Biography

Matt Bailie stands out from the crowd with a voice that is uniquely his own; rough, edgy, and immediately identifiable. It's little wonder that the Jacksonville, Florida native's vocals have been compared to famous Southern Rock stylists. He grew up under the musical influence of Donnie and Johnny Van Zant of the legendary groups Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special. The brothers, who Bailie refer to as "my uncles," first introduced him to Nashville and helped to guide and manage his early career. Matt’s well-received self-titled debut album was released in 2010. As his second album was in production, the label closed, ironically at the same time his video "Dress Down" was #1 on CMT.com. Dejected and disillusioned, he made the move back to Florida. Matt didn't sing or pick up a guitar for about five years until he started playing and singing for the worship band at his church. In 2020, he made the move back to Nashville, where he signed a songwriting deal and began working with friend and producer, Michael Wilkes, on his forthcoming EP. When he began writing and singing again, a brand-new authentic voice came out. "I don't know where it came from,” he says. "This is the most real I've ever been in my music. I can only thank God.” Back with a brand-new life, a brand-new look and a brand-new sound, Matt Bailie is once again knocking on the door to his destiny. Matt’s new single "Whiskey Away" releases September 17, 2021! This is going to be the most exciting chapter yet.