Episode 37: J.T. Harding

This week on Hitting The Road, we sit down with J.T. Harding, one of Nashville’s most respected hitmakers, for an honest conversation about songwriting, perseverance, and the stories behind the songs that define country music.

JT shares his journey from growing up in Michigan to carving out a career in Nashville, writing chart-topping hits for artists like Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Jake Owen, and Riley Green. Along the way, he opens up about the craft of songwriting, the discipline it takes to stay consistent over decades, and how real life finds its way into the room.

We talk about what separates a good song from a great one, how the Nashville writing community has changed, and what it really means to play the long game in a creative career. Whether you’re an aspiring songwriter, a music fan curious about what happens behind the scenes, or someone chasing a calling of your own, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and plenty of perspective from someone who’s lived it.

If you love great songs and the stories behind them, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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