With the B.C. music scene buzzin’ right now with all sorts of sensational new artists from all different genres, drummer and songwriter, Michael Wilford’s new collaborations with a couple of them seem to be bringing a new energy to the scene.
Born and raised in Smithers BC (now based out of Victoria), Michael is not only a teacher at The Victoria Conservatory of Music, but he’s also constantly touring with multiple groups, along with staying busy as a hired gun for his specific talents in drumming and song writing. Growing up in a small mountain-town filled with peaceful, calm folk music, he’s creatively fused that with the energy of rock. With his inspiration coming from the likes of The Machine, Arctic Monkeys, Florence and the rock legends of the past, the versatile songwriter will make you shake, rattle, and roll as he melodically drums away.
His first single released earlier this year, “Scotch”, was quick to receive high-praise, peaking at number 78 on the Canadian Radio Top 100 Alternative Songs. The bad-ass cowboy beat stomps its boots while the powerful and soulful voice of Chelsea D.E. Johnson (Old Soul Rebel) will undoubtedly leave you inspired. The song beat out 26,000 others to receive an honourable mention in the International Song Writing Competition that was judged by superstars like Dua Lipa and Coldplay. The song received all these accolades within only a month after being released!
He wasn’t done there though.
Just last week, on October 17, he released his new single featuring another B.C. vocalist that couldn’t compliment the song any better. “Rattle My Bones” Feat. Sail Cassady, is a somewhat dark, yet playful take on confronting your demons. Written in response to the loneliness and isolation that was endured during the pandemic at times, Michael says, “ The song characterizes my depression and anxiety as a ghost in my closet, but treats the heavy subject with a wink and a nod.”
With his plans to roll out a plethora of music in the following months, along with his perfect collaborations, Michael is an artist that’ll be turning heads in 2021.
Upcoming Events:
November 19th – with Sail Cassady at The Duncan Showroom.
Tickets available here:
https://showroomproductions.ca/buy-tickets