Mike Burke
Mike Burke
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About Mike Burke
Mike Burke's love for music began at age 5, when his Mom signed him up for Piano lessons. Sensing his natural abilities, she began renting him instruments and Mike learned to play the Sax, Violin, Cello, Drums, Harmonica, Guitar, and others on his own. Mike loved writing, singing, and playing music throughout high school and college, and everyone else loved listening. His friends and family were always amazed at how easy and natural he made everything look. From his vocal range, to his ability to hear a song and play it back on any instrument, he certainly has a rare gift. At Quinnipiac University, he garnered a loyal following as he played throughout the bars and clubs on campus. After college, Mike went straight to NYC to work an 80-hr week finance job. Despite music being forced to the back-burner, he continued to practice and play well-known venues such as Kenny's Castaways, Bitter End, and Rockwood Music Hall. His songwriting ability captured the attention of many, and his musical abilities were showcased on his first EP, Appleyard Lane, released in 2010. In 2011, to everyone's delight, Mike moved to Santa Monica, CA to pursue his musical passions full-time. In a short-time, he's already booked and played well-known Hollywood venues such as Whiskey-a-Go-Go, Key Club, and The Roxy. Taking in a range of influences such as Ray Charles, The Fray, and Bob Marley, Mike Burke has created a melodic blend that soothes the soul. He plays music because it is what makes him happy. Luckily, others seem to enjoy it as well.
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