Since beginning his journey with songwriting at the age of 15 and picking up the guitar at 17, fans have been drawn to Mackey's music by his catchy "feel good" melodies, and honest lyrics, which are inspired from everyday life, personal experiences, and love.

Mackey is "building a name for himself in the regional coffeehouse and club scene," says Take 5 of the Asheville Citizen Times' entertainment section. He can be seen playing various types of shows, from intimate acoustic shows in cafes to energetic full band shows in club venues. His live full band shows have been hosted in well known venues such as Charlotte, NC's Visulite Theatre, Amos' Southend, The Evening Muse, Tremont Music Hall, as well as the famous Orange Peel in Asheville, NC which was voted as one of the top five rock clubs by Rolling Stone magazine.

In June 2010, Mackey will release a brand new full length studio album entitled "If The World Is Listening...", which has been widely anticipated by fans. "I know it sounds like a big title for someone in a small town like Asheville, but I when I started this record, I asked myself. 'If the world is listening, what would I want to say?'", Mackey said. "This album will let people in on my life a little more than my last one." His new album will be following up his 2008 “Chad Mackey Band” album, which features popular favorites like "Sing Something", "Good Things", and "Lindsay Jean".

Always having optimism in mind, Mackey's music gives fans a blend of laid-back island vibes, country-rock grooves, and happy love songs.

Updated: 5/24/10