Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.
69 episodes transcribedShow NotesRock and blues legend George Thorogood joins Tony Mantor for a candid conversation about a career that has spanned decades and continues to...
We sit down with Jonathan Antoine to talk about the moments after Britain’s Got Talent that reshaped his life, from sudden global attention to a deepe...
We sit down with Victoria Perks to trace how Fuzzbox went from Birmingham school friends “forming for a laugh” to chart success, touring, and a legacy...
We sit down with Richard Hewson, the creative force behind the Ra Band, to trace how an under-credited arranger turns frustration over fees into a sel...
We sit down with Howard Jones to talk about the long arc of an electronic pop career that stays grounded in optimism, craft, and real human connection...
We sit down with Thomas Dolby to talk about touring with a full band, reshaping classic songs, and telling the stories behind a career that spans synt...
Juliet Dawn's Journey: From Trauma to Triumph In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor speaks with Juliet Dawn, a former X-Fact...
Pat Kane of Hue and Cry on New Single “Stronger,” Post-Post-Punk Authenticity, and Keeping Imperfection in the Music Host Tony Mantor introduces his p...
Behind the Music: The Band of Heathens - A Journey of Harmony and Brotherhood Tony Mantor hosts an engaging conversation on 'Almost Live Nashville' wi...
David vs. Goliath: Tommy D's 15-Year Battle Against Live Nation In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor interviews Tommy D., a fe...
Tenille Towns on Going Independent Again, The Acrobat, and Writing Songs That Help People Feel Less Alone Host Tony Mantor introduces his podcast Almo...
Marcus Hummon's Musical Journey: From Nashville Honky Tonks to Grammy Wins In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor interviews Grammy-win...
Behind the Scenes with The Protomen: A Rock Opera Odyssey In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor delves into the fascinating wor...
Almost Live Nashville: A Journey Through Music with Alison Limerick In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor delves deep into the...
In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor interviews Fred Mollin, a renowned songwriter and producer, about his extensive career in t...
In this episode of 'Almost Live Nashville,' host Tony Mantor interviews singer-songwriter Kendra Erica. The conversation delves into Kendra's journey...
Breaking Barriers: Jennifer Jones' Journey to Becoming a Rockette and Beyond In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor interviews Jen...
In this episode, we sit down with Tristan Trit, a country southern rock artist from Georgia, who shares his journey in the music industry over the pas...
Bobby Tomberlin: Journey from Small-Town DJ to Nashville Hitmaker In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, Tony Mantor interviews Bobby Tomberlin, a...
In-Depth with Curt Smith: The Journey of Tears for Fears Tony Mantor hosts 'Almost Live Nashville,' featuring a deep dive interview with Curt Smith of...
