Mike McGill, Neighbor

Mike was born and raised in Connecticut, but settled in sunny San Diego in 1998. He began writing music in the mid 90&#39;s just to pass the time while he was traveling throughout the US as a Computer Programmer/Analyst - Consultant.  Always a quick learner, he also taught himself how to play the guitar while on the road.  <br><br>After Mike settled on the West Coast, he started performing at local coffee houses and open mics a few times a month beginning in August, 2005.  Since then, he has expanded his performing schedule to the point of playing 2, 3, 4 times per week all over San Diego county.<br><br>Mike plays at many of San Diego&#39;s premier Wineries, Resorts, and Restaurants.  He can also be seen performing at San Diego&#39;s yearly County Fair, random Street Fairs, and a few local Bar &amp; Grills.  He is also hired to play many Private Events, Corporate Events and weddings throughout the year.  <br>  <br>Mike’s sound has been described as that of Jack Johnson’s laid back soothing style, but if you ask him he&#39;ll say &#34;I really have no idea. I&#39;ve been influenced by so many different artists.  I can&#39;t put my finger on it. You tell me!&#34;<br><br>Let&#39;s just say a little surf / meets folk / meets rock / meets pop.<br><br>Mike&#39;s first cd &#39;Keep On&#39; was self-released at the end of 2006. After a few years of performing and promoting his first project throughout San Diego, he also wrote and recorded 12 new songs. His second cd &#39;Enjoy the Journey&#39; was self-released in 2009.<br><br>As he continues to perform locally and throughout California, he also continues to write. Mike plans on recording and releasing singles throughout 2013 via YouTube and/or digital media.