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Have you ever wondered which songs have inspired your favourite artists? This is Three Tracks & The Truth, the new podcast from radio presenter Madeleine Molly, where the country music stars of today and tomorrow open up their playlists to the music that made them. Every artist brings three truths that they have learnt in their career, as well as the three tracks that have shaped them into the artist they are today, for an in-depth conversation spanning songwriting, the country music industry... and, sometimes, just good old honky tonk.

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Have you ever wondered which songs have inspired your favourite artists? This is Three Tracks & The Truth, the new podcast from radio presenter Madeleine Molly, where the country music stars of today and tomorrow open up their playlists to the music that made them. Every artist brings three truths that they have learnt in their career, as well as the three tracks that have shaped them into the artist they are today, for an in-depth conversation spanning songwriting, the country music industry... and, sometimes, just good old honky tonk.

    Fancy Hagood on Being A Hoot & Following The Music

    Fancy Hagood on Being A Hoot & Following The Music

    Born and raised in Arkansas, and living in Nashville via Los Angeles, Fancy Hagood ditched a career in pop to make a name for himself in country music. His Southern charm and heart-felt lyrics have won him a loyal fanbase of supporters who identify with his stories around identity, love and acceptance, at a time when music should be a force to bring us together.
    On this episode of Three Tracks & The Truth, Madeleine Molly and Fancy Hagood talk about their shared love of Alison Krauss and Joy Oladokun, taking influence from religious hymns, Shania's massive comeback and the song that Elton John dedicated to Fancy.

    Fancy Hagood's Three Tracks:
    Nickel Creek - When You Come Back Down
    Shania Twain - From This Moment On (feat. Bryan White)
    Elton John - Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me

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    • 41 min
    Drake Milligan on First Songs & Southern Sounds

    Drake Milligan on First Songs & Southern Sounds

    Drake Milligan may have broken through as a finalise on America's Got Talent, but with his talent it feels like fame may have been inevitable. Having portrayed his idol Elvis Presley on the CMT series "Sun Records", Milligan has established himself as the torch-bearer for the traditional southern sound (with his modern take) and the art of throwing a party on stage.
    On this episode of Three Tracks & The Truth, Madeleine Molly and Drake Milligan talk about one of the first songs Drake ever heard, making a traditional sound feel new, the power of his big band and his favourite women in country music.

    Drake Milligan's Three Tracks:
    Merle Haggard & The Strangers - Silver Wings
    Alan Jackson - Drive (For Daddy Gene)
    George Strait - You Look So Good in Love

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    • 37 min
    Angel White on Texas Country & Meeting Erykah Badu

    Angel White on Texas Country & Meeting Erykah Badu

    A fifth generation Texas native and singer/songwriter, Angel White is taking a new approach in country music. Across his releases, from his debut single "VILLAIN" through to his recently released EP "GHOST OF THE WEST", he has blended elements of folk, country, soul and rock to create a unique sound that is truly representative of the world around him.
    On this episode of Three Tracks & The Truth, Madeleine Molly and Angel White talk about embracing your raspy-ness, the life-altering impact of meeting Erykah Badu, time on the road with Sturgill Simpson, skipless albums and Texas Country vs Nashville Country.

    Angel White's Three Tracks:
    Ray LaMontagne - Trouble
    Erykah Badu – Green Eyes
    Sturgill Simpson – Turtles All The Way Down

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    • 33 min
    Colbie Caillat on Sixth Grade Talent Shows & Staying True To Yourself

    Colbie Caillat on Sixth Grade Talent Shows & Staying True To Yourself

    Hailing from California, Colbie Caillat's story is one of many firsts. From being one of the first artists to find fame on social media, all the way to releasing her first country album, "Along The Way" in October 2023. She has sold over 10 million singles and 6 million albums worldwide, has won 2X GRAMMY Awards and has collaborated with the likes of Brad Paisley, Jason Mraz and Taylor Swift - notably featuring on "Breathe", from the "Album of the Year" winning "Fearless".
    On this episode of Three Tracks & The Truth, Madeleine Molly and Colbie Caillat talk about working with Liz Rose, the fear of over-writing, sixth grade talent shows, social media's changing role in music and re-recording "Breathe" with Taylor Swift.

    Colbie Caillat's Three Tracks:
    Brooks & Dunn - Neon Moon
    Fugees & Ms. Lauryn Hill - Killing Me Softly With His Song
    Fleetwood Mac - Gypsy

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    • 33 min
    Introducing: Three Tracks & The Truth with Madeleine Molly

    Introducing: Three Tracks & The Truth with Madeleine Molly

    Have you ever wondered which songs have inspired your favourite artists? This is Three Tracks & The Truth, the new podcast from radio presenter Madeleine Molly, where the country music stars of today and tomorrow open up their playlists to the music that made them. Every artist brings three truths that they have learnt in their career, as well as the three tracks that have shaped them into the artist they are today, for an in-depth conversation spanning songwriting, the country music industry... and, sometimes, just good old honky tonk.

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