Mike Dawes
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About the Artist

Mike Dawes is an English guitarist celebrated for his innovative fingerstyle technique that allows him to perform multiple parts simultaneously on a single acoustic guitar. Renowned as one of the world’s most creative modern fingerstyle guitarists, Dawes has garnered widespread acclaim for his viral solo performances, including intricate arrangements like his cover of "One" by Metallica and "Somebody That I Used to Know." Despite such technical prowess, his playing retains an emotional depth, connecting with audiences worldwide. Notably, Dawes has toured with legendary musicians such as Justin Hayward from The Moody Blues, and fellow guitar virtuosos Andy McKee and Tommy Emmanuel, creating moments of live performance magic captured in releases like "Spirits...Live." Beyond performance, he is an influential music educator, contributing regularly to Guitar World and Acoustic Guitar magazines, and conducting workshops internationally. Fans often marvel at his ability to combine melody, percussion, and bass lines all on one instrument, demonstrating not just skill but a playful imagination that keeps each performance fresh—he’s proof that a guitar can be a whole band if you dare to think that way.