Country Artist Interviews

Melissa & Austin chat up with country star Dierks Bentley about his new single "Gold", his "Beers on Me" Tour and play a quick game of One's Gotta Go!

Before her show at Radio City Music Hall, Maren Morris joins Audacy's Sabrina backstage to talk about her tour, 'American Idol,' and more.

Jake Owen recently posted about being sober 316 days. He told The Wake Up Call that it surprised him how much that post moved people and how many people reached out to him about it. He openly talked about being sober in a business where alcohol plays a huge role. 

The Eli Young Band is coming to Tailgate Fest next weekend. James Young says we can expect to hear some new music and have a good time. Take a listen! 

Ryan Hurd called in to Melissa to talk about his show coming up in Chicago and his "Before the Music" life. Midway through, though, some unfortunate circumstances happen with the country star.

Matt Stell is coming to Tailgate Fest at the Auto Club Speedway. Once he hits the stage you'll see just how tall this guy is. He told The Wake Up Call about all the random things he's hit his head on. Plus he reveals if his mustache will be a part of his look for the show. 

Dan + Shay chat with Melissa & Austin about their show earlier this summer at Soldier Field, their new hit song "You" and the inspiration behind their latest singles.

Kane Brown called in to chat with Melissa & Austin about why it took so long for him to release "I Love Country Music", where his cereal ranks amongst the best out there & if he ever gets confused where he is at on tour. 

Country Start Chase Rice joined Melissa & Austin to talk about his upcoming show at Country Thunder, why he loves the Midwest & his thoughts on NASCAR coming to Chicago! 

Before taking the stage at Country Thunder, Chris Janson chatted with Melissa & Austin about being back on tour, his favorite drink to make & how prepared he is for this weekend in Wisconsin.

Little Big Town's Jimi Westbrook chats with Melissa & Austin about the group's new hit song "Hell Yeah", the new album & their upcoming show in Chicago!

Tim McGraw joined to Melissa & Austin this morning to talk about his new hit song "7500 OBO", how proud he is of his daughter Gracie's young career & excitement level heading in this year's Windy City Smokeout.

Dan + Shay are back with Coop to talk about new music and more.

Chris Janson is coming to town to perform at Tailgate Fest. He caught up with The Wake Up Call about performing live in So Cal and which one of his may follow in his footsteps. 

Lainey Wilson joins Coop to talk about her new song, "Heart Like a Truck," her upcoming role on 'Yellowstone,' and more.

Thomas Rhett kicks off his "Bring the Bar to You" tour this weekend! He added a second show for his stop in Irvine, California and told The Wake Up Call that he's already working on special guests. 

Brett Eldredge caught up with Scotty and picked 3 Songs off his new album 'Songs About You' that define him as a person and artist

Brett Eldredge has a new album, "Songs About You" out tomorrow. He shares his favorites on the record and talks about hitting the road for his tour, which includes multiple So Cal dates. 

Justin Moore won't be home for Father's Day this year, because he's out on the road. He told David and Kelli what he really wants for Father's Day and how he feels about not being home. 

Thomas Rhett is ready for summer! He talked to The Wake Up Call about his favorite summer memory, summer traditions, and brings his tour to Southern California this summer. 

Maren Morris joins John & Tammy in the Morning on KSON backstage at Stagecoach.

Carrie Underwood joins John & Tammy in the Morning on KSON, and discusses her fear of turtles.

Carly Pearce joins Josh, Rachael, and Grunwald in the Morning on 99.5 WYCD in Detroit to talk about her song, "Never Wanted to be That Girl," and the passing of Naomi Judd.

Luke Combs is ready to close down Stagecoach. Don't expect any special guests or tricks, but he says his "hits" will carry him through a great performance tonight. 

Cody Johnson talked to us about his new cologne (which smells amazing!), plus he flexed on the coolest number in his phone.