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Michael Gaither
Americana / Folk / Bluegrass

Moving along at dogspeed...



WATSONVILLE, California
United States

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Member Since4/14/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.michaelgaither.com
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InfluencesRay Davies, John Hiatt, Buddy Miller, Julie Miller, Tom Petty, John Prine, Joe Strummer, The Ramones, Warren Zevon.

Basically, I like any good songwriter who can find a new twist on what's all been said before.

Sounds Like"Michael draws the audience into the music through his intelligent, sophisticated lyrics about common everyday subjects to which we can all relate. He sounds like Bob Dylan, if Dylan was born in Texas and moved to Santa Cruz". - Ruby Slippers, KVMR-FM, Nevada City, CA
Type of LabelUnsigned


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jan 30 2010 8:00P
See complete show schedule over on the left. WATSONVILLE

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   About Michael Gaither
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Like his song “Jack of All Trades” says, Michael’s done a bit of everything: journalist, corporate trainer, even a stint as a joke writer for Jay Leno. All roads danced around - and eventually led back to – writing. His debut CD, the 2006 release "Spotted Mule and Other Tales", is an Americana mix of folk, bluegrass, and a little gospel. He favors songs with stories and tales of day-to-day life. Big cars. Bad drivers. A baby’s first steps. And, well, even mules.

His new release, "Dogspeed", is another Americana story collection anchored by yet another animal totem.

Besides performing his own material, Michael runs a monthly open mic and songwriters night at the Wooden Nickel Bar and Grill in Watsonville, CA. He has also organized, promoted, and played at small local festivals, including the annual "Vintner's Festival Weekend" at Roudon-Smith Winery in Scotts Valley, CA and "November-fest" at Pacific Crest Apiaries in Watsonville, CA.

Here are a few things folks have said about Michael's work:

  • "Michael and his band gave us a priceless night we will never forget.” - Marky Starks, Canyon Acoustic Society House Concerts

  • “Michael is a writer with a keen eye for detail and a gentle sense of humor.“ - Larry Kelly, Maverick Country (UK)

  • "I have often thought that the hardest songs to write concern everyday life. Michael Gaither is a singing storyteller in the style of Tom T. Hall and Roger Miller with a heaping dash of Lyle Lovett in the mix.” - Uncleshag, The Longtown Sound Podcast / WLSO FM

Head over to www.michaelgaither.com for more information about Michael, including "Songs and Stories", a podcast that looks behind-the-scenes at independent music through stories behind the songs and interviews with other songwriters.


Click here to purchase "Dogspeed"


Click here to purchase "Spotted Mule and Other Tales"

Click here to buy individual tracks from Itunes


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Dawn Lyn

Dawn Lyn



Nov 16 2009 5:16 PM

Mary

Mary Scott



Jul 26 2009 5:51 PM

Just heard "Good God Man" on "Car Talk". Awesome! I was so excited, I cried! Congraulations!
Robert Ash

Bob Ash



May 18 2009 3:30 AM

Dear Mike,
Thank you so much for your performance at the Watsonville High Boosters/Franich Ford Drive One 4UR School fundraiser.

We are extremely grateful that you took the time to come out and entertain our guests while they participated in the $6000.00 challenge grant from Ford Motor Company.

As you know, the athletic department is currently under funded and is in desperate need of much needed funds. In fact, there are no funds currently allocated for the 2009-2010 school year. It will be no easy task to obtain the necessary funds. However, we are addressing this very important issue. Many more fundraising events will be scheduled in the very near future. It will be a very daunting task to acquire the necessary funds but I am confident that we will succeed.

It is good to know that the school has the support of our local performers.

I will place a link to your web site within the next few days on the Watsonville High Multi-Year Web Site. I want all Watsonville High Alumni to know that you have been there for us during this dire time period.

Once again, I will always be grateful for your support.

Bob Ash
WHS Class of 1981
WHS Boosters
WHS Multi-Year Reunion Committee
www.watsonvillehighreunion.com
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Evangelines Cafe



Mar 28 2009 4:14 AM

YEs, for sure!
Daniel Mark Faller

Daniel Mark Faller



Jan 6 2009 5:52 PM

greetings from Idaho....thanks for the music and friendship.....daniel
Stephers

Stephers



Jan 2 2009 12:00 AM


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Tamra Engle

Tamra Engle



Dec 4 2008 11:41 PM

Hey MG,
Have a gr8 show at DQ tonight!
Come by crows nest in SC tomorrow I'd love to see you!

=Tamra=
Canyon Acoustic Society

marky starks



Dec 4 2008 3:57 PM

They're gonna LOVE you at DQ's tonight!
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skeeter hawk records



Dec 2 2008 4:52 AM

THANKS FOR THE ADD
Stevie Coyle

Stevie Coyle



Oct 31 2008 7:51 PM

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Geri Prowl



Oct 23 2008 2:34 PM

Just being nosey and seeing what's new :)

Have an awesome week :)
Canyon Acoustic Society

marky starks



Aug 19 2008 3:41 AM

Hey Michael! Thanks so much to you and Aaron and Greg for such a special afternoon concert. In spite of the fog, your songs warmed our hearts.
Hope you didn't mind the monkey shines going on in the back!
Robert Ash

Bob Ash



Aug 17 2008 6:05 AM

Mike,
I'll see you next Wednesday at the Crepe Place.
Bob
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Tamara Boatright



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John & The Bluegrass Gospel Hour

John & The Bluegrass Gospel Hour



Aug 12 2008 4:22 AM

Thanks for the new friendship!

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Stephers

Stephers



Aug 7 2008 5:03 AM

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Robert Ash

Bob Ash



Jul 30 2008 5:10 AM

Hey Mike,
You have some shows lined up.

Hope to see you tomorrow at Cilantros.

Bob
Christian Raphael

Christian Raphael



Jul 27 2008 11:45 PM

Hey Michael,

Just stopping by to get my mule on.

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Peace
Stephers

Stephers



Jun 22 2008 1:01 AM

I was thinking about Spotted Mule last night as i heard the fire hit Larkin and Old Adobe :0(
We should pull to gether a benefit of some sort for our friends out in beuna vista
Bev Barnett & Greg Newlon

Bev Barnett & Greg Newlon



Jun 16 2008 5:21 PM

Dude... we missed Video Ranch! And its because I'm stoopid... yes, with two o's. I was going to be there in all my glorious pink feathered spendor (my avatar is a flamingo) but we got distracted trying to figure out how to cover our windows for the house concert 'cause the painters had just finished and we had no drapes and... okay, that's a lousy excuse. I'm sooooo bummed! I hope it was cool for you.
xo/b
Nick Campling

Nick Campling



Jun 7 2008 2:53 PM

Hi Michael,
Hope you can spare a moment to give us a boost!
Thanks
Nick

Christian Raphael

Christian Raphael



May 26 2008 1:33 AM

Hey Michael - Just stopping by to connect and to hear some great tunes. Miss you bro

Peace

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Christian Raphael

Christian Raphael



Apr 8 2008 12:32 AM

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Geri Prowl



Mar 19 2008 10:28 AM

Congratulations from GJK Promotions on becoming "Artist of the Day" on March 19, 2008

Keep up the awesome work :)

Cheers and Inspire :)

P.S. Don't forget to check us out on Blogger at Artist of the Day on Blogger
Prowl of the Day is formerly Artist of the Day

Geri Prowl



Mar 19 2008 10:27 AM

Congratulations from GJK Promotions on becoming "Artist of the Day" on March 19, 2008

Keep up the awesome work :)

Cheers and Inspire :)

P.S. Don't forget to check us out on Blogger at Artist of the Day on Blogger
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