Who is Owen Eckhardt? The rising artist would prioritize 'American idol' over his dream career

'American Idol' contestant Owen Eckhardt has a soothing country voice and is often seen performing in fests like Mayfest and open mic events
PUBLISHED MAR 19, 2023
'American Idol' Season 21 contestant Owen Eckhardt is a veterinary student (@oweneckhardtmusic/instagram)
'American Idol' Season 21 contestant Owen Eckhardt is a veterinary student (@oweneckhardtmusic/instagram)

TULSA, OKHOLOMA: 'American Idol' Season 21 on ABC has the fans of the show glued to the screen. In fact, viewers have already got the pleasure to witness some of the finest artists like Iam Tongi, Tripp Taylor, and Hannah Nicolaisen set the stage on fire.

Season 21, 19 March episode will feature a more impressive line-up of singers vying to dazzle the trio of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie with their talent. One hopeful aspiring singer who will make his 'American idol' debut in the upcoming auditions is Owen Eckhardt. Eckhardt is a veterinary student from Tulsa who is passionate about singing. He is a rising country musician and often plays in local festivals. To know more about this country musician keep reading:

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Who is Owen Eckhardt?

Oklahoma-based Eckhardt is an aspiring country and folk musician. The young artist is a Vert major at Okholoma state university and has been dreaming of being on 'American Idol' since he was a child. Eckhardt got his first puppy when he was around four years old and from that day on he knew he wanted to be a vet. He is a fan of country music and draws his inspiration from artists like Zach Bryan as he also belongs to a small town and shot to fame in a very short time. He also admires Chris Stapleton and has been listening to his music for a few years now.

Eckhardt has released two singles on Spotify titled, 'Broken Memories' and 'Nashville'. After reportedly trying four or five times, Eckhardt finally succeeded to score a live audition on 'American Idol'. The rising singer has revealed in an interview that music is his number one passion and though he finds it tough to choose between his dream of being a Vet or pursuing a career in music, he will choose 'American idol' any day. Later the young artist added, "I will probably be happy either way."



 

Owen Eckhardt on 'American Idol' Season 21

'American Idol' Season 21 will feature a rising county and folk artist Eckhardt in the upcoming auditions. Eckhardt has a soothing country voice and is often seen performing in fests like Mayfest and open mic events. Eckhardt chose to audition with Zach Bryan's song. During his audition, the 'American idol' judges asked him to take a look at their dogs since he is a veterinary student. Don't forget to catch Eckhardt's audition on March 19 episode.

'American Idol' Season 21 airs every Sunday at 8 pm ET on ABC.

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