A Day in the Life of…Maddox Batson

Fifteen-year-old breakout country artist Maddox Batson has always been surrounded by music. Growing up, his father sang and played the guitar all the time. Batson, however, was much more into sports, playing baseball, basketball, and football. But when he was diagnosed with Osgood-Schlatter disease in his right knee in 2022, his life took a different […]

May 8, 2025 - 18:01

Fifteen-year-old breakout country artist Maddox Batson has always been surrounded by music. Growing up, his father sang and played the guitar all the time.

Batson, however, was much more into sports, playing baseball, basketball, and football. But when he was diagnosed with Osgood-Schlatter disease in his right knee in 2022, his life took a different direction. Unable to play sports anymore, he turned to music, playing and singing with his dad on TikTok Live.

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As Batson sees it, he really had no choice but to fall in love with music and start playing.

When Batson decided to pursue professional music at such a young age, his parents supported his decision wholeheartedly. “I have amazing relationships with both of my parents, so the support has always been there,” he says. “Having them during this process has made everything a million times easier.”

Batson’s determination—along with his parents’ blessing—paid off. The Birmingham, Alabama-based songwriter started quickly gaining notoriety from covering country musicians Zach Bryan and the Red Clay Strays on social media. His cover of Sam Barber’s “Dancing in the Sky” went viral with more than 1 million views. Eventually, he began getting noticed for his original songs, such as his 2024 single “Tears in the River.” which garnered more than 21 million streams globally.

Just over a year later, Batson has released other singles such as “I Wanna Know,” “X’s,” and “Southbound,” and has more than 4.5 million followers on social media, exploding onto the forefront of the country music industry.

But Batson’s talents go beyond country music; he co-wrote Lana Del Rey and Quavo’s latest single, “Tough,” a mix of alt-pop, country, and trap. “I freaked out from excitement when she released it with Quavo,” he says. “It’s such an honor to be a part of that record, let alone being the inspiration.”

On May 2, Batson released the deluxe version of his first EP, First Dance (The After Party), which includes three new songs and explores relationships, breakups, and as he puts it, “capturing the love life of a teen.” In April, he finished his headline tour, with his final stop at the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, California. The singer-songwriter, however, will be back on the road supporting Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind tour in the fall.

“There are so many great aspects of touring—seeing new places and getting close with your band,” he says. “But mine by far is seeing the fans. From the second I walk out on stage and hear them scream my name, I can’t stop smiling. They mean the most to me.”

Batson made his Grand Ole Opry debut on March 26, performing songs from First Dance, participating in a Q&A, and signing autographs for his ever-growing fan base.

Here’s a day in the life of Maddox Batson…the Grand Ole Opry edition.

Date 3/26/25

Time I woke up 7:30 a.m.

Every day starts with A shower.

Breakfast consists of A bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich.

To get going I always listen to TikTok…haha.

I don’t feel dressed without Cologne.

Before I start working I must Have coffee or breakfast.

Currently working on Touring and my Opry debut!

But I’d really love to be Golfing.

I don’t know how anyone ever Can willingly eat sardines.

If I had to play one album on repeat, it would be Morgan Wallen’s Dangerous.