Ep 42. Little Big Town

The Ellen DeGeneres Show season 15 episode 42 features the country group Little Big Town. The band is known for their unique vocal harmonies and their ability to write catchy songs that their audience loves. During this episode, they sit down with Ellen to talk about their latest album, tour experiences, and future plans.

The conversation starts with a discussion of Little Big Town's latest album, "The Breaker." Ellen wants to know what inspired the band to write the songs on this album. Little Big Town explains that the album is all about relationships. Each song on the album delves into different aspects of relationships and the ups and downs that come with them. The band members also talk about how they collaborated with other songwriters to bring this project to life.

Of course, Ellen couldn't let Little Big Town leave the stage without performing some of the songs off of "The Breaker." In their true form, the country group delivers a soulful and catchy performance of their hit single "Better Man" which earned them a standing ovation from the audience. The band also takes the opportunity to showcase some of their other talents through their performances of "Lost in California" and "When Someone Stops Loving You."

While the band members are known for their vocal abilities, they also have a talent for playing instruments. During this episode, each member of the band gets to show off their skills. Karen Fairchild sings while playing guitar on "Lost in California," Kimberly Schlapman plays the tambourine during "Better Man," and Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet both get a chance to play guitar on "When Someone Stops Loving You."

Ellen also asks Little Big Town about their experiences on tour. The band has been doing shows for years, and they have encountered all sorts of characters and situations along the way. The band members share a few of their favorite moments from the road, including an impromptu jam session with Stevie Nicks and a time when they were running late for a concert and had to pull over on the side of the road to change clothes.

Throughout the interview, Ellen shows how much she admires Little Big Town and their music. She even goes so far as to call them one of her favorite bands. It is clear that Ellen and the band members have a great rapport, and the entire episode is full of laughs, jokes, and good-natured teasing. At one point, Ellen even tries to join in on the singing, but quickly realizes that she should stick to her day job.

As the show wraps up, Little Big Town leaves the audience with a special treat. They perform an acoustic version of their hit single "Girl Crush," one of the songs that helped catapult them into the national spotlight. The stripped-down version of the song allows the audience to fully appreciate the band's vocal talents and the beauty of the song's lyrics.

Overall, The Ellen DeGeneres Show season 15 episode 42 featuring Little Big Town is a must-watch for fans of the country group. The band members' engaging personalities and musical talents are on full display, and Ellen's infectious energy brings out the best in all of them. If you're looking for a fun and entertaining hour of television, this episode is definitely worth checking out.