PHOTO BY: DONNA GREEN

A LITTLE ABOUT TRISHA

Trisha Markinson is a Nashville-based SINGER/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose work blends emotionally rich storytelling with memorable melodies. With a sound rooted in Americana and indie folk, her performances are both vulnerable and powerful.

TRISHA is an active member of BMI and the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), and is currently seeking a publishing deal to bring her original songs to a wider audience through established artists.

2025 Treasure Coast Songwriters Festival

Trisha was featured among more than 40 BMI-affiliated songwriters at the fourth annual Treasure Coast Songwriters Festival, sharing the lineup with acclaimed songwriters, including:

  • Aaron Barker – Known for George Strait’s “Love Without End, Amen”
  • James Slater – Grammy-nominated for Martina McBride’s “In My Daughter’s Eyes”
  • Frank Myers – Co-writer of “I Swear” (John Michael Montgomery, All-4-One)
  • Bridgette Tatum – Co-writer of Jason Aldean’s “She’s Country”
  • Wynn Varble – Known for Brad Paisley’s “Waitin’ on a Woman”
  • Sarah Buxton – Co-writer of Keith Urban’s “Stupid Boy”
  • Dylan Altman – Co-writer of Jake Owen’s “Barefoot Blue Jean Night”

NOTABLE PERFORMANCES

2024 Island Hopper Songwriter Festival

Trisha performed at the 2024 Island Hopper Songwriter Festival, sharing the lineup with acclaimed writers like:

  • Jeffrey Steele – Grammy-nominated, Rascal Flatts’ “What Hurts the Most”
  • Kristian Bush – Sugarland co-founder, Grammy Award winner
  • Scotty McCreery – Multi-platinum country artist, American Idol winner
  • Jeff Cohen – Six-time BMI award winner, “Crazy for This Girl”
  • Earl Bud Lee – “Friends in Low Places” (Garth Brooks)

2023 & 2024 Shared Lineups with Sonia Leigh

TRISHA HAS BEEN THE OPENING ACT FOR SONIA LEIGH IN BOTH 2023 AND 2024

  • Sonia Leigh –  Co-Writer of Two #1 Billboard Hits:“Goodbye in Her Eyes” and “Sweet Annie,” both of which were recorded by the Zac Brown Band

NOTABLE RELEASES

trisha released “i always know” in 2024

Trisha was the sole singer and songwriter behind her top track “I always know”

  • Top-Streamed Single: "I Always Know" has achieved over 10,000 streams across major platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music
  • Radio Airplay: The song has received airplay on stations such as Radio St. Pete, highlighting its appeal and resonance with a broader audience

Affiliations

BMI | Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI)

booking & contact info

Trisha is currently booking:

songwriter’s rounds | music festivals | co-writing sessions