Mike Hawkins

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Finishing his music degree top of his year, Mike was already heavily involved in the music industry. Priding himself of his courteous manor, professional attitude, and musical versatility, he is very easy to work with.

Previously been involved in countless live performances and recording sessions, and has played to audiences numbering into the thousands. Has worked with many notable musicians, including members of Jamiroquai, Van Morrison, Incognito, Acoustic Alchemy, and more.

Fast Freddie’s Fingertips (Absolute Records)
Band - Guitarist
Guitarist in the band playing along top musicians such as Frank Felix (Acoustic Alchemy, Gabrielle, Nelly Furtado), Geoff Dunn (Van Morrison, Incognito, Manfred Mann's Earth Band), Snake Davis, Lauraine Mcintosh (Jamiroquai, The Streets).

The Flirtelles (Absolute Records)
Band - Guitarist/Musical Director
Guitarist and band leader for the original girl group, with the song writing team of Frank Felix and "Fast" Fred Horton.

Murdoch’s Crazy Eyes (TD Music)
Band – Band leader/Guitarist/Backing Vocalist
Popular professional function band in Sussex and London, favourites on the "Walkabout" pub and "Butlins" circuits.

The Flip Flays
Band - Guitarist/Songwriter/Vocalist
Lead guitarist and co-writer for the up-and-coming originals band.

Signals At Breakfast
Band - Producer
Co-produced with Tom cory the self titled album by "Signals At Breakfast", recorded in Purple Studios, Norwich. (2009)

Claire Batchelor (Jam Central Records)
Session – Drums
Played drums on the album “Wish” for signed original UK artist Claire Batchelor. (2008)

Jehanne (Short Flim. Director: Nicolas Laborie)
Music to picture – Guitarist/Bassist/Composer
Collaborated with Claire Batchelor (Jam Central Records) to create a jazz/swing soundtrack for a short, 60’s French new wave style film. (2008)

Northbrook Theatre
Resident musician – Guitar/Drums/Bass/Keys/Vocals/Mandolin
Played in a large variety of music productions in any number of styles on a large number of instruments. (2002 - 2007)

Laura Warwick: Solo artist - Touring guitarist
Sophie Bradshaw: Solo artist - Guitarist/Producer on album “The Making of…”
Dysfunktional: Band - Drummer/Musicial Director
Blue Sunrise: Band – Guitarist/Backing Vocalist
Perfect Scoundrels (King Brilliant Records): Band - Guitarist
Once Over (Riot Music): Band – Drummer

*BA (Hons) - Music performance:
First
*HND - Music performance:
Distinction
*ND - Popular music:
Distinction

Suhr S3, PRS Custom 24, Fender '52 Tele, Yamaha SG 1000S
Stonebridge GS-22-SR, Godin A6
Cornford and Blackstar amps
Various pedals/effects

Ibanez RD500

Roland Juno-D

Sonor Force 3007 Jungle Kit
Zildjian and Paiste cymbals
Roland TD-12

Peavey CS4000, (4000W PA)
Behringer Europower PMP2000, (800W PA)
Wharfedale Monitors
Allen & Heath Mix Wizard 16 track desk
Various outboard equipment
Sure SM57's, SM58's and drum mic set.

• Public liability insurance
• Pro gear
• Own Transport
• Drum programming experience
• Good ear for vocal harmonies
• Interview experience (BBC Radio)
• Production experience
• Music to picture experience

Do You Have A Driving Licence?: yes