Treanscript from an Interview with Mike Skliar
Mike Skliar is a New York City singer and songwriter, whose topical and timeless songs and quirky individual style have earned him a regular audience and radio play in the New York area.
Mike has two CDs for sale on CD Baby: the new "Ship Of State" and his first release, 2004's "Mike Skliar" (also available on iTunes and Amazon). Plays as solo, duo with Ken Ficara, groups with others. plays guitar, mandolin, dobro, and a few other string instruments. writes variety of songs, some timeless, some topical, some funny, some serious,.. but hopefully always entertaining. website at www.mikeskliar.com for more details..
Why this name?
It's my name! Sometimes I've played under the name 'mike skliar and the liars' as well
Do you play live?
Yes.. these days, regular once every month or two at the underground lounge in manhattan on 107th st and broadway..
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
Alot!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Sure, tho I doubt they're breaking down my door to do so!
Your influences?
Influenced by everyone from Bob Dylan, Beatles, Jerry Garcia, Richard Thompson, Loudon Wainwright III, John Prine, Frank Sinatra, Allen Sherman, Tom Lehrer, Elvis Costello, you-name it!
Favorite spot?
New York City!!!
Equipment used:
Taylor 814 ce limited edition and guild d-35 acoustic guitars, flatiron mandolin, beard dobro, and more...
Anything else...?
Check out my website at www.mikeskliar.com as well as links thru website to purchace a cd from cd baby.. thanks!
- Mike
Official Website: http://www.mikeskliar.com
MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/mikeskliar