Songwriters in the Round: Alex Guthrie · Cali Wilson · Max Boyle

Alex Guthrie

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Alex Guthrie is a singer-songwriter based in Atlanta. With the infusion of different genres such as soul, folk and rock, Guthrie brings audiences together through brilliant lyrics and an expressive voice.

Most recently, Guthrie competed on Season 17 of the Voice, advanced to the LIVE shows and placed in the TOP 20. Some other notables for Alex include being named Atlanta’s Creative Loafing 2018 Americana Artist of the Year, singing the National Anthem at SunTrust Park for the Atlanta Braves, voted “Most Popular” Emerging Artist at the 2018 Summerfest in Milwaukee, opened for Smash Mouth at the Coca Cola Roxy for the Arby’s Foundation Dream Big Event, and perhaps, most notably, Guthrie has been noted as “the guy from the Jennifer Hudson commercial.” The now-infamous American Family Insurance commercial that features him playing in Atlanta’s Woodruff Park when the Grammy Award-Winning singer Jennifer Hudson surprises Guthrie and sings along to Bill Wither’s beloved “Lovely Day.” The commercial has played on national television and radio, resulting in new opportunities and heightened awareness for Alex Guthrie, his band and his music.

Guthrie and his band have performed events that include but are not limited to the 30A Songwriter’s Festival in Florida, Wire and Wood Songwriter’s Festival in Alpharetta, GA, Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Co, Jammin’ Java Listening Room in Vienna, VA, the Elbo Room in Chicago, IL, City Winery in Atlanta, GA and Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, GA.

In the early stages of his career, Guthrie released his first album, Lessons Learned, and also scored the Atlanta Braves Band of the Year in 2014. In 2015, Guthrie and his band were awarded the Georgia Americana Artist of the Year — another astounding achievement bringing his music much-deserved attention and recognition. Within a short span of time, Guthrie was opening up for national touring artists including renowned BMLG Records recording Artist Drake White, RCA recording artist Bleachers, and famous Atlantic Records recording Artist Kelly Clarkson.

Singer-songwriter Alex Guthrie continues to impress and defy conventional expectations, making waves as he makes great music.

Cali Wilson

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Music has been a major part of Cali Wilson's life. Growing up listening to her mother sing, she quickly gained an appreciation for all genres of music. At sixteen years old, she began teaching herself guitar. ​

Her major influences are Missy Higgins, Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile, and Amy Winehouse.

Cali was featured on Radio Lia's nationally popular radio show as one of the Top 4 in the Big Break contest. ​

Cali released her first EP, Love and War in October of 2016.

In 2019, Cali made it to the Top 13 on NBC's The Voice.

Performing live in front of millions on national tv, while being mentored by Taylor Swift, Darius Rucker, and Blake Shelton.

Cali Wilson is a singer/songwriter based in Nashville, TN.

Max Boyle

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With a versatility and range unparalleled by most, Nashville-based musician Max Boyle brings a rare and special voice to the world of contemporary pop music. Influenced by staples like John Mayer, Allen Stone, Jason Mraz, and Ed Sheeran, the Toledo, Ohio native combines his own unique sense of style and soul with his undeniable raw vocal talent and dedicated skill as an instrumentalist and songwriter. Wielding a voice both rich and bright, emotional and inspiring, Max anchors his songs in meaning and experience—something many pop artists tend to miss. Max’s easy, crystal-clear falsetto and full lower range pair to create an exciting dynamic that never falls into the realm of predictability. Perfectly hitting the mark for stripped-down, thoughtful folk songs as well as up-beat, sun-drenched pop drivers, Max shows clear mastery of his craft and will certainly continue making a name for himself as an exciting new voice in Nashville and in the world of contemporary music at large.

Max Boyle’s latest single, “Fire Away,” is now available for streaming on all platforms.