MICHAEL RICKS
ARTIST Biography
Michael Ricks, also known as Michael Rix is an American country artist and author. He is best known for his skills as a banjo player and is recognized throughout the country.
He is a cult survivor, author, actor & singer songwriter. He tells his redemption story in his book From Cult To Country: An Asthmatics Journey To Find More Air.
You’ve probably seen him in the Bank of America National marketing campaign of “Country Music: A Film By Ken Burns” (currently airing)
Born in Toledo, OH, growing up Michael moved around often before he found a love for country music.
“After a period of time, I found myself wanting to expand creatively. Having already played guitar and fingerpicking for over ten years, I picked up the five-string, open-back banjo and found an entirely brand new sound.
I believe music can bring us together. If you look at the banjo itself, it is a hybrid of African and European designs and sounds. There’s the proof right there. Every time you hear and see music artists of different backgrounds coming together, it shows us that we can also do this, not only in music but in daily life.”
Michael Rix is a professional musician, country music artist songwriter, banjo player, and author in Nashville, TN. Michael Rix is endorsed by Recording King Banjos.
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Last updated June 05, 2023