Atkins

Lead singer for Atkins, Michael Atkins is an accomplished world class musician who has been singing and playing the piano since a very young 6 months old, writing songs since age thirteen, and performing on stage for just as long. His songs could best be described as soulful piano driven rock with a contemporary edge. 

When listening to the songs of Atkins you will find yourself taking a journey through the likes of Peter Gabriel, Keane, One Republic, and even classic influences like The Beatles and Elton John. The songs range from cinematic in scope, to being intimate in delivery containing subject matter dealing with things that affect every person.  

"...a walking shadow" is the latest release. The title is taken from a speech from Shakespeares "Macbeth" and the record is a study of the grieving process. Inspired by the death of Michaels father in 2002 "...a walking shadow" took seven years to complete, was self produced, and was recorded in four different cities. Released on Sept. 19, 2009 Michael felt he needed to release this album because in his own words: "There wasn't very much out there in the way of music that dealt with loss in a constructive way. I wanted to put something out that could carry someone through the entire process of losing someone be it through death, or a parting of ways. Loss is a painful thing." 

Michael is constantly writing and recording trying to bring a voice to the songs that are stirring in the ether. Keep checking the music page for the latest releases.