​MICHAEL LOUIS AUSTIN

American Folk Singer Songwriter

 

 

Blending elements from such artists as Jason Isabel, Ryan Adams, Tom Petty and Radiohead… Michael Louis Austin’s songs seem to land somewhere in between a Spaghetti Western and a Space Opera. The contrast of ethereal lead guitar lines with Alt Country Acoustic guitar makes for an eclectic yet familiar musical experience.

 

Michael wrote his first song on a plastic, American flag guitar in his mother‘s pantry on a rainy morning when he was just three years old. It freaked his mom out a little…

His recent releases are at the center of Alternative Country-Rock. His songs fit perfectly alongside  Wilco, The Jayhawks, Old 97s, and Counting Crows.12 new singles were produced in Las Vegas by Thaddeus Corea (son of jazz legend Chick Corea).

 

Michael performs mostly in Utah, both as a solo artist and with his band. He has opened shows for Cracker, Camper Van Beethoven, Nada Surf, The Spin Doctors, The Supersuckers, Folk Hogan and Billy Strings. Previously the lead guitarist (and sometimes vocalist) of Las Vegas' 2017 Best Rock Band, The All-Togethers.