Ohio-born Michael Marcagi has released his debut solo album, Under The Streetlights, and plays Vicar Street, Dublin on 16 and 17 February. We asked him the BIG questions . . .
Michel who enjoyed success in Ireland in 2024 with his debut EP, American Romance, has also released the single, Don't Include Me (American Dream.
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As Marcagi explains, "It’s a song about trying to move on when it seems impossible. About the feeling of wanting to go back but knowing you can’t change anything. Accepting who you are and moving forward when all things are drawing you back to a person or a place."
The two new tracks are his first new music since last summer’s Humbling, a co-write with Grammy-winning songwriters Amy Allen (Leon Bridges, Olivia Rodrigo) and Dan Wilson (Chris Stapleton, Taylor Swift).
Last year, he fulfilled a lifelong aspiration by making his Grand Ole Opry debut at OPRY 100 in honour of the institution’s series of centennial celebrations.
Tell us three things about yourself . . .
I love my dog, Captain.
I was born, raised, and still live in Cincinnati, Ohio.
My first, full-length album, Under The Streetlights, is out now!
How would you describe your music?
Granola folk.
Who are your musical inspirations?
John Prine, Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, Tom Waits.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
Coldplay.
What was the first record you ever bought?
Songs About Jane - Maroon 5.
What’s your favourite song right now?
Oh, Gemini - Role Model.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"I never saw the morning 'til I stayed up all night, I never saw the sunshine 'til you turned out the light, I never saw my hometown until I stayed away too long, I never heard the melody until I needed a song" - Tom Waits.
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Don’t Look Back In Anger – Oasis.
Where can people find your music/more information?
My website, Instagram, and all streaming platforms!
Alan Corr
