Rocketown Writer's Round
Description
Join us for Rocketown Writer’s Round featuring Mitch Oglesby, Matt McKinney, and Kayley Bishop. Hear the stories behind songs written for artists including Chris Janson, Luke Bryan, Tim McGraw, Jordan Davis, and Elle King—alongside inspiring performances shaped by country roots, faith, and authentic storytelling.
Lineup
Mitch Oglesby
Georgia farm raised on hard times, hard work, old tractors, and country music. He came up through ranks of college talent contests, honky Tonk circuits, and Lower Broadway in Nashville where he sang at The Stage for 12 years. He taught middle school, drove a school bus, cut grass, and worked cattle farms to keep the thing alive before signing a publishing deal in 2017 with KJM and Warner Chappell that lead to 3 number ones including “Done” and “All I Need Is You” by Chris Janson and “Country On” by Luke Bryan. No quit! Stand by for more COUNTRY music.
Kayley Bishop
Kayley Bishop is a Nashville-based recording artist, published author, speaker, worship leader, and host of the Bible Bish Podcast. Known for blending faith, storytelling, and music, she has built an independent career that has taken her from the stage of NBC's The Voice and the Ryman Auditorium to audiences around the world. Her music has been featured in People magazine, and her latest release is a collaboration with renowned pianist Jim Brickman. As part of the U.S. Department of State's Arts & Music Envoy Program roster, Kayley also performs internationally, using music as a bridge across cultures. Whether on stage, behind a microphone, or in conversation, her mission is to help people encounter Jesus, discover their God-given identity, and walk in the freedom He offers.
Matt Mckinney
Born in Augusta, Georgia, singer-songwriter Matt McKinney was surrounded by music at a young age. Having gospel-inspiring parents, siblings in black metal and punk groups, and hearing the sounds of a choir every Sunday, after graduating from the University of Georgia, McKinney headed to Nashville where his career in country music officially began. Landing a publishing deal at Sony music publishing Nashville, McKinney collaborated in the song-creation(s) for artists such as Elle King, Jordan Davis, Tim McGraw, Jon Pardi, Jimmie Allen, Ella Langley, Jordan and 2X platinum single with Trey Lewis.
FAQs
- What does parking look like at Rocketown?
Glad you asked. Parking downtown can be a beast! We have paid parking available on-site. No extra long walk to the venue. Just pull in and scan the QR code in the lot.
- Are there food and beverages at Rocketown?
Short answer is, Yes! The Cafe at Rocketown is a full service coffee shop able to serve up your favorite espresso drink along with soft drinks. We do serve fresh Hunt Brother's Pizza slices and you can chase it down with a couple of scoops of Blue Bell Ice Cream for dessert. Rocketown does not serve alcohol for public events, but the coffee and ice cream will make you Jump, Jump!
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