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Mike Armando was the guitarist for Screamin' Jay Hawkins during the 1970's. ( I Put A Spell On You). In 1976 Screamin' Jay Hawkins suffered facial injuries when he was burned by one of his flaming props while performing with Mike at the Virginia Theater in Alexandria, Va. During the concert Screamin Jay Hawkins had to be rushed off stage. Jay kept Screamin' to Mike “keep on playing”. Mike shared the stage with major musical acts such as 5 Satins, Critters, Marvelettes, Bobby Lewis, Velon’s, Scott Mckenzie and many more. He has performed at the Iridium in NYC. His music has been played throughout the U.S and in Europe. Mike has contributed his Screamin' Jay Hawkins touring experiences in the book I Put A Spell On You: The Bizarre Life of Screamin' Jay Hawkins written by author Steve Bergsman, published by Feral House.
Mike has produced 15 CDs on the mja Record label with such artists as Grammy award winner Fred Lipsius, from Blood Sweet & Tears, Nancy Monroe, David Allan Gross, Chris Clark, Pat Morrissey, Artt Frank. One of the tracks from Fred Lipsius, mja release "Better Believe It" was released and distributed throughout the world on MCA Records. Mike produced many of Artt Frank's recording's. Artt was the drummer for the late great Chet Baker. Artt was inducted into the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame on November 16, 2010. Mike Armando was the producer for all of Artt;s three CD's.
Mike has worked with other great musician's in his recording and musical career with the likes of Eddie Gomez, Marcus McLaurine, Michael Cochrane, Mike Stern, Ra-Kalam Bob Moses, David Allan Gross. Ra-Kalam Bob Moses has recorded on two of Mike Armando's latest CD releases, In The Moment and The Countdown. One of Mike's first recording, Half Steppen" was rated the top ten radio playlist records in BillBoard Magazine. Mike Armando has worked with Actress Sharon Stone with drummer Artt Frank on his mja Records release, Waltz for Sharon Stone. Mike was also the producer for that CD.
ANDREW GOLBA
Andrew Golba a bassist living in New York City has been on the jazz / blues music scene for many years. He has performed at many of the top jazz clubs including the Iridium with jazz blues guitarist Mike Armando. Andrew can be described as a jazz bass adventurer. He plays it all. Jazz, blues, soul, rock, metal no matter what music you throw at him he can play it. Many are Impressed with Andrew’s bass lines, rhythm and solid time. He doesn't waver.
Andrew has recorded with drumming great Ra-Kalam Bob Moses on the CD “In The Moment”. He has done many recording sessions in and throughout the New York City area. He has performed and toured from New York City to Texas with the Rob Balducci Band performing at the Bitter End in New York City and the Sellersville Theater in Pennsylvania & more.
MICHAEL FOX
Equally comfortable anchoring a tight studio rhythm section or driving a high-energy live performance, Michael's diverse musical vocabulary spans across blues, rock, jazz/funk, and contemporary soul. His early, rigorous classical training in mallets under Jim Price instilled a precise melodic sensibility that sets his drumming apart, allowing him to seamlessly adapt to the intricate arrangements of legendary vocal groups and raw, improvisational blues trios alike. Known for his flawless timekeeping, dynamic control, and deep groove, Michael continues to be a highly sought-after collaborator for international touring acts and studio productions. Whether performing in intimate jazz venues or on major festival stages, his extensive background and unwavering professionalism make him an invaluable asset to any musical ensemble.