admin – Michael Gaither

Michael Gaither was raised on the central California coast and takes the “write what you know” idea to heart, wrapping songs around small-town life and humorous takes on everyday stuff. His love of animals and active involvement with local animal rescue work also find their way into Michael’s songs. He has released three independently produced CDs: "Spotted Mule and Other Tales" (2006), "Dogspeed" (2009), and "Starlite Drive-In Saturday Night" (2012). In addition, Michael books and hosts the Corralitos Cultural Center Music Series. Offstage, he produces and hosts the “Songs and Stories” podcast, which features stories behind his songs and interviews with other independent songwriters.

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January 4, 2025

“Krampus Comes Early in 2025!”

Krampus Comes Early in 2025!!!It’s an early Christmas present! Join Michael (as Krampus), some fellow […]

A Bridesmaid Again: Two Finalists In The 2024 Great American Song Contest

I love showing off my music pals, and I’ve also tried to continually support other […]

There’s No Gig Quite Like a Marriage Proposal

Every gig is a good gig and an important gig. And every gig is different. […]

In the March Issue of Beach Neighbors

Side gigs are important when you’re playing music. My day job always revolved around writing, […]

February 28, 2024

Runner Up: Santa Cruz Sentinel Reader’s Choice 2023!

A super quick post and a super grateful THANK YOU to readers of The Santa […]

December 14, 2023

What the Flock? Our Annual Fake Christmas Tree Post

2023 Update: I actually get requests to post this every year, so here’s some context. […]

November 11, 2023

Another Successful Halloween Run

Me and my New Best Friends just LOVE Halloween. And it’s always a fun challenge […]

September 27, 2023

Behind the End-of-Covid Song: “Welcome Back (to the Land of the Living)”

Sometimes songs just take awhile. Case in point:”Welcome Back (to the Land of the Living),” […]