" . . . . A mix of emotion and technique, a well studied Bluesman, Mike has a feeling for the Blues, something beyond practice and study. All 15 of "Let it Slide's" cuts wonderfully evidence his masterful guitar skills. He is able to impart the nuances, intricacies and timing country blues demands. As Muddy Waters once told him after hearing him play: "You got it,. kid!" –Art Would, Skylands Blues News, December, 1995 |
" If you like the sound of the Dobro or National Steel guitar, Mike Esposito is a player with much talent. He's been playing in bands since the early '70s, and Let It Slide is a virtuoso solo album that highlights his playing capabilities. Aside from slide guitar, Esposito plays bass, guitar and ukulele. He tackles country ("Ghost Riders In The Sky"), rock ("Hey Joe") and classic blues ("Baby Please Don't Go" and "I Know You Rider"). Additionally, he's got a slew of his own tunes that have bluegrass, country-blues and folk influences. The thing that makes Esposito different is his unique approach. A good example of this is his brilliant rendition of "Hey Joe," which is vastly different from any version I've heard. Ry Cooder and David Lindley fans should find something to whet their appetites here . . . ." – Relix Magazine, 1996 |
" ...Slide guitarist/multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter Mike Esposito has a killer tone. The opening track, "Ghost Riders In The Sky" is cowboy cool all the way. Esposito's voice has that chilling blue feel that goes just perfectly with his guitar playing. Esposito's arrangement of "St. James Infirmary" is spooky with a capital S. The production is rich and fat and the whole CD is a joy!" –F.B., The Music Paper, May, 1996 |
| Mike's
Music has been featured on 5 TV shows in the past year. 1.Boogie Woogie:In the Moment:Gretchen Wilson CMT channel 2.Boogie Woogie: Whats Hot! Whats Cool Episode#6 Food Network 3.Irrational National: White House Pets Animal Planet 4.Wild Turkey Woods: Big Texas History Channel 5.Wild Turkey Woods: Ready for the Weekend Movie 402 USA Network |
In
1998 The Friends of Northwest New Jersey Musicians honored Mike as Blues Artist of the Year. |
Editorial Reviews |
“ This New Jersey guitar hero (in the best sense of the term) plays instrumental and vocal blues, rock, country & folk tunes with consummate grace and skill.” –Dave Rubin, Tri-State Blues Magazine |