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Mac McAnally with special guest Scotty Emerick come to Ruth Eckerd Hall. Mac McAnally's journey is one of divine providence and musical mastery. With an astonishing ten Country Music Association Musician of the Year awards and a place in the Nashville Songwriters Hall, the Mississippi Musicians Hall and the Alabama Music Hall of Fames, McAnally's contributions to the world of music are nearly unparalleled. Born into a family of Gospel musicians in a dry county, McAnally's early years were steeped in the rich traditions of Southern music. His humble beginnings paved the way for a career marked by extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication. As a songwriter, McAnally has penned chart-topping hits for artists like Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett, while his musical abilities have graced albums by legends such as Dolly Parton and George Strait. Despite his numerous accolades and collaborations with music royalty, McAnally remains grounded in his love for the art itself. For McAnally, music is not just a career but a calling—a testament to the joy of creation and the power of storytelling. With each note he plays and every lyric he writes, McAnally continues to inspire and uplift audiences around the world, leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of American music.

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Mac McAnally

Ruth Eckerd Hall

Mac McAnally is a Grammy®-nominated singer-songwriter hailed for his mastery of multiple instruments and captivating lyrics. He has written dozens of hit records for other artists, several of which peaked at #1. Born and raised in Mississippi, McAnally’s music effortlessly blends Country, Folk, and Rock influences, earning him widespread acclaim.

Newberry Opera House

For his latest album, Once in a Lifetime, released in 2020, Mac McAnally is venturing into uncharted territory. Reflecting the intimacy of his concerts, he arranged most of the material around guitar and percussion, though he admits that several tracks outgrew that simple setup. While many songs are new, he also included a few older originals dating back to the early 2000s that seemed fitting.

Dakota

For his new album, Once in a Lifetime, Mac McAnally is indeed doing something he’s never done before. To reflect the intimacy of his concerts, he arranged most of the material around guitar and percussion – yet he acknowledges that several of its tracks outgrew that simple set-up. And while many of the songs are new, he chose to include a few originals dating back to the early 2000s that seemed like a good fit.

Mac Mcanally

The Plaza Live

Mac McAnally is one of the most respected and multifaceted figures in American music. A ten-time CMA Musician of the Year, Grammy-nominated artist, and member of both the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band, McAnally has spent decades shaping the sound of country, pop, and roots music. His songwriting has produced hits for legends such as Alabama, Kenny Chesney, Sawyer Brown, and Jimmy Buffett, while his guitar work has graced recordings by Dolly Parton, George Strait, Reba McEntire, and Willie Nelson. Known for his humility and deep storytelling, McAnally’s music reflects both the wit and wisdom of his Southern roots.

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Mac McAnally

Events

Upcoming events

Apr 4, 2026

Mac McAnally · Newberry Opera House

Apr 25, 2026

Mac McAnally · House of Blues New Orleans

Past events

Apr 12, 2025

Mac McAnally · Ruth Eckerd Hall

1 - 2 Nov, 2024

Mac McAnally · Newberry Opera House

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