Up-and-coming country artist Mackenzie Carpenter is known for embracing the hot mess, crediting her “upbringing consisting of a rowdy support system, back porch hootenannies and juicy drama” for her unique brand of spunky, outspoken songwriting. The Hull native’s career first launched in 2021 after she co-wrote Lily Rose’s No. 1 hit, “Villain.” Carpenter has reached several noteworthy milestones since then, including featuring on fellow country sensation Megan Moroney’s song “Nothin’ Crazy” and co-writing on her Top 15 single “I’m Not Pretty,” as well as playing iconic venues like the Ryman and the Grand Ole Opry, and going viral on TikTok with her song “Huntin’ Season.” In the past, Carpenter has opened for big names in country music like Miranda Lambert and Parker McCollum, but this show at the 40 Watt Club is among her first ever headlining shows.
WHO: Mackenzie Carpenter
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. (doors)
WHERE: 40 Watt Club
HOW MUCH: $15 (adv.), $20
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