I was so saddened to hear about D’Angelo’s death. I was steeped in R&B and Hip Hop throughout my youth from the mid-1980s to 1990s.When “Brown Sugar” hit I was mesmerized like many of my peers. Being of a similar age we share numerous musical influences and heroes. While the internet focuses on his music in the coming days. I wanted to post something different. The man himself in his own words, insights, and observations.
I was so saddened to hear about D’Angelo’s death. I was steeped in R&B and Hip Hop throughout my youth from the mid-1980s to 1990s.When “Brown Sugar” hit I was mesmerized like many of my peers. Being of a similar age we share numerous musical influences and heroes. While the internet focuses on his music…
Solo acoustic with Michael Gonzalez. Music across the spectrum with flavors of roots, blues, jazz, rock, funk, soul, folk, pop, and world music.
[Available Solo or Duo]
A dynamic acoustic trio (mandolin, acoustic guitar, string bass) with music inspired by Americana, roots, folk, and world music.
[Duo, Trio, or Quartet.]
A powerhouse band (horn, electric guitar, bass, percussion, drums) playing music with funk, fusion, reggae, and world beat flavors.
[Quartet, Quintet, Sextet, or Septet]
A sultry voice and guitar driven jazz group featuring seasoned musicians playing Swing, Bebop, Blues, Fusion, Brazilian, and American songbook. Plus original compostions.
[Duo, Trio, Quartet, Quintet, Sextet, or more]
A lead guitar driven quartet (electric guitar, acoustic guitar, upright bass, drums) playing rockabilly, roots rock, country blues, and western swing.
[Quartet or Quintet]
An eclectic acoustic beach party band founded by Michael George Gonzalez (ukulele + vocals). This quartet plays music inspired by the beaches of Hawaii, Caribbean, and Brazil.
[Quartet, Quintet, or Sextet]
