Stevie Mackey

Stephen D. Mackey II (born October 18, 1981), professionally known as Stevie Mackey, is an American singer, vocal coach, and vocal producer.[1]

He is known for his vocal coachwork on NBC's reality-competition television show The Voice for over ten seasons, and coaching Jennifer Lopez for her It's My Party tour. He also appeared on BET's reality-television series Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood, as well as BET's reality-television docuseries Chasing Destiny with Kelly Rowland.

He has worked with artists, including Christina Milian, Fergie, Selena Gomez, and Moniece Slaughter.[2]

Early life and education

Mackey was born in Los Angeles, California. His mother was a teacher, and his father was a physical therapist.

He grew up in a family of Christian singers, where singing classic Christmas songs and carols was a significant part of his life.[3][4]

Mackey is a graduate of Oakwood University, located in Huntsville, Alabama.[5]

Career

Mackey began his music career as a backing vocalist, performing with Lalah Hathaway, Whitney Houston, and Michael Jackson.[6]

He has been a vocal coach on The Voice for over ten seasons, and in 2019, he traveled the world coaching Lopez for her It's My Party tour.[7]

In addition to his work as a vocal coach, Mackey released his debut album, The Most Wonderful Time, in 2020, a collection of his favorite holiday songs.[8]

He also hosts a cappella parties, called "Taco Tuesdays", at his home, which serve as a source of inspiration and support for the artist community. He created a thirty-day digital vocal coaching program featured on the platform Monthly, in which he covers runs, songwriting, and more musical topics.[3]

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