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mike maurer

BIG MIKE

About Me

Mike Maurer is Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist. Mike started playing guitar at age 13, when he was captivated by the blues. He studied the music of B.B. King, Freddie King and Buddy Guy among others. Performing mainly as the Lead Guitarist of the Denver reggae band Irie Still, Mike has made a transition towards the blues genre with his recently formed group the Mike Maurer Trio. Mike decided to go completely blues with his new power trio after playing in a variety of local Denver bands. Mike is accompanied by two respected players in Denver, Chris Harris (bass) and Drew Emmert (Drums). Currently Mike is recording in the studio for the release of his first solo album which is expected to be released in the spring of 2007. With the release of Mike’s first solo album the sky is the limit. You can catch him at least three times a week playing different venues in the city and mountain towns.Reviews; “Having returned from a stint in California, Mike brings a freshness and blues power to the band, coupled with an earnest talent for singing vocals. Mike lends a warmth and sincerity to the guitar position. Having trained with a former member of the band Firefall, Mike's roots in Colorado go back a long way, and his solos exhibit a fine balance of passion, emotion and deep musical understanding”. -Mike Hester- “Mike’s honest talent and captivating live shows makes him a contender in the blues arena nationwide”. -Dave Sullivan, A&R Castle Records I edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4

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Member Since: 8/2/2006
Band Website: iriestill.com
Band Members: line up changes, but all great players. chris harris,bill novack, scotty rich:bass brian roshawn, simon martinez :drums jeff mitchell keys and alan hanuman
Influences: jonny lang, bob marley, sublime, buddy guy , robert crey, eric clapton
Sounds Like: you decide
Type of Label: None