If Songwriter/Producer David Malloy wrote a book about his life, it would, no doubt, include the facts that his songs (either written and/or produced) have held the number one spot on the charts approximately 40 times, and in 2022 he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. There would be a chapter on his rich musical legacy that began with his late father Jim Malloy, a renowned engineer and producer. So, it does not seem too far-fetched that as a 15-year-old boy, Malloy knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life when he began writing songs.  Of course, a chapter would be devoted to the fact that the very first artist he ever produced was Eddie Rabbitt, whom he met through Eddie’s buddy and co-writer, Even Stevens. Malloy started co-writing with both Eddie Rabbitt and Stevens around the time of Eddie’s third album. From that time on, Malloy and Stevens penned over 50 songs together. As Rabbitt’s producer, Malloy is credited with creating the crossover-influenced sound of country music that defined the genre in the 80’s and well into the 90’s. Readers would be enchanted with tales of a rich career producing artists like Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Mindy McCready, Reba McEntire, Rodney Crowell, Rosanne Cash, and many others. Additionally, his songs have been recorded and/or covered on albums by Badfinger, Bettye LaVette, Billy Burnette, Dr. Hook, Fleetwood Mac, Gregg Allman Band, Julianne Hough, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Tim McGraw, Roy Orbison, and more.  However, the BIG reveal in the current chapter of such an auto-biographical book would come where Malloy discloses, that “of all the artists I have worked with, there is one artist I have never had the honor or privilege of producing or writing songs for…myself!”This newest chapter in the David Malloy book of life stars the longtime prolific songwriter and hit-making producer—now as the artist. “People have always encouraged me to write a book about my life but that is not something I am interested in,” Malloy shares. “This 43 minute, 3 second album titled Mirror consisting of 14 self-penned songs, is my book. It is a musical anthology and a profound look back at the highs and lows of my life.” Mirror is a deeply personal collection of songs, capturing the music and the lyrics about some of Malloy’s most life-changing chapters. “The subjects are all life lessons dealing with joy, pain, and loss,”Malloy says of the album he co-produced with artist/musician Paul Childers. “I thought it would be hard to separate myself as an artist from the writer and then from the producer, but it turned out to be easy with Paul’s help. The collaboration was intuitive and magical.” “I Play Gimme Shelter” the first single off the album, is a song that joyfully reminds the listener of their favorite song they like to play (loud) in the car or when they get home to shake off the day.“I love everything about the Rolling Stones’ song ‘Gimme Shelter.’  It sucks you in from the get-go. Some songs you can’t play loud enough and ‘Gimme Shelter’ and ‘Sympathy For The Devil’ are those songs for me.  I wanted to write about how much I love them by creating my own song, ‘I Play Gimme Shelter.’  Of course, my greatest joy would be for the Stones to hear it. Long live rock and roll!” “A Brand New Day,” the opening song on the album, is like waking up to the most beautiful day outside when the birds are singing, the sun is shining and the rhythm of the song makes you want to jump behind the wheel and drive! “It’s a song about second chances, making amends, one more time to get it right, letting go!  I love this track and it always puts a smile on my face–the way I want to wake up every morning.”  The song “Higher Self” is a peek into Malloy’s self-discovery journey. He began practicing Transcendental Meditation several decades ago.  “Mason’s Wallet”, perhaps the most heartbreaking and emotionally driven song in the collection, is Malloy’s lyrical story that shares the path of grief he walked after losing his only son in 2005 and the unexpected sense of closure that began to happen after Malloy listened to Luke Bryan talking about how tight he was with his siblings before losing his brother first and then his sister. “Luke’s documentary helped me find some closure where I could begin to write about my loss and about my son. The more I worked on the song, the more my feelings came pouring out. I felt Mason was right there with me.” In “Only For You,” Malloy lets the listener bear witness to “a simple, ordinary, sweet as cherry, let’s get married extraordinary love” that he found with his beautiful and talented wife Kathy Anderson, Nashville’s celebrity rock star interior designer, almost 20 years ago.” Throughout his career, Malloy has been lauded for his technique of “becoming” the artist he was writing for or producing, similar to an actor. Many agree that this was a key to his success. With the upcoming 2024 release of Mirror, Malloy no longer has to become someone else, but simply let the listeners have a glimpse of the exceptional man he has become. “To connect soul to soul would be the highest achievement I could ever hope for with my listeners.”  

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 SXSW, Rodeo Austin, ACL parties on South Congress, the cherished local tradition celebrating the 55th Anniversary of the Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Metropolitan Park and numerous Texas venues including the Saxon Pub, the historic Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos and Poodie’s Hilltop Roadhouse in Spicewood. She has played several notable writers rounds and venues including The Listening Room, Dosey Doe’s, the Houston Rodeo, the National Finals Rodeo in Vegas and was also featured as a BMI writer alongside notable songwriter Liz Rose at the Cindy Walker Days festival. This energetic, vibrant artist has been performing on stages since the age of two. Over the years she has been recognized with several honors including being named Lindale Idol twice, North Texas Youth Idol, a finalist for junior newcomer of the year at the Gladewater Opry, and a Top 5 Finalist for Young Artist of the Year by the Texas Country Music Association for four consecutive years. In addition, she performed as a finalist in the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame John Ritter Showcase for three years, the Nashville Spotlight Showcase at CMA Fest in Nashville for two years, John Rich’s Redneck Riviera Opening Celebration at CMA Fest, Nashville Opry Mills Unplugged Series, and Nashville NAMM at the Kyser Showcase. Her interview with Jenna Heidman “Should've Been A Cowgirl'' was featured on Sirius XM and RFD-TV, and her music has been nominated for multiple Josie Awards. She 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, Chrystal Yates, Wayland Hicks, Parmalee, Thompson Square, Riley Redding, Austin Layne, Brother Roscoe, and several others. At the age of ten, Macy 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 could remember, it was John who first encouraged her to start performing her original songs live. "I started developing a strong passion for writing after I began working with John. I had always loved writing, but he taught me the art of writing songs that represented myself and told a genuine story from various perspectives," claims the Texas native. When Macy isn’t performing, she is passionately writing her way through life, hardships, and celebrations. She is finding her niche for songwriting and is co-writing with some of the best in Nashville. Authenticity and honesty are evident throughout her lyrics, and she strives to uphold these qualities while navigating her way through the industry.​ Macy Dot currently attends Belmont University where she was accepted into the prestigious songwriting program. She is studying songwriting and music business in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business. Talented, passionate, and creative, she is already a high-energy trendsetter known for her authentic and relatable lyrics. Her work ethic, drive, and commitment are paving her way to a successful career in the music industry.