Full time NE Ohio Singer-Songwriter armed with a soulful vocal tone characterized by a distinct gravelly rasp and deep blues inflections, bringing a unique perspective to the genres of Folk/Americana, Bluegrass & Alt-Country. Austin invites listeners into his world, where every note is a chapter in a compelling narrative of heartbreak, joy, and the human experience. His solo performances feature an acoustic guitar in hand and a distinctive stage presence and a dynamic rhythm with a kick drum behind one foot and a tambourine behind the other. His full band performances with his band, the Hitchhikers, give a nod to bluegrass, traditional country and modern folk/Americana.