Location : Jamaica, Queens, NY, USA

Band Members :

Band Biography :
Every once in a while there comes a talent that cannot be ignored. He grew up
listening to the legends: Stevie, Luther, Michael, and Donny to name a few.
Today he’s ready to hold his own with his contemporaries: Musiq, Maxwell, Usher,
and Anthony Hamilton. His interpretation of songs is impressive. His vocal range
is astounding. His energy on stage is contagious. His name is Mike Hammond. At
the age of three in the Hollis area of Jamaica Queens, this local celebrity
started singing in the Blanche Memorial Baptist Church’s Tiny Tot Choir under
the direction of his aunt. In this choir is where Mike got his first lessons on
breathing techniques, diction… and patience. Being picked over for solos made
him want to lead even more. He finally got his chance with a song written just
for him by his Aunt Stella called “Nobody”. Sunday morning came and little Mike
was ready. The choir started to sing and in came this little voice with such a
presence, such power. It was on that Sunday morning that Mike, the singer, was
born. When family members found out there was a singer in the family, influences
came from every where. From Gospel with an auntie and soul music from uncles, to
Doo-Wop music from Dad and his Mom playing a wide variety tunes daily, Mike came
to appreciate all facets of music. Growing up he’d perform all along the east
coast in church programs, talent contests, shows, pageants and festivals. Then
at the age of 11, Mike was invited to perform on Hollis Stones’ debut album
“Welcome to My World” where he sang lead on a number of tracks. Then a year
later he was asked to take part in Hollis’s sophomore project “White Soul.”
Though both projects didn’t go much farther than the New York City area, Mike
enjoyed the experience and knew he wanted to record a project of his own
someday. Through the years, Mike has toured the U.S. and Europe extensively and
has had the opportunity to share the stage with Gladys Knight, Billy Joel, and
Patti Labelle. His travels have taken him to the Caribbean and even to Africa to
perform for the Royal family of Morocco. He has opened shows for Jennifer
Holiday and Cathy Sledge of Sister Sledge. He has also recorded with 50 Cent,
Incognito, and DJ Roger S just to name a few. His self-titled solo album is a
culmination of years of hard work and dedication to his craft. Being a prolific
writer and daring vocal arranger, Mike has worked with the hottest new producers
and seasoned musicians to create a project that stands apart from the rest. Mike
Hammond is ready. Are you?

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Band Website : http://www.mikehammond.net
Contact Email : info@mikehammond.net