Lone Gonzo

Michael George Gonzalez is a musician, educator, and community organizer with 30 years experience. His diverse music delivers fresh sounds that pay homage to American music. With a sultry voice and prolific guitar work he engages the audience with creative phrasing and dynamics.

As full-time musician Michael performs weekly gigs both as a solo artist, and as a bandleader for a various groups. Whether a performer, creative director, event planner, or promoter–Michael contributes to over 200 public and private events a year.

Michael is booking performances for 2025-2026. He is available as a Solo/Duo act, or with one of six different bands. Custom groups or themes also available. Request a performance date in the Date Request Form or call/text him directly at 585-237-8442.

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“A virtuoso guitarist…a seriously talented musician.”

Chuck Agonito, Finger Lakes Times
LONE  GONZO

LONE GONZO


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]

WHORLWOOD

WHORLWOOD


A dynamic acoustic trio (mandolin, acoustic guitar, string bass) with music inspired by Americana, roots, folk, and world music.
[Duo, Trio, or Quartet.]

STARGROOVE

STARGROOVE


A powerhouse band (horn, electric guitar, bass, percussion, drums) playing music with funk, fusion, reggae, and world beat flavors.
[Quartet, Quintet, Sextet, or Septet]

THE  GONZTET

THE GONZTET


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]

NOBLE  REBELS

NOBLE REBELS


A lead guitar driven quartet (electric guitar, acoustic guitar, upright bass, drums) playing rockabilly, roots rock, country blues, and western swing.
[Quartet or Quintet]

ISLAND  TIME

ISLAND TIME


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]