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"The MICKEY RAT Band" Brings to the stage an element of entertainment that will supersede your highest expectations! "The MICKEY RAT Band"s embodiment of dynamic stage presence and vast array of songs from all era's clearly redefines professionalism and showmanship!"The MICKEY RAT Band" is a high tech performance machine utilizing all of tomorrow's technology! With a automated MIDI system controlling the drums, top of the line (6) guitar processing system, and a personal In Ear Monitor System in place, allows "The MICKEY RAT Band" to perform any venue from Casino's to concert halls of any size, with virtually no stage volume, which in turn eliminates noisy sound checks, and keeps the stage clutter to a bare minimum!Their versatility enables them to diversify each performance in a very unique way! "The MICKEY RAT Band" is a distinctive combination of talent, professionalism, and artistic expression! Their level of individual experience intertwined with their unique blend of creativity and vocal harmony, not to mention a play list of over 250 songs makes this group a "sure thing" to compliment any event!"The MICKEY RAT Band" also provides your choice of "TRIBUTE SHOWS" performed in full costume down to the last detail! Choose from 50's/60's Review, "CHANGES in LATITUDES" a fun filled night of Jimmy Buffett & Island music, Motown Tribute, or Country Music Tribute"The MICKEY RAT Band"

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Member Since: 11/14/2006
Band Website: http://www.themickeyratband.com
Band Members: SCOTTY GILESLead Vocals Acoustic & Electric Guitars Midi ProgrammingWith twenty years of professional experience on the local music scene, Scott Giles has performed in two of Windsors most famous local bands. Spending six years as a vocalist and lead guitarist for "The BAD APPLES", Scott developed a taste for classic rock music with influences such as The Beatles and James Taylor. For the last fourteen years Scott has been and is still currently a lead vocalist and guitarist, and band leader for Windsor's ever popular "MICKEY RAT Band", opening for national headliners over the years such as Honeymoon Suite, Moxy Fruvous, and Mitch Ryder. Scott brings experience & heart and soul to the group to help give it it's unique sound. DANIELLE SAMSONLead Vocals Shakers Tambouracas Reletively new on the local music scene, up and coming songstress Danielle (Dani) Samson combines five years of professional vocal training, along with years of live theater on stage experience, to bring a "new dimension" of sound to "The MICKEY RAT Band". At the young age of 23 Dani is the first female vocalist to ever perform in "The MICKEY RAT Band", singing a variety of hits from famous artists such as Faith Hill, ABBA, & Shania Twain just to name a few. Dani's youth, and sultry voice help give the band its "new dimension" it has been searching for since it began!MITCH LEWIS Lead Vocals Piano, Keyboards Acoustic Guitar Songwriter With over 30 years of professional musical experience, Mitch has performed as a solo act, in duo's, trio's, and in many local bands, one of the most popular being Windsor recording artists "Lynn & The Rebels". Mitch has a degree in music, and works part time as a schoolteacher teaching music & French. Along with his ability to play a variety of instruments Mitch brings a unique versitality to the band not to mention his strong country music influence and his original songwriting capabilities. Over the years Mitch has been one of the most sought after pianists on the local music scene!RICHARD SENNEMA Lead Vocals Guitar Bass Keyboards Ricard Senema has almost 25 years experience in the music buisness as a live performer. Among the many instruments Rich can play ranging from guitar to bass, to piano, Richard also brings to the band his incredible vocal range. Richard has a degree in music from the Uof W and has also performed in many of Windsors top bands over the years such as Revival, Revolver, & The Locals.JACK LEHOUX Lead Vocals Drums Acoustic Guitar Mandolin Percussion Jack ... the newest member of "The MICKEY RAT Band" has been playing drums and performing professionally for nearly 30 years. Being a rock drummer in his early years, Jack eventually developed a taste for blues & country, and is considered one of Windsor's finest drummers. Looking to play with one of Windsor's top groups Jack has joined Windsor's premier party band..... "The MICKEY RAT Band". It just keeps getting better!! Welcome aboard Jack!!
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My Blog

Mickey Rat Band Back at MGM Grand In Detroit

Well I just got the call today............ We have been put back on the scheduled rotation at the MGM Grand Casino in Detroit. We will be performing there this Sunday evening at the Stage bar from 7:3...
Posted by on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Back By Popular demand

Well after a great night of margaritta's & cheeseburgers at Foolery's sports bar on Feb 24th, we will be back by popular demand doing our "Changes In Latitudes" show - A Musical Tribute To Ji...
Posted by on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 08:54:00 GMT

And The Verdict Is In

Well, after lots of correspondence back & forth between us & WYC after the suit was filed on our behalf by the local AFM, WYC decided that it was in thier best interest to settle the matter ou...
Posted by on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 08:45:00 GMT

American Federation Of Musicians & What They Can Do For You - Mickey Rat vs Windsor Yacht Club

So you ask yourself as a musician, why should I join the AFM union? I used to ask myself that question for years before me & my band joined. Originally we joined 7 yrs ago to be abl...
Posted by on Sat, 23 Dec 2006 11:54:00 GMT