michaelisla
CONTACT

SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist, Rhythm Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Other Percussion, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Electronic Music.

ABOUT

Michael Isla is an eclectic musician that has been performing for over 25 years. He is currently the lead guitarist for the modern country band 23 Southbound. In addition to his busy band schedule, Michael also plays in a acoustic duo with the lead singer of 23 Southbound, has a flute and classical guitar duet, and performs solo classical guitar for corporate functions, weddings, and special events.

Michael is available for recording, performing, songwriting, and other various collaborations with steel string guitar, classical guitar, and electric guitar.

Currently, Michael is seeking highly trained musicians for a self titled progressive rock instrumental project. He is seeking a keyboardist, drummer, and bassist who hold degrees music or are experts in their fields.

Screen name:
michaelisla
Member since:
May 21 2016
Active over 1 month ago
Level of commitment:
Touring
Years playing music:
25
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
2-3 times per week
Available to gig:
2-3 nights a week

Influences

Led Zep, Steve Vai, Richie Kotzen, Bach, Tool, Paco DeLucia, Carlos Santana, Kiko Lourerio, Paul Gilbert, Jimmy Page, Robin Trower, Van Halen, Joe Bonamassa, Rodrigo and Gabriela, Astor Piazzolla, Joaquin Rodrigo, and many others.

Instrument experience:

Rhythm Guitar:
Expert
Lead Guitar:
Expert
Acoustic Guitar:
Expert
Other:
Expert

EQUIPMENT

Fender American Strat Deluxe Plus
Ephiphone Les Paul
Michael Isla Signature Model Simpson Electric Acoustic
Thames Spruce Classical Guitar
Hughes and Kettner Switchblade 50 watt combo
Fender Mustang III
Fulltone OCD
Wampler Ego Compression

MUSIC