Michael Blanchfield

Hi, I'm Michael! I'm a performer, collaborator and recording artist at the epicentre of the South Wales music scene in Cardiff. Currently touring with Cardinal Black (pop/rock) This Flight Tonight - Songs of Joni Mitchell (tribute) and Angharad Jenkins (pop) across the UK and Europe. I have extensive performance experience in so many settings, ranging from 11-piece salsa combos to 6-piece rock bands to intimate acoustic duos and solo performances. Notable venues include: Wales Millenium Centre; Cardiff Castle; Vortex Jazz Club; Manchester Academy; St David’s Hall; The Senedd; The Ambassador’s Residence, Paris; Belfast Empire; 013, Tilburg; Cabaret Sauvage, Paris and more… "I would recommend him 100 times over. Michael is relaxed, confident, professional and incredibly talented." - Lilly, previous client (wedding) "Everybody at the party from young to old loved it. The neighbours all knew about is (as it was outside), and afterwards they all told me they had opened their windows to listen better as well! Would definitely recommend, and hire again." - Nicholas Ounsworth, previous client (private garden party) "Playing across genres, he whole-heartedly embraces the particular energies of the music he plays, whilst retaining his own unique musical signature and character” - Online review Let me know what styles you're thinking would be good for your event - I can help you realise that musical vision and make it a reality. My repertoire is extensive and covers multiple genres from classic rock anthems to modern songwriters; from jazz and funk to classical and pop. I am a self-sufficient performer - meaning, I just need an appropriate performance space (including power source etc.) and I'll take care of everything else. I have my own PA and can play your playlist through it when I'm not performing so there's never a gap in the ambience we can create together. Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions!