Frank Otero

Meet Frank Otero, a songwriter whose years behind the scenes have laid the groundwork for his emergence as a solo artist. Raised in the Quad Cities and inspired by his father, a pedal steel guitar player, Frank’s musical journey began early. After a decade of honing his craft in Nashville’s songwriting circles, Frank is now stepping into the spotlight to share his own music and story.

Encouraged by peers who saw the strength in his voice, Frank has begun releasing deeply personal and evocative songs. His debut tracks reflect a wide range of influences, from the soulful sounds of Dave Barnes , Gabe Dixon , Martin Sexton , Marc Broussard , Madison Cunningham , Chris Thile , and John Mayer , to the country echoes of Steve Wariner , Bryan White , Alison Krauss , Skip Ewing , and Vince Gill.

Despite his shift toward solo work, Frank remains connected to Nashville’s songwriting community, collaborating with talents like Tyler Chambers, Lillie Kolich, David DeVaul, and Charlotte Leigh. His songs, steeped in emotion and craft, reflect the experience of a seasoned storyteller.

Away from the microphone, Frank is also known for his work as a director and animator, with millions of views on his visual collaborations, including projects with OurVinyl.

With over a decade of experience in the industry, Frank Otero is no longer content to let his voice remain in the background. His music is a testament to his journey—a journey that is just beginning for the world to hear.