Marisa McKaye

Marisa McKaye is a singer-songwriter from Nashville, TN, whose love for music has always been a big part of who she is. From a young age, she was the girl who couldn’t stop singing along to every song and memorizing lyrics like it was second nature. By age 11, Marisa was already performing at The Bluebird Cafe, one of Nashville’s most iconic venues, and became the youngest to host her own writer’s round there, showcasing her talent and passion early on.

At 12, she performed at the Country Music Hall of Fame and played Penn State’s THON. That same year, she appeared on season 12 of America’s Got Talent and hosted her own writer’s round in Franklin, TN, for two years, further cementing her place in the music scene. When she was 16, Marisa made it to Hollywood Week on season 19 of American Idol.

Marisa has played at a ton of Nashville's well-known spots, including The Listening Room, 3rd and Lindsley, Tootsies, and many more. Marisa’s songs have a retro, nostalgic vibe, mixing feel-good tunes with those that let you have a good cry when you need it. Her music has landed on editorial playlists like "New Music Friday," "Fresh Finds," "Next from Nashville," "New Pop Picks," and more.

Through it all, Marisa remains down-to-earth and focused on what she loves most—connecting with people through her music. She’s all about sharing her stories and emotions in a way that feels genuine and real, making her music something everyone can relate to.