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“These are stories I’ve lived or witnessed, but I leave space in the lyrics for you to find your own meaning, your own moments. Some are fun, a few are serious. But every song came from a real place, and I think people will feel that.” – Kenny Hotopp
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Kenny Hotopp Finds Clarity in Motion on “Shifting Gears”
“Rather than dwelling on regret, the song embraces transformation, acknowledging that meaningful change often begins with honest self-assessment.”
– Mundane Magazine
Behind the Video: Kenny Hotopp Discusses His Introspective Video for “Shifting Gears”
“With his great Americana folk-soul sound, Kenny Hotopp delivers a deeply personal and visually intimate reflection on growth, sobriety, and self-discovery.”
– Dawn Jones, V13
Kenny Hotopp – “Shifting Gears”
‘Excelling in its contemplatively relatable lyricism, melodic vocal layers, and folk/rock cohesion, “Shifting Gears” is a stirring success from Kenny Hotopp.”
– Mike Mineo, Obscure Sound
Kenny Hotopp shares new single ‘Shifting Gears’
There is a grounded sincerity running through Kenny Hotopp’s ‘Shifting Gears’ that gives the song its emotional weight.
– Chris Bound, Mystic Sons
Shifting Gears – Kenny Hotopp Reflects on Change, Sobriety, and Self-Discovery in New Video
“Americana artist Kenny Hotopp pairs introspective songwriting with striking visuals in his new music video “Shifting Gears,” a compelling portrait of personal change and creative renewal.”
– iHeart Radio
Track-by-Track: Peek Inside Kenny Hotopp’s Introspective Album, ‘The South Looks Good on You’
“The South Looks Good on You is a milestone release that sees him expanding his artistic voice beyond his earlier country roots into a rich blend of Americana, folk, blues, and country…”
– Dawn Jones, V13
Kenny Hotopp Taps Nashville Musicians for New Americana Album “The South Looks Good on You”
“From a wider lens, the album explores themes of family, love, reflection, and loss. The songs are drawn from small yet meaningful moments of his life, transforming Hotopp’s journal entries into music.”
-Don Wells, Vents Magazine
Discover the Americana sound of Midwestern wanderer Kenny Hotopp
“Being a storyteller at heart, this Midwestern wanderer turned life’s twists into songs that feel lived-in and deeply human.”
– Georgiana Karl, Local 5 Live
