At just 18, Hudson Macready sounds like he’s lived a lifetime.
Raised on 150 acres outside Knoxville, Tennessee, Hudson grew up surrounded by music and storytelling — road-tripping with his dad to see legends like Willie Nelson, Gary Clark Jr., and Jason Isbell.
At 10, he joined Buddy Guy on stage. At 12, a Dave Matthews cover got him backstage. By 16, his original “Better Man,” inspired by his great uncle’s struggle and redemption, proved he had a rare gift for honesty and depth.
Now splitting time between music and acting (ABC’s High Potential), Hudson’s carving out his own lane — soulful, grounded, and wise beyond his years.
His latest single “Calling Drunk” captures that raw emotion at its core: the shaky-voiced truth you say when your guard’s down. Co-developed with hit songwriter Travis Hill (Scooter Carusoe), it’s a bold step forward blending modern storytelling with timeless soul.
With nearly 30,000 monthly listeners and growing fast, Hudson Macready is an old soul with something real to say — and “Calling Drunk” makes sure you hear it.
