The Michael Gaither Duo at The Block

Michael Gaither is an award-winning songwriter based out of Santa Cruz CA. His songs alternate between the nostalgia of small-town life and the challenges of modern technology, along with a good helping of observational humor. (He had a narrow brush with standup comedy in a previous life.) Michael’s latest record of original material – his fifth – is “Welcome Back: A Collection.”

Onstage, Michael’s shows are a combination of his fun original tunes, stories with a backbeat and Americana with a small-town angle, along with songs by artists who’ve influenced him. He’s always entertaining with lots of audience engagement. Michael is available as a solo performer or as a duo/trio/full band with his “New Best Friends” ensemble. And as a supporting act, he’s opened for other artists including Steve Poltz, Eilen Jewell and Janiva Magness.