Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast

#693 - Zach John King on Morgan Wallen Tour Rumors + Getting Rejected by Luke Bryan on American Idol + His Surprising Brooks & Dunn Encounter

Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast

Show Notes

Rising country artist Zach John King joins Bobby to clear up the rumors surrounding his spot on Morgan Wallen’s tour and reveals how Morgan first discovered him. He looks back at getting rejected by Luke Bryan on American Idol, the tough early years in Nashville, and why he started wearing his signature overalls. Zach also shares the story of having coffee with Brooks & Dunn, the strangest thing a fan has thrown at him onstage, and why he can't stand when artists complain about their jobs. Plus, he opens up about losing his father during one of the biggest years of his career and why he refuses to take any of his success Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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