Hunter Metts signs with WME
Hunter Metts signs with WME
January 15, 2025
by ROSTR
Hunter Metts signed with Kanan Vitolo, Kirk Sommer, Alex Collignon, Justin Edwards, Jonny Greenfield & Michael Montante of WME for touring.
Hunter Metts is managed by Shelter Music Group, released by Position Music & published by BMG.
Hunter Metts is an indie folk artist from Franklin, Tennessee, born on September 12, 1998, who rose to national prominence after competing on American Idol's 19th season in 2021. Growing up in a musical family, Metts began playing piano at age ten and later transitioned to guitar, developing a distinctive sound influenced by artists like Bon Iver, The Paper Kites, and Novo Amor. After initially working as a software developer, he fully committed to music in 2023, releasing independent tracks like "Nothing to Lose" and "Paper Moon" and signing with BMG for publishing. His music is characterized by soulful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and acoustic-driven melodies, with recent releases like "Don't Fail Me Now" from his EP Monochrome showcasing his ability to craft deeply personal and introspective songs that explore themes of relationships, faith, and human experience.
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Hunter Metts, Kanan Vitolo, Kirk Sommer, Alex Collignon, Justin Edwards, Jonny Greenfield, Michael Montante, WME
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