Gary Matheny

Gary Matheny is a multi-award-winning singer and songwriter hailing from Macon, Georgia—the birthplace of Southern Rock (Allman Brothers, Stillwater) and the soul legacy of Otis Redding. In 2014, he relocated to Cleveland, Tennessee, to be closer to the heart of country music—Nashville. His unique style blends soft rock (Yacht Rock), easy listening pop, Americana, country rock, and traditional country.

In 2020, Gary recorded his debut album, Not Looking Back, at Daystar Productions in Knoxville, Tennessee. This collection of easy-listening pop songs laid the foundation for his evolving sound. By 2022, he partnered with Gary Sadker, President of Red Ridge Entertainment, to produce Renaissance Man—a Nashville-crafted album that remixes select tracks from Not Looking Back alongside fresh material, featuring top Nashville studio musicians. A new album is set for release in the summer of 2025.

Gary’s songwriting has earned him numerous accolades, including:
• Songwriter of the Year (2022) – International Singer Songwriter Association
• Most Promising Country Songwriter of the Year (2022) – North American Country Music Association International (NACMAI)
• Song of the Year – New Country (2025) – NACMAI
• Americana Artist of the Year (2024) – Akademia Music Awards
• Inducted into the Akademia Music Hall of Fame (2024)

His music continues to climb independent and international charts:
• Five songs in the Top 50 of the Cash Box Top 100 Independent Country Chart
• Two #1 hits on the European Academy of Country Music Chart
• Five #1 songs on Berkshire Media Group’s KMIX, XR Power, Star 100, and KXRL
• #1 song (Solo Dos Gatos) on Georgia Songbirds and Nashville Radio Promotions Indie Chart

Gary’s music is reaching audiences worldwide, with recordings by artists in Ireland and Italy and airplay across major streaming platforms and Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet of vessels.

Live Performances & Features

Gary has performed at renowned venues, including:
• The Vinyl Lounge & Brown’s Diner – Nashville
• The Douglass Theatre – Macon, GA (with Keith Burns, formerly of Trick Pony)

His work has been highlighted in numerous print and digital publications, including Costco Connection for World of Music Day 2024.

Praise for Gary Matheny

“Gary writes songs brimming with soul and, most importantly… heart! I’m privileged to play on his music—it’s always a good time.”
— Justin Weaver (Nashville session guitarist for Wynonna, The Judds, The Chicks, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Highway 101)

“Gary Matheny has been a pleasure to work with. His interesting songs and stylistic vocals create an immersive experience—Keep your eyes on this talented singer-songwriter.”
— Gary Sadker, President, Red Ridge Entertainment

“Guys like Gary Matheny—who write incredible songs and produce them with top-tier musicians—deserve to be heard. Everybody should be discovering Gary Matheny!”
— Brian Hedges, Award-Winning Songwriter & Grammy-Winning Producer

“Gary Matheny is a storyteller—an excellent lyricist with the rare ability to take listeners on a journey with his music.”
— Lee Jordan, Singer/Songwriter

“Gary Matheny has developed his own sound—one that is fresh, unique, and unlike any other artist I’ve worked with.”
— Stan Williamson, Producer & Arranger

For booking and inquiries:
📞 478-256-5033
✉️ gary@garymatheny.com
🌎 www.garymatheny.com