ERIC HAGEN shows why winning the Midwest CMO's Songwriter of the Year is no fluke

Text us about this show. Eric Hagen returns to Into The Music this week to catch us up on what he's been up to. A lot of that has been writing and recording some of the best country music you'll come across today. Eric's songs are like a musical gut punch and his delivery is always spot on. His studio recordings show not only his songwriting and singing prowess, but his live shows are nothing short of powerful and dynamic. Eric is the winner of the Songwriter of the Year at the 2026 Midwest Country Music Organization Awards and the Wisconsin Area Music Industry's 2026 Country Album of the Year award for Make Country Sad Again. Eric Hagen is the real deal. Listen and find out why. All songs on this show used with permission of Eric Hagen. "Country Enough For Me" and "Good Old Days" written and performed by Eric Hagen ℗ 2026 Blackwater Music Group. "Don't You Go Leavin' Me" and "Accuse Me" written and performed by Eric Hagen ℗ 2025 Blackwater Music Group. Melody Audiology LLC Audiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Visit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com! Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at [email protected] YouTube Facebook Instagram INTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions. Host/producer: Rob Marnocha Voiceovers: Brad Bordini Recording, engineering, and post production: Rob Marnocha Opening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records) Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records) *Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los Straitjackets This podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved. ...