Formula Indie Sessions Interview with Dupont
What is your earliest memory connected to music?
Not a lot of people know this, but my earliest memory connected to music was in Swaziland, dancing with the Zulu tribe. I must have been around 3–4 years old. Another vivid memory is driving around in Mozambique after my mom and I dropped off my sister and brother at school, listening to “Sunrise” by Norah Jones, as well as Johnny Clegg and Brenda Fassie.
How did your passion for creating music begin?
One day, when I was very bored, I snuck into my sister’s room and picked up my dad’s old Spanish guitar from the corner. He came in and saw me struggling, and right off the bat he taught me three chords: D, A7, and G. “Now you can play ‘Coming in from the Cold’ by Bob Marley.” Shortly after that, I started writing my own songs—probably around the age of 13–14.
What’s the story behind your current music project?
It all started as a corona project in 2020. My former band agreed to take a break, and I began writing ballads and love songs. In the early days, I used way too much vocoder and autotune on my vocals—just to hide in the music—which I don’t feel represents me today.
But it slowly became something I started obsessing over: “Let’s write a new song that’s even better than the last one.”
So I disappeared into this calm, quiet creative space—a small garden shed with no people nearby— writing a lot of songs, smoking a bit too much weed, and waiting for friends to drop by and hear newly written material.
In 2024, Dupont was selected as a finalist in the Danish competition for upcoming artists, KarriereKanonen, on national broadcast—which I ended up winning. That was a crucial moment and the next big step in breaking into the Danish music industry.
How would you describe your sound to someone who has never heard your music before? Dupont feels both timeless and urgent. With lyrics that cut deep, the sound moves effortlessly between intimate acoustic moments and electrifying rock.
It draws you into a dreamy folk-rock atmosphere—raw and undefined—with a voice that lingers long after the song ends.
It’s like if Bon Iver had a baby with Chris Cornell, with Steve Perry as an uncle—who happens to be married to Ben Howard.
What is one thing you’ve learned that completely changed the way you make music? Alternate tunings on the guitar have been a huge part of my development as both a guitarist and songwriter. If you listen to artists like Ben Howard, Joni Mitchell, and John Martyn, there’s so much inspiration to draw from.
What tools, instruments, or software are essential in your creative process? Loads of different guitars, coffee, early mornings or late nights—and pen and paper.
Which indie artist or song are you loving right now?
I’m really into the band Geese—not because they influence how my music sounds, but because of their playful approach to songwriting. I mean, listen to “Taxes” by Geese.
How have your personal experiences influenced your music and artistic vision? I’m not entirely sure, but to some degree I don’t think I’d be able to write these songs without my experiences with love and loss throughout my life. I know it can be a dangerous place to draw from, but it’s a big part of my identity.
What emotions or messages do you hope listeners take from your work? “It’s okay—this will pass too.”
I feel like I’m just an outlet for the emotions of the people who listen to my music. The music really speaks for itself—it’s all about the human experience.
And honestly, you have to be there live to truly feel it.
What’s the most important lesson music has taught you so far?
It’s a marathon, not a sprint—and you have to enjoy the moments and the leaps along the way.
What is a dream venue or festival you would love to perform at?
I would love to play Carnegie Hall someday, or Red Rocks in Colorado within the next 10 years. Just because so many artists I look up to have played there. But since you’re asking—Firenze Rocks is definitely on that list too.
If you could collaborate with any artist, past or present, who would it be and why? If I could collaborate with any artist, dead or alive, I would 100% choose John Martyn (rest in peace). I think we’d have a great time in a crowded room, having a few pints and playing guitar. In my opinion, he’s one of the most creative and incredible guitarists and songwriters I’ve ever come across.
Where can our listeners follow and support your music?
You can follow my journey here:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0hFtMoaSeAgCISzAlrWYxh?si=eFloFB6DSBWahWNXa1m2RQ https://www.instagram.com/dupont0k/
Looking toward the future, what’s your dream for the next chapter of your musical journey? My dream is to play as much as possible, get on as many stages as I can, and meet as many of my listeners as possible. For me, it’s all about the music—and writing the next song that might mean something important to someone.
What do you hope listeners will discover about you along the way?
That I’m not above anyone. I’m just a human being like you—with a dream of making a living doing what I love.
