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Mystery CDs
In this digital age of music streams, playlists, and the cloud…I feel like kids are missing out on the “albums experience”. A while back we gave my son (7) his Mom’s old boom box and have been giving him random (and not so random) CDs. Part indoctrination, part rite of passage, part cultural awareness, and…
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Noble Rebels at Watershed Brewing
The Noble Rebels will be performing high-energy music with flavors of roots, rockabilly, Americana, blues, country, and rock n roll. Featuring Dave Richman (lead guitar + vocals), Mitch Klicki (upright bass), James Ralls (drums), and Michael George Gonzalez (acoustic guitar + vocals).
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Cool Club Trio
I’m excited to get to play with The Cool Club trio featuring Rick Hoyt. A prolific guitarist and songwriter based in the Finger Lakes. We return to Once Finger Lakes on Friday, October 25 for a happy hour show from 4:30-6:30PM. Rounding out the trio is myself (guitar + vocals) and Doug Henrie (upright bass).
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WhorlWood On Linden
Whoa! Last night was a doozy. First we setup the full sound system and equipment. During the soundcheck we were approached by a wedding party celebrating at a bar across from us. “We curated a special playlist for this reception. We’re afraid that your music will drown ours out. Can you move down the street?”…
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Jazz Thursdays – Keuka Lake
Michael Gonzalez Duo Jazz guitarist and composer Michael George Gonzalez returns to Ravine’s Wine Cellars Keuka Lake tasting room. He’s be joined by veteran saxophonist and educator Tom McClure. This duo will perform every Thursday in September (9/12, 9/19, 9/26) from 4–7PM in Hammondsport, NY. Michael’s jazz band “The Gonztet” performs regularly at Ravines Wine…
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Duo Partner Wanted
Seeking a talented musician to form a performance duo. I’m open to consider just about any scenario with the right person. And I aim to bring a collaborative spirit to any music project. I do have some ideas of what I hope to find but these are not etched in stone. A person to share…
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WhorlWood @ Ithaca Beer Co.
Thursday, August 1 – Ithaca, NY WhorlWood returns to Ithaca Beer Company this week on August 1, 2024 for their summer music series. A dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians. playing music infused with roots, blues, jazz, folk, and world music with an emphasis on original songs written by Michael…
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WhorlWood @ Microclimate
UPDATE: 10:52am — This is now a trio show featuring my acoustic project WhorlWood. Michael Gonzalez (aka LoneGonzo) returns to Microclimate Wine Bar in Geneva, NY. This time he’s bringing his acoustic trio WhorlWood to perform from 7-10PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots,…
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WhorlWood Music
My acoustic group WhorlWood had a great time performing at Big Alice Brewing yesterday in Geneva, NY. We were discussing over one of our breaks how long we have been playing together. To our best estimates 2024 represents our eighth year. The unofficial first gig with the core trio of Michael Gonzalez (guitar), Perry Cleaveland…
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WhorlWood @ Big Alice 4/26
UPDATE: 10:52am — This is now a trio show featuring my acoustic project WhorlWood. Michael Gonzalez (aka LoneGonzo) returns to Big Alice Brewing in Geneva, NY. This time he’s bringing his acoustic trio WhorlWood to perform from 5-8PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots,…
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WhorlWood Live 4/21
Enjoy sweeping views of Seneca Lake along with tasty food and award winning wines at Zugibe Vineyards. WhorlWood returns to Zugibe Vineyards for an afternoon show this Sunday, April 21 from 1-4:00PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots, blues, jazz, folk, and world music…
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Radio Interview 98.5 FM
I had a great time talking to Jim Schreck live on air about the 2nd annual Geneva Jazz Festival. I’m the co-founder and artistic director of this this event and am so honored to get to work on some such a special concert series. The festival is co-produced by FLIMA Alliance and FLX Music 247.…
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