Michael Marcagi
Cincinnati songwriter with a rasp built for heartland-sized choruses, who found a huge audience online before most people had heard the full record.
Michael Marcagi is a singer and songwriter from the Cincinnati area whose song "Scared to Start" spread widely on social media in early 2024 before reaching radio and streaming charts internationally. His voice is rough-edged and forceful, set against acoustic-led arrangements that draw on Americana and heartland rock, with the emphasis on melody and direct, plainly worded lyrics.
Marcagi had performed for several years in Ohio, including in a band, before the solo material found an audience.
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What kind of music does Michael Marcagi play?
Michael Marcagi is tagged alternative.
What festivals has Michael Marcagi played before?
Michael Marcagi has played Stagecoach 2026.
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