Cody Alanâs âNext Artistâ spotlight shines brightly on rising country star, Clare Dunn.
Clareâs raw, powerful vocals stand out across the genre, and her electrified, high-energy performances set the stage on fire. So, who inspired her transfixing live shows, commanding vocals, and unparalleled guitar playing?
In a recent interview with Cody, the âUnreadâ singer name-checked her musical influences.
âBob Segar is definitely right there at the top of the list,â says Clare, who tapped her 2019 tour mate.
âWaylon Jennings is a huge influence for me,â adds Clare. Not only for his music but for his approach to it. He had a unique vision for his sound and what he knew his music could be. I have always been inspired by that.â
âTina Turner, Rolling Stones, Dwight Yoakum, Buck Owens, and lately I am even listening to cats like Johnny Lee,â laughs Clare. âA wide range.â Â
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âNow, that you have said Tina Turner. I see that now!â Cody responds. âI have seen you perform before, and itâs a blast to watch you. You are a guitar slinger. You arenât afraid to throw your hair around on stage. Itâs just fun!â
âItâs lovely trying to get it out of my face, so I can see what I am doing!â laughs Clare.
Check out Clareâs EP âIn This Kind Of Lightâ featuring âHolding Out For A Cowboy,â available everywhere now. Also, catch Clare on the radio with Cody Alan every Wednesday night by finding your CMT Radio station at www.CMTCody.com.
Photo Credit: Clare Dunn.