Mike Thomas
Diamonds
Mike Thomas is steeped in tradition , with his songs described as “ eclectic country with a vintage vibe .” Growing up in Knoxville , Tennessee , Thomas came to Nashville in 2004 to become a songwriter but soon returned home so discouraged he gave up music - for the next ten years !
“ I didn ’ t listen to the country music of the day . I had no frame of reference for the types of songs publishers and artists were looking for . I was naïve and learned some tough lessons in those days .”
He used the next decade to start a family and a small business , and was shocked when a booking agency contacted him in 2017 - they had discovered some of his old demos and wanted him to come back to where he started .
When you listen to Mike Thomas , you will hear hints of Petty , Prine , and Haggard - the best way to describe the sound is " authentic "... his raw vocals coupled with his genuine writing style give his songs a nostalgic feel that listeners cannot help but connect with . Mix that carefully crafted lyricism with real-life stories , and fans both old and new are sure to find that the music resonates on a deep level .
The new disc
Diamonds ,
continues the comeback of Mike Thomas . Find out more @ mikethomas . com , and hear tracks from Diamonds on The Bear !
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