SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Trumpet, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Vocalist - Alto, Upright bass.ABOUT
Returnimg back to gigging after a break.
Played in a Santana Tribute band, Dean Abbott band, Sheldon Keys band, a guest for Dave Bath and the Hot Tubs.
Currently, the styles I play are Soul, Country, Funk, Reggae, Alternate Originals Folk and Surf/Blues.
History: I've played in covers/corporate Bands since my mid-Teens playing Folk, Dance and Country covers, metal, pub rock and blues outfits. Filled in
swing Big Bands (Jazz). Played in pubs to 5 star venues to festivals.
Looking for creative and experienced/educated musicians or bands for writing, recording, gigging or projects.
Age agnostic and quick learner. I could learn from you or you learn from me!
Contact pereimike at gmail
- Screen name:
- MikeSessions
- Member since:
- Jan 17 2013
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 1 night a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Below are just as an idea of some of my influences and current interests. It doesn't mean that I can play them all :)
Fusion: Scofield, Miles, Steely Dan, Mahavishnu, Shakti.
Roots & Blues: Harry Manx, John Butler, Johnson, Hooker, Tom Waits. Eric Bibb, Gary Clark, Robert Cray, Bonamassa, Harper, Cale
Soul and Funk: Neville Bros, Meters, Charles Bradley, Liz Wright. James Brown, Sharon Jones, John Mayer
Gospel: Blind Boys, Staple sisters,
Smooth: Benson, FourPlay, Sting, Krall
Latin: Santana, Sandoval, Santana, Bueno Vista SC.
Jazz: Burrell, Frisell, Hall, Stern, Rosenwinkle, Henderson, Gambale
Country: Brent Mason, Paisely, Stapleton.
Instrument experience:
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Expert
- Lead Guitar:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Baritone:
- Intermediate
EQUIPMENT
Professional and eclectic gear that is genre appropriate!
