Jim Casey talks with Hunter Hayes about:

• life-living and self-discovery as a 27-year-old
• releasing his first single in three years to country radio, “Heartbreak”
• the genesis of “Heartbreak,” which set the tone for his upcoming album
• trying to stay optimistic in the face of negativity
• releasing his self-titled debut album in 2011
• growing up in the industry as a young artist
• finishing his upcoming fourth studio album
• removing the filters—lyrically and musically—from his new songs
• working with producer, Sam Ellis, on the upcoming album after working with Dann Huff on previous albums
• headlining his Closer to You Tour
• playing new songs during his live show

Podcast Participants:

• Hunter Hayes
• Jim Casey, NCD editor in chief