Austin Hicks
Clayton, Ohio, United States | INDIE
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Colgate Country Showdown
WIFE FM
"Please stay in touch and let us know how Austin's career progresses. He is a huge talent and it is only a matter of time until the stars come together for him."
"I am proud to say that Austin Hicks & The Rattlesnake River Band performed in our showdown and they are a class act!"
Best of luck!
Jerri L. Pruet
General Manager
WIFE 94.3 Hometown Country
Connersville, Indiana
ph: 765.825.6411
- WIFE FM
Strawberry Festival
Festival Manager
"Austin definitely has that quality that will take him to the majors. When Austin is attending the CMA’s accepting the new artist of the year award, we can say he played at the Strawberry festival. We KNOW how talented he is.”
Sabra Johnson
Troy Strawberry Festival Business Manager
- Review
Junction Recording Studio
John Sturdivant Jr.
"Austin Hicks came in for some Music Business Consulting. He wanted an opportunity to speak with someone and get some honest answers for his career in the music business. We discussed his possibilities, established some goals, and things to work for his future. He has great talent and support of a loving family. It was pleasure meeting Austin and his family and hope to see them back at the Junction soon."
John Sturdivant Jr.
Junction Recording Studio, Nashville, TN
615 915 1423
- Producer
Daytona International Speedway
“Austin, thanks so much! It was a great pleasure meeting you’re whole crew today and you all were a delight to spend some time with. Hope the rest of your trip goes well and you have a safe trip home afterwards. Keep in touch and would love to hear updates on Austin’s singing career from time to time. Send my best to everyone! I’ll send pictures from Austin’s performance in the new year.”
Take care!
Joann Mantovani
Manager of Advertising and Promotions
Daytona International Speedway
386-681-6061
- Review
Ohio State Fair
I'm glad everything worked out so well. It was a pleasure having Austin and the band. I try to give as many good bands as possible an opportunity to play the Fair. I'll certainly keep Austin in mind again for the future. Best of luck with the new CD!
Brett Chance
Fair Entertainment Director
614-644-4126
- Review
Wheeling Jamboree
Thank you for being on the show. Keep up the good work and we’d like to have you back again.
Dave Heath – Board of Dirs,
Wheeling Jamboree Inc.
Proud Members of The Country Music Association
"2nd Longest Running Weekly Radio Program in America"
Phone:304.907.0306
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Discography
First Radio Single- "Fire Dancer" is in regular radio rotation.
www.austinhicks.net
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Bio
Austin Hicks with his captivating personality, genuine character, and undeniable talent has audiences everywhere standing up and cheering. This up and coming country music artist just released his self-titled debut album featuring “I Still Pledge Allegiance” - an original song penned by Austin honoring the flag and the men and women who fight to defend it.
Austin Hicks was born on October 6, 1990, in Dayton Ohio. Raised in a musical family, this country boy is no stranger to the stage. He began performing on stage with Mom and Dad singing southern gospel music at the very early age of 3. It wasn't long before Austin began stealing the show with his vocal ability. He took the stage with his guitar in multiple musicals and talent competitions winning trophies, money, and scholarships.
In 2008, Austin received a VIP invitation to the Nashville Star’s auditions from an NBC talent agent. He was able to bypass the long lines and perform directly for the show’s producers at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel.
Austin soon established “The Rattlesnake River Band" moving full-throttle on the road to his dreams. They have been honing their skills and rocking the crowds from state to state with their high-energy shows.
In the spring of 2009, Austin began working with Junction Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee where he recorded his first album. He had the opportunity to work with John Sturdivant, Jr. and Larry Marrs, some of his longtime hero's behind the sounds of Marty Stuart's “Hot Hillbilly Band” from the 1990's. Several high profile chart-topping musicians from Nashville were brought in to play on the album. Austin’s brother, Tyler contributed heavily to his recording sessions playing lead guitar and rhythm guitar on the entire album.
Austin's self-titled debut album was released in September, 2009 – an event that fulfilled a life-long dream to share his passion and enthusiasm for his music with others. “Fire Dancer” was the first song from the album that received radio play and is currently in regular rotation. Austin and his band are looking forward to their nationwide radio station tour in 2010 as well as scheduled performances at larger venues across the country. Austin holds true to his faith and values as God continues to bless him open doors in country music.
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