Bio

Mike Georgia is an audio and visual artist, musician, guitarist-for-hire, producer/composer, and educator.  Based in California, Mike has over two decades of experience in the music industry and has worked with a wide range of artists and musicians of various genres through gigging, composing and producing music.

 

Mike’s original music is inspired by many forms of instrumental music.  Electric guitar frequently takes the lead.   His compositions and styles are broad like the no-limits approach of progressive music of the 70's.  It can invoke imagery and emotions like a film score or symphony or be catchy and to the point like a good pop tune.

 

As a guitarist, musician, producer/composer and educator, he is well-rounded and open-minded.  Mike is highly attuned to the needs of his clients, and his expeditious approach to learning supports his ability to rapidly grasp new information and adapt to various scenarios.

 

Mike grew up in an artistic household and music became a major outlet for his creativity. In his mid-teens he was playing in bands, studying music from many resources, recording albums and playing in numerous local venues.  He graduated from Musicians Institute in Los Angeles where he studied with many accomplished musicians.  Mike co-authored a guitar curriculum that was provided with Fender products and distributed to Guitar Center stores nationwide.  He also authored content for Guitar Center’s music curriculum.

 

Some of the notable artists he has worked or performed with include: Keith Urban, Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, members of The Offspring, No Doubt, Steve Vai, Johnny Farina, members of Tower of Power, Gene Chandler, The Dubs, Billy Foster and the Medallions, The Heartbreakers, Rochell & the Candles, and The Chantels.

 

Mike is inspired by how music can connect people to their true essence and uplifts our hearts and souls.