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Mike Prigodich
- Portland, OR
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- Where are you located?
- Portland, OR
- What is your affiliation to the Jazz World?
- Musical Artist, Arranger, Composer
- Tell us a little about your background...
- What people are saying:
"I knew this guy was up to something; what a great disc! Beautifully written and played with passion and intensity by an excellent band. This is one of those CDs that you want to hear again as soon as it's finished. Bravo Mike!"
-- George Whitty (keyboards, film composer)
"Watch out for this guy! Mike is terribly brave, adventurous, playful, and adept. As his compositions and playing demonstrate, Mr. Prigodich is a rising talent following his creative muse fearlessly to wherever it takes him. I've only met Mike recently, but for some reason, I am proud of him for this remarkable statement he has crafted. Kudos Mr. P!"
-- David Goldblatt (keyboards, film composer)
"I definitely hear a Chick influence in your playing and writing. I'm flattered that you cite me as an influence."
-- Andy Milne (piano, keyboards, Dapp Theory)
"You guys are truly an amazing group of musicians! I'd highly recommend to anyone interested in hearing some incredible jazz to check you out. You won't be disappointed! Hope to see you again and soon!"
-- Steve Hall (mastering engineer @ Future Disc)
"Very cool Mike!! Love the bridge and the keyboard solo. You can definitely play!!"
-- Steve Porcaro (keyboards -- Toto, Michael Jackson, grammy winner)
"Hey Mike, sounds great!"
-- Steve Weingart (keyboards -- Dave Weckl, Steve Lukather, etc.)
"Nice stuff, man!"
-- Nicholas Payton (trumpet)
Bio:
Mike's jazz fusion compositions have begun attracting attention from many well-known national and local artists. Becoming a cancer patient in 2008 was the big wake-up call that got him to start writing lots of new music, form a band, start booking gigs, and pursue his dream of becoming a professional jazz musician, inspired by fellow cancer survivor Lance Armstrong. Mike raised over $10,000 on kickstarter.com in 2010 to fund his first studio album "A Stitch In Time" featuring Damian Erskine, Reinhardt Melz, John Nastos, Brandon Woody, Rafael Trujillo, Patrick Lamb, Tim Jensen, and Paul Mazzio, produced by Emmy award-winning David Mathew. This studio album and band is also being featured on the Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) Oregon Art Beat television show. Mike currently resides in Portland, Oregon and enjoys playing with some of the finest musicians in town who are up to the task of performing his extremely challenging but accessible compositions.
- How did you hear about the Jazz Network? Please give full name of contact
- David Arivett
- What Instrument do you play?
- Piano, Bass
- What is your website address? Only websites that pertain to your business and how you can be contacted.
- http://www.mikeprigodich.com
- I agree that I will not spam the site with inappropriate postings for this action is subject to suspension
- yes
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D*** Metcalf, aka Rotcod Zzaj left a comment for Mike Prigodich"Some EXCELLENT music here, Mike... listening to it as I type, & would like to review your material... wondering what you have in need of review... you'll certainly want to think about sending a copy of any such material you have my way...…"
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- At 11:12am on November 21, 2009, D*** Metcalf, aka Rotcod Zzaj said…
- Some EXCELLENT music here, Mike... listening to it as I type, & would like to review your material... wondering what you have in need of review... you'll certainly want to think about sending a copy of any such material you have my way... to discuss that, feel free to send me an email at zzajunique@hotmail.com or check the latest issue of my music review magazine (IMPROVIJAZZATION NATION) out at http://zzaj.freehostia.com
- At 4:54am on July 19, 2009,
David Arivett said…
- Hey Michael- welcome to the Jazz Network! Keep up the great music!!!
David Arivett
Christian Jazz Artists Network
- At 4:17pm on July 14, 2009,
Cindy Scott said… - I meant Thursday! Trying to do too many things at once.
- At 3:38pm on July 14, 2009, Cindy Scott said…
- The YouTube thing is nice. Lovely piano sound. Hey, was that my friend Nobu on the bass? He's from New Orleans, but he spent some time in Portland after Katrina, like I did.
I'll be at Wilf's this Friday with Randy Porter. I'd love it if you came out.
- At 6:23pm on July 9, 2009,
Manee Valentine said… - Welcome to The Jazz Network! Manee
- At 8:16am on July 9, 2009,
Luiz Santos Music said… 
Welcome Mike,
Check out my New Albums!
Be blessed and Enjoy the ride! Luiz
The Jazz Network is exactly what the title suggests, a place where you get to mix and mingle with those who have not only an appreciation for Jazz but a forum to hear new up and coming artists as well. I've hooked up with so many of my old friends that I've lost contact with over the years here and it's been a great place to meet folk, appreciate good music and Musicianship. What an incredible idea!!
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