Charlie Worsham: Craft, Character, and the Nashville Journey

In this episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Stephan Hogan sits down with one of the most respected musicians in the Nashville music industry, Charlie Worsham.Charlie is a singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose career spans bluegrass, country, and Americana. He made his Grand Ole Opry debut at just 12 years old and has since become widely known in Nashville as a true musician’s musician. His work appears on records with artists including Luke Combs, Dierks Bentley, Vince Gill, Eric Church, Carrie Underwood, Kacey Musgraves, Riley Green, Ernest, and Lainey Wilson, and he was named 2024 CMA Musician of the Year and a two-time ACM Acoustic Guitar Player of the Year. Charlie also recently played acoustic guitar and mandolin on Ella Langley’s new record, including the song “Choosin’ Texas.” But beyond the awards and studio credits, this conversation reveals the deeper story behind the musician.Charlie opens up about mentorship, faith, fatherhood, and what it means to build a meaningful life in music while staying grounded as a husband and dad. From lessons learned from Vince Gill and Dierks Bentley, to navigating the Nashville music industry after spending 12 years signed to Warner Music Nashville, Charlie shares the wisdom that comes from playing the long game.Stephan and Charlie discuss:• growing up playing bluegrass and making his Grand Ole Opry debut as a kid• the mentors who shaped his career and character• balancing music, family life, and fatherhood• the philosophy of playing fewer notes and making better music• leaving a major label to become an independent artistCharlie also shares details about his upcoming music, including his new single “They Never Do,” releasing March 20 and featuring Lainey Wilson. The song will also appear as the closing track in the upcoming Netflix documentary on Lainey Wilson.In addition to releasing new music independently, Charlie will also be playing guitar with Vince Gill this year, continuing a musical friendship and mentorship that has shaped his career.This episode is a thoughtful conversation about craft, character, faith, family, and the long road of building a life in music.https://www.charlieworsham.com/https://www.instagram.com/charlieworshamSubscribe for more conversations with artists, songwriters, and cultural leaders.Connect with us:https://www.tiktok.com/@stephanhoganhttps://www.instagram.com/stephanhoganhttps://www.facebook.com/stephanhoganEmail: [email protected] in Nashville, TNProduced: Stephan HoganMavericks Media Co. ProductionWardrobe provided by https://www.simonsaysnashville.com/