Musikanto (Guitar/vocals)
Management/Booking
Matt Suhar
mattsuhar@yahoo.com
www.tantrummanagement.com
Influences
Francis Beacon, Egon Schiele, Lempicka, Bob Dylan, Beck, The Beatles, Ray Charles, Leo Kottke, Townes Van Zandt, Gram Parsons, Cat Power and most importantly; international warfare
Sounds Like
Recent Reviews:
"Musikanto will roll in from President-elect Barack Obama's old stomping ground Chicago. Musikanto has a twangy, country-influenced rock style that will be stuck in your head for days"
Vox Magazine (vol. 10 issue 44)
.................................................................................................................................
Musikanto is the latest alt-country, folk, Americana singer-songwriter to emerge from Chicago in recent years, joining the likes of Joe Pug, Tom Schraeder and His Ego and the now defunct Cracklin Moth. I had to name drop since they’ve all been through the studio to record live sessions. Musikanto was in the studio last week and his session is being mixed by Shirk as we speak.
The debut album Ghost Pain is an addictive twangy rock affair in the same vein as bands like The Old 97’s and Ryan Adams. The album is a solid effort from beginning to end and it’s accessibility will satisfy both the alt-country crowd and the more casual pop-rock aficionados looking for something catchy. He’s releasing it independently, but don’t let that fool you. No corners were cut and this guy can put pen to paper and write great songs that are backed by more than just an acoustic guitar. You’ll hear horns, piano and healthy backing vocals to jazz up his sound.
Formely performing around Chicago with the band Sleeper Car, Musikanto has set out to make a name for himself. Ghost Pain will do just that. Check back next week to hear the Musikanto live session.
Hearya 1/21/09
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Musikanto's debut album 'Ghost Pain" is an alt-country and Americana music lover's dream with lush melodies, thought provoking lyrics and breezy, uplifting vocals.
Musikanto set out on a solo career after growing up on and Chicago's northside and most recently performed with the Windy City's Sleeper Car. But with "Ghost Pain" it is clearly obvious that Musikanto was born to be a solo act. Musikanto's father enjoyed hard-to-find roots rock and folk music, and this influence shows. But Musikanto's musical style is an interesting amalgamation of the music his father loved combined with elements of soulful British rock, 90s pop/rock and Ryan Adams-style alt-country. This is a powerful and winning combination.
The album begins with the melodic "Misty Morning." For someone who has never heard Musikanto, the first song will be a revelation. The artist's name "Musikanto" might indicate the music is soul or R&B. Likewise, the cover suggests the music might be experimental rock - not the best album the Drive-By Truckers never made. That's why a publicity photo of a laid-back Musikanto with his shirt open strumming a cosmetically imperfect guitar is probably a better representation of the man and his music.
The second song on "Ghost Pain" is "I Ain't Your Rock" which deserves to be major radio hit. This track illustrates the best elements of Musikanto. You see, Musikanto's music will be eaten up like hot dogs at a Cubs game by the masses, but they lyrics and musicianship can be also be enjoyed, appreciated and disseminated by individuals who are more intense music aficionados.
The final song "I Know Something's Going On" is a beautiful ballad. Musikanto wrote every song on "Ghost Pain," and it's clear that this musician knows how to construct a ballad that touches the heartstrings of both men and women - a rare talent. "Atomic Walls" also showcases Musikanto's songwriting skill. But the best track on the album is the haunting "To See You One More Time." The vocal performance is understated and flawless. Plus, the music is stripped bare in a way that highlights the lyrics to maximum effect.
One of the best songs on "Ghost Pain" is the upbeat "Howl." Musikanto can rock a concert hall, and this track proves it. "Take It On Will," "Flowers And Stinging Bees," and "I Don't Even Know About It" all have anthem-like qualities and should also be fan favorites. "I'll Hold You Back" is one of Musikanto's most uniquely wonderful songs, and it succeeds mightily.
Musikanto's "Ghost Pain" is a towering achievement that is not easily compartmentalized into one or two genres. In these days of overly packaged pop princesses using harmonizers and studio wizardry, it is downright refreshing to bear witness to the debut album of an artist who strips his soul bare and presents it on a platter in such a melodic and compelling way. CountryChart.com
Musikanto is the spinoff of the series, Sleeper Car. After performing with the Chicago quintet for 3 + years, Musikanto has established himself as a prolific singer/songwriter. Born Mike Musikanto on Chicago's northside in 1983 (but performing under his last name), he grew up listening to his fathers obscure folk and roots rock records like Fraser and Debolt and Jerry Hahn. With a propensity towards heartbreaking ballads and melodic melodrama, Musikanto's songs have the bite of a Chicago winter. Celebrating elements of orchestral music, country and jazz, Musikanto manages to maintain the continuity of the American Folk tradition with undoubting ease. Musikanto offers a more mature perspective on arrangements and composition then ever before. With the lyrical weight of artists like Tom Waits and Elliott Smith, Musikanto's narratives rattle the core of the human spirit. Musikanto released his debut record called Ghost Pain in 2009
I got my layout at CleanupMyspace.com |Free Myspace Layouts I got my layout at Cleanupmyspace.com
We are an Independent film company who is trying to get a feature film made. We currently are raising funds with live performances and seeking sponsors for these events. To entice sponsors we are giving them Ad space on video’s of these shows. But we need to generate a massive number of hits on these videos to make them see the value.
The videos are actually pretty entertaining – and all we are asking of you is that you watch them. Possibly subscribe to the Station. It’s not much and they are fun to watch. What have you got to loose 15 – 20 minutes of boredom? So please just check them out. Leave a comment or two.
Hey and if you like them. Why not pass them on to your friends?
Hi, thanks for the introduction. This is wonderful muisc here...I really like your songs. Atomic Walls is a great tune! All best wishes and much success. LB
BELMONDOS @ DARKROOM 2210 W Chicago...SUNDAY AUG 9TH...
Doors open at 7pm...We play at 9:30pm...
Lolla After-party...$6 w/ password "Highlife for the Lowlife"
Thanks a lot for the add ! EletriKa sounds completely different from any Metal band you have ever heard. The Brazilian rhythms and the Portuguese language added to the songs makes its style unique, giving birth to a new kind of Metal. If you are really looking for something new about Metal, you should check EletriKa out!
Online Now!
![£leŦriKa {[|(NEW+TUNE=v3.1)|]} ╬BrazilianM£ŦAL](http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/65/s_cadcd4a383f748d499e192d847812ca1.jpg)
