Mike Martinez' Music Defies Categorization, And That's How He Likes It

Mike Martinez’ Music Defies Categorization, And That’s How He Likes It

- February 4, 2022 -

On today’s episode, we’re going to meet Mike Martinez. He’s a guitarist and singer in Asheville. He also goes by the name Mad Mike. His band, Natural Born Leaders, rose to local fame last year when they performed during the racial justice protests. What makes Mike’s music distinct is his ability to blend genres and styles. It’s something that speaks to his roots – what he grew up listening to. But it also offers a glimpse of his vision for the future. Music without boundaries.

KRAMER BECOMES NEW PRODUCER IN RESIDENCE AT CITIZEN STUDIOS

- November 25, 2024 -

Citizen Studios is thrilled to welcome composer, musician, filmmaker, and multi-instrumentalist Kramer as our newest producer in residence. Kramer is the founder of the label Shimmy-Disc. In the 1980s & 90s, he produced hundreds of recordings at his Noise New York and Noise New Jersey… View Article

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CITIZEN VINYL NOW OFFERS SUSTAINABLE BIO-VINYL FOR RECORD PRESSING

- November 19, 2024 -

Citizen Vinyl’s pressing facility is excited to announce a sustainable option for both black and color vinyl moving forward. Bio-Vinyl from Plastchem is “the sustainable alternative for the best music experience.” Bio-Vinyl is made from 43% bio-ethylene, from sources such as used cooking oil and plant residues… View Article

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HI-FI NEWS AUDIOPHILE ALBUM OF THE YEAR — PRESSED AT CV!

- November 13, 2024 -

In its Yearbook 2024 issue, UK-based Hifi News named Dr. John Plays Mac Rebennack as its audiophile album choice for the year. The record, originally released in 1981, was reissued by Sundazed Music / Modern Harmonic in late 2023. Proudly pressed at Citizen Vinyl, the… View Article

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