Americana-country singer Max McNown is still only 23, but he’s already two albums deep with millions of streams and TikTok followers. The West Linn, Oregon-born artist, inspired by the likes of Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan, left his hometown for San Clemente, Southern California, where he discovered his voice busking on the pier, in between shifts as a barista.

Although McNown did audition for American Idol and made it through, the singer chose to pursue music on his own rather than take the reality TV talent route. And it was a good decision — his heartfelt covers and originals quickly went viral.

McNown joined us in the studio for the first time to share his story, including the impact of his brother Brock’s battle with leukemia on both his family and his outlook, and how it shaped his art. He also opens up about meeting and falling in love with his girlfriend, collaborating with Hailey Whitters, making his way in Nashville, struggling with addiction, and much more

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