Emerging country artist Wyatt Flores has solidified himself as one of the genre’s most exciting new voices in 2024. His recent performance on “CBS Saturday Morning”, as part of their “Saturday Sessions” series, showcased three standout tracks: “Don’t Wanna Say Goodnight,” “Milwaukee,” and “Stillwater.” This high-profile appearance is just the latest achievement in a year marked by milestones, including the release of his debut full-length album, Welcome to the Plains, earlier this fall via Island Records.
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Flores has celebrated his album with notable performances, including a set for NPR Music’s prestigious “Tiny Desk Concert” series and his late-night television debut on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”. He also gave an insightful interview on NPR’s “All Things Considered,” where he discussed the album’s deeply personal themes and his journey as an artist.
Welcome to the Plains: A Journey Through Life and Home
Produced by Beau Bedford, known for his work with Orville Peck and Shane Smith & The Saints, Welcome to the Plains captures Flores’ experiences navigating life on the road while holding onto the roots of his hometown, Stillwater, Oklahoma. Critics have widely praised the album, with Rolling Stone hailing it as “a defining album of the 23-year-old Flores’ career” and NPR Music including it on their “Best of 2024” list.
Reflecting on his work, Flores describes the album as “a search for happiness.” He explains, “It’s an album about Stillwater, Oklahoma, and all the other little towns that have raised people like you and me… This album is happy on one side and heartbreak on the other, and whoever you are, I hope you find something you love in here.”
Engaging Live Performances and Touring Success
Wyatt Flores has earned a reputation for his captivating live shows. His ongoing “Welcome to the Plains Tour” has seen sold-out performances, including his two-night headlining debut at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium. Other tour highlights include stops at Fort Worth’s Billy Bob’s Texas and Tulsa’s Cain’s Ballroom.
Wyatt Flores Tour Dates
- December 27—Fort Worth, TX—Billy Bob’s Texas (SOLD OUT)
- December 30—Tulsa, OK—Cain’s Ballroom# (SOLD OUT)
- December 31—Tulsa, OK—Cain’s Ballroom~ (SOLD OUT)
- February 28—Tempe, AZ—Extra Innings Festival
- March 7—Berlin, Germany—C2C Festival Berlin – Uber Eats Music Hall
- March 8—Rotterdam, Netherlands—C2C Festival Rotterdam – RTM Stage
- March 14—London, U.K.—C2C Festival – The O2
- March 15—Belfast, U.K.—C2C Festival – SSE Arena
- March 16—Glasgow, U.K.—C2C Festival – OVO Hydro
- March 21-24—Brisbane, Australia—CMC Rocks 2025
- April 4—Cottonwood, AL—Breakout at Big Creek Festival
- April 5—Fort Lauderdale, FL—Tortuga Music Festival
- April 11—Gonzales, TX—Cattle Country Fest
- April 24—Wilkesboro, NC—MerleFest
- June 5—Clinton, IA—Tailgate N’ Tallboys Fest
- July 12—Cavendish, PE—Cavendish Beach Music Festival
- July 20—Whitefish, MT—Under the Big Sky Festival
- July 26—Yerington, NV—Night in the Country Festival
#with special guests JR Carroll and Wyatt Baker
~with special guests The Damn Quails and Lance Roark
A Celebrated Voice in Country Music
Born and raised in Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores is a Mexican-American artist whose authenticity and storytelling have resonated deeply with fans. His three previous EPs, including this spring’s Half Life, received critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising his “superpower: tapping emotions.” NPR Music called his work “a fantastic record,” while Holler highlighted him at his “gloriously life-affirming, existential best.”
Flores’ impact on the country music scene has earned him a nomination for Emerging Act of the Year at the 2024 Americana Honors & Awards and recognition in Rolling Stone’s “Future of Music” artists. Other honors include being named Amazon’s Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Spotify’s Hot Country Class of 2024, and CMT’s Listen Up Class.
Chart-Topping Success and Film Soundtrack Features
With over 325 million streams to date, Wyatt Flores has achieved significant commercial success. His 2022 breakout single, “Please Don’t Go,” climbed the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart, while his collaboration with Jake Kohn, “Before I Do,” was featured on the soundtrack for the highly anticipated film Twisters.
Wyatt Flores’ authenticity, emotional depth, and rising profile signal a bright future. As his career continues to ascend, fans can look forward to more music and memorable performances from this gifted artist redefining the country music landscape.
