NOw YOU KnOW: Mary Heather Hickman

"A Storyteller ready for the big leagues"

-Nicole Marchesi, Next Women of Country Blog

Bold and unflinching, Mary Heather Hickman's songs tell stories that pack a punch. Her songwriting is both personable and edgy, delivered with a sly dose of tongue-in-cheek humor. While her music has a radio-friendly polish, Mary Heather never loses her down-home drawl; the characters in her songs feel like the type of old friends you'd finish a bottle of Tequila with. This is evidenced by her growing fan base across multiple social media platforms, where several viral videos and her authentic style have garnered widespread attention. Mary Heather Hickman proves there is a strong audience for the gritty, unapologetic songwriting she specializes in. 

Born in El Dorado, Arkansas, and raised just outside Dallas, Texas, Mary Heather has traditional country roots with a modern twist. Over the past seven years, she’s been writing songs on Nashville’s MusicRow, blending a raw, gritty sensibility with a fresh, left-of-center approach that still carries commercial appeal. No stranger to the stage, Mary Heather began performing at iconic Texas venues from a young age, steadily honing her craft. Today, she’s built a dynamic live show, opening for artists like Justin Moore, Hank Williams Jr., Toby Keith and Eli Young Band, while continuing to captivate audiences with her powerful stage presence and unique sound. 

In 2021, her original song "Treasure" went viral on TikTok, debuting on country radio and amassing millions of streams across digital platforms. It was featured on The Bobby Bones Show, Woman of iHeart Country, and hit the Top 30 on the Music Row Breakout Chart and Billboard Indicator chart. Mary Heather’s upcoming debut EP, Now You Know, set for release later this year, will feature six brand-new tracks. The first single, “Denim on Denim”, is making its way to country radio and promises to be the next fan favorite in her collection of high-energy anthems. With undeniable talent and knack for crafting catchy, irresistible hooks, Mary Heather Hickman is just getting started in the country music world.