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Born and raised in Oklahoma, and of Mexican descent, Wyatt Flores' music is rooted in the expressive storytelling, rustic imagery, and emotional honesty that defines much of the Red Dirt music scene. The musical style is popular in Oklahoma and Texas, and has country, rock, folk, and blues influences, and embodies a rebellious, independent spirit. The regional sound resonated with Flores and helped shape his distinctive style. The strong emphasis on songwriting in this genre, particularly its focus on personal and often gritty lyrical themes, encouraged Wyatt to begin writing music of his own, motivating him to tell stories that felt genuine and true to his own experiences...

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