My influences, chronological order are as such; The Monkees, Elton, Springsteen, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Van Morrison, Jackson Browne, James Brown and Otis Redding. When you hear me sing, I'm sure you hear a piece of all of these singers.
All of my CD's have very distinctive characters. None of them sound the same to me. I'm not sure if that is good or bad, it just is. My latest project, BETWEEN SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY MORNING is something I'm very proud of. My first book THE LONG RIDE HOME has received some nice response and I was proud to be able to write it. All of my records stem from the hundreds of records I bought as a kid. I'm fortunate to be able to still be performing and playing with great musicians.
Some favorite records of all time for me?
Elton John 11-17-70 and TUMBLEWEED CONNECTION
Springsteen's BORN TO RUN and THE WILD, THE INNOCENT AND THE E-STREET SHUFFLE
Southside Johnny's HEARTS OF STONE
Ray Charles COUNTRY AND WESTERN record
Joan Armatrading's WALK UNDER LADDERS
Van Morrison's LIVE AT BELFAST
Ry Cooders BORDERLINE AND BOP TIL YOU DROP
You get the point. I like singers and songwriters that can not only deliver in the studio, but give it all on stage. That is what I try to do every time I play
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I am a very lucky man. For the past two decades, I have performed on stages with some of the best musicians in the Twin Cities. I have played in clubs, street festivals, blues festivals, showcases and other venues around the country. I have written and recorded 7 original CD's and performed thousands of gigs.
Currently, my musical landscape is quite large. The Mick Sterling Band features 3 terrific musicians, Lisi Wright on Fiddle, John Wright on Bass and Acoustic Guitar and Brad McLemore on Guitar. We perform a lot of my original material, as well as songs from Springsteen, Morrison, Hiatt, Cash, Jones, Costello and many others.
In 2007, I created a band called MEMPHIS AND THE MEANTIMES, a 9-piece band that performs Sun Records and Grand Ole Opry songs, along with songs by Johnny Rivers, Everly Brothers and many others. This band features the spectacular Dan Neale on guitar, Peter Guertin on Piano, Jeremy Johnson on Acoustic Guitar, Lisa Wenger and Bobby Vandell on vocals, John Wright on Bass and Mark O'Day on Drums. This band performs festivals and clubs around the Twin Cities area. Go to www.myspace.com/themeantimesband to find out more
In 2008, my newest project THE IRRESISTIBLES begins. This band is a 9-piece Retro-Soul and R&B band that is quite simply, irresistible. It features the killer band of TOBY LEE AND THE HD'S as the band, Gus Sandberg on Sax and Zack Lozier on Trumpet. Along with my own vocals, I am sharing the stage with two new fresh faces, Cate Fierro and Shalo Lee.
I am also looking forward to the reunion show of the band that gave me any kind of name in town, MICK STERLING AND THE STUD BROTHERS on December, 20th, 2008. I know this band had an emotional impact on thousands of people in the Twin Cities. We look forward to getting together again for this show.
These bands are currently performing in clubs and private events. This is also a terrific band for corporate events.
I am currently producing events, booking bands and serving as a vocal gunslinger when called upon for different projects that require my vocals.
After two decades of performing, I'm still stimulated and very grateful for the opportunity to perform and that people still want to hear me sing.
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You & All of Your Friends Are Invited to Come Out to "The Bar Fly" Nightclub in Downtown Minneapolis on 711 Hennipen Ave on Friday Oct. 30th, 2009 for the "Dj Dance Party ExtravaGanza" for "Dj Eric James" Birthday Party.
Lot's of Special Guest Djs & Entertainers Will Be Djing & Performing for this Special Event.
Dj Eric James, Dj Hurricane G aka Pappy GaNuga, Dj Eve, Dj Swee2th w/ Simply Us Crew, Dj Snuggles, Shawn Skie, Mr. Jenkins aka Masta I, Greedy Gonzo, Tyree aka Xavia, Slim Dugan, & Lot's of Other Special Guests T.B.A.
This is an 18+ Event / 21+ to Drink - Dress Code Enforced So Dress to Impress
Show some Love & Support for Your Local Dj's & Entertainers, Spread the Word & Come Check it Out, Ok.
The "Magic Phrase" to Get in is: "Everything's Happy, When ya Dealin with Pappy"
Or Just Copy & Bring this Invite to Get in As Well.
Either Way, I Hope to See ya There !!!
www.BarFlyMinneapolis.com
Mark it On Your Calender, So ya Don't Forget. LOL
Fri.Oct.30th @ Bar Fly on 711 Hennipen Ave in Downtown, Mpls.
Hey i want to let you, and all my friends with whom i visit, that i always enjoy stopping by, even tho it's my bad i don't always get around to leaving a comment. But this time, i was thinkin bout how my mom taught me better. When u enter a room, u supposed to speak first to the people there, they not supposed to have to speak first lol.I also want to let you know that after a lot of hard work my next album will release online and on amazon on demand on Oct 10th which is pretty exciting. U got a cool spot, and i hope your year is shaping up better than last year. Our life is supposed to get greater and greater right? Well let me know how everything is going with your goals for this year! ttyl
Jacob's Lounge in HALLS, TN has the BRAND NEW PARTY ROOM open complete with stage and Air conditioning!!! Come ROCK OUT with AUDIO SUICIDE on JULY 11, 2009 from 9pm 'til 1am!!! This is gonna be one HELL-OF-A-PARTY!!!! ROCK ON!!!!
Just showing you some love and respect. I'm hoping you can download my new mixtapes for free or buy my albums or a song off of I-TUNES i have record companys looking at me hard i'm looking for my true fans and supporters.
Mick, Hi Mick! Hey...I remember a few years ago (OK, maybe a lot of years ago) that you were working on some kind of musician insurance thing. Anything ever transform from that?
Hello! Mark your calendar!! If you dont know, I play for a blues artist named Bernard Allison & we will be performing at the fifth annual Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues Festival that will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2009, from Noon to 10:30 p.m. at Peavey Plaza in Downtown Minneapolis (outdoors at 11th St. and Nicollet Mall)
Bernard Allison is performing on the main stage at 7:00 – 8:30 PM
The Band includes:
Bernard Allison - (Lead Singer, Guitar)
Bruce McCabe - (Vocals, Keyboards)
Jose James - (Vocals, Sax, Percussion)
Jassen Wilbur - (Bass Guitar)
Erick Ballard - (Drums)
The festival is free to the public. More information is available at www.famousdaves.com/bluesfest or the Festival Hotline at (952) 294-1299.
Bernard Allison is a National/ Internationl performing band & this is the only time in 2009 that you can catch our concert in the Twin Cities & I'd like for you to come to the show & eat some BBQ!!
Tonight sounds simply irresistable to me, too. But, alas, I have a date with a very handsome two foot tall dude who prefers lullaby's at this point. One of these nights I'm gonna catch you again! Oh, I also wanted to tell you I was ROFL... with that bag o' bees headline!!! Have a great time, Mick xo Sher
Hello
<br />Thanks so much for your friendship it’s a real pleasure for me- I am very impressed by your profile – wow really amazing stuff. Currently I am pretty excited as I have just now released my first solo double album “An Ocean Of Dreams”. It would be a real honour and pleasure for me if you could give it a listen and if you have some time leave me a comment with your thoughts about my baby.
<br />I say thanks in advance and wish you a beautiful day
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c u in cambridge for bily and elton .. riche manderfeld @ ps adored your latest pioneer w kb alison the ladies and uuuuu incredible @ the band too """!!"""
Hey Mick! I hope this finds you well. There's lots of exciting stuff going on right now! I just wanted to let you know we've got some new songs, and pictures up on my page. Also we're starting to get some air play all across the United States. Stop by my blog section to find the request lines to the stations in your area. Do you think you could help us out by calling the request line and demanding one of our tunes?!? Let me know how things are going with you. I hope all is well! Talk to ya soon! -Jeff"
Hi, <br /><br />Find more of my compositions ,<br />I’m member of : the b-AA-d network<br /><br />Site dedicated to music and musicians<br /><br />With all my friendship<br /><br />Larry<br />
O my god, don't even get me started on those defenseless doe-eyed little deers! Ahahaha. Soon Mick, soon! I miss you all and love ya! Everything in my world makes no sense and I'm lovin it!
