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The Songs That Save Me

The Songs That Save Me

Written by: Nikki Bolden
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Nikki Bolden has been many things in her 25 years - a music journalist, songwriter, bartender and waitress to name a few. But the one thing that remains constant is that she is a music lover. Nikki’s passion for music and her love for speaking to people about the details of their lives are combined with The Songs That Save Me. On the show, she speaks to friends, family and personal heroes about the songs that are important to them and why they mean so much. As a fan of live music in particular, she incorporates the medium by including live performances by select guests.

This podcast is here to prove that there truly is a song for everything.

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Episodes
  • Dropped the Ball with Matthew McNeal

    Dropped the Ball with Matthew McNeal
    Aug 29 2025

    Nikki returns with a brand new conversation with Fort Worth singer-songwriter Matthew McNeal! They talk about his song “Dropped the Ball,” a standout track on his latest album HIGHLONESOME.

    For some extra tidbits about this episode, and regular updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    Follow Matthew on Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/matthewmcnealtx/

    Follow Nikki on Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/msnikbolden/

    Thanks for listening!
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    34 mins
  • Some Things (we've learned) with Ashton Edminster

    Some Things (we've learned) with Ashton Edminster
    Apr 12 2025

    The Songs That Save Me is finally back with a new episode! Today, Nikki sits down with singer-songwriter and co-creator of The Super Sad Songs Show, Ashton Edminster. Ashton and Nikki talk about the track “some things (i’ve learned)” by Tiny Habits, how music helps them navigate their mid 20s, and the power of a great sad song.

    For some extra tidbits about this episode, and regular updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    Follow Ashton on the ‘gram here:

    https://www.instagram.com/ashtonedminster/

    Follow Nikki on the ‘gram here:

    https://www.instagram.com/msnikbolden/

    Thanks so much for listening - catch you on the next episode!
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    58 mins
  • Deep in my Secret Heart with Jessie Frye

    Deep in my Secret Heart with Jessie Frye
    Dec 22 2024

    In this episode of The Songs That Save Me, Nikki sits down with one of her favorite artists to interview, singer/songwriter Jessie Frye. Jessie discusses her new single “Secret Heart” and how writing it was a part of her journey with grief.

    For show notes and more updates from Nikki, subscribe to her free Substack newsletter, Cowgirl from Memphis.

    https://cowgirlfrommemphis.substack.com/

    Find Jessie on Instagram @ jessiefryemusic

    https://www.instagram.com/jessiefryemusic/

    Find Nikki on Instagram @ nikbolden

    https://www.instagram.com/nikbolden/

    What’s a song that saved YOU? Send Nikki a message on Instagram and let her know!
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    47 mins
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