At the age of seven, Michael Egleton was introduced to music when his mom brought home a guitar for Christmas. He continued to play and experiment with numerous instruments before finding his musical connection with the keyboard. Michael began his musical career by playing and composing Gospel music for local artists and churches. Throughout the years his passion for music has broaden to include various genres such as Jazz, R&B and Soul.
Bobby “Blue” Bland, George Benson, Michael Henderson, Donny Hathaway, Johnny Gill are just a few of the names that come to mind when you hear the music of Michael Egleton. Whether you’re in the mood to dance or for love the R & B, jazzy and sultry blends of piano and orchestra sounds sprinkled with raspy vocals takes you there with every song.
Today his keyboard is how he interprets life and allows his feelings to flow from the heart. Egleton’s mature sound can be attributed to his childhood and being raised by his grandfather, a fiery Gospel preacher from the south and former " Honkie Tonk" musician himself during the 30's and 40's playing in the juke joints around Chicago and New York.
This fresh, new sound with an old flare and innovative techniques and style best describes Michael Egleton and his music. It is simple yet mature, nothing too complicated, a straight to the point sound that's refreshing to today's music. Many of Michael’s musical influences include legendary DJ Rodgers, Billy Paul, Teddy Pentergrass, Barry White, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, The Clark Sisters, George Duke, Michael Henderson, Michael Henderson, Donnie Hathaway, George Haynes of St. Louis and Barry White to name a few.
Originally from Barberton, Ohio, Michael currently resides in Akron, Ohio. Akron is well-known for producing several high-profile artists during modern and past times. Mr. Egleton aspires to add his name to that list one day. He has released three independent albums Baby, Baby, Baby, A Look into My Heart, of which received an Ohio Music Award along with others and current independent album titled, That's Alright the Rewind. He has released one album with the Tate Music Group record label named, That’s Alright-I. His new independent and anticipated offering, "In The Q", will be produced by his bread and butter main stays, Wes McCraw of Creekside Audio, Norton, Ohio and Samuel Haygood, N-DA-Groove Productions, Atlanta, GA, with other associate producers joining these gifted men. All of Michael’s life experiences and lessons shapes him as a musician and are reflected in his music. Eager to experience success on the next level Michael Egleton is making his mark in the music industry.
Label: Independent
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