Mike Deasy - Short Biography

  Born and raised in Southern California, Mike Deasy began playing the guitar and singing at a young age. By the time he was in high school, Mike was playing in rock concerts. After graduation, he went on tour with The Coasters, Eddie Cochran, and Duane Eddy.

  Mike became one of the top studio guitarists in Hollywood, working with performers such as Elvis, The Beach Boys, Kenny Rogers, Billy Joel, and Barbra Streisand; movie soundtracks with Clint Eastwood; TV shows such as "The Bill Cosby Show" ; and many, many TV commercials, including Coca-Cola.

  Deasy, one of the most recorded guitarists in the history of music, presents unique lyrics and melodies, and is a dynamic speaker.

  He captivates audiences of all ages, relating his past experiences and the powerful influence music has on the human mind. Mike presents an exciting program of self-esteem with a positive message of saying "YES TO LIFE." His skill on the guitar and his songs generate a progressive energy for LIFE that fills the room and hearts with hope and joy.

  His "YES TO LIFE" program has been presented throughout the United States and Canada and even into Europe. It is having a powerful effect on the youth, the schools and their communities in a very lasting, positive way.




For More Information:
YES TO LIFE
1-800-594-7160

mike@mikedeasy.com

  Mike  has worked with many entertainers, singers, musicians and music producers and listed below are a few..

Elvis Presley
Don Costa
Jimmy Webb
Joe Cocker
Nick Venet
Richard Harris
Kenny Loggins
Ben Barrett
The Coasters
The Beach Boys
Carl Radel
The Big Bopper
Glen Cambell
Lou Shelton
Bobby Sherman
Ella Fitzgerald
Dennis Budimer
Tommy Roe
Helen Reddy
Herb Ellis
Johnny Otis
Everly Brothers
John Bahler
Petula Clark
Larry Knechtel
Tom Bahler
Rick Nelson
Jim Horn
Jack Lewis
Duane Eddy
Jimmy Gordan
George Duke
Sam Neely
Mike Melvoin
Butch Parker
Jackie DeShannon
Lee Sklar
Curt Boetcher
Pat Boone
Chuck Findley
Ralph Carmichael
Della Reese
Max Bennett
Clarence White
First Edition
Joe Osborne
Don Randy
Bill Cosby
Tom Scott
Chuck Blackwell
Vikki Carr
Paul Humphrey
Dave Duke
Roy Rogers
Chris Ethredge
Jack Nitzche
Dale Evans
Jimmy Carstein
Chuck Rainey
The Smothers Brothers
Slyde Hyde
Dave Cowan
Eddie Cochran
Clydie King
Tim Hardin
Wolfman Jack
Venetta Fields
Bobby Darin
Ed Ames
Sherlie Matthews
Trini Lopez
Rita Coolidge
GwenJohnson
Wayne Newton
Mamma Cass
Rita Jean Bodine
Brian Wilson
Andy Williams
Jackie Kelso
The Byrds
Barbra Streisand
Plax Johnson
Jackson 5

Diana Ross
Lincoln Mayorga
Little Richard
Sammy Davis Jr.
Gary Coleman
Leon Russell
Henry Mancini
James Burton
The Monkees
Chubby Checker
Jerry Cole
Quincy Jones
The Association
Dean Parks
The Osmonds
Fats Domino
Don Peak
5th Dimension
Tiny Tim
Barney Kessel
Willy Bobo
Jan & Dean
Louie Shelton
Shorty Rogers
Nancy Sinatra
Al Casey
Steve Douglas
Simon & Garfunkle
Ollie Mitchell
Roger Calloway
Mamas & Papas
Earl Palmer
Kenny Rankin
Nilsson
Emil Richards
Dan Cassidy
Grass Roots
Milt Holland
Dory Previn
Johnny Rivers
David Clayton-Thomas
Jackie Gleason
Sonny & Cher
Mark Lindsay
Hal Blaine
Richie Valens
John Cole
John Guerin
Johnny Mathis
Jerry Sheff
Cannonball Adderley
Paul Hubinon
Eddy Arnold 
Peggy Lee
Lew McCreary
Steam
Shelly Manne
Connie Stevens
Bobbie Gentry
Dee Berton
Sandy Nelson
Hoyt Axton
Stan Kenton
Phil Spector
Gary Lewis
Roger Miller
Bones Howe
The Ventures
Roger Williams
Lou Adler
Thelma Houston
Gary Paxton
Snuff Garrett
Bumps Blackwell
Larry Carlton
Jimmy Bowen
Paul Revere & The Raiders
Dianne Warwick
Herb Alpert

 

 

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