Originally born and raised in Tifton, Austin’s South Georgia roots have followed him everywhere.
Growing up with his father in the southern gospel community and his mother in church, it’s no surprise that this musical heritage shaped his life, giving him an ear for harmony and a passion for singing.
In the fall of 2000, Austin moved with his father to Milledgeville, Georgia, where he attended Baldwin High School. During his senior year, upon the suggestion of his choral teacher, he spearheaded and directed his high school’s first-ever competitive male quartet, achieving a second-place state victory in Georgia’s highly competitive 4AAAA division. That same year, he also secured an overall state championship as a soloist, following numerous starring roles in his school’s and community’s musical productions. Naturally, he decided to pursue music further.
He attended Oklahoma City University on a full-tuition scholarship, majoring in Music Theatre. The training he received there, as well as the friends he made, proved invaluable to his future aspirations. He further developed his overall knowledge as a musician, a cappella enthusiast, arranger, and director while growing in his vocal and acting skills. He also found his niche as a songwriter, often collaborating with his closest peers.
Since college, Austin’s career as a vocalist and entertainer has flourished. He has toured the world extensively as a featured singer with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. He has performed with The Voices of Liberty at Disney World’s Epcot in Orlando, Florida, spent a season in Branson at Silver Dollar City, and spent over a decade with Home Free Vocal Band.
In 2020, Austin launched his solo music career and hasn’t looked back. His song “Hers Ain’t Mine” brought him internet fame and earned him fans worldwide. His fans have dubbed his music “happy husband country” and cherish his love for his wife Amberly. Austin is currently gearing up for his first solo tour and looks forward to meeting all the fans on the road!