Mike Imbasciani

Some highlights of his career include:

• Started very young: He began playing guitar at age 5 and was performing professionally by 11 years old. He formed his own band as a teenager. 
• Musical style: His playing draws heavily from artists such as Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Brian Setzer, and Santana. His sound mixes Chicago and Texas blues with classic rock and rockabilly. 
• Awards: In 2019, his band received the Southwest Florida Blues Society Regional International Blues Challenge People’s Choice Award, recognizing their popularity on the regional blues circuit. 
• Tribute projects: Besides his original band, he performs “Simply Clapton,” a tribute show covering Eric Clapton’s career from the Bluesbreakers, Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and his solo work. He also performs a “Folk Legends” show honoring artists like Bob Dylan. 
• Touring: Although primarily active in Florida, he has also played venues in Nashville, Memphis, Atlanta, Arizona, Ohio, and other locations. His performances range from clubs and theaters to blues and jazz festivals. 

Beyond performing, Imbasciani:

• teaches guitar,
• records original music,
• hosts The Imbasciani Chronicles podcast, where he interviews musicians and discusses music history and guitar. 

His original material includes songs such as “Letters In The Attic,” and his band has released several live albums in the Bluez & Beyond series. 

Overall, Mike Imbasciani has built a reputation as a modern blues guitarist who respects traditional blues while incorporating classic rock influences. Rather than pursuing mainstream commercial success, he has developed a strong following on the regional live music circuit through frequent performances and tribute productions.