Mike grew up on the South Coast of Texas and Northwest Louisiana. He wasn’t from a musical family but always wanted to play the guitar. He had friends that grew up playing and they taught him to play the six string so he could play in bands with them. Since then Mike has continued playing in many bands blending classic rock and country. Mike became enamored with songwriters so the next step was to begin penning songs himself..

Mike’s songs are steeped in the tradition of others that come before him. Kris Kristofferson, Danny Epps, Jimmy Buffett and more. The blended style with down home roots makes the stories in his songs seem so vivid and real to his listeners. With a salty Texas style, Mike spins life stories and historic tales into musical poetry in his new album, Tears in My Heart and his 2009 album, Hiway Home

Mike has worked with some of the top acts, pickers and writers in the business as a Studio Manager helping produce pre-tour rehearsals and music videos . Eric Clapton, ZZ Top, David Bowie, Kiss, Garth Brooks, The Firm, Stevie Wonder, Genesis, Phil Collins, Julian Lennon, The Everly Brothers and James Taylor to name a few.

Mike spent over 25 years in the film & entertainment business as a studio executive in Texas as well as Paramount Pictures where he served as Southwest Director of Production Support. He was a hands on manager and a key part of the studio production process for such films as, Silkwood, Streamers, Robo Cop, Problem Child, Leap of Faith, It Takes Two and Keys to Tulsa. Mike's full filmography and credits are available on IMDB.com.

Mike is currently signed with Tate Music Group. He plays and endorses C. F. Martin Guitars

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