Today we’d like to introduce you to Maleny Mikels.
Hi Maleny, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My name is Maleny Mikels, I’m a profesional guitarist and composer. I’m also a certified consultant in personal growth and consciousness development
I’ve always loved music. Started playing the keyboards self-taught when I was around
five years old and then took a few lessons when I was seven.
I first fell in love with the guitar when I was eight years old. There’s something very special
about the sound and expression of the instrument that made me realize it was meant to
be my instrument. I just felt something very special inside me.
I remember listening to Ottmart Liebert and Paco de Lucía when I was a kid and being
amazed by their music and the sound of the guitar.
I actually started studying classical guitar when I was 11 or 12 years old and it wasn’t
until years later that I switched to electric guitar after listening to Mike Stern.
I was based in New York City for five years performing with various bands and singers in the area and in around the U.S.
I’m currently based in Mexico City working on new music for my instrumental solo project.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It hasn’t been an easy road but it’s been totally worth it.
One of the main struggles has been finding some stability in the music business, since it’s constantly changing and evolving.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m a professional guitarist and composer, currently composing for various artists through Warner Chappell, as well as composing instrumental music for my solo project.
When I collaborate with singers and other artists I usually compose pop and rock.
As for my solo project, it’s instrumental showcasing electric guitar as the main instrument, with influences such as progressive, rock, jazz and classical.
Are there any important lessons you’ve learned that you can share with us?
To trust myself and my intuition always.
To commit to my instrument and to my music and to follow my heart.
This way, the right people will find you.
I’ve also learned that we can learn from anybody, there’s always something different in each person.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.malenymikels.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/malenymikels
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/malenymikels
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/malenymikels
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/maleny
- Other: Consulting site: www.maleny.info
