Biography

Michael-Ann~~ started her musical journey at an early age. Her best memories are from visiting her friends musical family in the Ozarks of Missouri. It was there she learned to play guitar with strings 1/2" off the fret. (A painful but rewarding experience)... She would go every weekend and savor the flavor of down home hospitality and song. Each weekend included a musical performance with various members of the extended family. She then decided she wanted to dip her toes in the waters of Nashville. Several record labels were interested in her music; but she chose to travel overseas first to broaden her life experience. Since returning to the States, she has been involved with various productions including: New York's "Woody Guthrie's American Song"- (a touring show about the life of Woody Guthrie), and has had featured original music in the play: "Sweet Bye and Bye".
Now living in Los Angeles, she has been seen singing with the likes of: Ricky Skaggs, The Rainmakers, the Ravens, and has been heard singing on several music compilations as well. Michael Ann has opened for: Paula Nelson in Kansas City, Blake Shelton, and has most recently opened for: Joan Osborne, Don McLean, and Mark Chesnutt. She has performed with her band at various clubs including: The Coach House , The Saban Theater, Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, The Canyon Club, The Hotel Cafe, The Viper Room, Ranch Party, Room 5, Genghis Cohen, and Three of Clubs. Her new release "Heavy Load" is already receiving airplay on several radio stations internationally as well as nationally. Stay tuned for more exciting developments in the works!