Since emerging on the Portland acoustic music scene in 1997, the four-woman band, Misty River, has earned an enviable reputation as one of the finest, most entertaining bands in the Pacific Northwest. Misty River blends folk, bluegrass, country, Celtic and original music into a seamless and highly distinctive Americana sound that has entranced thousands of fans. Whether performing at a... read full bio
Missy Raines is an American bluegrass musician, bassist, singer-songwriter, and teacher. Raines is from Short Gap, West Virignia and as a teenager she began playing bass professionally and touring. She has since gone on to work alongside artists such as Mac Wiseman, Peter Rowan, Laurie Lewis, and many more. Over the years, Raines has been a member of the progressive... read full bio
Miranda Lambert is an acclaimed singer and songwriter. The country artist pursues her career in a solo format as well as a member of the Pistol Annies, alongside Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley. Lambert has been honored with a Grammy Award, Academy of Country Music Awards acknowledged as ‘Female Vocalist of the Year’, and Country Music Association Awards. Her debut... read full bio
Mipso, a young bluegrass group from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, has gained attention for their innovative fusion of traditional string band music and contemporary influences. Their distinctive sound is characterized by entrancing close harmonies and a novel take on the genre. Mipso quickly attained notable milestones, such as signing with Robust Records and regularly selling out performances at Carrboro's famed... read full bio
Mindy Smith became an overnight sensation when she contributed to the Dolly Parton tribute album, Just Because I'm a Woman. She began winning awards, appearing on national TV, inspiring critics and artists to sing her praises (and her songs), and riding the momentum of One Moment More, her Vanguard debut. But when she wasn't accepting Best New Artist honors from... read full bio
Miles Miller's unwavering groove and feel to his seamless high lonesome harmonies are sure to be familiar to fans of the country, Americana and bluegrass genres. He established himself as the lone drummer for the country/Americana renaissance of the previous ten years by recording and touring the world with musicians like Sturgill Simpson, Tyler Childers and Town Mountain. It was clear Miles was... read full bio
Miko Marks story starts out like many country artists with a dream. In 2003, she packed her guitar up and went to Nashville to begin her professional music career. Almost 20 years and two studio albums later, she’s been earned titles like “Nashville’s Hottest New Country Star” while being included in CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2022. From... read full bio
Mike Ryan is a talented singer and songwriter who is renowned for his capacity to create songs that expertly combine text and melody, giving each piece life. Many would say that despite his humble admission that he still has much to learn about writing, he has already established himself as a talented musician. Ryan's distinctive voice, which is distinguished by its... read full bio
Early in Mike Reid's career, music was one of the last things people thought about. Even though he had received a music degree from Penn State, it was his extraordinary football talent that made him famous. He was chosen as an All-American, awarded the Outland Trophy as the nation's top collegiate lineman, selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first round of the... read full bio
Mike Farris' music merges traditional black gospel, '70s Stax soul and southern blues. Known for his soul-bearing stage performances, Mike became a music sensation. HIs first critically acclaimed album Salvation in Lights was the first time people around the country heard the blend of gospel music and New Orleans sounds. Farris earned the Americana Music Association's New & Emerging Artist... read full bio
Mike Archer decided to relocate to Kentucky in order to find inspiration in the lifestyle of a small town. His debut solo concert took place in 2003 at the Two Roads Cafe in Danville, Kentucky. Mike was warmly greeted, and I still prefer performing in more intimate settings where I can engage with my audience. Even the opportunity to try his... read full bio
When Mike Harmeier started Mike and the Moonpies, he was still in his early 20s. They were the epitome of a workingman's country band from the beginning, honing their craft with five-hour concerts on Austin's dancehall circuit before taking their music throughout the nation. They flew their flag everywhere from Abbey Road Studios, where they recorded Cheap Silver & Solid... read full bio
Bluegrass music is fundamentally about what happens when you give in to the moment. The fun of improvising keeps the music interesting, and it keeps the players on their toes to come up with ideas as they go. The self-titled album by Mighty Poplar, a brand-new all-star roots ensemble with Andrew Marlin of Watchhouse, Noam Pikelny, Chris Eldridge, bassist Greg... read full bio
Midnight River Choir's formation was nothing short of a force of nature, which now communicates flawlessly throughout their live presentations. Labels and comparisons are unnecessary for this band. Their music says a lot about who they are and what they stand for. Their lives have been intertwined by a powerful thread of energy both on and off stage. That energy... read full bio
There is a lot of chest-thumping going on in Nashville these days, and because heart and soul have been replaced by bravado and swagger, you would almost expect some of the male stars of country music to have some bruises on their bodies. This is precisely what makes Midland, which consists of three close friends and is based in Dripping... read full bio
American alternative country-rock band Micky and the Motorcars has been enthralling audiences with their moving lyrics and contagious tunes. The Idaho-based band, which was started by brothers Micky and Gary Braun, has a devoted following because to its genuine sound and thrilling live shows. The Braun brothers developed a great appreciation for the rich narrative history of country music while growing... read full bio
Mickey Jones has enjoyed considerable success in the music business both as a musician and a singer. In the past few years he has added acting to his already outstanding credits, having been featured in numerous guest star roles in hit TV shows such as ... read full bio
The American country music performer Mickey Guyton. Guyton, who was up in Texas, was exposed to a variety of musical genres at a young age; as a result, her music incorporates aspects of modern country and RnB music. 2011 saw her move to Nashville, Tennessee, where she later agreed to a recording deal with Capitol Records Nashville. The label released... read full bio
Michelle Wright is a Canadian country artist who has become a widely recognized female country singer in the 1990’s. Her music career started in a band in 1983. Michelle and her band signed with Savannah Records and soon released her debut single “I Want to Count on You”, the song was a hit and peaked at No. 48 on the... read full bio
Christian singer Michael W. Smith has a record deal with Meadowgreen Music. He was able to pen numerous gospel successes at the record company for notable performers like Sandi Patty, Amy Grant, and Bill Gaither. Smith was working with Amy Grant when he soon started opening for her and started work on his debut album. The solo project, titled "The... read full bio
