📄 Episode Description:

Get ready for a double dose of fun, friendship, and fiery country music! Host Paige Ruderman welcomes her close friend and dynamic singer-songwriter, Mikki Zip, to the So Rude Podcast.

Mikki, a genre-bending artist known for her electrifying stage presence and captivating mix of old-school country, rock-n-roll, and modern flair, sits down to share her unique journey. From her roots in Syracuse, NY, to honing her craft in LA and NYC, and finally landing back in Music City, Mikki is shaking up the Nashville scene.

In this episode, Paige and Mikki dive into:

• The Journey: Mikki shares her backstory, including the move to Nashville right before her 14th birthday and what it was like living in LA versus settling back into the Nashville music community.

• The Vibe: Discover the artists who inspired Mikki’s signature sassy, high-energy sound.

• "Somethin' To Write About": Mikki breaks down the inspiration and writing process behind her October 2024 debut EP, featuring tracks like "Boys Momma Hates" and "The Devil."

• The Latest Single: Go behind the scenes of her new release, "Sweethearts of the Dive Bar," including the hilarious story of how she wrote it with Paige and Chris Justice, and what made her know this song had to be hers.

• Life on Stage: From the New York State Fair to Nashville's iconic 3rd and Lindsley, Mikki reveals her favorite part of performing live, memorable moments, and the venues still on her bucket list.

• Beyond Music: Hear about Mikki's recent return to the stage in a very different way—starring as "Lucy" in the stage production of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Plus, the scoop on her job as a tour guide at the Opry.

This episode is packed with great stories, creative insights, and the infectious energy of a true southern country powerhouse! You don't want to miss this one.

🎧 About the So Rude Podcast:

So Rude is hosted by Paige Ruderman and dives into real conversations with artists, songwriters, and creatives in Nashville and beyond. From the highs and lows of the industry to the behind-the-scenes of building a career in music, this show keeps it honest, curious, and always relevant. New episodes drop Tuesdays.

📲 Connect with Mikki Zip:

- Instagram: @mikkizip_official (https://www.instagram.com/mikkizip_official/?hl=en)

- TikTok: @mikkizip (https://www.tiktok.com/@mikkizip)

- Website: https://mikkizip.com/

📲 Follow the Show:

- Follow Paige: @paigeruderman_ (https://www.instagram.com/paigeruderman_)

- Follow the podcast: @sorude.podcast (https://www.tiktok.com/sorude.podcast)

- Subscribe:

• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0KhcW6IduxjTnvJQUTVhAa
• Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-rude-podcast/id1522530338
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SoRudePodcast-

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