My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.

Through my years of experience, I've

recognized two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars, or behind-the-scenes

staff, have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories,

which offer a glimpse into their lives and the

evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information

on how they evolve into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,

discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.

Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of entertainment.

Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live Nashville.

Joining us today is Jeff Dayton.

After 15 years as band leader with Hall of Fame legend Glenn Campbell and touring with

country icons like Lee Greenwood and Kenny Chesney, Jeff has now launched an intimate show

saluting Glenn Campbell.

The performances features Campbell's timeless hits woven with personal stories from their

years together. With a wealth of unforgettable moments from his time here in Nashville, Jeff is here to

share some of those cherished memories with us. It's a true pleasure to have him here. Thanks for

coming on. Man, what a great opportunity to be on,

and thank you for inviting me to do this. Oh, it's my pleasure. So you started out in music.

Did you always know that music was going to be your career? I mean, it was your passion,

or did it just kind of fall in place for you? Well, it seems like it has. I was five years old and I wrote a book about

going to the moon and I really wanted to be an astronaut. Then I wanted to be a pro baseball player,

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