Jay Santilli & Michael Honan

Jay Santilli is a powerhouse singer-songwriter from Melbourne, Australia, whose passion for music ignited at a young age with her guitar and a dream. After stepping away for a few years, she is now back and making waves again after taking time to raise her 4-year-old twin daughters, inspired to lead by example and show them the power of following your dreams. 

Jay’s original tracks, including Love Someone Else, Come Back Home, and Long Way Home, have been featured on high rotation across Kix Country FM and Today’s Country 94One. Her talent has also drawn sold-out crowds, with standout headline shows at The Toff in Town (Melbourne, VIC) in September 2023 and July 2024. 

She has shared stages with some of country music's biggest names, including Morgan Evans, Sammy White and Andrew Swift. In 2024, she supported Kaylee Bell’s sold-out Melbourne show at Howler and embarked on an East Coast tour with Taylor Moss. Jay’s festival appearances include the Hello Sunshine Music Festival in 2024 among others. This was all off the back of a Grand Final spot in the 2024 Toyota Star Maker competition. 

In July and August 2024, Jay honed her craft in Nashville, writing with renowned songwriters Noah Needleman and Jordan Dozzi. These collaborations will culminate in a highly anticipated EP, set for release in late-2025. 

With her electrifying live performances, authenticity, and growing recognition, Jay Santilli is one of Australia’s most exciting country music talents. Whether performing sold-out shows or pouring her heart into new music, she continues to inspire and captivate fans, promising an incredible future in the industry.