Mike Farris (musician)

Mike Farris
Mike Farris performing at Antone's in Austin (2009)
Mike Farris performing at Antone's in Austin (2009)
Background information
Born1968
Winchester, Tennessee, U.S.
GenresBlues rock, gospel
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Guitar, harmonica
Years active1990–present
LabelsCompass Records
Websitewww.mikefarrismusic.com

Mike Farris (born c. 1968 in Winchester, Tennessee) is an American musician. He was the founder and lead singer of Screamin' Cheetah Wheelies but has been a solo act since 2001.[citation needed] He has put out four studio releases as well as a one live record as Mike Farris and the Roseland Rhythm Revue, as well as a charity EP as Mike Farris and the Cumberland Saints. His music is diverse but tends to be rooted in early American gospel and blues.[citation needed] He released the album Silver & Stone (featuring such esteemed musicians as Dave Lancio, Brother Paul Brown, Derrek Phillips, Gene Chrisman, Reese Wynans, and Joe Bonamassa) on September 7, 2018 to critical acclaim.[1]

  1. ^ De La Cour, Collins (September 7, 2018). "REVIEW: Mike Farris' New Album "Silver and Stone" Lights a Candle to Love, Art, and Collaborations". Americana Highways. Retrieved January 9, 2020.