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Michael Fix

About Me

CONCERTS listed at www.michaelfix.com (click 'tours')Michael Fix is widely regarded as one of Australian music's leading acoustic guitarists, with extraordinary skills on the guitar and a unique brand of music - passionate, emotional and evocative.Michael Fix plays Bouree in Em by Bach

Add to My Profile | More VideosMichael's repertoire includes Jazz and Blues, Celtic and Australian Folk, Country, Classical and especially his own distinctive compositions, many of which have received TV and radio exposure, as well as winning several major awards.Michael's unique style - distinctively Australian and highly original in its presentation - marks him as a performer not to be missed."After over 30 years of involvement in the music industry, Ive come to realize that music is life - the ups and downs that life dishes up are reflected in the music I write. But the journey wouldnt be nearly as much fun without your interest and support. The greatest joy comes from connecting with you. Thank you for sharing the journey."

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 08/09/2006
Band Website: www.michaelfix.com
Band Members: I'm a solo act. So, unless I split up, it's just me.
Influences: Huge range of musical influences - folk, jazz, classical, country, pop, rock, roots...anything with a melody and a groove, add plenty of emotion, and I'm into it!Heavily influenced by the guitar styles of Chet Atkins, Merle Travis and Jerry Reed, Django, Earl Klugh, George Benson, Joe Pass, as introduced to me by my dear friend and mentor Tommy Emmanuel. I love everything that Mark Knopfler is involved with, early (teenage) influences: Beatles, Elvis, Elton John, Rolling Stones, Cat Stevens, Harry Chapin, Gordon Lightfoot, Free, Tom Petty, Oasis, Shadows, Ventures, James Taylor...love the Finn brothers Neil & Tim, and lately, seriously into The Flight of the Conchords!
Sounds Like: all my experiences & influences filtered through ME
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

enews July: ClassicFix, new website launch, JPF nominee, Hat Trick & more

Hello friends,   Its been just over a month since the release of ClassicFix, and the CD is starting to receive airplay across Australia on ABC radio. It was even selected "album of the week" in Ma...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Jul 2009 03:12:00 GMT

New CD, June concerts, Hat Trick

Hi everyone, sorry, its been a while since Ive written. I haven't forgotten you!   Ive been on the road, touring through Germany, Italy, Finland & France. I met so many wonderful people, and had ...
Posted by on Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:44:00 GMT

ClassicFix CDbaby editors pick May 10 & review

Note from CDbaby:Dear Michael,We love your "MICHAEL FIX: ClassicFix" CD so much that we're going to feature it on the CD Baby front page for a day, and in our Editor's Picks section from now on. ...
Posted by on Sun, 10 May 2009 02:41:00 GMT

Michael Fix performing @ club Piano, Helsinki tonight

do drop in if you are in the neighbourhood!
Posted by on Fri, 08 May 2009 05:32:00 GMT

New CD release, & May Europe tour dates

Once again Im packing my bags & getting ready board that plane.I'll be in Europe for most of May promoting my new CD ClassicFix, (released firstly in Germany) on the Acoustic Music label.This album co...
Posted by on Mon, 27 Apr 2009 02:54:00 GMT

Check out this event: Ellaways Guitar month concert/workshop

Hosted By:Ellaways MusicWhen:Saturday, 14 March 2009Where:Ellaways music35-49 Compton RdUnderwood4119Description:March is guitar month at Ellaways! You are invited to attend an "up close & personal co...
Posted by on Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:05:00 GMT

March gigs, new CD, house concerts

Hello friends,I cant believe how quickly the year is flying past. Ive never been so busy composing music for various projects, producing CDs for an assortment ofartists, writing songs, setting up t...
Posted by on Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:05:00 GMT

January gigs & news

Hello friends,The year is flying by already! I've been hard at work in the studio addingfinishing touches to my new CD which should be ready in April, in time formy Europe tour in May. I'm also writin...
Posted by on Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:52:00 GMT

merry christmas message!

Hello friends,Just a very quick note to thank all you wonderful people I met on the roadthis year. From Brisbane to Berlin, from Tamworth to Tokyo, Newcastle to New York, Begato Bangkok, Hervey Bay to...
Posted by on Mon, 22 Dec 2008 21:52:00 GMT

oz manouche & other news

Hi everyone,A quick note to remind guitar fans who happen to be in Brisbane this weekend:If you love the music of Django Reinhardt, you must come to the OzManouche festival!OzManouche is Australia's p...
Posted by on Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:41:00 GMT