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Hunter Storm is a globally recognized rock and metal singer, YouTube Recommended Artist, collaborator with top industry professionals, DIY music innovator, trendsetter, and creative force. She charted on ReverbNation at #9 Worldwide in Metal, #6 in the United States (USA), and #1 in Arizona, and influenced global icons, including Beyoncé.
The Storm II (Original Song) | Hunter Storm and Stereo Rex
Watch The Storm II on YouTube.
The Storm II is a reimagined collaboration with Stereo Rex that transforms an already powerful song into a cinematic statement about resilience, reinvention, and creative trust.
Originally written and performed by Stereo Rex, the project took on new life when Hunter Storm was invited to completely reinterpret the vocal line—without constraints, without guardrails, and with full creative freedom.
The Reimagining
In The Storm II, Hunter Storm re-recorded the lead vocals from the ground up, reshaping the emotional arc and delivery while preserving the song’s core spirit. Rex returned to the track as backing vocals, creating a layered dialogue between the original and the reimagined—past and present woven together.
That creative exchange is what defines this version: not a remix, not a cover, but a true evolution.
Visual Storytelling
The accompanying video is intentionally cinematic. Wind, storm, movement, and a striking dress set against a dramatic backdrop turn the song into a visual metaphor for endurance under pressure.
Yes—this is also that outfit. The one that later inspired a Beyoncé look and became a meme in its own right. Style aside, the visuals reinforce the song’s message: standing steady when everything around you is in motion.
Themes and Release
At its core, The Storm II is about overcoming adversity—weathering chaos, claiming agency, and emerging intact.
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Recorded & initially promoted: 2022
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Official release: 2023
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Collaboration: Stereo Rex
This project remains one of her favorite examples of what happens when trust, artistry, and risk align.
Some storms you survive. Others, you rewrite.
Beyoncé and Hunter Storm | Who Wore It Best?
Fun fact: After Hunter Storm’s YouTube charting success, an unexpected turn of events occurred when Beyoncé paid homage to Hunter Storm’s look. In a serendipitous turn of events, still images of Hunter Storm from The Storm II video shoot were posted in December 2022. These images showcase Hunter Storm’s unique style and flair.
Fast forward to September 2023, and the global icon Beyoncé made waves when she showed up in images looking strikingly similar to Hunter Storm, right down to the last detail. The resemblance caused quite a stir, with a picture from Hunter’s social media feed serving as undeniable evidence of their uncanny twinning moment.
When Beyoncé takes inspiration from your style.
Discover More from Hunter Storm
Enjoy the duet of Shawn Welch and Hunter Storm on Blind Eyes? Delve into her other articles, pages, and posts that meld artistry and technology into a harmonious experience.
- Artistic Achievements
- Blind Eyes (Original Song) | Duet with Hunter Storm and Shawn Welch
- Excelling in the Music Industry | A Comprehensive Guide for Independent Artists
- Hunter Storm EPK
- Hunter Storm Official Site
- Hunter Storm | Rock Singer
- Images of Hunter Storm
- Kisses of Light (Original Song) — Hunter Storm and Rob Erwin
- Milestone Success | Independent Triumph with We All Die Young
- Model
- Music Chart Flashback
- Music, Technology, and the Human System | Inside the Modern Music Industry Series
- Recognized by the Machine | Origin of the World’s First Recommendation Letter from AI about a Human: Hunter Storm
- Storming Past Haters | Turning Negativity into Success Fuel
- The Valkyrie’s Voice | Journal
- The Storm II (Original Song) | Hunter Storm and Stereo Rex
- We All Die Young (Cover Song) — Hunter Storm
About the Author | Hunter Storm | Rock & Metal Singer
Rock & Metal Vocalist | Charting Artist on YouTube & SAAVN | Direct Support for Global Touring Acts | Classically Trained Soprano
About Hunter Storm | Rock & Metal Singer
Hunter Storm is a professional rock singer, metal vocalist, and performing artist with a global presence and a track record of acclaimed live shows, recordings, and industry recognition. Combining decades of experience in music performance with deep expertise in stagecraft and audience engagement, she delivers powerful vocals, compelling storytelling, and a signature style that resonates across rock and metal genres.
The Storm Sings
Known for her meticulous approach to every performance, she blends artistry, technical skill, and stage experience to create shows that leave lasting impressions. her work has been featured on the radio and in magazines, demonstrating her authority and credibility as one of the leading voices in contemporary rock music.
Hunter Storm is a powerhouse whose career bridges the underground fire of raw authenticity with the polish of global recognition. A classically trained soprano coluratura who studied under Mimi O’Neill (international opera soprano) and David Van Landing (Michael Schenker Group, Tony MacAlpine), Hunter brings a rare combination of vocal precision and on-stage ferocity.
Charting Worldwide
Her music has charted across major platforms worldwide. In 2019, she was spotlighted as a Recommended Artist to Follow on YouTube, ranked between Beyoncé and Eminem, a notable position highlighting both global reach and organic influence. She climbed the SAAVN charts, India’s equivalent of iTunes, as a featured Top Artist.
Hunter has dominated ReverbNation’s charts, ranking #9 in Metal Worldwide, #6 in the United States, and #1 in Arizona. She outperformed countless established acts who are signed with major labels within the genre before industry throttling slowed visibility.
Her cover of Steelheart / Steel Dragon’s We All Die Young exploded organically, crossing 379,707 downloads and streams, while her original work, such as Kisses of Light, has been praised for its intensity, emotion, and technical mastery.
Top Tier Social Media Impact and Global Influence
Hunter’s career milestones include achieving unprecedented digital engagement with over 3.5 million daily visits from her social platforms to ReverbNation. She amassed a passionate following of 55,000+ Facebook fans in just one month, placing her in a league alongside top-tier independent artists globally.
Her artistic influence extends beyond music, inspiring countless emerging artists worldwide. To put this in perspective, her daily traffic exceeded the typical engagement of most regional and national acts, rivaling some mainstream global artists at the time.
Sharing the Stage with Legends
On stage, Hunter Storm shared the spotlight as direct support for legendary global acts including A Flock of Seagulls, Bullet Boys, Gilby Clarke, LA Guns, Lynch Mob, Pretty Boy Floyd, Raven, Sacred Reich, Sister Seven, Tesla, and Vixen.
She is currently the lead singer for the Power Metal band Commandment and the Heavy Metal band Horns Up. She was previously the lead vocalist for all-original Metal band Asphalt Playground; Pat Benatar tribute band Best Shots; and 80’s Hard Rock tribute band, Rock Addix.
Her a cappella rendition of the American National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, for a sports event at Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix, AZ brought thunderous audience appreciation.
Singing in the Studio with Stars
Hunter Storm and Shawn Welch recorded a powerful and moving duet on his original song, Blind Eyes. The song was recorded and produced by Ken Mary at Sonic Phish Studios, with album art by Michael Ninn.
Global Cultural Impact | Beyoncé is Taken by Storm
Hunter Storm’s presence has only grown stronger. In 2022, she released The Storm II and Dead N’ Gone with Stereo Rex, further solidifying her reputation as an artist with staying power.
Hunter Storm’s iconic appearance in The Storm II video turned out to be highly influential in the entertainment industry. In 2023, Beyoncé appeared in press photos styled uncannily like Hunter Storm’s signature look from her 2022 The Storm II video look—from hair color and cut to wardrobe. This is visual proof of the cultural ripples Hunter Storm creates even from outside the mainstream spotlight.
Harmonizing AI, Music, and Human Systems
Hunter Storm is more than a globally recognized artist and musician. She is also an AI expert, and strategist exploring the intersection of music, technology, and human behavior. Hunter Storm is the creator and author of the ongoing series Music, Technology, and the Human System | Inside the Modern Music Industry, which examines how creativity, platforms, AI, and human systems shape the success of independent artists today.
Hunter Storm | Taking the World by Storm
Hunter Storm’s impact continues to ripple far beyond the music alone. Her artistry merges technical mastery, global reach, and passionate performance, establishing her as a trusted, influential, and award-winning figure in the Rock and Metal music world.
With her commanding presence, Hunter Storm, also known as “The Metal Valkyrie,” doesn’t just perform—she takes over, leaving audiences with a sense that they’ve witnessed something both intimate and electrifying.
Whether on a global stage or through the headphones of her fans, Hunter Storm embodies what it means to be a force of nature in music: unapologetic, technically gifted, and unforgettable.
