Natural instincts breathe through Michael's instrumental guitar stylings as an extension of his heart and soul. His polished melodic style is textured yet unobtrusive. Borderless, innovative and well crafted, his songs have their own beautifully defined essence. Mucklow is a guitarist that isn't afraid to be adventurous.
If you like the relaxing music of William Ackerman, Tommy Emmanuel and Acoustic Alchemy then you'll enjoy my music too. The number one comment received most by listeners is "relaxing". The music is also described as soothing... healing... peaceful... ethereal... joyful.
NEWS...
7/5/08
I apologize to the folks on my mailing list for not getting out a ***Guitar Stylings*** newsletter for so long. I've been struggling to find a program that will work once installed. I've tried several but with no success.
6/6/08
The new album, '2nd Groove', will be released later in the year than originally planned. After meeting with my co-producer it was decided to rework a few of the songs so this recording can really shine.
August - October I will be touring through Utah, Idaho, Montana, Washington, Oregon and (Northern) California. If you know of acoustic music venues in your area then please send an email to venues for Michael. If you're interested in hosting a house concert then see the section below. See Schedule...
Kind words for...
'The View From Here'
"This CD is a lovely guitar instrumental, and I highly recommend it if you are fans of great acoustic guitar."
- Indie-Music.com
"Mucklow plays songs that require the listener to stop and take in each note, each phrase, each idea. You can tell that these songs come from some place deep within."
- Minor 7th
"A fingerstyle guitarist that knows how to pay attention to his art and deepen his craft."
- Midwest Record Recap
"More than background music, The View From Here is like an acoustic painting. It is music to contemplate by."
- BuddyHollywood.com
"Mucklow is a creator of atmosphere, with a soothing and relaxing setup which takes one on adventurous journeys of the unconscious mind."
- Bridge Guitar Reviews
'Clearly'
"...the listener can clearly appreciate the personal style of the artist...this is a beautiful album, intimist and melodic..."
- Amazing Sounds
"It is rare a CD lives up to its name as well as Michael Mucklow's Clearly"
- Rambles.net
"The guitar-focused Clearly, is one of those albums that is so good that it almost defies description."
- InnerChange.com
"Clearly is subtle, emotionally rich, textured yet unobtrusive. This is a project that warrants repeated listens."
- BuddyHollywood.com
"I would recommend this music to everyone that wants to take a break and enjoy your life from a different soundtrack."
- New Artist Radio
"I find your album has given a 'clear' and distinct voice in the wilderness of musical mayhem. I find it soft, thought-provoking, relaxing, and very enjoyable. Keep up the great work! Looking forward to more music from you - To God be the glory."
- Richard S.
Madison, USA
"Technically, musically and spiritually inspiring stuff. A most worthwhile purchase. There is something for everyone on this CD. Mucklow doesn't repeat himself from song to song, preferring to delve into many different styles which makes the CD playable again and again. All I can say is bring on the next CD!"
- Rod S.
Barnegat, USA
"A superbly assured inspirational music. I listened to "clearly" again and again and enjoyed every sound of it. Michael plays the guitar with an understanding, commitment and the touchness of reality. I loved it."
- Saleh G.
Simi Valley, USA
