COUNTRY MUSIC SUCCESS STORIES, HOSTED BY CANDY O’TERRY, FEATURING MUSIC CITY MENTOR, JACY DAWN VALERAS, RELEASE INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH MULTI-PLATINUM SELLING AND AWARD WINNING SONGWRITER, LINDY ROBBINS

Award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, Candy O’Terry and Music City Mentor, Jacy Dawn Valeras have released a new episode in their joint podcast project, Country Music Success Stories. This latest podcast is an intimate conversation with Multi-Award winning songwriter Lindy Robbins from Los Angeles whose hits include songs by many of the top artists in the music industry. Subscribe to the podcast here and listen on all podcast platforms here.

“I really enjoyed my interview with Candy and Jacy. They had done their research and were really well prepared, so the questions helped me to both reflect on and appreciate my career in a new way, and I appreciated their professional but down to earth approach,” shared Lindy Robbins.

“Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would sit in a backyard garden, just outside of Los Angeles with multi-format songwriter Lindy Robbins. For a look inside the heart and soul of a hitmaker, hit that download button on this very special episode of our podcast,” shared host of Country Music Success Stories, Candy O’Terry.

“Lindy is a great example of a songwriting success story. Her hits crossover genres and are some of the biggest songs in modern music. Her words of wisdom and advice for young writers is spot on and it was a true honor getting to spend time with her,” related co-host of Country Music Success Stories, Jacy Dawn Valeras.

Past guests have included Anthony Resta, Jim Vest, Pam Lewis, Jim Messina, Jamie O’Neal, Sonny LeMaire, Bobby Tomberlin, Frank Myers, Lily Isaac, Chris Lindsay, Bill Anderson, John Schneider, Collin Raye, Aimee Mayo, John and Robin Berry, Steve Dorff, Naomi Judd, Jeannie Seely, Crystal Gayle, Lori McKenna, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Larry Strickland, T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang.

The popular podcast made its debut in the top 25 on Apple Podcasts USA Music Interviews Chart and has been picked up by iHeartMedia, the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally, and RADIO.COM, which is powered by Entercom, the second-largest radio group in the country and the top podcast producer which includes 800+ streaming stations across the US.

In this Nashville-based podcast, radio legend and master interviewer Candy O’Terry goes straight to the pros to hear their stories. From singers to producers, songwriters to record label executives, radio programmers and DJs, to PR and marketing pros, every episode is a deep dive into what it takes to succeed in the country music industry. If you want to make it in Nashville, you need a roadmap. Music City Mentor and Founder of Platinum Circle Media, Jacy Dawn Valeras provides valuable advice about everything from writer’s rounds to online marketing and building a network that will go the distance.

After spending a week together in Nashville with the idea of doing a four-part series for O’Terry’s award-winning podcast and radio program, The Story Behind Her Success, the two realized that the city was rich with stories to tell and that a platform for music industry stories, combined with the rich content Valeras had accumulated through her YouTube series, might be a hit. As lifelong singers and country music fans, Candy and Jacy have a clear vision of the guests they seek. “We’re on the lookout for women and men who aren’t afraid to tell the world how they got to where they are today in the music business, including the good times when they were riding high and the bad times when they were on the verge of giving up. These stories are meant to teach and inspire others to take a chance on living their dreams.”


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COUNTRY MUSIC SUCCESS STORIES, HOSTED BY CANDY O’TERRY, FEATURING MUSIC CITY MENTOR, JACY DAWN VALERAS, RELEASES INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH LEGENDARY MUSICIAN, SONGWRITER, PRODUCER AND PUBLISHER, JIM VEST

Award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, Candy O’Terry and Music City Mentor, Jacy Dawn Valeras have released a new episode in their joint podcast project, Country Music Success Stories. This latest podcast is an intimate conversation with the legendary musician, songwriter, producer and publisher, Jim Vest.  

"It was a pleasure having Candy and her staff come out to the house and interview this ol' steel guitar man. I am so happy there is an interest in keeping country music out there for the public. They got me to talk about my new book and I just started sharing stories. I hope her podcast becomes #1 nationwide, it is that good! Both of them are very professional, easy to talk to, great at their job. Thanks for including me," stated Jim Vest.

“Having the chance to sit down with Jim Vest at his home, beside his steel guitar in a room full of industry awards was a rare opportunity to talk to a legend in country music. From a surprise visit by Paul McCartney to the obvious talent of an unknown artist named Kenny Chesney, this interview is a must-listen for music fans everywhere," Candy O’Terry.

“The memories Jim shared with us playing with the biggest legends in country music will stay with me forever. He is the true definition of a success story and an inspiration to every musician with hopes and dreams of making it in Nashville,” related co-host of Country Music Success Stories, Jacy Dawn Valeras.

Past guests have included Pam Lewis, Jim Messina, Jamie O’Neal, Sonny LeMaire, Bobby Tomberlin, Frank Myers, Lily Isaac, Chris Lindsay, Bill Anderson, John Schneider, Collin Raye, Aimee Mayo, John and Robin Berry, Steve Dorff, Naomi Judd, Jeannie Seely, Crystal Gayle, Lori McKenna, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Larry Strickland, T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang.

The popular podcast made its debut in the top 25 on Apple Podcasts USA Music Interviews Chart and has been picked up by iHeartMedia, the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally, and RADIO.COM, which is powered by Entercom, the second-largest radio group in the country and the top podcast producer which includes 800+ streaming stations across the US.

In this Nashville-based podcast, radio legend and master interviewer Candy O’Terry goes straight to the pros to hear their stories. From singers to producers, songwriters to record label executives, radio programmers and DJs, to PR and marketing pros, every episode is a deep dive into what it takes to succeed in the country music industry. If you want to make it in Nashville, you need a roadmap. Music City Mentor and Founder of Platinum Circle Media, Jacy Dawn Valeras provides valuable advice about everything from writer’s rounds to online marketing and building a network that will go the distance.

After spending a week together in Nashville with the idea of doing a four-part series for O’Terry’s award-winning podcast and radio program, The Story Behind Her Success, the two realized that the city was rich with stories to tell and that a platform for music industry stories, combined with the rich content Valeras had accumulated through her YouTube series, might be a hit. As lifelong singers and country music fans, Candy and Jacy have a clear vision of the guests they seek. “We’re on the lookout for women and men who aren’t afraid to tell the world how they got to where they are today in the music business, including the good times when they were riding high and the bad times when they were on the verge of giving up. These stories are meant to teach and inspire others to take a chance on living their dreams.”

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COUNTRY MUSIC SUCCESS STORIES PODCAST WITH CANDY O’TERRY, FEATURING MUSIC CITY MENTOR, JACY DAWN VALERAS, SHARE STORIES WITH THE UNDISPUTED EXPERT IN THE FINE ART OF MAKING HIT MUSIC, JIM MESSINA

Award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, Candy O’Terry and Music City Mentor, Jacy Dawn Valeras have released another episode in their joint podcast project, Country Music Success Stories. The new podcast is an intimate conversation with the undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Jim Messina. Subscribe to the podcast here and listen on all podcast platforms here.

"May I be brutally honest here? Doing interviews (at times) can be kind of like sitting at the dentists’ office waiting to have a tooth to be extracted and wondering if this will ever end, but with Candy and Jacy, the moment they turned on the gas - WOW - It was really a GAS!" exclaimed Jim Messina. "I was very uplifted and inspired to answer their questions, all of which were interesting, intelligent and certainly a lot of fun when asked to revisit those moments that were shelved deep into my life and career. Thank you for being so kind and supportive for all these years."

“There was a moment when Jim met us on his farmer's porch in rural Tennessee when I had to check myself and ask: "Is this really happening? Am I about to sit down with a legend?" This episode of Country Music Success Stories is a deep conversation that reveals the heart and soul of the man. Jacy and I came away from it knowing that Jim Messina is more than an icon. He's a treasure,” shared Candy O'Terry.

“Having the opportunity to talk with music icon Jim Messina, was as inspiring as it gets,” exclaimed Jacy Dawn Valares. “His stories, wisdom and advice are weaved throughout this entire interview and the true spirit of who he is as a person and musician, really shines through.”

Future guests include Jim Vest, Pam Lewis and many others, including surprise guests along the way. Past guests have included Jamie O’Neal, Sonny LeMaire, Bobby Tomberlin, Frank Myers, Lily Isaac, Chris Lindsay, Bill Anderson, John Schneider, Collin Raye, Aimee Mayo, John and Robin Berry, Steve Dorff, Naomi Judd, Jeannie Seely, Crystal Gayle, Lori McKenna, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Larry Strickland, T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang.

The popular podcast made its debut in the top #25 on Apple Podcasts USA Music Interviews Chart. The series has also been picked up by iHeartMedia, the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally as well as RADIO.COM which is powered by Entercom, the 2nd largest radio group in the country and the top podcast producer which includes 800+ streaming stations across the US.

In this Nashville based podcast, radio legend and master interviewer Candy O’Terry goes straight to the pros to hear their stories. From singers to producers, songwriters to record label executives, radio programmers and DJs to PR and marketing pros, every episode is a deep dive into what it takes to succeed in the country music industry. If you want to make it in Nashville, you need a roadmap. Music City Mentor and Founder of Platinum Circle Media, Jacy Dawn Valeras provides valuable advice about everything from writer's rounds to online marketing and building a network that will go the distance.

After spending a week together in Nashville with the idea of doing a four-part series for O’Terry’s award-winning podcast and radio program The Story Behind Her Success, the two realized that the city was rich with stories to tell and that a platform for music industry stories, combined with the rich content Valeras had accumulated through her YouTube series, might be a hit. As life-long singers and country music fans, Candy and Jacy have a clear vision of the guests they seek. “We’re on the lookout for women and men who aren’t afraid to tell the world how they got to where they are today in the music business….including the good times when they were riding high, and the bad times when they were on the verge of giving up. These stories are meant to teach and inspire others to take a chance on living their dreams.”

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COUNTRY MUSIC SUCCESS STORIES WITH CANDY O’TERRY PODCAST RELEASES INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAMER AND GRAND OLE OPRY TITAN, BILL ANDERSON

Country Music Hall of Famer and Grand Ole Opry Titan, Bill Anderson, joined award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, Candy O’Terry and Music City Mentor, Jacy Dawn Valeras on their current episode of their joint podcast project, Country Music Success Stories with Candy O’Terry. Creators Candy O’Terry and Jacy Dawn Valeras sit down with Country music icon, Bill Anderson to discuss his first #1 song in college to co-writes decades later that turned into #1 songs, to 60 years as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. When they press record, they capture a career and a personal story you might just have to listen to more than once! Country Music Success Stories with Candy O’Terry is well on the way to becoming a success story on its own. Subscribe to the podcast here and listen on all podcast platforms here.

"I really enjoyed sitting down and talking with Candy about my years in the music business,” shared Bill Anderson. “Not only did she ask insightful questions, she brought me a stash of her homemade cookies. What could be better than country music and Cookies From Candy?"

“Entertaining, conversational, fun and inspiring. These are just a few of the words I would use to describe Whispering Bill Anderson,” exclaimed Candy O’Terry! “He is a superstar in every sense of the word and totally worth listening to this episode of the podcast. Wait, here is another word - unforgettable!”

"Bill Anderson is a true gentleman and one of the most prolific songwriters the music world has ever known,” stated Jacy Dawn Valeras. “His words of wisdom will inspire every person dreaming of having a career in country music and even those who do not."

Future guests will include Jim Messina, Jim Vest, Chris Lindsey, Pam Lewis and many others, including surprise guests along the way. Past guests have included John Schneider, Collin Raye, Aimee Mayo, John and Robin Berry, Steve Dorff, Naomi Judd, Jeannie Seely, Crystal Gayle, Lori McKenna, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Larry Strickland, T.G. Sheppard and Kelly Lang.

The popular podcast is the 2021 winner of two Awards of Distinction recognized by the Communicator Awards for Best Host, and Best Music-based Podcast. The popular podcast made its debut on in the top #25 on Apple Podcasts USA Music Interviews Chart and has been picked up by iHeartMedia, the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally and RADIO.COM which is powered by Entercom, the 2nd largest radio group in the country and the top podcast producer which includes 800+ streaming stations across the US.

In this Nashville based podcast, radio legend & master interviewer Candy O’Terry goes straight to the pros to hear their stories. From singers to producers, songwriters to record label executives, radio programmers and DJ’s to PR and marketing pros, every episode is a deep dive into what it takes to succeed in the country music industry. If you want to make it in Nashville, you need a roadmap. Music City Mentor and Founder of Platinum Circle Media, Jacy Dawn Valeras provides valuable advice about everything from writer's rounds to online marketing and building a network that will go the distance

After spending a week together in Nashville with the idea of doing a 4-part series for O’Terry’s award-winning podcast and radio program The Story Behind Her Success, the two realized that the city was rich with stories to tell and that a platform for music industry stories, combined with the rich content Valeras had accumulated through her YouTube series, might be a hit. As life-long singers and country music fans, Candy & Jacy have a clear vision of the guests they seek. “We’re on the lookout for women and men who aren’t afraid to tell the world how they got to where they are today in the music business, including the good times when they were riding high, and the bad times when they were on the verge of giving up. These stories are meant to teach and inspire others to take a chance on living their dreams.”

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COUNTRY MUSIC SUCCESS STORIES WITH CANDY O’TERRY PODCAST RELEASES INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH COUNTRY MUSIC HITMAKER, T.G. SHEPPARD

Country music hitmaker, T.G. Sheppard joins award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, Candy O’Terry and Music City Mentor, Jacy Dawn Valeras on their current episode of their joint podcast project, Country Music Success Stories with Candy O’Terry. In their latest episode of Country Music Success Stories, Candy interviews T.G. Sheppard, who offers a vivid view of what a career in country music looks like. This is literally a rags-to-riches story, punctuated by a chance meeting with Elvis Presley that changed T.G.'s life. The popular podcast is well on the way to becoming a success story on its own. Subscribe to the podcast here and listen on all podcast platforms here.

“Sitting and visiting with Candy and Jacy and talking about my life in the music business will go down as one of my most memorable interviews," expressed T.G. Sheppard "Interviews are no more than conversations between people, and I must say Candy and Jacy made it easy and such a pleasure to open up and discuss a wide range of topics. It’s been quite a while since I’ve enjoyed an interview as much as this one.”

"I remember interviewing Kelly Lang months ago in her gourmet kitchen. Toward the end of the interview, her handsome husband poked his head around the corner to say hello. At that moment, I knew T.G. Sheppard had some serious star power," exclaimed Candy O'Terry. "When Jacy and I returned to Kelly and T.G.'s beautiful home, it was his turn to share a success story like no other. Listen to this episode, and you will hear the story of a 15-year-old kid who crawled out his bedroom window one night with 60 cents in his pocket and a prayer that he would make it in Country music. What happens after that will take your breath away."

"T.G.'s life and journey to success is one that continues to inspire me daily. He is the true definition of an entertainer, and he is a perfect example of what can happen with a lot of hard work and unwavering belief in yourself," shared Jacy Valares.

Future guests will include John and Robin Berry, Tony Brown, Steve Dorff, Jim Vest, Collin Raye along with many others, including surprise guests along the way. Past guests have included Naomi Judd, Jeannie Seely, Crystal Gayle, Lori McKenna, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Larry Strickland and Kelly Lang.

The popular podcast made its debut on in the top #25 on Apple Podcasts USA Music Interviews Chart and has been picked up by iHeartMedia, the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally and RADIO.COM which is powered by Entercom, the 2nd largest radio group in the country and the top podcast producer which includes 800+ streaming stations across the US.

In this Nashville based podcast, radio legend & master interviewer Candy O’Terry goes straight to the pros to hear their stories. From singers to producers, songwriters to record label executives, radio programmers and DJ’s to PR and marketing pros, every episode is a deep dive into what it takes to succeed in the country music industry. If you want to make it in Nashville, you need a roadmap. Music City Mentor and Founder of Platinum Circle Media, Jacy Dawn Valeras provides valuable advice about everything from writer's rounds to online marketing and building a network that will go the distance.

After spending a week together in Nashville with the idea of doing a 4-part series for O’Terry’s award-winning podcast and radio program The Story Behind Her Success, the two realized that the city was rich with stories to tell and that a platform for music industry stories, combined with the rich content Valeras had accumulated through her YouTube series, might be a hit. As life-long singers and country music fans, Candy and Jacy have a clear vision of the guests they seek. “We’re on the lookout for women and men who aren’t afraid to tell the world how they got to where they are today in the music business….including the good times when they were riding high, and the bad times when they were on the verge of giving up. These stories are meant to teach and inspire others to take a chance on living their dreams.”

Stay current with Country Music Success Stories on the website countrymusicsuccessstories.com and follow on social media platforms Facebook and Instagram.

Stay current with Candy O’Terry on her website candyoterry.com and follow her on social media platforms Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Stay current with Jacy Dawn Valeras on her websites jacydawnvaleras.com and platinumcirclemedia.com and follow her on social media platforms Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.