5 Fast Facts About Colter Wall Every Country Fan Should Know

Elif Ozden — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 02:18:27 +0000

If you like listening to Americana, folk, and alt-country, Colter Wall might be a name you’ve heard of. This young musician from the northern realms of Canada has been rising to prominence in country music. Today, we pull the curtain back and list five aspects of Wall’s life that every country music fan might want to know.

1. He Loves Listening to Vinyl Records

According to the Boot, Wall has spoken about his love for vinyl records, comparing the act of listening to an entire album to delving deep into a good book. The musician also revealed his side that loves storytelling, both in the narratives he listens to and those he weaves into his songs.

2. Wall’s Father is a Former Politician

Colter’s father, Brad Wall, was the 14th Premier of Saskatchewan. Having grown up with a father as a political figure in Saskatchewan, Wall has tried to ensure that his music remains unaffected by political influences.

3. Steve Earle is a Big Colter Wall Fan

Steve Earle didn’t hold back his admiration for Wall, labeling him:

“Bar-none, the best young singer-songwriter I’ve seen in 20 years.”

Besides, Rick Rubin has also spoken of Wall’s singing and songwriting style, which led to Wall being signed to Rubin’s American Songs publishing company.

4. Wall Refused to Join Joe Rogan’s Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRYNTuLrVu8

Wall’s decision to decline an invitation to the Joe Rogan podcast might come as a surprise to many. The reason? Wall was focused on his summer work as a ranch hand in Texas at the time. Despite Wall’s absence from the podcast, Rogan still showcased his admiration for Wall’s music.

5. He Canceled Winter 2022 Tour Dates and Received Backlash

Due to the pandemic, Wall had to cancel his winter 2022 tour dates. This decision, influenced by challenges posed by the Omicron surge and the complexities of touring during those times, led to a wave of criticism. Colter addressed these critiques in an Instagram post, mentioning the challenges that many artists faced during such unpredictable times.