<p><u><strong>Summary</strong></u></p><p>In this episode, Mackenzie Phipps shares her journey from Virginia to Nashville, her experiences auditioning for The Voice, and her collaboration with Snoop Dogg. She discusses the importance of authenticity in music, the heartfelt message behind her song &#39;Love Me Sober,&#39; and her unique approach to Christmas music. Mackenzie also highlights her family traditions during the holidays and expresses excitement for her upcoming projects in 2026.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li><p>Mackenzie Phipps is a passionate singer-songwriter from Virginia now based in Nashville.</p></li><li><p>Her journey in music began at a young age, performing publicly since she was 14.</p></li><li><p>Auditioning for The Voice was a significant milestone in her career, leading to her being on Team Snoop Dogg.</p></li><li><p>Mackenzie emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself in the music industry.</p></li><li><p>Her song &#39;Love Me Sober&#39; addresses serious topics like alcoholism and aims to inspire listeners.</p></li><li><p>Christmas music is a unique challenge for artists, often requiring early preparation for releases.</p></li><li><p>Mackenzie enjoys creating intimate and cozy music, as seen in her Christmas song &#39;Christmas Snow.&#39;</p></li><li><p>Family traditions play a big role in her life, especially during the holiday season.</p></li><li><p>She is excited about upcoming projects and new music in 2026.</p></li><li><p>Mackenzie encourages aspiring artists to keep pushing through challenges and stay focused on their dreams.</p></li></ul><p><u><strong>Chapters</strong></u></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Mackenzie Phipps</p><p>02:32 The Journey to The Voice</p><p>11:21 Advice for Aspiring Artists</p><p>15:46 Exploring &#39;Love Me Sober&#39;</p><p>21:19 The Christmas Spirit and Music Production</p><p>23:05 Creating &#39;Christmas Snow&#39;: A Unique Holiday Song</p><p>26:14 Favorite Christmas Songs and Their Unique Flavors</p><p>27:47 Family Christmas Traditions and Baking Delights</p><p>32:41 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Projects and Performances</p><p><u><strong>Keywords</strong></u></p><p><em>Mackenzie Phipps, The Voice, country music, Nashville, songwriting, Christmas music, Love Me Sober, Snoop Dogg, music career, artist advice</em></p><p><strong>*Disclaimer - I do not own any of the rights to the music used for this podcast; permission has been granted by the rightful owner(s) for Rt66countrymusic to use for this taping.</strong></p><p><br></p>