Backstage Pass: Recent Episodes
WYNK Country 101.5 (WYNK-FM)
Backstage Pass is an interview program done by Austin James with 1015 WYNK in Baton Rouge, La. It’s a “get to know you” interview show with music artists, real life experiences, and interesting conversations. Listeners will get to hear stories from artists as well as performances. Just imagine a country music star sitting in your living room having a conversation and playing some music! Or enjoy a chat session to keep you company! You'll never know what topics will come up on Backstage Pass with Austin James.
Austin James talks with singer songwriter Annie Bosko about her her past invoving rodeos, farm life, and her current songs in country music.
Here are some funny highlights and country music news from Austin James' afternoon show
On this episode of Backstage Pass with Austin James, former American Idol winner and South Louisiana resident Laine Hardy, opens up about his personal life and gives us some information on new music!
Here are some funny highlights and entertainment news from Austin James' afternoon show!
Here are some highlights and feature stories from Austin James' afternoon show on 1015 WYNK in Baton Rouge, La.
Austin James talks with Livingston Parish Sherrif Jason Ard about their annual Christmas Crusade For Kids toy drive
Austin James talks with some members of the LSU Block and Bridle rodeo about its upcoming event, the history of the rodeo, and the member's involement with charity events around the community.
Austin James talks with Louisiana native Bryan Martin about growing up in the south, his time in the United States Army, and his love of writing songs.
Austin James talks about social media pages and what kind of an affect they have on our daily lives
Austin James talks to Eleanor Thibodeaux about her direction in songwriting and how Scotty McCreery was a HUGE influence in her country music songwriting.
Austin James talks with former LSU football player and singer/songwriter Trey Gallman about growuing up in South Louisiana, playing football for LSU, and now writing songs in Nashville.
Austin James talks with Ben Gallaher about his love for playing the guitar, songwriting, and french fries!!!
Austin James talks with Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame member Chase Tyler about his current music career and how he played a "Blues Brother" on stage in New York City!!!
Austin James talks to Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard about the upcoming annual Chippin' In For St. Jude golf tournament and how folks can donate and contribute to help the kids at St. Jude.
Austin James talks with Kolby Cooper about his songwriting career and being a father of three at the age of 23!
Austin James talks with George Birge about how he almost didn't pursue a career in country music until a conversation with Clay Walker changed his mind.
Austin James talks with country music artist Ben Ragsdale about his style of country music and how he got in to songwriting.
Austin James talked with two Louisiana artists, Clay Cormier and Micah Kennedy about how they met, writing songs together for the first time, and their t-shirt collection.
Austin James talks to South Louisiana country artist Thomas Cain about his songwriting and singing style.
Austin James talks with Tyler Booth about his songwriting skills and performing live for anyone!
Austin James talks with Dillon Carmichael about writing songs, traveling on the road, and eating peanuts with chocolate milk.
Austin James talks with Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard about the annual Christmas Crusade For Kids toy collection for needy children
Austin James talks with Josie Purvis and Jody Duhe about the upcoming LSU Block and Bridle Rodeo!
Austin James talks with Kelly Stein about the upcoming Fifolet Halloween Festival with 10/31 Consortium
Austin James talks with Baton Rouge native Dominick Michael and how he is becoming a country music "outlaw"!
Austin James talks with Jackson Dean about being a brick layer, fisherman, and songwriting!
Austin James talks with Jesse James Decker about her show at Texas Club and what life was like as a military family.
Austin James talks to Jason Aldean about his new album, "GEORGIA" and the success of teaming up with Carrie Underwood for "IF I DIDN'T LOVE YOU".
Austin James talks with country star Pricilla Block about her songwriting career and what is her favorite snack to enjoy when she's traveling on the road.
Austin James talks with Will Wesley and Phil Chandler about their style of music and their recent tour of Europe!
Austin James talks to Lester Mut who is the king of the 1031 Consortium Halloween Parade about the upcoming "flip flop" reverse Halloween Parade on Saturday, October 30th.
Austin James talks with Lester Mut who is the King of 1031 Consortium and their big Ghostly Gala benefit!
Austin James talks with Laine Hardy about his new music, upcoming shows, and his debut appearance on the Grand Ole Opry.
Austin James talks with Callista Clark about songwriting at an early age, and she is iHeartCountry's On The Verge Artist!
Austin James talks with Laine Hardy about his recent performance of "MEMORIZE YOU" on The Bachelorette and being back out on the road performing again!
Austin James talks with Elvie Shane about his current true life hit, "MY BOY" and his life growing up in Kentucky.
On this episode of Backstage Pass, Austin James talks with Dylan Scott about his recent #1 song, "NOBODY" and his go to sweet snack for his killer sweet tooth!
Austin James talks with Parker McCollum about his current hits on radio, and what is Parker's "go to snack" while traveling on the road!
Austin James talks with up and coming country music artist Lainey Wilson about her current hit single, "THINGS A MAN OUGHTA TO KNOW", growing up in Louisiana, and becoming iHeartCountry's On The Verge artist!
Austin James talks with former American Idol winner and South Louisiana native Laine Hardy about new music, being an official ambassador for Louisiana tourism, and his experience dealing with a Covid-19 diagnosis.
Austin James talks with Tenille Arts about songwriting and what it was like growing up in Canada.
Austin James talks about former NFL quarterback Drew Brees and former Rascal Flatts lead singer Gary Levox!
Austin James talks with CJ Solar about his new music and his love for James Bond movies!!!
Austin James talks with up and coming country music artist Chris Bandi about his songwriting and spending time in South Louisiana.
Austin James talks about why he hates New Years Eve but shares some positive things about 2021.
Austin James talks to U.S. Army recruiter, Sgt. Payne, about the benefits of joining the United States Army.
Austin James talks with Hillary Scott of Lady A about their current song, "CHAMPAGNE NIGHT" and the re-issue of their Christmas Album, "ON THIS WINTER'S NIGHT".
Austin James talks with U.S. Army recruiter Sgt. Williams about all the benefits and career opportunities with the Army. A lot of great information was shared.
Austin James talks with U.S. Army recruiter Sgt. Isom about the benefits with serving in the United States Army.
Austin James talks with some folks involved with 10/31 Consortium about their family friendly Halloween events around Baton Rouge, La.
Austin James talks with Jon Bridgers of Cajun Navy 2016 about Hurricane Laura rescue efforts
Austin James interviews Pryor and Lee about their time on The Voice and teaming up to start writing songs together.
Austin James talks with Carly Pearce about her new number one song, and performing with Lee Brice
Austin James talks with actress/singer songwriter Chrissy Metz about her television show, "THIS IS US" and her new book "THIS IS ME"
Austin James talks with Louisiana native Laine Hardy about his new music and returning to American Idol!
Austin James talks with sports writer Scott Rabalais about how we may experience sporting events after the Coronavirus epidemic.
Austin James talks with his co-worker and friend, Jessie, about this whole Tiger King thing.
Austin James talks with South Louisiana residents and songwriters Kendall Shaffer and Jeffery Allen Imler on Backstage Pass
Austin James talks with Louisiana native Clifton Brown about life as a country music singer and a policeman.
Austin James talks with Justin Moore about his tour with Tracy Lawrence and about coaching softball and basketball!
Austin James talks with country music artist Trea Landon about songwriting, baseball, and fishing!
Austin James sat down and talked with Louisiana native and Nashville recording star, Payton Smith.
Austin James talks with Jon Wolfe about music, living life as a foodie, also his former career as an oil trader!!!
Austin James talks with former LSU football fullback Trey Gallman about his current career as a singer songwriter and if Trey would really want to play football again.
Austin James talks with Baton Rouge native and Nashville recording artist CJ Solar about his latest music, how he feels about producing music videos, and his song writing collaboration that came up with the number one song, "Up Down" with Morgan Wallen and Florida Georgia Line.
Austin James talks with Chase Tyler about his new music and being inducted in to the Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame.
Austin James talks about Alfred Hitchcock's "VERTIGO" and why this could be the best movie ever made.
Austin James talks with country music artist Matt Stell about his basketball history and how he started writing and performing country music.
Austin James talks with Randy Rice from 10-31 Consortium about the big Halloween Gala and charity event in Baton Rouge!
Austin James talks with actor/singer/songwriter John Schneider about life and his upcoming performance at the Angola Rodeo.
Austin James talks with Randy Rice about the upcoming Baton Rouge Halloween parade and all the activities surrounding this family friendly event.
Austin James talks with Louisiana's own Dylan Scott about his upcoming Bayou Stock concert!
Austin James talks to Tyler Farr about his new record deal and working for Jason Aldean.
Austin James catches up with American Idol winner Laine Hardy to find out what he's been doing since he won the Idol title.
A friend of mine just came back from the Dominican Republic, and she tells me about her first hand experience.
Austin James talks with Lady Antebellum about their new music, new label, new direction in their career, and golf!
Austin James talks with the sister of American Idol contestant, Laine Hardy, about her emotions surrounding the competition, and from whom Laine inherited is singing skills!!!
Austin James talks with Livingston Parish resident and American Idol contestant Laine Hardy!
Louisiana native and "The Voice" contestant, Gyth Rigdon, talks with Austin James about his career, his small town upbringing, and being on national television!
Austin James has quite the innovative technique when it comes to perfecting his cereal...
Austin James and his friend have an encounter with New Orleans police after a concert...
Austin James talks with Derek Shipley from Parish County Line about their new music and upcoming performances with Mitchell Tenpenny and Bayou Country Superfest.
Austin James speaks with Justin Moore talking about kids, sports, hunting, and a new tour!
Austin James sits down with Randy Rogers Band to chat about their upcoming show at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel in Baton Rouge on Friday, November 2nd.
Austin James talks to Joshlyn Shelby who is the current Queen of the Livingston Parish Fair.
1015 WYNK's Austin James talks with Laine Hardy about his career and his upcoming shows with Easton Corbin, Livingston Parish Fair, Country Smooth Fest, and more!!!
Here is my interview with some members of the United States Air Force in Baton Rouge, La.
Here is Austin James talking with Baton Rouge native and Nashville singer/songwriter CJ Solar.