Michael Houser

Michael Houser
Michael Houser
Background information
Birth nameMichael Houser
Born(1962-01-06)January 6, 1962
Boone, North Carolina, U.S.
OriginAthens, Georgia, U.S.
DiedAugust 10, 2002(2002-08-10) (aged 40)
Athens, Georgia, U.S.
GenresSouthern rock, blues rock, jam rock
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, guitarist
Years active1986–2002
LabelsWidespread Records, Capricorn, Sanctuary, Landslide Records, Supercat Records
Websitewidespreadpanic.com

Michael Houser (January 6, 1962 – August 10, 2002) was a founding member and lead guitarist of the band Widespread Panic. He appeared on seven studio albums during his 16-year tenure with the band from 1986 till 2002. He is also featured on 4 live albums by Widespread Panic as well as several archive releases, live video concerts and compilations. Two solo albums by Houser were released posthumously.