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Mike Stout

Rank #9 Pittsburgh, PA Folk / Americana / Alternative

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Label: American Blue Collar Records

Manager: Mike Stout, Paul Carosi

Bio: The World’s Grievance Man- Mike Stout is a socially conscious singer song-writer and community leader. He leads crusades against economic injustice, rallying people with his music. His sound and lyrics are influenced by Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, & Springsteen.

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“The year in local rock: Girl Talk, Anti-Flag, Povertyneck Hillbillies and more Thursday, December 18, 2008 By Scott Mervis, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Here are the stories of the year: 9. SONGS FOR OUR CITY With Pittsburgh celebrating its 250th, it deserved a few new songs to go with "Here We Go, Steelers." Blue-collar rocker Mike Stout turned up the volume a little higher on "The Point of Pittsburgh," a disc of rock anthems and ballads accompanying a Charles McCollester book of the same name. ”

— Scott Mervis, Pittsburgh Post Gazette

“Stout of heart and opinion. On his 8th politically charged album he wages a shock and awe campaign called "War and Resistance. " There's nothing subtle about Stout's approach to songwriting. In the Woody Guthrie tradition, his songs reflect contemporary issues without resorting to journalism. They're more like partisan op-ed columns that grab political opponents by the throat and don't let go. Co-produced by Fred Nelson, former guitarist for Triple X, recording sessions included Chris Procopio, Hermie Granati and jazz saxophonist Robbie Klein. "Rachel Corrie," written for the American social activist who was run over by an Israeli vehicle in the process of knocking down a Palestinian house, reflects in music what Stout says in words. "I think it's a solemn song," he says, "a folk requiem. While "Homestead Town" was co-produced by Nelson and Matt Herrington with a homespun bluegrass ambiance, much of the music explodes with bunker-busting fury equal to Stout's lyrics.”

— John Hayes, Pittsburgh Post Gazette

"War and Resistance," offers spirited rock and blues, intimate melody and, in Homestead Town, a lively tune with country flavor. Rachel Corrie is the story of a warrior for peace who was bulldozed while acting as a human shield in Palestine. Just a Pawn in their Game, states, "Landed in the eye of a desert storm. They said we went to liberate, not occupy. But it didn’t take long to see the real reasons why." In No Winners in War, Not in Our Name &r Stop the Wars the lyrics identify the real victims "the working women and men". Then listen to the creepy Big Brother’s Watching, "you don’t even know he’s here" and the rockin’ Big Time Corporate Blues "ripping off the people, tearing up the land, when it’s all for them and the rest of us be damned." The arrangements and the strong accompaniment by terrific musicians and vocalists give power, energy and sweetness that, along with Mike’s vocals, bring the songs to life. It’s good the first time, then replaying, grows on y

— Molly Rush, The New People - Thomas Merton Center Newsletter

“Blue-collar rocker sings with cause in his heart There are a lot of guys out there who pass themselves off as blue-collar rockers, but Mike Stout is unquestionably the real thing. The singer-songwriter, who releases his new CD, "Working Infinity ... Love from the Bottom," was not only a steel worker for 10 years, but he also was the last grievance chairman at the Homestead Works. On his 5th album, Stout remains as topical as the headlines. "Phila-POSH and Moran" is a folk-rock song that addresses the Right to Know law, calling for workers to be informed of what chemicals they are using on the job. "Armies of the Working Class Poor" is an attack on retail companies that sell products made in sweatshops. Songs like "I Will Be There" and "The Day Has Come" are working-class anthems in the Tom Joad mode. Stout sings with gritty passion and is backed by an all-star local lineup, including Reb Beach, Buddy Hall, B.E. Taylor, Kenny Blake, Pete Hewlett and Jeff Thurston. ”

— Scott Mervis, Pittsburgh Post Gazette

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Kerry Leigh
Well-crafted superior songwriting and well-executed performance! Take care -- Kerry
Jan 21
MusicXray
Thanks for being part of Music Xray and keep the music coming. Good luck with the opportunities available for your music we hope there is a match. Let us know if you need ...
Sep 29
Ben Aaron
Great, well-written songs here, Mike! Keep up the great work. I'm a big fan of Dylan, Guthrie, and Springsteen, and now I'm a fan of you. Take care. --Ben Aaron
Sep 18
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Pearl Black
GO BURRRRRRRRRGH!
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