Miranda Easten is a dynamic singer, songwriter, radio presenter, motoring journalist, and author whose career spans multiple creative disciplines. With an early foundation in music, Miranda worked alongside renowned musician Greg Johnson, contributing as executive producer on his Swing the Lantern album and collaborating on Stars & Dreams. She was also part of the duo The Manuka Set, alongside Vanessa Kelly of Deep Obsession.
As a solo artist, Miranda launched her career in 2019 with the release of her debut album Behind Unbroken Strings, recorded at Roundhead Studios in Auckland with internationally acclaimed producer Greg Haver (Melanie C, Opshop, Kimbra). The album marked a significant milestone in her journey, with the debut single “Cowboy Lullaby” reaching #16 on the Official Top 40 Country Music Chart in Australia. Miranda was also featured on the Voices of Country compilation album, released by Compass FM.
Her 2021 single “Country Boy” achieved significant success, peaking at #25 on the Australian charts and earning airplay on major U.S. networks, including Country Music Network, MTV, and CMT. Miranda's songwriting talent has earned her recognition as a semi-finalist in the prestigious International Songwriting Competition (ISC) multiple times.
In 2022, Miranda’s single “View From Here” claimed the #1 spot on the Tasmanian charts, with its music video dominating the American Taste of Country platform for several weeks. Her second album, Concrete & Honey, released in 2024, saw recordings take place across the United Kingdom and New Zealand, collaborating with a diverse group of international producers and musicians. The album debuted at #6 on the Official NZ Albums Chart, cementing her status as a rising star in country music.
Alongside her music career, Miranda co-wrote the track “Listen to the Stars” with the celebrated Delaney Davidson, which featured on his album Out of My Head. She also completed a successful national tour of New Zealand in May 2024. In addition, Miranda served as a judge for the prestigious Golden Guitar Awards.
Miranda is also an accomplished poet and short story writer. With a deep love for storytelling, she explores themes of personal growth, resilience, and the human experience through her written word. Her poetic style captures raw emotion and vivid imagery. Miranda’s literary work complements her music, with both mediums reflecting her passion for connecting with her audience on a deeper, more personal level.
Miranda’s multifaceted career also includes work in film and television, and she is the host of The SXC Workday with Miranda on Southern Cross Country, New Zealand’s only mainstream country radio station. The show airs weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where Miranda brings her love for country music to a wide audience.
A true motoring enthusiast, Miranda writes for Classic Driver magazine—one of New Zealand’s top automotive publications—where she reviews and test-drives some of the world’s most coveted supercars and performance vehicles. Her love of all things automotive, especially Italian wedge-shaped designs and her own iconic 1981 DeLorean, has also earned her features in multiple car magazines and international TV appearances.
Miranda is currently preparing her third studio album, slated for release in 2025, as she continues to evolve as an artist, storyteller, and radio personality.