Waylon Wyatt: From TikTok to Sold-Out Tours Before Graduation

At just 18 years old, Waylon Wyatt has already shared the stage with legends like Tracy Lawrence, headlined a sold-out national tour, and played Stagecoach—all while finishing high school in Hackett, Arkansas (population: 800). In this episode, host Nick Major sits down with the rising country star to talk about viral success, writing songs in his kitchen between dinner prep, and how a construction company hat led to his record deal. Waylon opens up about turning the loss of his brother into the driving force behind his music, collaborating with breakout artists like Bayker Blankenship and Willow Avalon, recording at Electric Lady Studios, and preparing for his first European tour. Whether it’s fishing, food, or fears of jellyfish, this conversation is about more than just Waylon's music. Highlights: The full-circle moment opening for his first concert idol Wyatt Flores The true story behind "Everything Under the Sun" His incredible day at Stagecoach  How TikTok and a skeptical mindset launched his career Collabs on “Smoke and Embers” & “Sunday Supper” What’s next for Waylon—including Europe, a new EP, and deep-sea fishing dreams! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices