The Dear Hunter Reimagine Hall & Oates' 'Maneater'

Official Announcement | Published: May 04, 2026 4:41 PM EDT

(Clarion Call Media) The Dear Hunter recently stepped into the Musora studio for a challenge: transform Hall & Oates' classic "Maneater" into something that sounds like them in just a few hours for the popular music app's "Covers On The Spot" series.

Known for their genre-defying sound and intricate arrangements, the band breaks the song apart by experimenting with tempo, dynamics, and texture to strike that balance between homage and reinvention.

What unfolds is a window into their creative process and ultimately reveals what makes The Dear Hunter sound like The Dear Hunter. Check out the full process, along with the finished cover below.

Additionally, The Dear Hunter just kicked off its summer The Road To Sunya tour yesterday, Sunday, May 3, in Seattle, WA. Spanning May, July and August, the U.S. run will visit all regions of the country in two legs, culminating in an appearance in Chicago, IL on Friday, August 14. Support on the tour will be provided by Closure in Moscow and K Sera in select markets.