Michael Antony Austin

Michael Antony Austin

With his undeniable charisma, powerful voice and compelling storytelling, singer-songwriter Michael Antony Austin effortlessly captivates his audience. From intimate listening concerts to large stages and festivals, each performance is an intense, personal experience in which music and storytelling come together seamlessly.

His songs are filled with themes like love and loss, connection, growing up, and finding your place in the world. Personal and vulnerable, but always relatable. During his performances, Michael not only shares his music, but also the stories behind it: personal memories, insights and surprising anecdotes that bring the audience closer to the songs. Whether it's energetic songs or tender ballads, his shows leave no one unaffected.

Michael Antony Austin has an impressive musical résumé, with hundreds of live shows worldwide, both with bands and projects and as a solo artist. His four albums feature a unique blend of pop, rock and folk with influences from Americana, new country and British indie. He was born in Newcastle upon Tyne and lives just across the border in Germany. Since 2023, he has also been active in the Netherlands, where he continues to make a deep impression. He has played at TivoliVredenburg and various venues throughout the country. On December 11, 2025, he performed at the Light of Day benefit concert alongside top artists such as Marlon Pichel, Anouk Wolf, Guy Davis, Joe D'Urso, Adam Ezra, and Jake Thistle.

 

Reviews:

  • RockTimes praises the unique combination of positive vibes and melancholy in his music and lyrics.

  • Real Roots Café praises his crystal-clear voice and versatility.

  • Come-on described how a spectator exclaimed in pure astonishment: ‘I haven't heard a voice like that in years.’

  • Countryland wrote after a show at TivoliVredenburg how he managed to move the reviewer to tears.

For a list of reviews, references, news articles and interviews, click here.

More information

For contact info about booking Michael Antony Austin go to this page.

Michael will be touring the Netherlands again in 2026. Solo performances, performances as a duo, trio with a full band are possible. Due to his residence in Gelsenkirchen, he is available for bookings throughout the year.

👉 Interested in a live performance? Please contact us to set a date and discuss the possibilities. Click here for the current tour schedule in the Netherlands.

For more information, please visit Michael Antony Austin's official website. You can also visit the social media pages for more news and information:

- Facebook;
- Instagram.

Michael Antony Austin

LIVE performance (solo) - ABC Live Music Club in Doetinchem (NL):

LIVE performance (solo) festival in Rotterdam (NL):

LIVE performance (acoustic) at TV show 'Noardewyn Live' (Omroep Friesland):

Taster LIVE performances (with band) in popstages TivoliVredenburg (Utrecht, NL) and the Groove Bar (Cologne, DE):