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Michael Burks

"Outrageous tone, explosive solos and soulful vocals...with a Gibson Flying V in hand, he exudes energy... part rock, part soul and plenty of blues" - Blues Revue

Like a freight train rolling through the night, guitarist/vocalist Michael Burks plows through the blues with relentless power and a full head of steam. Boasting remarkable natural talent, deep-rooted soulfulness and driven by an intense, blue collar work ethic, Michael has earned well-deserved national recognition and become one of the blues world's fastest-rising stars. Although he was a W.C. Handy Award nominee for Best New Artist in 2000, Michael is a seasoned veteran in every sense. His first gig came at the age of six, when, during a trip to his family's home town in southern Arkansas, the fledgling Burks took the stage with his cousin's band and thrilled an unsuspecting audience. Today, each live performance is a testament to Michael's 30-plus years of playing the blues. "A master showman," raved Blues Revue. "(Burks) may be the next Luther Allison." His hard-driving fretwork, poignant vocals and captivating showmanship have ignited a legion of fans, as audiences from coast to coast can't help but jump on the Michael Burks train.

Michael Burks teams up guitarist/organist LUCKY PETERSON for a set on the e Hoodoo Moon Blues Cruise July 2, and on the festival stage July 3.