SEEKING
Band to Join.ABOUT
Hello my name is Michael "Hurricane" Howe. I started banging on the drums in diapers and played at my first jam session on drums at the age of 3. I've had the pleasure of being exposed to many fine musicians my entire life. I started fooling around with the Bass when I turned 11. And eventually found my passion for lead guitar when I was 13.
When I was about 15 I played bass in a variety band with my father and a drummer. We played all the local am vet, American legion, and VFW post around west Michigan. Soon as I turned 18 and could get into bars and clubs I started playing lead guitar for the Fatt Lapp blues band out of Grand Rapids. I was with them for 5 years until I got my first touring gig with Blind Pig recording artist "Harper". .harper.biz
In 2009 I spent 13 months on the road with Harper. I preformed just over 310 shows all over the US, Canada, and made 2 trips overseas. I've preformed in Belgium, Ireland, France, and England.
After working with Harper I moved into a different scene in the Mid-West. I spent about 2 and a half years playing bass for Country Rocker Kris Hitchcock. I recorded a cd in Nashville with him as well as played 250+ shows a year all over the midwest. After playing bass for a while I was itching to play some lead guitar again..
In 2012 I went back on the road with Harper. I've been back with him for just over 2 years now and I recently found out my girlfriend back home is expecting a boy! So this is a bit of a game changer. Now that I'm heading into my 30's I choose to get off the road and look for something to do more locally. So I can spend some time home with my baby Boy!
I'm looking for a solid blues project where I can play some lead guitar. I'll do about any style of music, bass or guitar, for just fill in work to pay the bills. But my passion is in blues guitar. Get a hold of me if you think I'd fit in your project.
For more information and pictures, check out
./blueskid14
- Screen name:
- Blueskid14
- Member since:
- Feb 19 2007
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Touring
- Years playing music:
- 14
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
- Most available:
- Days
Influences
The Blues greats!
BB King, Albert King, Freddy King, Albert Colins, Buddy Guy, Chris Cain, Ray Charles, Robert Cray, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, SRV, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Reed
..The list goes on..
Instrument experience:
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Expert
- Lead Guitar:
- Expert
- Bass Guitar:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Tenor:
- Advanced
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Advanced
- Background Singer:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
I have a solid arsenal of guitars to use for any project. My main axes would be a PRS CE 22 for guitar, and a Musicman Stingray 5-string for bass. I have plenty of amps to choose from as well..
I also own 3 complete drum kits, big and small pa setups, as well as a practice space. I've even put together a kick as Home Recording studio. I have what ever is needed for a gigging or recording project.
MUSIC
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Funky Blues Jam!
Funky Blues Jam! Genre: Blues
This is a funky little jam track I recorded on my computer. I'm playing Bass, all the guitar parts, and the keyboard parts. The drums are just a simple loop I found somewhere on the net. Enjoy!
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Low Down Dirty & Bad
Low Down Dirty & Bad Year: 2010 Genre: Blues
A track my buddy and I recorded in my basement. I'm playing Lead/Rhythm guitar, Drums and Singing. My buddy is playing bass.
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I just wana make love to you
I just wana make love to you Track number: 2 Year: 2010 Genre: Blues
Here's another track my buddy and I recorded. Again I'm playing Lead/Rhythm Guitar, Drums and singing. My buddy is playing the bass.
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I seen It - Asamu Johnson Project
I seen It - Asamu Johnson Project Track number: 6 Year: 2010 Album: Blues you can use Genre: Blues
I'm playing all the lead guitar on this track.
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Harper - I'll go Home / Just what you're looking for. (Video)
Harper - I'll go Home / Just what you're looking for. (Video)pc9Cx3yB_JA
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Harper - Give me the Money (Video)
Harper - Give me the Money (Video)S5hTNWQYuWg
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Harper - Big Brown Land (Video)
Harper - Big Brown Land (Video)3avSo6Rli9I
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Sweet Taters n Possume Meat - Asamu Johnson Project (Video)
Sweet Taters n Possume Meat - Asamu Johnson Project (Video)AyaktsFSY5E
CALENDAR
Past Events
Gig with the Asamu Johnson Project
Gig with Asamu Johsnon project
Worship for young adults. Rock Harbor. Drums
At Fairhaven Ministrys in Jenison, MI. Show starts at 7pm! Come check out some wonderful southern gospel music! Lead Guitar
Fair Haven Sunday Worship Celebrations. Bass Guitar
Worship for young adults. Rock Harbor! Drums
Gig with the Asamu Johnson Project. Lead Guitar
Gig with the Asamu Johnson Project. Lead Guitar
Fair Haven Sunday Worship Celebrations. Lead Guitar
Show starts at 7pm! Come on down and enjoy some southern Gospel Music! Acoustic Guiar
Worship for young adults. Rock Harbor! Lead Guitar
Fair Haven Sunday Worship Celebrations. Lead Guitar