Bella Mackenzie—

Australian Country Artist on the rise, Bella Mackenzie, a highlight at the recent Ridin’ Hearts Festival, has released her new single, Down South.

On the surface, Down South may seem like another light-hearted country song about heading out of the city to the country but it is the story of two young country lovers who want to head out of town to have a bit of fun.

Bella grew up in the small Queensland coal mining town of Moranbah. She was inspired by artists including Kaylee Bell and Lee Kernaghan. A live concert at the age of 12 cemented her desire to become an artist, and she began writing her own music soon after.

Releasing her first original song in 2020, it didn’t take long for Bella to prove she was also a dynamic and entertaining performer. She honed her craft by playing live in pubs and bars across Australia, backing up her immersive and emotive compositions with stellar energetic live sets.

Bella has an authentic sound and singular songwriting style, with relatable storytelling and hook-driven melodies. Harnessing a sound that feels destined for the biggest stages in Nashville, and an arresting performing style that turns heads as quickly as it wins hearts, it’s impossible to ignore the huge heights that are in store for Bella.