Biography
Mike Frank & Friends brings many different styles to the table, like electric/acoustic rock, acoustic rock, reggae, jam, blues, bluegrass, and just about anything else. The sound has been described in local area news publications as "very smooth and experienced". The sound of their originals tunes is different, yet familiar at the same time, and is great for dancing and singing along to, Their live performances include several improvisational jams, which sets Mike Frank & Friends apart from the rest, with their ability to play in the moment, and taking each song to a different place each time.
The band formed in the summer of 2008 to record "Yellow Rays" at Hilltop Studios in Bangor, PA. The debut album is a mix of acoustic songs that were written and performed by Mike Frank at local weekly Open Mic events throughout NJ/PA. The idea behind Yellow Rays was to put together an album with musicians found at these local Open Mic and jam sessions.
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After the recording of Yellow Rays, Mike Frank & Friends continued to play shows and write new music. Several songs from "Yellow Rays" are played on local college and public radio stations throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The album can also be purchased for download at several online web music outlets including iTunes, Amazon.com, and cdbaby.com.
Mike Frank & Friends continues to build their fan base throughout the tri-state area, and are currently in the studio, recording their sophomore album “You Take The High Road”, due to be released in 2011.
Biography text from Last.fm, available under CC BY-SA.