Mike Stewart
Some of the songs posted here are multi-track or looped recordings that I did alone, others are with bands and friends with whom I've been fortunate enough to play over the years.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Started playing guitar when I was about 13 but it was never a primary focus until very recently, some 30 years later. Now I'm just trying to catch up. I currently play with various bands, but most often with Better Days.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I occasionally play live with different bands now and then. I like it, but not significantly any more so than I enjoy informal jams and band rehearsals. I play because I love the music. Live audiences are fun too, but certainly not my motivation.
Your musical influences
Willie Nelson, Josh Zee (Mother Truckers), Jake Mackey, Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower, David Grisman, Pink Floyd, Iron Maiden, Queen, and all things Zeppelin...
What equipment do you use?
Have used over the years...
ELECTRIC:
1983 - Gibson Sonex 180 Deluxe
1996 March (GC) - Fender Blues Deluxe
1997 March (HC) - Fender Prosonic
1999 September (JI) - Fender Blues Junior
2003 September - Mesa Boogie F30
2007 July - Carvin Bolt
2008 April - Mesa Boogie Express 5:25
2011 - Fender American Stratocaster
ACOUSTIC:
Taylor 814CE
Taylor GS Mini
Taka, Fishman Rare Earth Humbucking pickup
Martin D-16 RGT Custom
Yamaha FG-460S-12A 12-string
Jullian 1973 classical
