Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 20
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 5.4k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcasting@bbgi.com
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Host
Elaina Smith - Acclaimed radio personality who hosts Backstage Country Uncut and expands on the nationally syndicated Backstage Country radio show.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Kane Brown - Songwriting, Personal Stories Behind His Music, Family, Fatherhood, Friendship, Career Pressure, And Life Away From The Spotlight
Ashley Cooke - New Music, Songwriting, Life On The Road, Nashville Experiences, And Stories Behind Her Songs
Dylan Scott - Country Hits, New Music, The Music Business, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Family, And Life Beyond Touring
Gabby Barrett - Motherhood, Marriage, Touring, Recording, Family, Faith, Musical Influences, And Songwriting
Brantley Gilbert - Addiction Recovery, Redemption, Relationships, Personal Adversity, Songwriting, And The Influence Of Rock Music
Recent Topics
Episodes
Lee Brice’s Kids Are Making Music—and Dad Couldn’t Be Prouder!
October 09, 2026
This week on Backstage Country Uncut, John Shomby sits down with country superstar Lee Brice for a fun, personal conversation about his new music, family life, and the next generation of talent in the Brice household!Lee shares the stories behind three songs from his album Sunriser, including “Never Meet Your Heroes,” “Me and Whiskey,” and “Dogs Are Barking.” He explains the personal connection to “Never Meet Your Heroes,” which features guitar work from country legend Vince Gill, reveals how...
Kenny Chesney’s “Happiest Breakup Song,” a 5-Year-Old Hit & Eric Church
October 02, 2026
This week on Backstage Country Uncut, John Shomby takes the mic while Elaina Smith is away, sitting down with country superstar Kenny Chesney for a behind-the-scenes conversation about his new music, songwriting and upcoming stadium tour.Kenny reveals the surprising story behind “Carry On,” explaining how the song sat on his computer for five years before he finally decided it was time to release it. He also talks about “Goldfish,” which he calls his “happiest breakup song,” and shares the in...
LOCASH, Garth Brooks & One Very Big Question
September 25, 2026
This week on Backstage Country Uncut, John Shomby welcomes country duo LOCASH for a revealing conversation packed with stories about their music, career, and the songs that helped define their journey. While regular host Elaina Smith is away on maternity leave, Chris Lucas and Preston Brust step in for a memorable week on the show — and reveal that LOCASH is working on a brand-new six-song Christmas album.The duo also takes fans behind the scenes of their first No. 1 hit, “I Love This Life,” ...
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Backstage Country Uncut?
Backstage Country Uncut is hosted by Elaina Smith. Its publicly listed email is podcasting@bbgi.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Backstage Country Uncut?
The publicly listed email for Backstage Country Uncut: podcasting@bbgi.com.
How many listeners does Backstage Country Uncut have?
Podseeker estimates Backstage Country Uncut reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Backstage Country Uncut?
Backstage Country Uncut typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established country or country-rock recording artists, songwriters, or music-industry figures with recognized careers, notable releases, and a compelling personal or behind-the-scenes story. Common among recent guests: Charting country music releases; Established recording careers; Major touring experience. Recent guests include Kane Brown, Ashley Cooke, and Dylan Scott.
How hard is it to get booked on Backstage Country Uncut?
Very high. It mostly books well-known names.
What topics does Backstage Country Uncut cover?
Recent episodes cover Country Music, Songwriting, Nashville, Music Industry, and Touring. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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