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Bringin' it Backwards

Interview with Hunter Metts

Feb 28, 2024
Hunter Metts discusses his new single 'Somehow You're Always There' inspired by personal loss. He shares his musical journey from playing piano to producing music. The podcast delves into song selection challenges, self-production skills, and navigating the American Idol audition process.
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Quick takeaways

  • Hunter incorporates personal loss experiences into his music, creating heartfelt and relatable storytelling.
  • Metz values self-production, allowing for a unique sound and deep connection with his music.

Deep dives

Hunter Metz's Journey from American Idol to Independence

Hunter Metz, known from his participation in American Idol, delves into his background from Franklin, Tennessee, discussing his early exploration of music through piano and guitar while incorporating production skills since high school. Despite pursuing coding initially, Metz's passion for music led him to audition for American Idol amid the COVID era, propelling him to the top seven where he showcased his original track, 'The River.' After his Idol journey, Metz continues to release heartfelt songs like 'Somehow You're Always There,' inspired by a personal loss experience.

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