Mikki Zip Is Country Grit, Raw Heart, and the Real Deal
- ALT RECESS
- Apr 21
- 2 min read
There’s something electric about discovering an artist who feels both brand new and like they’ve been singing your story for years. That’s the magic of Mikki Zip.
With roots in Syracuse, NY and her boots firmly planted in Nashville soil, Mikki is carving out her own lane in the country music world – and doing it with fierce confidence, sky-high energy, and lyrics that slice straight to the soul. Whether she’s lighting up a festival stage or serenading us from a stripped-back studio session, Mikki knows exactly how to hold a room. And if you haven’t yet seen her live? Just head over to YouTube and watch her "Strangers Again" live session – it’s a beautiful acoustic dream that hits just right.
But Mikki Zip isn’t just a powerhouse performer. She’s a phenomenal songwriter whose vulnerability and freedom show up in every lyric. Her latest single "Blue Christmas" wraps up heartbreak in a way that makes you want to press repeat and stay in your feelings a little longer. And her debut EP, Somethin' To Write About, delivers exactly what the title promises: raw stories, real emotion, and a fearless exploration of identity, heartbreak, and that unstoppable fire to chase your dreams.
Comparisons to Kacey Musgraves, Joan Jett, and Halsey? They’re well-earned. But make no mistake – Mikki Zip is entirely her own storm. She’s that rare artist who can play to a rowdy crowd at a street festival one night and hold a pin-drop-quiet listening room in the palm of her hand the next. Her voice? Smoky. Strong. Stunning. Her songs? Unapologetic and unfiltered.
From The New York State Fair to CMA Fest and all the stages in between, Mikki keeps showing up, mic in hand, ready to tell the truth. And we can’t wait to hear what stories she writes next.
Country's not just in good hands. It's in Mikki Zip's.
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