Gareth Dunlop stops by to talk to me about his fatherhood journey. We talk about how fatherhood inspired his music career. Gareth shares the values he looks to instill into his kids as they grow up. After that we talk about his new album called Animal. In addition, Gareth chats about how the album came to be and who inspired him to become a musician. Lastly, we finish the interview off with the Fatherhood Quick Five.

About Gareth Dunlop

Belfast singer and songwriter Gareth Dunlop had his heart set on music from a young age. After an initial rejection from music college because he couldn't read music notation, a high school teacher who believed in him taught Gareth over the summer & he was accepted  - soon after claiming Young Songwriter of the Year in Belfast & earning him an invite to Nashville, collaborating with everyone from Tim McGraw & Faith Hill to T.I. and John Oates - who called him "the real deal.” Gareth's new album Animal, is out now. Make sure you follow Dustin on Twitter and Instagram at @GarethDunlop and purchase his album Animal wherever you get your music.  

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About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. In addition, you get a unique perspective on fatherhood. You hear from guests like Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.