Backstage Stories and Mountain Stage Magic with Kathy Mattea
Grammy-winning artist and Mountain Stage host Kathy Mattea joins Dave Weekley on Hotline to share a heartwarming and hilarious backstage tale from her first road gig with Bobby Goldsboro — complete with World Series scores, Johnny Bench’s restaurant, and a polyester Reds jersey. They also preview upcoming Mountain Stage performances featuring Livingston Taylor, Al Stewart, Sweet Honey in the Rock, and more. From Riverfront Stadium to the Kodak Theatre, this segment is a music lover’s gem.
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