Dear listeners & viewers,

Firstly, thank you for visiting my site.

Perhaps a few words about myself and my musical interests. I'm a singer/guitarist/songwriter, originally from Australia, but currently living in Germany. My love affair with rock music began at 15 years old as I strummed my first tentative chords on a cheap imitation Stratocaster. I could quite literally sense the awakening of a new passion that opened the doors wide to welcome in the enchanted world of music that has continued to resonate throughout my life. Since then I've written and performed in rock bands in Adelaide, Seattle, Vienna and many locations throughout Germany.

Song writing has been a powerful creative outlet for me to generate guitar-driven melodies coupled with lyrics which reflect my journey through: adolescence, cultural relocation, human frailty and triumphs, finding my soulmate, and becoming a father.

I draw my musical inspirations from rock & pop artist including: Fleetwood Mac, Nirvana, Carol King, Crowded House, Jimi Hendrix, Marvin Gaye, You Am I and Radiohead just to name a few.

Playing and writing music transports me into a realm where universal dictates don't apply. I create my own rules and release myself into a world of original music. I can't claim that my songs will take you there too, but I genuinely hope that you find some enjoyment in listening to them.

Michael








Michael Sanderson - til we part - what you mean to me

2-song CD out now!

CD purchase possible via Bandcamp for €5. With your purchase, you receive free digital files of the CD tracks.



News

  • New Single Dancin On Rooftops

    I'm really happy to let you know that my new single Dancin' On Rooftops has just been released. It’s a brass instrument-driven soul/rock song about homesickness and the importance of staying in touch with loved ones. It captures my experience of moving away from Australia and leaving friends and family behind. I hope you enjoy the track 😊
     
     
    My sincerest thanks go to the following people for their contributions:
     
    Robin Wiemann (Sound Trip Studio, Darmstadt): saxophone, recording, mixing, production, mastering
    Simon Enders: trumpet
    Johanna Amberg: photography and cover image design

  • New single Keep On

    My new single 'Keep On' has just been released. This was the first song I composed and played on the piano and I’m really proud of how it turned out. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed recording it 😊
     
     
    My sincerest thanks go to the following hugely talented people for their contributions:

    Robin Wiemann (Sound Trip Studio, Darmstadt): recording, production, and mastering
    Johanna Amberg: cover artwork

  • Pre-save my new single Keep On

    I’m hugely excited to announce I’m dropping a new track ‘Keep On’ on June 24th.

    Please pre-save 'Keep On' in Spotify or other platforms using the link below. You can also use this link to listen to a short preview of the track.

    https://save-it.cc/heyblau/msanderson-keep-on 

    It would be brilliant if you could pre-save the song and share it with any friends of yours who love original music. This is crucial to build some momentum for the release so that the algorithms on different platforms take notice! Thanks so much for your support : )

  • Light Of Your Life (live)

    Thanks to the Goldene Krone in Darmstadt for giving me the opportunity to play a solo show, as well as everyone who came along and made a brilliant atmosphere. 
     
    Here's a YouTube video of me playing my latest release Light Of Your Life at the show.
     
    Please subscribe to my YouTube Channel to see regular recordings.

  • New single Light of Your Life

    My new single 'Light of Your Life' has just been released!
     
    You can stream or download the track on most digital music platforms including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music and Amazon.
     
    Huge thanks go to the following talented people for their contributions. 
    Robin Wiemann (Sound Trip Studio, Darmstadt): recording, production, and mastering
    Luca Gehring: drums
    Johanna Amberg: cover artwork
     
    I hope you enjoy the track!

  • Acoustic show at Sumpf Club, Darmstadt

    Had a blast playing an acoustic set at the Sumpf Club in Darmstadt. Thanks to everyone who came along. It was my first time there and I was blown away by what a great venue it is. Super friendly staff and clientele who love and support original/alternative musicians.
     
    Here's a YouTube video of me playing my original SYD to LAX at the show.
     
    Please subscribe to my YouTube Channel to see regular recordings.
     

  • First gig after lockdown

    Thanks to everyone who came along to the gig at Agora in Darmstadt. It was brilliant to be able to play live again now that some music venues have opened back up.

    Here is a live recording from the gig of Beautiful Girl. And you can find some photos in the gallery.

    Please subscribe to my YouTube Channel to see regular recordings.

  • New single First World Problems just released

    Really happy to announce the release of my new original song ‘First World Problems’.

    You can stream or download the track on most digital music platforms including YouTube, Spotify, iTunes and Amazon.

    My sincerest thanks go to the following hugely talented people for their contributions. It was a pleasure to work together with you on this release.
    Robin Wiemann (Sound Trip Studio, Darmstadt): recording, production, and mastering
    Simon Enders: trumpet
    Luca Gehring: drums
    Johanna Amberg: cover artwork

    I hope you enjoy listening to the track!

  • New single Control

    My original song ‘Control’ has just been released on most digital platforms (Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, iTunes etc.).
     
    ‘Control’ is a pulsating rock song with a driving bass and drum foundation decorated with luminous guitar and piano melodies. The lyrics tell the story of someone helping a close friend, who is going through a crisis, to get back on their feet and let go of their insecurities.
     
    My sincerest thanks go to the following hugely talented people for their contributions.

    Robin Wiemann (Sound Trip Studio, Darmstadt): recording, production and mastering
    Luca Gehring: drums
    Johanna Amberg: cover artwork
     
    I hope you enjoy listening to the track : )

  • New original song Degrees just released

    I’m really happy to announce that my original song ‘Degrees’ has just been released.

    The track can be streamed or downloaded on most digital platforms (Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, iTunes etc.).

    My sincerest thanks go to Robin Wiemann at Sound Trip Studio in Darmstadt who recorded, produced and mastered the track and to percussion maestro Luca Gehring who played drums. Huge thanks also go to the immensely talented Johanna Amberg who created the cover artwork. It was a privilege to work with such gifted people who share an intense passion for music and art.

    I hope you enjoy listening to the song.

  • Thanks for coming along to the gig

    Thanks to everyone who came along to the gig and especially to the Goldene Krone in Darmstadt, who are so accommodating to local musicians.

    I put up a a couple of videos on YouTube:

    Not My Fault This Time / What You Mean to Me

    All I Want Is You (U2 cover)

  • Gig on December 2nd in Darmstadt

    I'll be playing an acoustic set of some of my original songs as well as a few covers at the Goldene Krone pub. Entry is free. Hope to see you there : )

    December 2nd, starting at 9 pm

    Goldene Krone

    Schustergasse 18

    64283, Darmstadt

     


  • New original tracks released

    Really happy to announce that I’ve just released a double A side with the original tracks: ‘SYD to LAX’ and ‘Stolen Glances’.
     
    Huge thanks go to the wonderfully talented Chemin Oh, who played piano on Stolen Glances, and to percussion maestro Luca Gehring who played drums on both songs. Both tracks were produced and mastered by Robin Wiemann at Sound Trip Studio in Darmstadt, Germany. Robin also contributed saxophone on SYD to LAX. Also many thanks to Richard Schneider who created the cover artwork. I’ll post some more of Richard’s photos soon.
     
    The tracks can be streamed or downloaded on most digital platforms (Spotify, Amazon, iTunes, YouTube etc.).
     
    I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as I enjoyed recording them.

  • New single Beautiful Girl out now!

    My new single ‘Beautiful Girl’ is out now.

    It's an original ballad blending melodic vocals, guitar and cello with lyrics telling a familiar tale of the painful longing for an unattainable and unrequited love.

    Beautiful Girl was recorded and produced in Darmstadt, Germany by Christian Spohn, who also contributed to the composition and played cello and bass guitar.

    You can stream or download the track on most digital platforms like Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, YouTube, Bandcamp and many others.

    I hope you enjoy listening to it!

  • New song recorded!

    I’ve just recorded an original acoustic ballad Beautiful Girl.

    Once the mixing and mastering is finished, it will go live on your favorite digital platforms.

    I’ll keep you posted.

  • First release out now!

    My first release, a double A-side, is out now showcasing two original tracks.

    What You Mean To Me weaves hard-rock guitar riffs with a thumping rhythm section, reminiscent of Queens of the Stone Age and Green Day. Meanwhile, Til We Part evolves from an intimate blend of acoustic guitar and personal lyrics to achieve rocking crescendo.

    Use the links to access the songs on your preferred digital platform (Spotify, iTunes, Amazon, YouTube etc.).

    CD purchase possible via Bandcamp for €5. With your purchase, you receive free digital files of the CD tracks.

    More original songs will be released soon so stay tuned.
Michael Sanderson

Contact

Please direct all enquires and requests to
info@michaelsanderson.net

CD purchases currently possible via Bandcamp