Mike Z

Guitar; Vocals    

Born and raised in San Francisco, Mike Z joined his first “working” band in high school. Although he started as a trumpet player (which he gave up because he couldn’t talk, let alone sing, while playing), he switched to bass, and then guitar.  Playing in Bay Area bands, he had the opportunity to back such acts as The Whispers, The Pointer Sisters, and Johnny Taylor. Bands he has performed with have shared the stage with acts such as Tower of Power, Santana, and Sly & the Family Stone.

Over the last 10+ years, Mike has taken a break from performing to raise a family. During that time he has focused on jazz guitar, but still loves the R&B and funky old soul music he grew up with, and is delighted to get the opportunity to play again with a group that can do it all … FUNKSWAY.

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