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honored Best Male Vocalist of the Year at the LAMA



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Member Since5/26/2005
Band Websitewww.erickmacek.com
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 2 2009 8:00P
Harvelles w/Keaton Simons, Lelia Broussard Santa Monica, California
Jul 3 2009 2:00P
Musicpalooza–FINALS!!! this is for 25k Del Mar, California
Jul 11 2009 2:15P
Orange County Fair Costa Mesa, California
Jul 13 2009 8:00P
Room 5 - In the Round Los Angeles, California
Jul 24 2009 8:00P
TBA Bratislava, Slovakia
Jul 25 2009 8:00P
TBA Ruzina, Slovakia
Jul 26 2009 8:00P
TBA Zilina, Slovakia
Jul 27 2009 8:00P
TBA Piestany, Slovakia
Jul 28 2009 8:00P
TBA Rajecke Teplice, Slovakia
Jul 29 2009 8:00P
TBA Zbynov, Slovakia
Jul 30 2009 8:00P
TBA Bratislava, Slovakia
Jul 31 2009 8:00P
TBA Trnava, Slovakia
Aug 1 2009 9:00P
FestDobréBohunice 2009 Trnava, Slovakia
Aug 6 2009 6:00P
SKYLAB Modern Art Laguna Beach, California
Aug 15 2009 3:45P
Relay For Life SD San Diego, California
Aug 29 2009 10:00P
Tin Angel w/friends Jes Hudak, Adam Kowalczyk Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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"Erick Macek is destined to leave his mark and be captured in the same breath as heavy hitters such as Dave Matthews Band or G. Love & Special Sauce"
- Geoffrey Dellinger, VP of Music, Entertainment World

Alright, so I've gone through many biographies of informational bragging and so I've decided to turn the tables and write one on my own.

Born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, it all started, while still in diapers (around 3yrs old) when my pops kind of made me learn the accordion. (I think it was to follow in his footsteps) See, coming from a strict Slovak background (that'd be eastern Europe) I was raised with polkas and waltzes as my first major influence. So throughout my childhood I was thrown multiple instruments and told "figure it out" as there became a need for it in our ethnic, rockin' family band. (WARNING: slight use of sarcasm) As my 2 older brothers sang, danced and played their instruments ... I became sort of a guinea pig being able to pick up and figure out anything my dad threw my way. By age 6, I played the accordion, harmonica, recorder, keyboard, sang and danced. And a few years later took trumpet lessons. I have to say that I was a natural favorite around the grannies!

Being a teenager and dealing with typical peer pressure, I really became embarrassed of music started shying away. I suddenly became a jock being born and bred to become a soccer/hockey athlete. (once again, following in my fathers footsteps ... (My father once being a semi-professional soccer player in Austria) and suddenly … our household started becoming Americanized where sounds went from polkas and waltzes to Helloween and Stryper with a final compromise of Abba.

By late high school, I was dead set on becoming a professional athlete, but still couldn't concentrate on one thing as I competed in baseball, football, cross-country, but my main focus was on soccer, ice hockey and volleyball. Received multiple accolades, awards and potential scholarships. Being torn by my father who wanted me to become a professional soccer player and train in Austria and my mother who constantly harped on education and strived to make our lives better as I was only the 2nd Macek born in the United States, a medial meniscus tear in my left knee senior year of high school opened my eyes at a whole new level. And soon after, somehow ended up performing in a musical called "Crazy for You" my senior year and was chosen "Rookie of the Year" as no one knew I could sing/dance.

On to college where the my first real musical influence hit me like a ton of bricks ... a man by the name dave matthews made me want to pick up the guitar and just "jam" ... or maybe thinking that it would help my chances with the lady gender. Whatever the case, the seed had been planted. Music had made an ironic full circle back into my life and by my 2nd year of college, my dad bought me my first Washburn acoustic electric guitar and the rest is history. (side note: Plush by STP was my first riff ever learned)

After graduating and moving on as a graphic designer, I continued to write and write and write, but was very shy behind the mic. I remember recalling before a performance, I usually had to have a "few" drinks ... as I was asked many times how I could perform while hammered (I use that term loosely)...

2005-literally, was the year where "it" all began. I decided to record an album, create a website, make a press kit and, really, create a music identity. Then, an event happened that changed my life forever, the AMTC talent competition. I received a scholarship to compete amongst thousands in Orlando, Florida. Shy as ever and so nervous that my throat almost closed ... I sang my heart out and to my surprise won the prestigious "Overall Singer" award, which in my mind was proof that I have "something."

This confidence led me to take another big chance in my life as I packed my bags and headed to Southern California. One opportunity after another piled on and continue to pile on as I've performed at events such as the Sundance Festival, Academy Awards gifting lounge, SXSW and venues all over Southern California at a consistent basis. I was also nominated for, and won "Best Male Vocalist of the Year" at the Los Angeles Music Awards. I've also met, performed and hung out with many great musicians, major label acts and so on, but rather not use their name to boost up my bio. I'm an honest singer/songwriter and I have an obvious passion for this thing called music. I'm always learning and I'm always being inspired and "life always happens" ... I'm taking on that ride and hope to leave something behind for people to relate to, learn from and communicate with ...

















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Jul 4 2009 9:41 PM

Stopping by to show some love,on this 4th of july.How are you,I've been a very buisy but try,not to forget about friends like you.I pray right now that everything you are seeking will be revealed to you.I also pray that everything you ask will be giving to you.I pray that you will be over blessed with success and that you never give up until you win.God bless and remember to kick back and ust enjoy your self,your friend Lorenzo H.Hamlin,(Universal Disciple)
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Jul 4 2009 8:19 PM

Hey Macek, Congratulations on winning Musicpalooza! Happy 4th Of July!
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Jul 4 2009 8:58 AM

Hey, Thanks again for your time, you seem like you might be interested in some more info about me and my music, so check out my Music & NEW Flash Layout and I'll return the favor!!!
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Jul 4 2009 8:56 AM

Hey, Thanks again for your time, you seem like you might be interested in some more info about me and my music, so check out my Music & NEW Flash Layout and I'll return the favor!!!
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Jul 4 2009 6:01 AM

NEW PAGE AND NEW MUSIC IS OFFICIALLY UP BABYYYYY!!!!!! COME CHECK IT OUT!!! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!!!
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Jul 4 2009 4:41 AM

HAVE A GREAT 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!
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Jul 3 2009 1:48 PM

YO come thru and gimme some feedback on this joint called "POPPIN" wit JADAKISS!You gotta keep it 1000 tho! www.twitter.com/mansiontut
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Jul 1 2009 8:25 PM

Have a terrific Wednesday and a wonderful 4th of July celebration! Luv ya! ~ Sherrie
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Jun 30 2009 8:30 PM

thanks, greetings aron


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Jun 30 2009 7:54 PM

Surprise sale ALL TRACKS $1.99 just for today @ http://lnk.ms/0nGYH let me know which ones you get
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Jun 30 2009 9:22 AM

Yo,

What have u been doing ?

we have just release a myspace track on the myspace called "Answer Your Phone" please just borrow us your ears for a little while and pass through and take a listen, u neva know u might like it! :D

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Kidnerve and Knifty

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Jun 28 2009 4:42 PM

Hey yall it ya gurl Miss Knockout the unstoppable chic, lol hope yall enjoying your week sliding thru on the check in to swipe ya page wit sum of that rapchic luv, lol.... come thru and see me exclusive jada kiss and soulja boy tell em drops on my page leave your mark and btw lot's of people been askin how i keep my page poppin well big shout out to http://myspace.com/round1pr go check em out they bring your pages views/hits/plays/request all that so im straight but sharing is caring dont say i never put u on to nothing, hahaha, lol
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Jun 28 2009 5:49 AM

Hey yall it ya gurl Miss Knockout the unstoppable chic, lol hope yall enjoying your week sliding thru on the check in to swipe ya page wit sum of that rapchic luv, lol.... come thru and see me exclusive jada kiss and soulja boy tell em drops on my page leave your mark and btw lot's of people been askin how i keep my page poppin well big shout out to http://myspace.com/round1pr go check em out they bring your pages views/hits/plays/request all that so im straight but sharing is caring dont say i never put u on to nothing, hahaha, lol
peace
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Jun 26 2009 8:48 PM

saw you last night at the fair. LOVED IT
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Jun 26 2009 6:22 PM

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Jun 25 2009 11:01 PM

Have a wonderful Thursday and a terrific weekend! Luv ya! ~ Sherrie
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Jun 25 2009 5:21 AM

Hey yall it ya gurl Miss Knockout the unstoppable chic, lol hope yall enjoying your week sliding thru on the check in to swipe ya page wit sum of that rapchic luv, lol.... come thru and see me exclusive jada kiss and soulja boy tell em drops on my page leave your mark and btw lot's of people been askin how i keep my page poppin well big shout out to round 1 pr go check em out they bring your pages views/hits/plays/request all that so im straight but sharing is caring dont say i never put u on to nothing, hahaha, lol
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Jun 24 2009 10:26 PM

Hey Mr. I'm going to try to make it out tonight!
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Jun 24 2009 6:42 AM

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Jun 23 2009 6:58 PM

Whats Up!
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Jun 21 2009 3:33 PM

a VIDEO huh? Congrats!! =)
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Jun 19 2009 5:50 PM

Thanks for your friendship!! Keep in touch! Kiara, Krash, Sygo
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Jun 17 2009 9:44 PM

HEY YOU,
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