About
Gary Matheny is a multi‑award‑winning singer‑songwriter whose roots run deep in Macon, Georgia—the birthplace of Southern Rock and the soulful legacy of Otis Redding. Carrying that heritage forward with his own unmistakable voice, Gary blends Americana, Country Rock, soft rock, easy‑listening pop, and traditional country into a sound that is both timeless and unmistakably his own. Since relocating to Cleveland, Tennessee in 2014 to be closer to Nashville’s creative heartbeat, he has built a career defined by authenticity, craftsmanship, and global reach. His songs have been recorded by artists in Ireland and Italy, earned international chart success, and resonated with listeners around the world. In 2023, Carnival Cruise Lines placed his catalog of songs into rotation across the company’s entire fleet—bringing his music to millions of travelers. Gary’s songwriting has earned him some of the industry’s most respected honors: • Songwriter of the Year (2022) – International Singer Songwriter Association • Americana Artist of the Year (2023) – Akademia Awards, Los Angeles • Hall of Fame Inductee (2023) – Akademia, Los Angeles Single of the Year (2025) – North American Country Music Association Int’l for Back Where I Belong • Six-time World Songwriting Awards Winner (2021–2025) – Australia • Ten #1 chart placements across multiple global streaming charts Featured artist in Costco Connection (2024) for World Day of Music Music featured on the fleet of Carnival Cruise Lines As a performer, Gary has taken the stage at notable venues including The Vinyl Lounge, Wynot Saloon, Brown’s Diner in Nashville, The Colonnade, Ringgold, Ga and the historic Douglass Theatre in Macon, Georgia—sharing the bill with artists such as Keith Burns of Trick Pony. Gary is also the founder of 31st Street Sounds Productions LLC, a creative powerhouse dedicated to elevating independent artists. Through this venture, he launched the Indie Artist Showcase, a filmed music series.
Songs & Stories
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