Big Machine Records / Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment Signs Hunter Flynn In Partnership With Appalachian Soul Music

New Song “Wasted Day” Out Now

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Photo ID (L-R) Scott Borchetta, Hunter Flynn, Jimmy Harnen

Photo credit: Nick Rau

Download signing photo HERE

Today (5.22), Big Machine Records / Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment signs Kentucky-born singer-songwriter Hunter Flynn, in partnership with Appalachian Soul Music. The partnership launches with the release of Flynn’s new song “Wasted Day,” available now.

Listen to “Wasted Day,” here:

https://hunterflynn.ffm.to/wastedday

“Hunter Flynn, with his ‘Appalachian Soul’ and Kentucky roots, brings a unique artistic vision to his music and his art”, says Big Machine Chairman Scott Borchetta.”In the time we’ve been working together, I’m continually amazed by his creativity, approach, and keen eye on how he’s going to tell his stories.”

"When I decided to quit my job and make art for a living, I swore I would never spend another second of another day not doing something I love,” says Flynn. “So truth be told, the idea of a record label scared me because I have such a clear vision for the art I want to create. But from the very first time I met with Scott, Jimmy, Ryan and the rest of the team and played them my songs it was abundantly clear that they believed in my vision and were willing to be true partners and advocate for my art. Since then, they've provided me with the resources and the support to create the album of my dreams and are now using their expertise to help spread Appalachian Soul Music to all corners of the world."

Written solely by Flynn and produced by David Ferguson (John Prine, Sturgill Simpson, Tyler Childers) and M. Allen Parker (Dan Auerbach, Dierks Bentley, Hermanos Gutiérrez), “Wasted Day” is the first preview of a debut album to come later this year. Featuring a who’s-who of world class musicians including Sierra Hull on mandolin, Russ Pahl on pedal steel, Tom Bukovac on acoustic guitar, Stuart Duncan on fiddle, Mike Rojas on keys and Jay Bellerose on percussion, the song melts Appalachian country roots with Flynn’s indie-soul vocal delivery. Set against the backdrop of a hazy hungover morning, “Wasted Day” tells a tale of a day unraveling before it even truly starts, just to end with a half-hearted promise to stop the cycle tomorrow.

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Download “Wasted Day” artwork HERE

Raised in Eastern Kentucky, Flynn attended Eastern Kentucky University on a full academic scholarship, studying biomedical sciences before shifting toward art and music following a car accident in 2021 that left him physically unscathed yet forever changing the trajectory of his life. After leaving his insurance job and moving back into his grandmother’s basement, Flynn began drawing charcoal portraits, writing songs and playing open mic nights across Kentucky. His art is represented across his single covers including “Wasted Day” featuring his dog Ginger and the Appalachian astronaut that has become a recurring theme in his visual art.

With “Wasted Day,” Flynn continues to define Appalachian soul music on his own terms, blending raw storytelling, emotional honesty and the sounds of the region that shaped him.

For more information, visit hunterflynn.com.

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ABOUT HUNTER FLYNN:

Hunter Flynn is a native to the Bluegrass state, born and raised in Pulaski county, Kentucky. Flynn’s first public performance came in early 2022. Since then, the 28 year old singer/songwriter has gained national recognition as one of Appalachia’s most promising young artists. In an area that has no shortage of talent, it is Flynn’s unique perspective and gut punching vocal delivery that leaves the listener with no doubt as to whether or not he has lived the stories he is telling. Flynn has now shared stages with the likes of Zach Top, Megan Moroney, Josh Meloy, and more. The sky is the limit for this young artist who refers to his style of music as “Appalachian Soul”

ABOUT BIG MACHINE RECORDS / NASHVILLE HARBOR RECORDS & ENTERTAINMENT:

Led by Founder, Chairman, and CEO Scott Borchetta, Big Machine Records & Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment are the core record company brands in Borchetta’s portfolio of businesses.

The Big Machine/Nashville Harbor artist roster includes Riley Green, The Band Perry, Rascal Flatts, The Jack Wharff Band, Marfa, Aaron Lewis, Caroline Jones, Cole Goodwin, Greylan James, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Shaylen.

Their artists have received multiple GRAMMY, CMA, ACM, AMA, CMT, Teen Choice, MTV, Billboard, People's Choice and BRIT Awards. Big Machine is the first-ever American label to align with terrestrial radio for performance royalty rights for its artists and is an industry leader in fighting for artist, songwriter, publisher and record company rights.

Visit https://www.bigmachinerecords.com for more information.

Hunter Flynn Press Contacts:

Ebie McFarland | ebie@ebmediapr.com

Wes Vause | wes@ebmediapr.com

Borchetta Entertainment Group Press Contact:

press@bigmachinemail.com