Musical Influences Mike’s musical experience: Country, Tejano, Gospel, Rock, Blues, and

Artist History About Mike Gregory:Mike Gregory was born in Robstown, Texas on June 2, 1950. Mike’s mother an accomplished pianist had a strong influence on Mike. His father has some musical talent and today is an accomplished writer. He also has three sisters who are all musicians. Mike began his piano studies at 6 years of age. By age 14, he was playing professionally in nightclubs. He received a college music scholarship and studied piano under Dr. Delgado-Cortes. He attended college for 2 years, studying music and art. Mike moved to Corpus Christi, Texas at 19 and started recording at Studio B where he met Sam Neely. During this time, Mike was recorded on Sam’s early demos. When Sam Neely went to Los Angeles to record his first album, Mike was asked to sit in on the recording sessions by Capital Records. He later returned to Los Angeles and played on Sam’s second album. The success of Sam’s albums was followed up with tours. Mike toured with Sam, and he played at home in nightclubs with Sam. In 1976, Mike and his wife moved to Houston, Texas, where he played for the group, Family Tree. While in Houston, he recorded for various people and eventually moved back to Corpus Christi in 1980. Upon his arrival in Corpus Christi, Mike immediately began playing with The Gary Davis Band. He played with Gary Davis for 3 years, and later began playing with the Little Ducks from Mars. Both bands were successful on a local level. He played with another group Wavelength Mike has been in demand for his music composition and arranging skills. One major Tejano label he composed and recorded for, was Hacienda Records. Mike has recorded with Lisa Lopez and with Freddie Fender numerous times.

Albums The Longing

Location Corpus Christi, Tx - USA

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