Mike Miller, peripatetic reviewer of CD's for Mudcat and The Philadelphia Folk Song Society and long time musician and performer in the Philadelphia/ New York areas has FINALLY put out a CD which samples and highlights his vast repetoire, and it is Mike to the life.

The CD, produced and issued by Range Records, is called "Legacy" and features a stunning cover (and a appearance as part of "old Friends") by Mike's long-time friend and un-indicted co-conspirator, Jerry Schurr, with thirteen songs which show Mike's various facets to perfection.

Mike is primarily known as a song-leader (a vanishing breed, I fear) and performer and the tunes selected for the CD show these abilities off completely. My dear wife, who (thankfully) singeth not a note, was even trying to sing along to the CD until I found the cork! This only shews the extraordinary ability he has to involve listeners in his presentation to the point that they become participants.

Some blues, some Yiddische, an authentic cowboy song and some traditional material presented as only Mike could do 'em make this an enjoyable and very desirable CD to get for your collection. As I said, it's just like having him in the living room with you.

Mike is also joined on the CD by meself (of whose performance the less said the better!) and other (more) talented backups, one of which (a young man of 17) may just become the next guitar whiz. Rich Meyer's mandolin is especially nice on several cuts.

A full website is in process of construction, but you can order one of these (or more!) at his CD order page.

For all those who know Mike and his music, this will be a real treat.... for those who don't yet know him, it's a chance to hear the Master of the Campfires plying his magic.

Don't miss this one!


Vince Brennan

vince@sosyourmom.com
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