| Michael Ryther's Bio: "Where sexual angst, love and spirituality collide," says singer songwriter Michael Ryther when asked where he gets his inspiration. "And the people who take me there." A unique voice has arrived. Hauntingly melodic, Michael Ryther sings with an unabashed passion reminiscent of Jeff Buckley. Raised on 80s mavericks The Cure, R.E.M., The Smiths, David Bowie and the Violent Femmes, Michael Ryther's eclectic folk pop delivers a startlingly new sound. Something like Coldplay with the occasional frenetic drive of Green Day. Tender, honest and raw, his emotionally driven performances are converting hearts and minds at well known Los Angeles clubs The Whisky A Go Go, The Sunset Room, The Pig n' Whistle, Lulu's Beehive, The Joint, Sacred Grounds and The Knitting Factory. With shows both intimate and intense Michael has built an avid following. Michael Ryther’s debut CD, produced by Chuck Alvarez (The Emotions, Tim Weisberg) features an all star line-up including Blue Fiddle diva Lisa Haley (Brian Setzer, John Hiatt), keyboardist Barnaby Finch (Lionel Richie, Boz Scaggs, George Benson, Lee Ritenour) and percussionist David Leach (Ben Harper). Michael's twin brother, internationally known violinist David Ryther, also plays on the album. The cd was mixed by Dave Swanson (Dave Matthews, Blues Traveler, Sheryl Crow, Spin Doctors, Gov't Mule). Born in San Francisco to a family that also produced a professional trumpet player, Michael started writing songs at 15 as a way to cope with the death of his father and brother. "Too much was left unexpressed when I lost them." Michael says. "So I picked up a guitar and started singing."
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