John Michalak: Lead Vocals, Guitar, Piano
Zolla Michalak: Background Vocals, Cello
Influences
Michael Card, Fernando Ortega, Chris Rice, Sara Groves, Rich Mullins, Bob Bennett, Andrew Peterson, George Winston, John Michael Talbot, Keith Green, Dan Folgelberg, James Taylor, Indigo Girls, Marty Goetz, Michael Poirier.
Sounds Like
So...John Michael Talbot, Fernando Ortega and Cat Stevens walk into a bar...
In the chaos of electronic stimulation that we're bombarded with from waking to sleeping, it's often hard to be still and know that there's a God out there who loves every fiber of our being. Like clearing our heads with a walk in the mountains, or listening to the silence of the sea just after a storm, we suddenly realize what we've been missing, that the Spirit of God wants to speak to us in the quiet and pierce our souls with His presence.
For the most part, that's the vision behind my music and my passion for ministry. During our concert, your audience will experience uncluttered and thoughtful music, story-telling and spiritual encouragement.
What Others Are Saying:
"John Michalak’s music is full of passion—the kind of passion that will keep a dead flashlight battery burning through a cold winter’s night. Meshing obvious natural talent with deeply felt truth is a potent combination—one that has the strong potential to move you; move you to think, to worship, to praise God, and maybe—just maybe—move you to action. Here’s one thing I know for sure: You won’t be able to listen passively to Michalak’s songs. He belts the words out with intensity and authority, as if he really believes that which prompts him to sing. No doubt, he does. His lyrics are thoughtful and intelligent, avoiding cliché like a seasoned poet."
Curt McLey, Phantom Tollbooth Magazine
Background/Mission:
I have been performing for over 13 years as a worship leader, band member, and solo act at many different venues from churches, to coffeehouses, to conferences and camps. My musical mission is to continue sharing my gifts with a wide and diverse audience, regionally and nationally. I also plan to release my debut CD, "Surface Of The Deep", in the not-so-distant future, which I believe will be a helpful ministry tool and keepsake for those in need of more continual inspiration in their daily journey with God.
I am also a writer (see my blog), biblical teacher, and public speaker. I hold a Master's degree in Biblical Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and am currently working on my first apologetic, non-fiction book, "LIFE IS RELATIONSHIP: Reframing Our View Of Life’s Source Through The Window Of Personal Connection".
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HI JOHN, I enjoyed your song, "Silent Seas" It is a wonderful reminder of His faithfulness! When the Sounds of the Storm seem to drown out the ONE we need most and He seems distant, He is faithful even when we have not been , and In that still small voice the Slience is broken, in quietness and calm, We find direction and wisdom and His Sacred Peace. I really enjoyed the song John. Thanks for Sharing.
"The sea is silent" stripped down is sometimes the best way to send the lyrics out. I like it. Where did you get the Tenor voice? I can't even get close to some of those notes. Your Bro Joe
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hey John.. yea i still live here. i moved to Charleston for a while but i ended up back here with my mom! how have you been? i saw you in Best Buy a few months ago, i didn't say any thing because i didn't think you would remember me. how is you church going?
Thx for dropping by and listening to my tunes! Please let your friends know both my worship rock CD's are for sale on my site, and now on iTUNES!! These CD’s were co-produced by Ron Davis the engineer on the Grammy/Dove award winning CD, “Shout to the Lord!” I've also got some FREE DOWNLOADS!
“Here I Stand” just charted in the Top 20! Be sure to ask to hear it at your local radio station! Everyone please come see the video and leave me a comment! May God bless you and draw you closer as you surrender to Him!
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Hey John... N. Carolina...wow...lol... sounds like you are doing great and the music is inspiring! Congratulations and good to hear from you... talk to you again soon.
