Music Style Electronic music with a large folk/pop influence.

Musical Influences Sam Phillips, Jonatha Brooke, Aimee Mann, Tori Amos, Radiohead, Garbage, Bjork, Sixpence, Ben Folds Five, They Might Be Giants, K's Choice, Self, Elliot Smith, Dar Williams, Julie Miller, Michael Penn, Jon Brion, Weezer, Neil Finn

Similar Artists I have been compared to Ben Folds, Duncan Sheik, Self, Billy Joel...I disagree with these in varying amounts. :) But see for yourself.

Artist History Mike Schmid was previously half of the brother/sister duo, Aggressive Little Juice Machine. They released the album, "Ten Assorted Flavors" in 1998. After winning several national awards, they disbanded and each went solo. Mike won numerous awards for songwriting during his time at Berklee College of Music. He graduated in 2001, and currently lives in Los Angeles.

Group Members Mike Schmid: writing, production, engineering, vocals, keyboards, programming, arranging, sampling and all the other stuff.

Albums Mike Schmid--the debut album, released in 2001. Twelve songs varying in styles...rock, a cappella, string quartet, pop...but always distinctively Mike.

Location Los Angeles, California - USA

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