Artist of the Month > 2024 Artists
ARTIST PROFILE
NAME: Michael Inge
LOCATION: New York, NY
ORIGIN: Bedford, VA
ART: Music – Singer-Songwriter
MAIN GENRE: Pop/Soul/R&B
TRAINING: Bachelors of Music – Commercial Voice from Belmont University, Nashville, TN
ARTS AFFILIATIONS: SAG/AFTRA, ASCAP, The Artists Forum
BIO: Virginia native Michael Inge is a New York City based singer-songwriter. Whether singing one of his original tunes, or performing works by other artists, Michael takes listeners on a captivating musical journey, evoking classic soul and vintage R&B vibes blended with playful strands of pop and funk.
With smooth vocals, thoughtful artistry, and unparalleled passion, he channels a kinship to renowned artists such as Al Green, Amy Winehouse, and Allen Stone, yet emerges as a distinct and authentic artist. Michael delights and captivates audiences with powerful live performances, exuding genuine southern charm and uplifting vibes.
Having previously made waves as a sought-after session singer and songwriter, with credits spanning songs in TV/film, commercials, and recordings for other artists, Michael steps into the spotlight with his own original music. He’s thrilled to announce the upcoming release of his debut single, “Sugaflava.” This eagerly anticipated track offers a first taste of Michael’s forthcoming EP entitled “Whoosh!”
In addition to his work as a musical artist, Michael privately teaches voice, and conducts works shops with the Abron Arts Center, as well as interviews artists and arts organizations as a long-time host of The Artists Forum Television on New York City’s Spectrum and Fios Cable. He has also served as an Ambassador for The Artists Forum Festival of the Moving Image in 2020, 2021, and 2023.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: As a session singer, Michael has performed with Will Smith on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (2016), and in Stand Up With a Twist w/ Carson Kressley & Kristine W. (Billboard Review, 2018). Additional commercial credits include session work for Chevrolet, Meow Mix, MGM Grand, Kettle Chips, and ABC.
As a songwriter, Micheal’s song All Night Long has been recorded by K-Pop artist Se7en on his #1 album 24/7 (2007), and his song Catch U If I Can has been recorded by Haddaway for Coconut Records/Edel Music (2005).
As an artist/songwriter, Michael’s music has been featured on ABC’s Lincoln Heights, NBC’s Parenthood, CBC’s Heartland, and Peak Season, and The Family Channel’s The Latest Buzz, Redline, and American Violet.
LATEST WORKS: Music: Michael’s new single, Sugaflava was released 04/26/24 for his upcoming EP Whoosh! He’s also currently pitching songs from this project for music sync-licensing.
WORK SAMPLE: Debut Single “Sugaflava” (2024)
WORK SAMPLE: Meow Mix “Wet Your Whiskers” with JC Chasez (2023)
WORK SAMPLE: w/Will Smith on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (2016)
AMBASSADOR – THE ARTISTS FORUM FESTIVAL OF THE MOVING IMAGE:2021 – Film Festival Awards Show
AMBASSADOR – THE ARTISTS FORUM FESTIVAL OF THE MOVING IMAGE: 2020 – Closing Night Awards Ceremony
AMBASSADOR – THE ARTISTS FORUM FESTIVAL OF THE MOVING IMAGE: 2020 – Full Festival Sneak Peek
HOST – THE ARTISTS FORUM TELEVISION: EP 84: Family Pictures USA
HOST – THE ARTISTS FORUM TELEVISION: EP 80: Puppets And Pixies
HOST – THE ARTISTS FORUM TELEVISION: EP 59: Betty Black
HOST – THE ARTISTS FORUM TELEVISION: EP 38: Theatre, Painting, and Live Band Shows
INTERVIEW
Please describe your artistic themes
-Classic soul and vintage R&B vibes blended with playful strands of pop and funk.
-Feel good music exuding genuine southern charm and uplifting vibes.
Please describe your creative process
I get inspiration from a lot of places- the arts, living in the city just noticing people and life all around. I especially like collaborating with others.
What are your artistic goals? What do you need to achieve them?
My goal is to continue to create music that I like and to share that with the world and to connect with an audience of people that appreciate it. Beyond that, I hope to collaborate with more creatives whether that’s songwriters, producers, other artists or directors for videos.
What are your views on the industry?
The industry is always evolving and it can be really difficult to balance the artistic side of creating and the business side of marketing and promotion. I think it’s important to protect the joy of creating and to stay in tune with that. At the same time, I think it’s important to study up on the business part of being an artist so you can make good decisions in your career.
What advice would you give to emerging artists?
I think community is important and most of the opportunities and growth I’ve had has come from being in community with other artists where I share ideas and information.
WEBSITES: michaelinge.com
INSTAGRAM: @themichaelinge
FACEBOOK: @michaelinge
YOUTUBE:@themichaelinge
TIKTOK: @themichaelinge
DISCO.AC: michael-inge
