Ohio Native Austin Hamilton is a full-time singer-songwriter based in Cleveland, Ohio.
With roots stemming from Roaming Shores Ohio.
Armed with a soulful vocal tone characterized by distinct gravelly rasp and blues inflections, He Brings a unique perspective to the genres of Folk/Americana, Alternative Bluegrass, and country.
With an acoustic guitar and a distinctive stage presence, Austin’s performances feature a dynamic rhythm created by a Kick Drum behind one foot and a Tambourine behind the other.
Often collaborating with accompanying musicians such as Fiddle, Dobro, Lap Steel, Mandolin, Upright Bass, banjo, or Lead Guitar.
“AUSTIN HAMILTON HAS SUCH UNIQUE VOCALS THAT PEOPLE INSTANTLY CONNECT WITH HIM AND HIS MUSIC.”
“TODAY PEOPLE LIVE FOR THE STORYTELLING SONGWRITING.”
TENN TEXAS MEDIA
Lead Vocalist for The Rustbelt Ragtops.
Best Folk at the Cleveland Music Awards ’23 nominee.
Austin’s Original material reflects combined influence from Appalachian & Folk/Country artists alike
His music transcends boundaries relating to depression/anxiety, addiction and hope.
Offering audiences a genuine and immersive experience that reflects the richness of his rural roots and the tradition of authentic storytelling, Austin Hamilton invites listeners into his world, where every note is a chapter in a compelling narrative of heartbreak, joy, and the human experience.
I’ve been in the Business over 4 decades, I would bet My MTV jacket, given me by Nina Blackwood, when I was the Host VJ DJ @ The Party Nightclub & KLBJ f.m., Simulcast of The Music Televison Video Premier! wanna Bet Me! This Kid is going places. Austin Hamilton, Song Writer and Accomplished Band Leader of the Rustbelt Ragtop Band. can be Heard throughout Greater CLE, Ohio. His performance skills, coupled with a willingness to learn & expand his Music and Share his Talent by playing his Songs highlighted by Other Performers accompanying w/ a variety of Instruments & Voices! Come visit the Rock Hall & find Austin on Facebook or other social medias.
Duke Vaughn
May 3, 2024 at 7:52 pm
I’ve been in the Business over 4 decades, I would bet My MTV jacket, given me by Nina Blackwood, when I was the Host VJ DJ @ The Party Nightclub & KLBJ f.m., Simulcast of The Music Televison Video Premier! wanna Bet Me! This Kid is going places. Austin Hamilton, Song Writer and Accomplished Band Leader of the Rustbelt Ragtop Band. can be Heard throughout Greater CLE, Ohio. His performance skills, coupled with a willingness to learn & expand his Music and Share his Talent by playing his Songs highlighted by Other Performers accompanying w/ a variety of Instruments & Voices! Come visit the Rock Hall & find Austin on Facebook or other social medias.