Anything from rock and country to blues and jazz. My favorites are Queen, Brad Paisley, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Charlie Parker, Classic Rock and Classic Country.
Movies
The Quiet Man, The God Father Series, A Christmas Story, Saw, The Untouchables..
Television
The History Channel, The Discovery Channel
Books
Autobiographies
Heroes
Brad Paisley, Brent Mason, Jerry Reed, Chet Atkins, Dan Huff, SRV, B.B. King, Albert King, Albert Collins, Robert Johnson, Brian May, Angus Young, Eric Johnson, Larry Carlton, Steve Lukather, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Vince Gill, Brian May, Jude Cole, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Bob Wills And The Texas Playboys, Joe Pass, George Benson, Lynrd Skynrd, Allman Brothers, Randy Roads, John Scofield...need I keep going?
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
Graduated: 1997
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: Music Education/Jazz Performance
Clubs: Franklin National Honor Society
1993 to 1997
College Of Dupage
Glen Ellyn, IL
Graduated: 1993
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Associate's Degree
Major: Music/Arts
About me: I've been playing in and around the professional music scene for 17+ years. My guitar work can be heard everywhere from The United States to South America and Europe to Japan. Former co-founder for Chicago Music Award nominee The Daniel Grove Band and original member of Frontiers recording artist Mecca,I am currently performing with the Kimi Hayes Band, Mason Rivers, Frontiers recording artists Pride of Lions and Jim Peterik. I have shared the stage and studio with many artists such as Dennis DeYoung (Styx), Johnny VanZant (Skynrd), Winger, Henry Paul (The Outlaws-Blackhawk), Kelly Keagy (Night Ranger), Spencer Davis, Rik Emmett (Triumph), Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon), Alan Parsons, Tom Keifer (Cinderella), Don Barnes and Donnie VanZant(38 Special), Mickey Thomas(Starship), Joe Lynn Turner (Deep Purple/Rainbow), Martha Davis (The Motels) and too many more to mention. I've always had a fascination with music. So much so that it became my way of life. I guess it chose me rather than the other way around. I enjoy playing all styles of music as long as it has soul, guitar, and even more guitar!! Oh did I mention that it has to have guitar? Don't forget to check out mikeaquino.com
Who I'd like to meet: I would love to meet all of my musical influences that have lead me through the incredible journey of this music life I live.
Hey Mike, Thanks for being on our cd. I'm so happy you were able to help us out and I love the work you did. I sure hope that little bird is right :) Jen
Hi, Mike! IOt's been a long time since the last conversation. And about Brazilian shows? Jimi Jamison sang here last month and it'd be a good idea to see pride OfLions too. This year Tony Martin and Joe Lynn turner.
Stopping in to say hello. My goal is to be one of your top friends one day! Is your cd ready and out yet?? Great songs, especially Your Side of Town. Hope you are having a great week! Take care Mr Aquino
