May Artist Pick: Tucker Wetmore

Tucker Wetmore’s meteoric rise has taken the country music world by storm—and his debut album What Not To, out now, cements his place as one of Nashville’s most promising new voices. The Washington native, once known for his small-town roots and athletic prowess, scored his first No. 1 hit in 2024 with the breakout single “Wind Up Missin’ You.” Since then, his star has only climbed higher, with a platinum plaque and a slot on Thomas Rhett’s 2025 Better In Boots tour.

With over 780 million global streams and a reputation for writing with heart-on-sleeve vulnerability, Wetmore is quickly becoming a defining voice for a new generation of country fans. His inclusion in the Grand Ole Opry’s 2025 NextStage class only reinforces what fans and critics alike have already realized—Tucker Wetmore is just getting started.

We caught up with Wetmore in the heart of the Arizona desert ahead of his biggest performance to date. With the sun shining on the cacti and a guitar at his side, he spoke candidly about his journey as a songwriter and the emotional weight behind What Not To. Watch the full interview and exclusive performances in the One Country app!