Draft:Mike Beck

Mike Beck
BornMonterey, California
Instrument(s)Vocals, Guitar
LabelsReata Records
Websitehttps://www.mikebeck.com/

Born in Monterey, California, he is a frequent guest at the annual National Cowboy Poetry Gatherings in Elko, Nevada, where he lived for a time while working as a buckaroo on the Spanish Ranch for legendary foreman Bill Kane.[1]

Western Horseman Magazine named two of his compositions among the 13 greatest cowboy songs of all time.[2] He maintains close personal friendships with Ramblin' Jack Elliot and cowboy troubadour Ian Tyson, who passed away in 2022. [3]

He currently lives in Montana[4], and maintains an active touring schedule throughout the United States and Europe.[5] In addition to music, he continues to travel to teach traditional horsemanship skills, and is a well-respected horseman. [6]

  1. ^ Houk, Will (2023-03-11). "Western Performer's New Song Captures Nevada's Landscape and Spirit". Sierra Nevada Ally. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
  2. ^ "Roots Music Masters Series: Mike Beck". KUNR Public Radio. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
  3. ^ Thornton, Stuart (2006-12-07). "Mike Beck has the horses to match the hat, and his music is as real as he is". Monterey County NOW. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
  4. ^ "Interview with Mike Beck". Western Folklife Center. 2011-12-01. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
  5. ^ "Mike Beck -". 2023-11-25. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
  6. ^ Denison, Jennifer (2016-04-18). "Roaming Troubadour". Western Horseman. Retrieved 2024-11-12.