A solo artist and multi instrumentalist, Michael incorporates soulful vocals with guitar, saxophone, harmonica and ukulele.
RELEASE DATES of Newly Published Songs
Michael is recognized for publishing jazz, he also writes about America’s roots with songs like On The Side Of Right and A Little Tender Maintenance. Look for his newest nostalgic tune inspired by his daughter at age six when they would play a game of what change was left in her father’s pockets at the end of the day that could go into her piggy-bank … RELEASE April 14th, “Where Are Your Pennies” original, guitar, vocals
Another original tune inspired from Michael’s youth and living on Oahu. You needn’t get into the water to feel the thrill of surfing in this new song … RELEASE February 26th, “Drop-In, Kick-Out” original, guitar instrumental Drop in Kick Outyoutu.be
Join Michael at a local venue or stream his songs on your favorite music service, you’ll hear his JAZZED COVERS and JAZZY ORIGINALS, songs about America’s roots and just for fun fan favorites.
2026 PERFORMANCE DATES
da VINCI’s, Eagle Idaho~ 1st THURSDAYs, 5:00-8:00 PM, alternate months ~ April 2, June 4, August 6, October 1, December 3. Italian cuisine, freshly baked Tuscan bread, dine in the restaurant or the cozy lounge, friendly after work atmosphere. Located at 190 E. State Street, Eagle; 208.939.2500
RICE, Eagle Idaho~ 3rd THURSDAYs, 5:00-8:00 PM, alternate months ~ April 16, June 18, August 20, October 15, December 17. Contemporary Asian Cuisine featuring flavors from China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and India, and now serving Sushi! Enjoy “Thirsty Thursday” specials from the Lounge. Located at 228 E. Plaza Street, Eagle; 208.939.2595
Michael performs at a variety of venues and membership-only clubs throughout the Treasure Valley, check with your events coordinator to see if he’s booked near you.
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Michael’s music is available for purchase on Apple, Amazon, and most online stores. Here’s a sampling on YouTube:
“Drop-In, Kick-Out”Drop in Kick Outyoutu.be
“Bad Moon Rising” https://youtu.be/PWXBNCw7xM0
“I Think I’ll Just Stay Here and Drink” https://youtu.be/_szjPqiceS0
“Friends in Low Places” https://youtu.be/Z2OOQfRFge8
“Blue Bayou” https://youtu.be/RD0MJ35i44s
Original Jazz n’ Country Rock
“Uh-Oh”https://youtu.be/LA4BsNlnycc
“Just the Thought of You” https://youtu.be/O34m2gRSbm8
“Wake Me at Midnight” https://youtu.be/mPXN2p6vAgk
“Roadside Stop” https://youtu.be/CDtvApnfRf8
Original’s Reminiscing America
“A Little Tender Maintenance” https://youtu.be/t9e1apIZgMA
“On the Side of Right” https://youtu.be/x6XDgmUmEyA
“Hopscotch” https://youtu.be/yLzeAafgs8c
“Birhday Wish” https://youtu.be/yHVWWtnJJMA?si=jDLXloKxyoyl17SQ
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Jazzed-up COVERs, ‘Songs You’ll Recognize’
RELEASE February 12th: “In My Room” cover, guitar instrumental
“In My Room”
“How Long”
“Bad Moon Rising”
“I Think I’ll Just Stay Here and Drink”
“Friends in Low Places”
“Smoke Gets In Your Eyes”
“A Horse With No Name”
“Blackbird”
“Cold, Cold Heart”
“What A Fool Believes”
“Blue Bayou”
“Dance With Me”
“Long Train Running”
“You Are the Sunshine of My Life”
“The Same Old Moon”
“Longer”
“I Can’t Tell You Why”
“Paint It Black”
“Tin Man”
“That’s the Way of the World”
“Crazy”
“Ring of Fire”
“Mercy, Mercy, Me”
Jazzy ORIGINALs
RELEASE February 19th: “Wave Dancing” original, saxophone instrumental
“Uh-Oh”
“Just the Thought of You”
“Wake Me At Midnight”
“Two”
“Palm Breeze”
“As One”
“Always Kiss Me Goodnight”
“Wildcat”
“Kitty Kitty Cougar” ~ children’s song
“Kiss Me While You Can”
“Dreamscape”
“So Long Solo”
“Infinitely”
“Dancing at Dusk”
“Frolic Time”
“Manzanita”
“Cloudy Days”
“Cali Girl”
“Sunday’s Smile”
“Beyond the Break”
“Devin’s Lagoon”
“Lucky Day”
“Wildcat”
“Morning Solitude”
“Splish Splashing”
“Patches of Blue”
“No Bad Days”
“Hopscotch”
“Birthday Wish”
America’s Roots, Country Rock ORIGINALs
RELEASE April 14: “Where Are Your Pennies” original, guitar and vocals
RELEASE February 26th: “Drop-in, Kick-out” original, guitar instrumental
“A Little Tender Maintenance”
“On the Side of Right”
“Something to Me”
“Java Jenny”
“Dancing at Dusk”
“Cowgirl Ballerina”
“Roadside Stop”
Happy HOLIDAYS
“Santa’s Chevrolet” ~ original
“Spirit of Christmas” ~ original
“Christmastime” ~ original
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” ~ cover
“Holly, Jolly, Christmas” ~ cover
Michael can be scheduled in family friendly venues and special events.
MichaelLakyMusic@gmail.com
