and give their thoughts and opinions on the 56th Annual ACM Awards.

Frontman for the incredible and versatile band The Mavericks, Raul Malo has known the Shady Ladies since he moved to Nashville from  Miami 30 years ago. Through the incredibly journey that is The Mavericks' career, Raul and the Shady Ladies have worked together on side projects: producing a two-disc Spanish children’s album for Bandit Records, performing as the first artist for the revived and revered Soundstage music series on PBS and many other moments of madness!