From the sounds of slapback echo, twangy Telecasters and
swooning pedal steel, it’s clear that Scott MacKay has an affinity
for country music of the 1950s and ‘60s. But the singer/songwriter
from Charlottetown PEI also has a sharp wit that shines through on
the 10 original songs that comprise his latest album Stupid Cupid,
a collection that offers a fresh, modern take on classic country.

Stupid Cupid features MacKay backed by his regular rhythm
section of Josh and Sam Langille, along with renowned guitarist
Grant Siemens and pedal steel master Burke Carroll. For MacKay,
it’s his third album and the first reflection of what he describes as
getting bit by the classic country bug since his previous release.

“I really became smitten with songwriters such as Shel Silverstein,
Hank Williams, Bobby Bare, Roger Miller and others,” he says. “It
made me focus my attention on improving my songwriting, and I
tried to learn as much about it as I could. I took a lyric writing
class, a storytelling class, and a creative writing class. I even took
part in a songwriting workshop in Nashville where I got to meet
and learn from some of the greatest songwriters in the world.”

The results of that hard work speak for themselves on Stupid
Cupid. From the title track’s protagonist having his plan to win his
dream girl goes terribly wrong, to the tale of someone receiving a
“Brand New Heart” from a man killed by his lover, to the
surprisingly philosophical “God Walks Into A Bar,” MacKay
effortlessly breathes new life into longstanding country music
themes. However, it’s all designed to put a smile on your face, as
well as a tear in your beer.

released January 8, 2021

Scott MacKay Acoustic, Vocals
Josh Langille Drums
Sam Langille Bass
Grant Siemens Electric Guitars
Burke Carroll Pedal Steel
Rob McLaren Pedal Steel (Brand New Heart)
Ben Aitken Piano
Alex Vissia Background Vocals

Produced by Scott MacKay & Adam Gallant
Recorded by Adam Gallant at The Hill Sound Studio in Charlottetown, PE
Mixed by Scott Franchuk at Riverdale Recorders in Edmonton, AB
Mastered by Jim DeMain at Yes Master Studios in Nashville, TN

Photography by Nicole Anne
Album Design by Alice Maule

℗ & © Scott MacKay 2021