DESCRIPTION:
Mike Dillon (aka Mike D) is a percussionist, vibraphonist, bandleader, vocalist and songwriter born in San Antonio, Texas. He heads the Mike Dillon Band and is a member of Critters Buggin, Les Claypool's Fancy Band and Garage A Trois. He has performed with many acclaimed artists, including Ani DiFranco, Galactic, Brave Combo, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Marco Benevento and New Orleans musicians Kevin O'Day, Johnny Vidacovich and James Singleton. Dillon also performed in the 80's with local Dallas and Denton favorites Ten Hands. Dillon also performs with saxophonist Skerik perform as a trio called "The Dead Kenny G's," with alternate third members. National tours have included keyboardist Brian Haas and bassist Brad Houser.