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Michael Wilson Hardy was born in Philadelphia, Mississippi. He studied songwriting at Tennessee State University and jumped right into the country music industry with that education.
He’s written songs for Florida Georgia Line, Blake Shelton, Morgan Wallen, Thomas Rhett and many others.
Hardy’s talents caught the eye of producer Joey Moi, who signed him to Big Loud Records in 2018. Hardy released two back-to-back EPs: his debut, This Ole Boy, arrived the year of his record deal and his second EP, Where to Find Me, came out the following year, as did a collaborative mixtape featuring 17 major artists. Hardy tapped Rhett, Keith Urban, Trace Adkins and many others for Hixtape, Vol. 1.
In 2020, he released his debut studio album A Rock. It featured the single “One Beer”, which hit the number one spot on US Country Airplay.
- Full name: Michael Wilson Hardy
- Born: September 3, 1990
- Hometown: Philadelphia, Mississippi
- Genre: Country, Rock
BREAKING•HARDY Plays Inspiring New Song, ‘screen’, on NBC's TODAY Show
The philosophical track, which features on the mockingbird & THE CROW, encourages listeners to lift their eyes from their phones and immerse themselves in the moment.
BREAKING•HARDY and Lainey Wilson Perform ‘wait in the truck’ on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
The dark, dramatic ballad appears on HARDY's new album, the mockingbird & THE CROW, and continues to soar up the charts.
BREAKING•HARDY, Ernest, Parker McCollum and More Unveiled for Night in the Country Nevada 2023
A range of high-profile artists, such as 49 Winchester, The Steel Woods and Ian Munsick, are also set to perform in July.
BREAKING•HARDY Hints at Upcoming UK Morgan Wallen Tour
It would mark the first time that the Dangerous star has performed in the UK.
BREAKING•HARDY Goes on Wild, Stranger Things-Inspired Trip in Music Video for ‘the mockingbird & THE CROW’
The song serves as the title track for HARDY's brand new album, which was released today.
BREAKING•HARDY Reveals that Hixtape Vol. 3 is “in the works”
The country-rock maverick also confirmed to Holler that the next instalment of the popular series would be “something completely different”.
HARDY Makes WWE Appearance Ahead of 2023 Royal Rumble Performance
The Mississippi country-rocker's high-octane track, ‘SOLD OUT’, was chosen as the 2023 Royal Rumble theme song.
HARDY 2023 Concert Tour: Dates & Tickets
The Mississippi native is currently gearing up to release his sophomore solo album, the mockingbird & THE CROW.
BREAKING•HARDY Says Collaboration with Morgan Wallen and Ernest "Will Happen"
Speaking to Holler, the songsmith behind ‘wait in the truck’ admitted he was surprised the trio hadn't yet released a song together.
BREAKING•Zach Bryan, HARDY and Parker McCollum Featured on Big Sky: Deadly Trails Season 3 Finale Soundtrack
The dramatic third season closer aired on January 19 on ABC.
ESSENTIALS•The Best HARDY Songs
An artist who can tell a gripping tale, pour his heartbreak into a song and tip his ball cap to a bona fide country life, here is Holler’s list of the Best HARDY Songs.
INTERVIEW•In Conversation: HARDY
HARDY joins Holler to discuss his new half-country, half-rock album 'the mockingbird & THE CROW', the future of the Hixtape series and his ventures into rock music.
ALBUM REVIEW•HARDY - the mockingbird & THE CROW
Unfortunately, you can’t help but feel the mockingbird’s wings are clipped by its comparatively impenetrable alter ego, THE CROW.
BREAKING•Luke Combs, Zach Bryan, HARDY and Ernest Make MusicRow's Top 10 Songwriters of 2022
Ashley Gorley, who co-wrote tracks such as Cole Swindell's ‘She Had Me At Heads Carolina’ and Morgan Wallen's ‘You Proof’, took the No. 1 spot.
INTERVIEW•One Hot Minute: HARDY
Multi award-nominated songwriter-turned-artist HARDY reflects both on the unforgettable year behind him, discussing his friendship with Morgan Wallen and what lays ahead.
HARDY Announced as Headliner for Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam 2023
He'll join previously announced headliners Miranda Lambert and Morgan Wallen at the festival from June 1st - 4th 2023 at Panama City Beach
HARDY to Play at Florida's Welcome to Rockville 2023
The booking consolidates the Mississippi wordsmith's foray into a more rock-based sound.
BREAKING•Cody Johnson, HARDY and More Announced for Country Thunder Florida 2023
Country Thunder Florida takes place from 20th - 22nd October in Kissimmee, Florida. All the updates from Holler.
HARDY Unveiled as Thursday Night Headliner for Carolina Country Music Fest 2023
The Mississippi fire-cracker will kick-off the four-day festival alongside special guest, Tracy Lawrence.
