
Born in Augusta, Georgia, singer-songwriter Matt McKinney was surrounded by music at a young age. Having gospel-inspiring parents, siblings in black metal and punk groups, and hearing the sounds of a choir every Sunday, after graduating from the University of Georgia, McKinney headed to Nashville where his career in country music officially began.
Landing a publishing deal at Sony music publishing Nashville, McKinney collaborated in the song-creation(s) for artists such as Elle King, Jordan Davis, Tim McGraw, Jon Pardi, Jimmie Allen, Ella Langley, Jordan and 2X platinum single with Trey Lewis. He wrote the smash hits “Part Of It” by Jordan Davis, “Crazy Women” by Tim McGraw, “Tulsa” by Elle King, and many more.
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Erin Kirby creates music that explores the full intensity of human emotions. The Nashville based artist may be on the rise, but she has been singing and acting since before she could read and began writing her own songs at the age of 12. Proving to be an old soul, the now 21-year-old's musical inspirations draw from the likes of legends and powerhouse vocalists like James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Adele and Luke Combs, to name a few. Erin’s relatable lyrics and pop-inspired country sound have garnered major attention, as she incorporates real-life stories and experiences into her music, connecting with hundreds of thousands of listeners and fans on TikTok and Instagram alike..
Having worked with top producers and writers, Erin has established solid footing within the industry. She was named a Rising Star by John Maxwell and Singer/Songwriter Atlanta by Jezebel Magazine, and was recognized by The Bert Show as the Next Big Break. She has performed at numerous televised events such as Motocross, Supercross, NBA and MLB games, and Halftime Shows for her hometown Atlanta Falcons.
Erin’s soulful voice and wisdom beyond her years have allowed her music to resonate with all ages. With national airplay, including Zane Lowe’s Apple One Radio Show, and international playlist placements with Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon, Erin is just getting started. Her first release of 2023, “Boys These Days,” marked her debut in the country genre. Since then, the Georgia native has released four additional solo singles, “Raised In A Barn,” “Redneck Rich,“ “Leaving Eyes” and the fan favorite “Pick My Own Flowers” as well as a duet with Sony Music Nashville's Kameron Marlowe. Erin was invited to record an official version of the song after she shared a TikTok duet of Marlowe's song "I Can Lie (The Truth Is)" that went viral with over 1.5 million views. The two went on to debut the duet at the Grand Ole Opry and Billboard featured the song as a ‘Must Hear New Country Song’ in their weekly roundup.
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