Milwaukee based artist/songwriter Tommy Malta performs primarily around the midwest . Since the early 1990's, he has lent his vocal and instrumental talents to an array of working cover and original groups. All the while, he absorbs elements into his own writing style, which is essentially medium to light rock. He performs publicly approximately 150 shows per year. In 2003 he started the Easystreet Rock band, which released "Live From the Gun" in October of that year. This EP length disc is a collection of some of Tommy's songs as they were recorded raw live in clubs.
Tommy Malta is a member of WAMI (Wisconsin Music Industry).
www.maltamediamusic.com

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Midwestern rocker and balladeer Tommy Malta performs contemporary rock that is straight forward in its approach. His lyrics, though deceptively simple in concept, can be quite rich in their depth. He and the Easystreet Rock band are currently supporting their 2003 release: "Live From the Gun", an EP length debut effort recorded in intimate live settings during the bands formative period. They are in preproduction stages of a full length studio release.

Similar Artists

Influences of many of the above artists can be heard in various original songs penned by this artist. Live, Tommy Malta has shown the intensity of a young Joe Cocker or Metallica. He now leads the Easystreet Rock band which instrumentally is a cross between Jethro Tull and the Silver Bullet band.

Influences

All kinds of rock music. Early on heavily influenced by Metallica and Ozzy. Became influenced by songs and artists from the late 50's through the 70's. Loves both hit songs/singles as well as classic

Bio

Born in Hollywood, 1977. Son of a navy veteran and a nurse. His uncle Robert is a charted hit songwriter. Tommy began performing professionally at age 13 as a bass player and singer. Also began writing songs at same time.
Has survived band implosions, vehicle explosions, theft of all gear, and worse.

Albums

This Artist has 1 Album
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