Michael Loonan

Bio:

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Jingle and Song Composer, Musician, Performer, Producer, Church Musician, Session Musician, Voice Talent - I try to keep my hands in every musical pie imagineable. By age 3, I was differentiating between John and Paul's voices on Beatle records - major thanks to my siblings for loving the Beatles. I was 'enlisted' into piano lessons in the third grade, the only boy out of a dozen students from my grade (thanks mom). But Sr. Ruth Marie taught me how to play 'chords' - ah yes, those 3-4 note combinations that create a symphonic structure of sound (thank you, Sr. Ruth Marie! And, uh, thank you mom!) In 7th grade, I started to play guitar, stealing chops from friends who were taking lessons (and who actually owned guitars!). I've played in many bands from high school to today: Teju, Sarcasm, The Funyans, Arian, Foolish, The Janes, The Loonan-Nelson Band and 2nd Generation.

Here are links to listen to/purchase my music:

MICHAEL LOONAN: Share the Disguise CD full of catchy songs, influenced by The Beatles, Brian Wilson and Paul Simon. Nominated for Pop Album of the Year, MN Music Awards.

MICHAEL LOONAN: A Season of Grace The beautiful, relaxing and innovative piano music of Michael Loonan, accompanied by renowned violinist, Brigid McCarthy.

MICHAEL LOONAN: Piano For The Holidays 14 beautiful solo piano interpretations of well-known holiday songs. A peaceful backdrop for a joyous holiday season

PATRICK & MICHAEL LOONAN: The Day Has Come Rich, brotherly harmonies, versatile musicianship and original songwriting have captured the attention of fans and musicians throughout the Twin Cities area.

I'm currently a stay-at-home dad, playing solo and duo gigs at night and on the weekends. I'm producing Voice-Over demos in my home studio, and pursuing ongoing work in the Voice-over biz myself. My recent clients include United Health Group, Target Corporation, Famous Dave's and Stars for Science.
Check out my Voice-Over Demo:
Powered by Voice123 - Voice Over
In 2007, I composed underscore music for a documentary about Hurricane Katrina survivors from the disabled community.

In addition to recording work, I perform around the Twin Cities, making regular appearances at Axel's Restaurants (Axel's Bonfire & Rudy's Redeye Grille), St. Paul Saint's games, O'Gara's, Pool & Yacht Club and other venues. I'm the proud leader of the "Loony Bin Band" on KSTP-AM's Mischke Broadcast. I produced and played on TD Mischke's debut recording (Better Man) and contributed backup vocals to his 2005 release (Whistle Stop.) In 2006, I played guitar for TD's band at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Stage for the Prairie Home Companion Show (which was a blast!) I perform regularly for weddings, corporate events and private parties, including group singalong get-togethers. I have a great duo partner in Chris Herriges - check out our site at www.bestmusicduo.com . I also play regularly with 'dueling piano players,' and can bring a dueling piano show to an event or party. For more information and to hear and buy CDs, visit my site: www.michaelloonan.com.

Michael Loonan: "We Fall Alone," video produced by Mark Carter



"We Fall Alone" (from 'Share the Disguise,' written by Michael Loonan © 2007).

Michael Loonan Band, performing "Little Wing," live at the Fine Line Music Cafe:



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Member Since:

August 06, 2006

Members:

Michael - Piano, Guitar, Vocals, Percussion

Influences:

Beatles, Sting, Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Honeydogs, Peter Mayer, Stuart Davis, Patrick Loonan, Ben Folds, Marc Cohn, Frank Sinatra, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Yes, Jethro Tull, Elvis Costello, Indigo Girls, Heart, Coldplay, David Bowie, Maroon 5, John Mayer, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, John Gorka

Sounds Like:

Beatles, World Party, Wallflowers, Fountains of Wayne, Squeeze, James Taylor, Paul Simon, Marc Cohn, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Peter Mayer, Patrick Loonan, John Gorka, Gerald Mischke, Chris Ales, REM, U2, Rolling Stones, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix, many more...