In addition to this major milestone for CMT After MidNite, Alan is also celebrating the 100th episode of his Cody Cast podcast and the 10th anniversary of the Premiere Networks-syndicated program CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan.

During the special broadcast last night, Garth Brooks, who was Alan’s first guest as host of CMT After MidNite in 2014, said: “It’s an honor.  I love it!  Do me a favor – can you pencil me in for 4,000?”  Brooks also discussed his massive stadium tour and the secrets behind his new duet with Blake Shelton, “Dive Bar.”

Later during the show, Keith Urban asked Alan what his most “train wreck memory” has been in 2,000 shows.  Alan answered, “When I asked George Strait if he was on Twitter - that probably was not a good place to go.”  In that interview, King George famously replied, “I don’t Tweet, I twang!”

Thomas Rhett, who called into the program, said, “I just wanted to say thanks for the years of support from you and your friendship,  and for always being there and being a champion for me and my music and my videos.”

Fans can listen to highlights from last night’s CMT After MidNite show on the Cody Cast channel on iHeartRadio or visit https://cmtcody.iheart.com/.

As host of CMT After MidNite, Alan continues to feature the biggest hits in Country music, as well as exclusive interviews and performances, event coverage and fan interaction.  With more than 25 years’ experience on the air, along with TV hosting duties as co-host of CMT’s signature music show, Hot 20 Countdown, Alan provides fans with 360-degree coverage of the music they love, everywhere they find it. Over the past five years, the two-time ACM Award winner for “National Personality of the Year” has taken After MidNite on the road to visit Bahrain, Australia, Jamaica, Alaska, Mexico and the Bahamas.  

Originally launched in 1993, After MidNite was rebranded as CMT After MidNite following a long-term partnership between Premiere Networks’ parent company iHeartMedia and CMT to create the largest Country music platforms in radio and television.  As part of the agreement, Premiere also began syndicating CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan. 

 

Pictured left to right: CMT/Premiere Networks Host Cody Alan, Premiere Networks President Julie Talbott, and Keith Urban during a recent visit to CMT headquarters in Nashville, Tenn.

As the host and executive producer of CMT Radio Live with Cody Alan and CMT After MidNite with Cody Alan, Alan is undoubtedly one of the most recognized names in radio.  Broadcast on radio stations across America and originating from the CMT studio in Nashville, his shows feature the biggest names in Country music and entertainment.  With live interaction, Alan connects fans with their favorite stars, from the red carpet to backstage.  Combining his passion for entertainment with television, he also serves as host of CMT’s signature music show, Hot 20 Countdown, seen Saturday and Sunday mornings at 9/8c.  Follow Cody on Twitter @CMTCody or visit www.CMTCody.com or www.AfterMidNite.com. 

 

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