MP3: Mike B
Scissorkick Exclusive!
Our first real live exclusive comes by way of my coworker Jeff, who introduced scissorkick to his insanely talented friend Mike B. Other than than Blue Note artist Raul Midon (who scats while playing Spanish guitar), I can't think of anyone who plays guitar while beatboxing, and although you may suspect overdubs, I've included a video of a live perfomance that will truly blow your mind. Mike jumps genres with ease, moving from a light samba to classical phrases played over frenetic breakbeats and although you may find that the stripped down tracks are on the minimal side, remember this is the unedited live product of a single person. Overwhelming skill almost too incredible to believe. And while its tempting to compare Mike B's one-man-band skills to online phenomenon McRorie, I think you'll find Mike's skills more palatable than the novel Canadian human drum machine. Seriously check out the video.
Mike's Web site is currently under construction, but you can email him at mbennett@wesleyan.edu for more bookings, merchandise and information.
Video
Mike B. :: Live in LA (23 MB)
Audio
Mike B. :: "Awakening"
Mike B. :: "Samba Invisible"
Mike B. :: "Pavane, Op. 50"
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