about macy dot

Macy Dot is a charismatic singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas currently residing in Nashville, Tennessee. She was named BMI's 2023 Dolly Parton Songwriting Award Recipient, the 2020 Young Artist of the Year by the Texas Country Music Association, 1 of 8 finalists for the Texas Songwriter U Class of 2022, and her debut single 'Hot Mess' was featured on NSAI's 2022 Bob Kingsley Top 40. She’s an enthusiastic performer with her own unique sense of style. With confidence and abundant stage presence, she takes the stage and her classic country voice and modern-day persona easily captivate the audience.

Some iconic performances include the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Houston Rodeo, Fort Worth Rodeo, Rodeo Austin, SXSW, ACL parties on South Congress, the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame John Ritter Showcase, the Nashville Spotlight Showcase at CMA Fest, the cherished local tradition celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Metropolitan Park, Nashville NAMM at the Kyser Showcase and John Rich’s Redneck Riviera Opening Celebration at CMA Fest. She has performed at some favorite Texas venues including the Saxon Pub in Austin, the historic Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, Poodie’s Hilltop Roadhouse in Spicewood, and Dosey Doe’s in the Woodlands. Some notable writers’ rounds include the Bluebird Café, The Listening Room, Key West Songwriters Festival, as well as being featured as a BMI writer alongside renowned songwriter Liz Rose at the Cindy Walker Days Festival. Her interview with Jenna Heidman “Should’ve Been A Cowgirl” was featured on Sirius XM and RFD-TV

This energetic, vibrant artist has been performing on stages since the age of two and has been blessed on her journey to open for artists such as Kacey Musgraves, Gary P. Nunn, Zane Williams, The Powell Brothers, Randy Rogers Band, Charlie Robison, Austin Cunningham, Chris Colston, Craig Campbell, Chase McClanahan, Darrin Morris Band, Crystal Yates, Wayland Hicks, Parmalee, Thompson Square, Riley Redding, Austin Layne, Brother Roscoe, and several others.

At the age of ten, Macy Dot started taking lessons with John DeFoore, the former guitar teacher of Miranda Lambert and Kacey Musgraves. Although Macy had been penning lyrics for as long as she can remember, it was John who first encouraged her to start performing her original songs live. “I found my passion for songwriting through my work with John. I had always loved writing, but he taught me the art of writing songs that genuinely represent me and tell authentic stories from various perspectives,” reflects the Texas native.

When Macy isn’t on stage, she’s immersed in her songwriting, channeling her experiences—both the hardships and celebrations—into her music. She’s discovering her unique voice in the Nashville songwriting community, co-writing with some of the industry’s best and constantly refining her craft. Authenticity and honesty are at the heart of her lyrics, and Macy remains committed to these values while navigating her way in the music industry.

Macy Dot is a recent graduate of Belmont University, where she earned a degree in Songwriting with a minor in Music Business from the prestigious Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business.

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Talented, passionate, and creative, Macy Dot has already emerged as a high-energy trendsetter, recognized for her authentic and relatable lyrics. With an unwavering work ethic, consistent drive, and steadfast commitment to her craft, she is poised to make a lasting impact in the music industry, confidently paving her way toward a bright and successful career.