David Archuleta

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Counter-Melodies

Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula

22 episodes

1 week ago

Hosts Jonathan Tilkin and Anthony Gargiula, the duo behind the wildly popular “Kitchen Singing” social media series, have sung with some of the biggest names in the music industry, racking up hundreds of millions of views. Now, they're inviting listeners to join them for the candid conversations with their special guests that unfold during the recording process—diving into industry insights, upcoming projects, and sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes stories. New episodes premiere every other Tuesday!

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David Archuleta

Counter-Melodies

56 minutes 45 seconds

11 months ago

David Archuleta

David Archuleta is here! From his early days on American Idol to his journey leaving the LDS church and finding his voice in the LGBTQ+ community, David joins Anthony and Jonathan for an unforgettable conversation. From navigating faith, family, and fame to his love for raves and time on Hannah Montana, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughs, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments. Plus, a game of "American Idol or American Impostor" puts David’s memory to the test!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - Highlights:

David Archuleta enters! Reflections on American Idol, faith, and his journey since.

05:00 - Bratz Summer or Sabrina Carpenter Summer? David's surprising music inspirations.

10:00 - Held Together and Rather Be Lonely. The stories behind his latest songs.

20:00 - Leaving the church and family support. A heartfelt story about his mom's acceptance.

30:00 - Life after Idol. What fame felt like at its peak and how he found himself again.

40:00 - Raves, EDM, and free expression. Why David loves raves and how they helped him grow.

46:00 - Game time! "American Idol or American Impostor?" brings laughs and surprises.

Follow David’s Journey: Keep up with David’s latest music, raves, and more on all socials @DavidArchie.

Socials: Follow the hosts for more fun content! @AnthonyGargiula

@JonathanTilkin

@CounterMelodiesPod

Listen and Watch: https://pods.to/countermelodies

Credits: Executive Producer/Showrunner/Editor: Louis Gargiula

Consulting Producer: Renee Colvert