MER - guitars/vocals
Mel Washington - guitars
Mike Alongi - drums
Derek Berg - keyboards
Tom Galla - bas guitar
COLLEGE BOOKING:
Bass /Schuler Entertainment
4001 W. Devon Ave. Ste. 510
Chicago, IL 60646
Chris Schuler
chris@bass-schuler.com
LEGAL:
The Entertainment Law Office, P.C.
208 S. Lassale Suite 1400
Chicago, IL 60604
Hillel Frankel
hf@ent-law.net
Influences
Beatles, Paul Simon, Prince, Allman Bros. Band, Zeppelin, The Mars Volta, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Muse, James Taylor, Incubus, Neptunes, James Brown, Hendrix, Leo Koetke, Govt. Mule, Kanye West, John Scofield, St. Jermaine, Jackson 5, Indigo Girls, Brian McKnight, MMW, Soulive, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Victor Wooten, Tribe Called Quest, Procupine Tree, Usher, Elton John, Keller Williams, Frank Sinatra, Bill Withers, Doobie Bros., Eric Clapton, Phish, N.E.R.D., Kieth Urban, Michelle Camilo, Esthero, Queens of the Stone Age, Gypsy Kings, Billy Joel, CSNY, Black Crows, Stevie Wonder, The Police, Peter Gabriel, Sting, Jurrasic 5, Dream Theater, Fleetwood Mac, Rage Against the Machine, Radiohead, Van Morrison, The Roots, and much much more!
Passion, discipline, raw energy, and focused talent are what you'll encompass when you experience the music of MER.
"In a market place over saturated with corporate created talent, MER delivers a refreshing reminder that musicians with originality and heart still exist!" - CHICAGO TRIBUNE
"From the blueprint of singer/songwriter's like James Taylor comes the
artistry of MER. Armed with a Martin guitar and the wisdom of life's
tribulations his music is ready to be heard by all." - ABC7 CHICAGO
Based out of Chicago, MER began performing as a solo, singer songwriter in 1997. Through the years, MER expanded his sound by adding numerous musicians along the way. Mike Alongi [drums] has been an integral musician in defining MER’s music. MER and Alongi have been performing, recording, writing and arranging for ten years and the chemistry is evident. Whether it’s the full band five piece, duo, or solo arrangement, MER’s charisma is explosive!
For the last ten years, MER has been creating music that transcends many musical genres. MER’s eclectic taste in music has brought forth a "melting pot" of sounds consisting of pop, rock, funk, folk, Latin, and jazz. No matter what your musical flavor may be, you’ll find something in MER’s music to groove to. MER’s new LP, “Hand Written” [fall 2007], is a pop driven collection of songs focused on showcasing MER’s singer/songwriter roots.
MER has dedicated himself playing energetic live shows. MER's devotion to music has earned him the right to share stages with the Violent Femmes, Will Hoge, Better Than Ezra, Marc Broussard, Michael Tolcher, Brian Vander Ark of The Verve Pipe, Spin Doctors, 38 Special, Pat Green, Grammy nominated Liquid Soul, Fastball, Kill Hannah, John Wesley Harding, Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root, Ari Hest, Ekoostik Hookah, Virginia Coalition, The Pat McGee Band and many other national touring acts.
"Having worked with MER in several venues I can honestly say his live
shows are one of the most energetic and radiant performances that I
have seen. The enthusiasm pours off the stage and infects the crowd
as MER plays his set of original rock music infused with funk, soul,
and a classy attitude." - DUFF ENTERTAINEMENT
MER recently performed live at the House of Blues [Chicago, IL] on Friday, August 31st for an all ages event as they celebrate the release of the new, full length LP, "Hand Written". This album features songs such as "All I Want", "Solid Love", "Home" and "Here". Ranging from power pop to acoustic folk, "Hand Written" illustrates the pop sensability encompassed by MER's music. Order your copy now on ITUNES!
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Hey Stranger! Just wanted to stop by and say hello. I hope life is treating you well. I need to make it to a show soon...it has been way too long! Take care of yourself.
Aubrey and I are going to try and make it Friday after we get off of work...since we are going to be right up the street from ya!! We will see how the day goes!
Hey buddy! We had a great time at the elbo room thursday. thanks again for asking us to play. and sorry we couldnt stay for your set. im sure it was amazing as usual. Hope to see you soon!
thanks for always keeping my posted on your whereabouts, sorry i haven't made it out in some time. life got a little crazy... hope everything is wonderful and hope to see you soon!
Meerrrrrrr you little bitchya you...cant wait to see you tonight!! Cory and Lucy are coming and even my hubby Nick is making an appearance as Billy Ray Cyrus!!!
