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The Gatekeepers: Who Really Picks the Stars?
Every hit artist has a story—but who decides which voices make it to the top? The Gatekeepers pulls back the curtain on the powerful insiders shaping the music industry’s biggest careers. From label executives and producers to radio programmers and playlist curators, we reveal the real decision-makers behind the stars.

With candid interviews, untold stories, and insider access, each episode digs into how deals are made, why some artists break through while others fade, and what it really takes to survive the climb.

If you’ve ever wondered who holds the keys to fame in Music City and beyond—this is where you’ll find the answers.

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Before it was neon-lit and pedal-tavern-packed, Nashville’s Broadway was a gritty stretch of honky-tonks and hopefuls chasing a dream. In this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we explore the transformation of Lower Broadway — from legendary country music launching pad to bachelorette party central. The honkytonk God-Father Steve Smith, and who’s profiting, who’s getting pushed out, and what does it mean for the soul of Music City? From the influence of Bridgestone Arena to the rise of barroom cover bands, we unpack the boom, the backlash, and the local voices caught in the middle of it all.

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You know the number — 867-5309 — and now you’ll know the man behind the anthem. In this special episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, we sit down with Tommy Tutone for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about music history, his 10 year tour, and his new work in the studio with Producer Terry Nails.

Tommy shares the real story behind his life, the whirlwind of sudden stardom, and what it’s like to live in one of the most iconic hooks in music. We also dive into his creative journey, what keeps him inspired, and why authenticity still matters in a changing industry.

Thanks Tommy Tutone a great gentleman in the music industry. Scott does a special dedication to the Soland sisters in Hibbing Minnesota. Cancer Sucks!

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