Sam Alex

In addition to his work on-air, Sam Alex has been spotted on red carpets for many different awards shows and interviewed some of your favorite celebrities, from Will Ferrell to Taylor Swift. Originally from Chicago, Sam now lives in Nashville with his wife and son. If you ever see him on lower Broadway, get him a pina colada and some BBQ chicken pizza ... they're his favorites!

Carrie Underwood Says Song About Baby Isaiah Likely to Make New Album

Carrie Underwood says she was trying to avoid that cheesy Mommy-moment on her upcoming studio album, but she couldn’t help it. The singer tells Taste of Country Nights radio show that she’s written a song about 3-month-old Isaiah, and she’s wanting to share it.

Lady Antebellum Preparing for Big Summer With Wheels Up Tour

It's only June, but country's hottest trio, Lady Antebellum, are already having a heck of a summer.

Jana Kramer Opens Up About the Guy Who Inspired ‘I Got the Boy’

Jana Kramer's "I Got the Boy" is a song about seeing a past lover move on. The singer chatted with Taste of Country Nights host Sam Alex about the boy who inspired the tune.

Chris Janson Looks Back on His Long, Awkward Road to Success

When Chris Janson’s new song “Buy Me a Boat” blew up on iTunes last month, it was a highlight at the end of a long, long journey for the native Missourian. “I’m a 10th year senior this year,” he says, joking around with Taste of Country Nights about how long he's been in Nashville.

Hunter Hayes Talks Lady Antebellum Tour and What He Thinks of Sam Hunt

Hunter Hayes is no newbie, but he's still anxious — and excited — as he gears up for a big opening spot on the Lady Antebellum Wheels Up tour.

Darius Rucker Dishes on Upcoming ‘Southern Style’ Album, Tour

Darius Rucker's album Southern Style is set for release on March 31, and the "Homegrown Honey" singer stopped by the Taste of Country Nights studio to chat with host Sam Alex about the record, his favorite songs and his big upcoming tour.

Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers: ‘Music Is Very Mathematical’

Dan and Shay's Dan Smyers didn't always know he was going to be a musician. In fact, if he hadn't gone this route, he'd probably be working on Wall Street. The singer reveals that his major was far from studying Music Theory, but shares that math and music actually have a lot in common.

Tyler Farr on His Guitar Skills: ‘I’m No Keith Urban’

Tyler Farr is a man of many talents. From playing sports as a kid to performing now, he can do it all. Recently he sat down with Taste of Country Night's Sam Alex to dish on his guitar skills (and Luke Bryan's pearly whites).

Hunter Hayes on His 2014 CMA Awards Date: ‘I’m Very Lucky’

Hunter Hayes will have someone by his side at the 2014 CMA Awards on Wednesday night (Nov. 5). The 'Tattoo' singer says his date is "gorgeous" before adding, "I'm very lucky."

The Swon Brothers Recall Their Most Unusual Halloween Costumes

When it comes to Halloween costumes, the Swon Brothers' Colton has the most vivid memories, although his brother Zach recalls a look that could have been a mid-'90s costume, but unfortunately wasn't.

Country Artists Share What They MUST Have While on the Road [Watch]

Country artists are on the road a lot! While touring, many artists just want to make their tour bus or time on the road feel like home, and they do that by bringing a few special things with them.

Brantley Gilbert Talks Hernia, What He Sleeps In

Brantley Gilbert has been forced to stay away from the gym in recent weeks as he recovers from a hernia. “I’ve got four tears in my stomach," he says explaining it was from lifting too much.

Brett Eldredge on the Makeout Scenes in New ‘Beat of the Music’ Video: ‘I Love My Job’

The last 30 seconds of Brett Eldredge's new 'Beat of the Music' video finds the singer locking lips with a beautiful blonde. The scenes took multiple takes, and he tells Taste of Country Nights host Sam Alex he wasn't complaining.