Michael Cosner

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"The Matthews Alive Festival hit the jackpot with Michael Cosner! Event planners, you will not go wrong with this incredibly talented group!"
-Lee Anne Moore, Director, Matthews Alive Festival, Matthews, NC

"Michael Cosner put on a world class show. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for a professional country group that will have everyone talking about the quality of your acts."
-Audrey Robinette, Talent Buyer, Key Signature Entertainment

"Michael's deep, resonant voice is easy on the ears & his original songs have the quality of classics. His music and his personality connects with the audience and you feel like you have known him for a long, long time.”
-Debbie Lumpkins, Executive Director, High Point Arts Council

“That voice. It’s a Sunday morning baritone, with a slight North Carolina twang that’s as distinctive as Lexington-style barbecue.”
- Jeri Rowe, Entertainment Writer, Greensboro News & Record

“Michael Cosner has such an identifiable sound, that when he sings his songs you know where he's from, how he was raised and what he believes. Michael Cosner is the real deal and then some.”
- Byron Hill, Award Winning Songwriter/Producer

“Country Music needs you!”
- Billy Block, Radio Host, The Billy Block Show

“His voice lends itself perfectly to closing your eyes and drifting back to early tones of greats such as Merle Haggard.”
- Paul Oxley, New Country UK

“Cosner’s vocal chops will never be in question. His range is superb, falling somewhere between a George Strait baritone and a Josh Turner bass, with a bit of Gene Watson tenor thrown in.”
- Ogi Overman, The Jamestown News

“His brand of Country Music is rooted in tradition, but has a contemporary vibe. He's an artist that is going to be around for a while.”
- Mike Kenny, Nashville Songwriter

“He has a great mix of traditional and contemporary country, a mix that is fresh and is a sound that is needed on today’s country radio station.”
- Kaylyn Jacobs, That's Music To Me

“His smooth country voice accompanied by traditional instruments is a great combination.”
- Scotty B., Country Music Tattle Tale

Michael began performing when he was 7 years old, doing a song or two with his Father’s band, The Honky Tonk Goodtime Band, whenever they would play a family friendly venue. His first performance was in Mocksville, NC when he performed Ricky Skaggs’ version of “Cryin’ My Heart Out Over You.”

Even though he had learned a few chords when he was younger, Michael really started to learn how to play the guitar in his early teenage years. He also began writing his own songs during this time.

In 1998, after graduating from college, Michael became frontman for a very successful, regionally touring band called Native Son. During this time, Michael learned the necessary skills to be a great entertainer as well as vocalist.

In 2001, Michael left Native Son to focus more on songwriting. In 2007, Michael met and teamed with hit songwriter/producer, Byron Hill, to write songs and music for an independent film project. Byron is a Nashville veteran who has had #1 hits with George Strait, Alabama, Joe Nichols and others. His production credits include Gary Allan and Kathy Mattea, among others. Since then, they have continued to work together.

In March of 2012, with Byron producing, Michael recorded STAY COUNTRY, his first collection of original material, which was digitally released later that year. In March of 2013, Michael was signed to the Nashville based independent label, BHP Recordings. Subsequently, STAY COUNTRY was released to retail outlets.

Over the years, Michael has shared the stage with many great, national artists such as Gary Allan, Shenandoah, Mickey Gilley, Sara Evans, Marty Stuart, Gene Watson, Lee Greenwood, Bill Anderson, Marty Raybon, Sawyer Brown, Wade Hayes, Jim Lauderdale, The Time Jumpers and many others.

As a songwriter, Michael has had songs recorded by other artists. Most notably Mickey Gilley with "Kickin' It Down The Road" in 2016.

We try to be very easy to work with and appreciate when sound is provided. We prefer not having to provide sound ouselves, but can if needed, for an additional fee.