Mike Zito at Shank Hall

Mike Zito is one of the most lauded artists in the contemporary blues arena today and rightfully so, but for him, the thing that counts the most is maintaining his honesty, authenticity and integrity. Those are the qualities that have steered Zitos career since the beginning and continue to define every effort hes offered since.I have nothing to hide; it seems my honesty is what people relate to most, he once told Vintage Guitar magazine. Anders (Osborne) told me early on, If you dont believe what youre singing, youll never be a good singer. I try not to write fluff; I try to make every word count...

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Mike Zito is one of the most lauded artists in the contemporary blues arena today and rightfully so, but for him, the thing that counts the most is maintaining his honesty, authenticity and integrity. Those are the qualities that have steered Zitos career since the beginning and continue to define every effort hes offered since.I have nothing to hide; it seems my honesty is what people relate to most, he once told Vintage Guitar magazine. Anders (Osborne) told me early on, If you dont believe what youre singing, youll never be a good singer. I try not to write fluff; I try to make every word count. .... learn more at mikezito.com

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