Welcome to The Fireproof Hotel.
Hello. My name is Ryan Hunter and I make records, score films, and make video essays.
The Fireproof Hotel is home to my essays, my music, and my recommendations. It’s my offering for those who feel the same void that I do.
I’ve been making music and art for a long time, and I’ve been fortunate enough to watch people grow from teens to adults, singing along at my shows a full decade later. I’ve seen my words tattooed on many limbs, and every time I’ve disappeared, I’ve received messages asking me to return. So, this is my place now.
The Fireproof Hotel is not where I live, but rather a place I oversee. A place where I care very deeply for the space itself, and tend to the upkeep with great regard for the guests who come and go.
About Me
I cut my teeth journeying from basement shows to headlining with my former band, Envy on the Coast, before going the solo route under the name 1ST VOWS. I’ve done everything from ambient records to noisy, heavy stuff. When I grew tired of the road, I began making music for film and TV. I now split my time between scoring, producing, and songwriting. I’m a musical utility knife that refuses to make up his mind.
Why subscribe?
It’s free. For exactly $0 you’ll receive the bulk of my writing— my weekly essays and monthly recommendations.
Why pay?
Paid subscribers receive access to my music posts which include unreleased music, b-sides, covers, and demos. Paid subscribers also gain access to the comment section, which is where I host The Record Club— I pick one record each week to live with and listen to, and then converse about it in the comments. It began as a ritual with my friend and creative partner and we’ve enjoyed it so much that we’ve extended the invitation to everyone here.
If you do choose a paid subscription, know that you are actively supporting me in carving out time to write and share here, a practice which I’ve fallen in love with. If you can only do a free subscription, that’s great too. I appreciate you keeping up with me here.
Either way, thanks for reading. Thanks for listening.
