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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 43 MIN

Chris Gantry talks Kristofferson, Glen Campbell and Everyday Housewife history

from Count It Off! · host Jeff Dayton

Count It Off Ep. 60 - Chris Gantry“If you can write a song that’s got a timeless message in it, you’ve done your work.”Get ready for an amazing history session with one of the true Music Row legends, our guest Chris Gantry. Chris wrote the Glen Campbell smash "Dreams of the Everyday Housewife and was the inspiration for Kris Kristofferson's classic "The Pilgrim, Chapter 33." We dive into his road from Queens NY to Nashville, living the gypsy life with pals Shel Silverstein, publishing pioneer Bob Beckham and Kris, sneaking thru the back door at the Opry when nobody cared that you did... and so much more.We pull quotes from his book "Gypsy Dreamers in the Alley" and get to hear a little of his upcoming album "Worth Every Nail."Take notes, y'all. It's a true master class in songwriting, full of passion, spirit and wisdom. Don't miss this one!!

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