Austin Mackay

Hailing from the East Coast of Australia, Austin Mackay is rapidly emerging as one of the country’s most compelling new voices in modern country music. Blending honest, emotionally driven storytelling with the grit and soul of contemporary country, his sound draws influence from artists such as Chris Stapleton, John Mayer, and Gregory Alan Isakov—resulting in music that feels both timeless and distinctly his own.

A breakout period of international touring made 2025 a defining year in Austin’s career. He toured extensively with U.S. artist Max McNown across the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, introducing his music to American audiences for the first time and building a growing international fanbase. He then returned home to support Jackson Dean on his Australian and New Zealand tour, further solidifying his reputation as a captivating live performer. These opportunities accelerated Austin’s global momentum and positioned him firmly on the international radar.

Back in Australia, Austin completed a successful capital city headline tour in August 2025 in support of his single ‘The Wheel’, performing to packed rooms nationwide. His live résumé continues to expand, with performances alongside Morgan Evans and Brad Cox, as well as standout appearances at major festivals including Howlin’ Country, Byron Bay Bluesfest, Savannah in the Round, and Gympie Music Muster. He has also earned an invitation to perform at Nashville’s CMA Fest, marking a significant milestone in his growing international profile.

Recently nominated for ‘Breakthrough Artist of the Year’ at the 2026 Countrytown Awards, Austin also completed his first-ever North American headline tour, selling out shows across the USA. Together, these milestones mark 2026 as a defining breakout year. With millions of streams, a rapidly expanding fanbase, and a steady stream of new music on the horizon, it signals an exciting new chapter as he steps confidently onto the global stage.

CMA FEST 2026 PERFORMANCES

Thursday 4 June
Spotlight Stage
11:45am

THE AUSSIE BBQ
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Downtown
2:25pm