Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Zito was immersed in the gritty sounds of the south side that would unknowingly become the groundwork of his future in music. Like the legends before him, music has coursed through his veins from the early age of five, when he began singing and performing. It didn’t take long for him to discover his instrument of choice – electric guitar – after receiving a Van Halen record for his birthday. His education and journey were just starting – little did he know he would find himself among such legends at a local guitar shop just out of high school. “Everyone from Chuck Berry to Bennie Smith came in that store,” Zito shares of his experience. “I soaked up the sounds of that store and began building my own style.”
Zito’s journey took off at the age of 19, when he busted into the local St. Louis music scene, developing his sound even further from the stage. His first independent release arrived in 1996, titled “Blue Room” which included raw and funky songs “Hollywood” and “Pull the Trigger”. His songwriting experience would break through on his sophomore release titled “America’s Most Wanted” in 1999. This album shares his pop sensibilities and intense guitar work. "Crazy People", "Deal Me In" and his own rendition of Elton John’s "Rocket Man" all set the pace to bring him into a national audience.
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Mike...new to your music. Great, great stuff I must say! Any suggestions as to how to find your previous work? Nothing to be found on amazon or ebay. Keep it tight, brother! rockon...Brian
Hope your gig here in Jax went well last night! I wasn't able to make it out but I dig your music. Keep up the great work! And if you ever need a photographer, let me know!
Hope you have a great weekend. All the best and nothing but in 2009!
WOW! You were on Fire last night. I was Lovin' Your Sound, was right there witcha'. So glad I found you. Wish I could attend the Jacksonville show tonight. Have lots of fun making your guitar sing too the audience. Hope to see ya soon. Your Fan & Friend, Tina
Ciao Mike, Thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your music a lot,and your stupendous voice. talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music. all the best.. from italy neal
My son Caleb asked me last night when you were going to come back to see him??? LOL!! I think he is getting spoiled. Couldn't Be with a Greater Guy though.
Sorry it took me so long to experience your talent! Sun. @ Earls Hideaway just blew me away... Won't miss another one of your shows when your back in the area. Peace & Love, Tina L.
Hey Zito. I think that you should make a trip up to Montana. I think that they would love you up here. All my Mike Zito cds are worn out. I need all new ones. Hope all is well. Nicki
Mike is on the newest BluzNdaBlood Show #73, Your Blues EKG! If this show doesn't get blood pumping, ya got no pulse! Check it out at: http://bluzndablood.com/Show73Details.htm
1 John Nemeth -Love Me Tonight 2 Blues Caravan -Guitars & Feathers 3 Aynsley Lister -Upside Down 4 Shemekia Copeland -Never Goin' Back 5 Susan Tedeschi -Back To the River 6 Fontaine Brown -Tales From The Fence Line 7 Guy Davis -Sweetheart Like You 8 Gary Moore -Bad For You Baby 9 Seth Walker -Leap Of Faith 10 Damon Fowler -Sugar Shack 11 Mike Zito -Today 12 Jorma Kaukonen -River Of Time 13 Rusty Wright Band -Playin' With Fire 14 Eric Lindell -Gulf Coast Highway 15 Soul Of John Black -Black John 16 Mitch Kashmar Live At Labatt 17 Cyril Neville -Brand New Blues 18 Louisiana Red -Back To The Black Bayou 19 Dana Fuchs -Live In NYC 20 Shirley Johnson -Blues Attack 21 Mavis Staples -Live: Hope At The Hideout 22 Bobby Jones feat. Mannish Boys -Comin' Back Hard 23 Webb Wilder -More Like Me 24 The Insomniacs -At Least I'm Not With You 25 Var. 55 Years of Delmark Blues
Really looking forward to seeing/hearing you in Sebastian, FL on 5/24! Love your Vocals & Playing style. SWEET! Thanks for coming to FL. Have a great time while your here. Best Wishes, Your Fan & Friend, Tina
Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Zito was immersed in the gritty sounds of the south side that would unknowingly become the groundwork of his future in music. Like the legends before him, music has coursed through his veins from the early age of five, when he began singing and performing. It didn’t take long for him to discover his instrument of choice – electric guitar – after receiving a Van Halen record for his birthday. His education and journey were just starting – little did he know he would find himself among such legends at a local guitar shop just out of high school. “Everyone from Chuck Berry to Bennie Smith came in that store,” Zito shares of his experience. “I soaked up the sounds of that store and began building my own style.”
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