Man, if there’s one thing I love about the current country scene, it’s how guys like Waylon Wyatt are keeping it real—no frills, just gut-wrenching lyrics and that twangy guitar that hits you right in the feels. This Arkansas native exploded onto the scene a couple years back, and now in 2025, he’s headlining his own “Out of the Blue Tour,” kicking off on September 5 at George’s Majestic Lounge in his home state. It’s a 20-something date jaunt across the U.S., wrapping up November 21 in Houston, with stops in gritty spots like St. Louis, Minneapolis, Chicago, and even a dip into New York and the Pacific Northwest. Before the tour proper, he’s been slinging festival sets at places like Gulf Coast Jam, Cavendish Beach, and even opening for Zach Bryan at massive gigs like Red Rocks and BST Hyde Park. Wyatt’s not just riding coattails; he’s carving his own path, and his setlist proves it—a killer mix of originals that feel like therapy sessions set to music.
From what I’ve pieced together from recent shows and tour previews, Wyatt’s 2025 setlist is clocking in around 10-13 songs, blending his debut album cuts with deeper tracks that showcase his storytelling chops. It’s tight, no bloat, and leaves you wanting more, which is exactly how a rising star should do it. Here’s the average setlist he’s been delivering on this tour:
- Your Whereabouts – Starting strong, he dives right into that wandering-heart vibe, questioning love and loss over a sparse acoustic build-up. I mean, come on, if you’re not humming along by the chorus, check your pulse. It sets the tone: this ain’t pop-country fluff; it’s the kind of song that makes you text your ex at 2 a.m.
- Riches to Rags – He keeps the momentum with this rowdy number about falling from grace that gets the crowd stomping. Wyatt’s voice cracks just right on the high notes—raw, unpolished, and damn authentic.
- Lord and a Lady – One of my personal favorites from his catalog. It’s got that classic country romance with a twist of regret, and live, it turns into this communal sing-along that feels intimate even in a packed venue.
- All Again – From here, he mixes in this upbeat track, enough to shake off the blues but laced with that Wyatt edge—think ironic smiles over heartbreak.
- Wishbone – Waylon’s newest track is bound to get played, being released in early September
- I’d Be Delighted – Another upbeat one that keeps the energy flowing, full of charm and a bit of sass.
- Arkansas Diamond – Mid-set, things get heavier with this nod to his roots that’s equal parts pride and pain. He pours everything into it, and you can tell it’s personal.
- O.D. – Follows with a darker track about addiction and redemption that’s become a fan staple—intense, but he handles it with such vulnerability that it’s more cathartic than depressing. I was honestly surprised how well fans can open this song up, even impressing Waylon.
- Sincerely Your Son – Wrapping the main set, this tender letter-to-dad ballad that always chokes me up.
- Phoning Heaven – Where he imagines calling up lost loved ones. These aren’t just songs; they’re confessions, and Wyatt delivers them like he’s baring his soul for the first time every night.
- Stranger to Me – Kicking off the encores, ramping up the energy with foot-stomping rhythms that have the whole room jumping.
- Something in the Orange (Zach Bryan cover) – A total crowd-pleaser that shows respect to his influences without stealing the spotlight.
- Jersey Giant (Tyler Childers cover) – Everyone in the crowd knows this one.
And for the encore cherry on top:
- Everything Under the Sun – Fades out the night on a hopeful note, leaving you reflective as you stumble out into the cool September air.
- Jailbreak – Keeps the encore fire going strong.
Look, Wyatt’s setlist isn’t reinventing the wheel, but in a genre full of overproduced schlock, it’s a breath of fresh, dusty air. He’s got that old-school Waylon Jennings spirit (no relation, I assume) mixed with modern indie-country grit, and at 25 or so, he’s only getting better. If you’re catching him on this tour—say, tonight in Madison or next week in Chicago—buckle up. It’s not just a concert; it’s an emotional gut-punch that’ll have you singing his praises (and maybe shedding a tear) long after the lights come up. Go see him if you can; country’s future is in good hands with guys like this.
