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'''Sean Michel''' (born August 21,1979) is a musician from [[Bryant, Arkansas|Bryant]], [[Arkansas]]. He gained initial recognition through his participation in [[American Idol (season 6)|American Idol Season 6]]. Before his stint on the program, he spent several years touring with his band.
'''Sean Michel''' (born August 21,1979) is a musician from [[Bryant, Arkansas|Bryant]], [[Arkansas]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sean Michel |url=https://soundcloud.com/sean-michel |access-date=2023-11-08 |website=SoundCloud |language=en}}</ref> He gained recognition with his participation in [[American Idol (season 6)|American Idol Season 6]] after spending several years touring with his band.


==Personal life==
== Early life ==
Michel was born in [[New Orleans]], [[Louisiana]]. His family relocated to the Little Rock area in the early Nineties.
Michel was born in 1979 in [[New Orleans|New Orleans, Louisiana]]. His family relocated near [[Little Rock, Arkansas]] in the early nineties. Michel was raised with many religious backgrounds, with his grandparents being catholic, his mother being pentecostal and his father an atheist.


==Career==
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==Early career (2003-2009)==


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=== Early career (2003-2009) ===
In 2003, following his return from a period in China, Michel enlisted his friend and bassist, Nick Taylor, to join his musical endeavors. By 2005, the band expanded with the addition of drummer Joie Lyle and embarked on a consistent touring schedule.
In 2003, Michel returned from a mission trip to China and enlisted friend and bassist Nick Taylor to join his live band. Joie Lyle joined the group in 2005 and they began touring.


In 2006, Michel spontaneously decided to audition for American Idol.{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}} His audition took place in Memphis, Tennessee, and subsequently, he spent time in both Memphis and Hollywood as part of his American Idol obligations. His national recognition grew as a result of his impressive rendition of "[[God's Gonna Cut You Down]]," which earned praise from the judges. When the episode aired in January 2007, his media exposure significantly increased.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 February 2007 |title=Interview: Sean Michel |url=http://www.relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/149-features/3499-interview-sean-michel}}</ref>
In 2006, Michel auditioned for American Idol in Memphis, Tennessee, and worked in both Memphis and Hollywood as part of his American Idol obligations. He was filmed for the show performing Johnny Cash's "[[God's Gonna Cut You Down]]," which earned him a "yes" from all three judges. The episode aired in January 2007.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 February 2007 |title=Interview: Sean Michel |url=http://www.relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/149-features/3499-interview-sean-michel}}</ref>


During this period, Michel and his band were actively touring with a complete lineup. The latter half of 2007 saw them dedicated to recording their inaugural full-length album. Entitled ''The Thrill of Hope'', this debut album was officially released in December 2007.<ref>Hight, Jewly. ''Spotlight''. Christian Single. May 2006.</ref>
In 2007 the band recorded their inaugural full-length album, ''The Thrill of Hope'', released in December 2007.<ref>Hight, Jewly. ''Spotlight''. Christian Single. May 2006.</ref>

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==Modern career (2009-present)==


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=== Modern career (2009-present) ===
In the absence of a band to accompany his performances, Michel sought the assistance of his long-standing friend, Andy Turner, to create demo recordings for works in progress.{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}}
In the absence of a band to accompany his performances, Michel sought the assistance of his long-standing friend, Andy Turner, to create demo recordings for works in progress.{{Citation needed|date=August 2022}}


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Towards the end of 2009, Michel unveiled ''I Know I've Been Converted'', an album steeped in blues influences. This record featured his interpretations of traditional spirituals alongside original compositions. While the album lacked an official release date, physical copies became accessible in late 2009, with digital downloads following suit in 2010.
Towards the end of 2009, Michel unveiled ''I Know I've Been Converted'', an album steeped in blues influences. This record featured his interpretations of traditional spirituals alongside original compositions. While the album lacked an official release date, physical copies became accessible in late 2009, with digital downloads following suit in 2010.


In the year 2010, Michel received an invitation to visit Chile, where he actively participated in relief efforts following the devastating [[2010 Chile earthquake]]. Michel organized a band to perform numerous shows throughout the country during this period.<ref>http://www.bpnews.net/bpnews.asp?id=33536 {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref> It was during this time that bassist Seth Atchley became a part of the band's lineup.
In the year 2010, Michel received an invitation to visit Chile, where he actively participated in relief efforts following the devastating [[2010 Chile earthquake]]. Michel organized a band to perform numerous shows throughout the country during this period.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.bpnews.net/bpnews.asp?id=33536 |title=Archived copy |access-date=2011-07-05 |archive-date=2011-03-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110321054317/http://www.bpnews.net/bpnews.asp?id=33536 |url-status=dead }}</ref> It was during this time that bassist Seth Atchley became a part of the band's lineup.


In 2011, Michel announced a fundraising campaign for a forthcoming album project.<ref>http://www.indiegogo.com/Back-to-the-Delta {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref> Michel, along with his collaborators, managed the Arkansas Stage at the [[Cornerstone Festival]] for the third consecutive year in 2011.<ref>http://www.one21music.com/2011/06/sean-michel-rocks-cornerstone-2011/</ref> Over this period, they transformed it from an independent "generator stage" into a prominent attraction, achieving notable success by the festival's final year in 2012. By this juncture, Michel had established himself as a proficient guitarist leading a formidable blues-oriented trio. The resultant album, titled ''Electric Delta'', featuring Atchley and Batterton, was officially released in 2013.
In 2011, Michel announced a fundraising campaign for a forthcoming album project.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.indiegogo.com/Back-to-the-Delta |title=Archived copy |access-date=2011-07-05 |archive-date=2011-10-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111004161505/http://www.indiegogo.com/Back-to-the-Delta |url-status=dead }}</ref> Michel, along with his collaborators, managed the Arkansas Stage at the [[Cornerstone Festival]] for the third consecutive year in 2011.<ref>http://www.one21music.com/2011/06/sean-michel-rocks-cornerstone-2011/</ref> Over this period, they transformed it from an independent "generator stage" into a prominent attraction, achieving notable success by the festival's final year in 2012. By this juncture, Michel had established himself as a proficient guitarist leading a formidable blues-oriented trio. The resultant album, titled ''Electric Delta'', featuring Atchley and Batterton, was officially released in 2013.


After the conclusion of the final Cornerstone Festival in 2012, Michel played a significant role in initiating the AudioFeed Festival in Urbana, IL. Within this context, Michel became a featured performer starting from 2013 onwards, performing at a restructured Arkansas Stage, which has since become one of the primary stages of this festival.<ref>http://audiofeedfestival.com/</ref>
After the conclusion of the final Cornerstone Festival in 2012, Michel played a significant role in initiating the AudioFeed Festival in Urbana, IL. Within this context, Michel became a featured performer starting from 2013 onwards, performing at a restructured Arkansas Stage, which has since become one of the primary stages of this festival.<ref>http://audiofeedfestival.com/</ref>
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In July 2016, Michel initiated a Kickstarter campaign to fund a new album project that would center on "Roots Gospel music." This project aimed to blend original gospel compositions with traditional tunes and was slated to be produced and engineered by Paul Moak at Smoakstack Studios in Nashville. Notable musicians, including Jimmy Abegg, Aaron Smith, and Eddie DeGarmo, were scheduled to contribute to the recording process.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sean Michel - Roots Gospel Record |url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1952296050/sean-michel-roots-gospel-record}}</ref>
In July 2016, Michel initiated a Kickstarter campaign to fund a new album project that would center on "Roots Gospel music." This project aimed to blend original gospel compositions with traditional tunes and was slated to be produced and engineered by Paul Moak at Smoakstack Studios in Nashville. Notable musicians, including Jimmy Abegg, Aaron Smith, and Eddie DeGarmo, were scheduled to contribute to the recording process.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sean Michel - Roots Gospel Record |url=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1952296050/sean-michel-roots-gospel-record}}</ref>


==Citations==
==Discography==
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'''Studio albums'''
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==References==
* ''The Thrill of Hope'' (2007)
* ''I Know I've Been Converted'' (2009)<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/products/Sean_Michel/I_Know_Ive_Been_Converted/113442/ | title=Review: I Know I've Been Converted - Sean Michel &#124; Cross Rhythms }}</ref>
* ''Back To The Delta'' (2012)<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.indievisionmusic.com/reviews/sean-michel-back-to-the-delta/ | title=Sean Michel - Back to the Delta - Reviews | date=2 April 2012 }}</ref>
* ''Electric Delta'' (2013)<ref>https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/indiemusic/ElectricDelta.asp</ref>
* ''Untitled'' (2017)

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== References ==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sean-Michel/7474156330 Official Sean Michel Facebook Page]
*[http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sean-Michel/7474156330 Official Sean Michel Facebook Page]
*[http://www.relevantmagazine.com/features-reviews/progressive-culture/music/3499-interview-sean-michel Relevant Magazine Interview]
*[http://www.relevantmagazine.com/features-reviews/progressive-culture/music/3499-interview-sean-michel Relevant Magazine Interview]
*[http://bponassignment.org/bpnews.asp?id=24942 Baptist Press Article]
*[http://bponassignment.org/bpnews.asp?id=24942 Baptist Press Article]
*[http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20007164_20008533_20014334_4,00.html Entertainment Weekly]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20070310162934/http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20007164_20008533_20014334_4,00.html Entertainment Weekly]
*[http://www.realitytvmagazine.com/blog/2007/02/03/american-idol-6-contestant-sean-michel-%E2%80%93-exclusive-interview-with-reality-tv-magazine/ Reality TV Magazine]
*[http://www.realitytvmagazine.com/blog/2007/02/03/american-idol-6-contestant-sean-michel-%E2%80%93-exclusive-interview-with-reality-tv-magazine/ Reality TV Magazine]

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Latest revision as of 20:02, 14 September 2024

Sean Michel
Michel performing in South Carolina
Background information
Born (1979-08-21) August 21, 1979 (age 45)
OriginNew Orleans, Louisiana
OccupationMusician

Sean Michel (born August 21,1979) is a musician from Bryant, Arkansas[1] He gained recognition with his participation in American Idol Season 6 after spending several years touring with his band.

Early life

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Michel was born in 1979 in New Orleans, Louisiana. His family relocated near Little Rock, Arkansas in the early nineties. Michel was raised with many religious backgrounds, with his grandparents being catholic, his mother being pentecostal and his father an atheist.

Career

[edit]

Early career (2003-2009)

[edit]

In 2003, Michel returned from a mission trip to China and enlisted friend and bassist Nick Taylor to join his live band. Joie Lyle joined the group in 2005 and they began touring.

In 2006, Michel auditioned for American Idol in Memphis, Tennessee, and worked in both Memphis and Hollywood as part of his American Idol obligations. He was filmed for the show performing Johnny Cash's "God's Gonna Cut You Down," which earned him a "yes" from all three judges. The episode aired in January 2007.[2]

In 2007 the band recorded their inaugural full-length album, The Thrill of Hope, released in December 2007.[3]

Modern career (2009-present)

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In the absence of a band to accompany his performances, Michel sought the assistance of his long-standing friend, Andy Turner, to create demo recordings for works in progress.[citation needed]

During the early months of 2009, Michel crossed paths with guitarist Alvin Rapien, a fellow member of the same church community. Their collaboration led to Alvin Rapien assuming the role of Michel's guitarist. Concurrently, Michel embarked on a solo tour spanning over two months, covering regions in India and Nepal.[4][5]

Towards the end of 2009, Michel unveiled I Know I've Been Converted, an album steeped in blues influences. This record featured his interpretations of traditional spirituals alongside original compositions. While the album lacked an official release date, physical copies became accessible in late 2009, with digital downloads following suit in 2010.

In the year 2010, Michel received an invitation to visit Chile, where he actively participated in relief efforts following the devastating 2010 Chile earthquake. Michel organized a band to perform numerous shows throughout the country during this period.[6] It was during this time that bassist Seth Atchley became a part of the band's lineup.

In 2011, Michel announced a fundraising campaign for a forthcoming album project.[7] Michel, along with his collaborators, managed the Arkansas Stage at the Cornerstone Festival for the third consecutive year in 2011.[8] Over this period, they transformed it from an independent "generator stage" into a prominent attraction, achieving notable success by the festival's final year in 2012. By this juncture, Michel had established himself as a proficient guitarist leading a formidable blues-oriented trio. The resultant album, titled Electric Delta, featuring Atchley and Batterton, was officially released in 2013.

After the conclusion of the final Cornerstone Festival in 2012, Michel played a significant role in initiating the AudioFeed Festival in Urbana, IL. Within this context, Michel became a featured performer starting from 2013 onwards, performing at a restructured Arkansas Stage, which has since become one of the primary stages of this festival.[9]

In July 2016, Michel initiated a Kickstarter campaign to fund a new album project that would center on "Roots Gospel music." This project aimed to blend original gospel compositions with traditional tunes and was slated to be produced and engineered by Paul Moak at Smoakstack Studios in Nashville. Notable musicians, including Jimmy Abegg, Aaron Smith, and Eddie DeGarmo, were scheduled to contribute to the recording process.[10]

Discography

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Studio albums

  • The Thrill of Hope (2007)
  • I Know I've Been Converted (2009)[11]
  • Back To The Delta (2012)[12]
  • Electric Delta (2013)[13]
  • Untitled (2017)

References

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  1. ^ "Sean Michel". SoundCloud. Retrieved 2023-11-08.
  2. ^ "Interview: Sean Michel". 15 February 2007.
  3. ^ Hight, Jewly. Spotlight. Christian Single. May 2006.
  4. ^ "Okinawa Tourist Spots".
  5. ^ "The Hindu : Metro Plus Chennai / People : Soulful sounds". www.hindu.com. Archived from the original on 18 August 2009. Retrieved 17 January 2022.
  6. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-03-21. Retrieved 2011-07-05.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  7. ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-10-04. Retrieved 2011-07-05.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  8. ^ http://www.one21music.com/2011/06/sean-michel-rocks-cornerstone-2011/
  9. ^ http://audiofeedfestival.com/
  10. ^ "Sean Michel - Roots Gospel Record".
  11. ^ "Review: I Know I've Been Converted - Sean Michel | Cross Rhythms".
  12. ^ "Sean Michel - Back to the Delta - Reviews". 2 April 2012.
  13. ^ https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/indiemusic/ElectricDelta.asp
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