Already receiving glowing reviews since it's release Friday, BLUE SKIES is simply being described as “Michael Shirtz at his best!” His release show at the State Theatre in Sandusky, Ohio, home to his JAZZ@8 Series, set the stage for a fun and inspirational performance of the tunes and stories behind the album. His performance of such standards like Make Someone Happy & Smile and Pure Imagination paired with John Lennon’s Imagine was greeted with both emotional and celebrated reactions from the audience. Songs such as Blue Skies, Our Love Is Here to Stay, and My Funny Valentine are already receiving popularity ratings with online sales. BLUE SKIES may be his first solo album, but it is clearl
Groovin', Easy, Simplistically-Complexed, Relaxed, and Cool is how Michael Shirtz's new album BLUE SKIES is being described. His smooth lyrical voice matched with his conversational approach to tunes makes the whole album intimate and honest. Listeners will feel like they are hanging out next to him as he sings. Producer Doug Neel said, "It's Michael Shirtz at his best!" To kick off the release of the album, Michael will share the music and stories that have influenced BLUE SKIES in his new show that chronicles his career as an artist with the music of jazz, big bands, blues, R&B, and more. Presented with multimedia and musical tributes, this show premiers the music of BLUES SKIES and shares
