Mike Wheeler
Mike Wheeler has established himself over the past ten years as one of the leading guitarists in the Chicago blues.
Trained through years of experience as a sideman in various bands, he has had the opportunity to play alongside many legends such as Son Seals, Koko Taylor, Willie Kent, and Buddy Guy.
Mike rose to prominence during his time in the Big James and the Chicago Playboys band between 1998 and 2009 before pursuing a solo career and forming the band that landed him a contract with the historic Delmark label in 2012. With Delmark, he released two critically acclaimed albums, including his latest, Self Made Man, in 2015.
He has been at his side for nearly twenty years with one of the best rhythm sections on the blues scene, with the brilliant Cleo Cole on drums and Larry Williams on bass, keeping the heat rising throughout a show with very funky arrangements!
Line up
Mike Wheeler - guitare & chant
Larry Williams - basse
Cleo Cole - batterie
Brian Volriede - clavier