Backstage With Scott Stevens

Jo Dee Messina Talks Roanoke Return, Dr Pepper Park Show & Exclusive Meet‑and‑Greet Giveaway with Scott Stevens Country star Jo Dee Messina is heading back to the Star City—and she’s bringing the excitement with her. Jo Dee called into Scott Stevens’ show on 107.9 WYYD to talk about her upcoming concert at Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges on Saturday, May 30th, and it’s safe to say—she cannot wai...

Scott Stevens caught up with country icon Jo Dee Messina ahead of her upcoming performance at Dr Pepper Park on May 30th, and the conversation is packed with nostalgia, real-life perspective, and a preview of what fans can expect when she hits the stage. Messina, a defining voice of the ‘90s country boom, reflects on the era that launched her into stardom—with nine No. 1 hits and fan favorites lik...

Scott Stevens talks with Larry the Cable Guy about his comedy tour and his upcoming performance at Salem Civic Center on Saturday May 9th.

Step backstage with Scott as he sits down with Waynette Anderson to reveal Dr Pepper Park’s biggest entertainment season yet. From chart-toppers to high‑energy tributes, she breaks down why 2026 will be a record‑setting year for Roanoke. This is your front-row preview of the shows everyone will be talking about.

Jake Owen Brings His “Dreams to Dream Tour” to Charlottesville’s Paramount Theater on February 27- Interview and article by Scott Stevens at WYYD FM and iHeartCountry Hear the interview by pressing the play (>) button below... I got the chance to catch up with country superstar Jake Owen, who is headed back to Virginia, bringing his Dreams to Dream Tour to the historic Paramount Theater in Char...

Scott Stevens talks to Rodeo Director Kevin Debusk about the Stampede Championship Rodeo this weekend at Salem Civic Center! The 2026 Stampede Championship Rodeo competition features bull riding, bronc busting, and barrel racing, and more! Boot Barn mutton busting is returning in 2026. The first 10 cowpokes ages 4 - 6, who weigh 50 pounds or less, can register prior to each performance and see how...

Scott Stevens talks to Marty Roe, lead singer of Diamond Rio, about their upcoming concert at Dr Pepper Park, this Saturday July 19th, 2025.  He also discusses their success over the last 35 years and recent changes to the band including their first female member.  

Angels Helping Angels is a Salvation Army program dedicated to providing Christmas presents for children in need throughout the Roanoke Valley. Former iHeartRadio Roanoke employee and local radio legend, Slam Duncan, is spearheading this effort through his Children’s Charity group. On December 15th, area Girl Scouts will participate by selecting an Angel and purchasing the items on their list. How...

Scott at iHeart talks to Warren Hayes ahead of his show at Salem Civic Center!  Find more here:    Win tickets here!

The country's most famous groundhog crawled out of his hole in chilly Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania at daybreak today and, for the 138th time, gave his long-term weather prediction. Punxsutawney Phil announced, in his own language, that he did not see his shadow and predicted an early spring. Had he seen his shadow, his prediction would have called for six more weeks of winter. This is only the 21st...

Scott Stevens talks to Rodeo Director Kevin Debusk about this year's rodeo at the Salem Civic Center January 5th through 7th! Professional cowboys and cowgirls, many from the Virginia area, will be competing in rodeo’s most popular events, sanctioned by the International Professional Rodeo Association. The IPRA competition features bull riding, bronc busting, and barrel racing, and it is not unusu...

Country singer and songwritter Phill Vassar is coming home to Virginia! Performing live at the Amherst County Fair, Saturday October 21st! Tickets and information available here . Scott Stevens talks to Phil about what he has been up to lately and about his upcoming show. You can hear the interview that origionally aired on Scott's radio show on Tuesday October 17th following 2 of Phil's number on...

Scott Stevens chats with Kevin DeBusk about the upcoming Stampede Championship Rodeo at the Salem Civic Center. January 7th, 8th and 9th.

Scott Stevens talks with John Rich of Big and Rich about the Red White and Boots show in honor of our military and first responders this Wednesday, 10/27 at 6:30 PM. Concert is FREE! Show outside at the First and Main Shopping Center in Blacksburg at 6:30 PM. Opening and contributing artists include Crawford and Power, DJ Sinister, Jeffrey Steele and more! Bring a chair and come early to get parke...

Scott Stevens talks to Jonathan Slye, not only about the upcoming Matt Stell with Ian Munsick concert at DeVault Vineyards on June 11, but also the Blue Ridge Rock Festival, Blue Ridge Country festival and "The Ridge" in the former location of Phase 2 in Lynchburg!

Jonathan Slye, known for promoting area concerts and events including The Blue Ridge Rock Festival now has a new company. "Purpose Driven Events," including being the new ownership of "Phase 2," which will reopen under an new name with lots of changes.

Scott Stevens interview's Troy Cooper, local owner operator of Mcdonald's, about free "Thank You Meals" for area first responders.

Scott Stevens talks with Misty Vinson-Spitzer, Communications Director YMCA OF CENTRAL VIRGINIA , about their essential workers childcare and their online fitness programs.

Scott Stevens talks to Robert Knight at the Berglund Center about their Wednesday and Friday Night live concerts online. The artists perform in their living rooms, right to your living rooms.

We talk to Kevin DeBusk with the Stampede Championship Rodeo about the upcoming events there this weekend February 10th, 11th and 12th.

Noah Guthrie Opens For Dwight Yoakam At The Harverster In Rocky Mount On March 10, 2019.

Enjoy the fast-paced rodeo action featuring bull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing, and much more. This is a great opportunity to bring the family out and see a top notch rodeo! This event has been voted the #1 MOST FUN THING THAT'S HAPPENED IN SALEM by the readers of The Roanoke Times, and with all of the down-home, fast-paced rodeo action, it's easy to see why! Reserved Seat Ad...

Our own Scott Stevens caught up with the Lynchburg Fox who has been in the news for biting people when they open the door.