Michael Hanson Cantwell Artist Profile

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We All Got Battles (Singer-Songwriter)
Pop - Easy Listening
Plays: 107

Bang (You're in Love)
Pop - Rock
Plays: 275

Blonde in a Blue Truck (F-150)
Country - Contemporary
Plays: 138

HELLCAT! (Pat Benatar over the top!!)
Rock - Classic
Plays: 81

Don't Clip Your Own Wings (Female)
Country - Contemporary
Plays: 9

Back to You (Female)
Rock - Easy Listening
Plays: 33

I Am Love (Singer-Songwriter)
Folk - Rock
Plays: 13

Drinking Beer and Singing Loud (Holy Shit this is good fun!)
Country - Contemporary
Plays: 151

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Michael Hanson Cantwell is a songwriter, composer, musician, and does home studio recording. Mike Cantwell lives in "the land of pleasant living" on the Delmarva (DELaware, MARyland, VirginiA) Peninsula on the East Coast between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
Mike has had over 50 songs "Selected" on Broadjam and 20 songs "Forwarded" by TAXI Music.

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Michael Hanson Cantwell

Michael Hanson Cantwell: A Lyricist with a Passion for Storytelling and Emotion
Michael Hanson Cantwell is a creative force in the world of songwriting, known for crafting vivid, emotionally resonant lyrics that span genres from Modern Country to Pop, Alternative Rock, Jazz, Classical, and Indie to Soundtracks. With a talent for weaving compelling narratives, Michael Hanson Cantwell draws inspiration from everyday life, blending humor, romance, and raw honesty into each song. Whether it is the tension of a cowboy's flirtation, the paradoxes of fame, romantic love, or the tender moments of family love, Michael Hanson Cantwell delivers stories that captivate listeners and linger in their hearts.

With a knack for crafting catchy hooks and memorable choruses, Michael Hanson Cantwell creates songs that are as relatable as they are unique. Their lyrics often feature vivid imagery, heartfelt metaphors, and playful banter, reflecting his love for creativity and authenticity. Drawing influence from iconic songwriters like Diane Warren, Max Martin, Bernie Taupin, and blending it with his own distinctive voice, Michael Hanson Cantwell aims to connect deeply with audiences through music. His work celebrates freedom, love, and the beauty of life's small moments, making them a songwriter to watch.

Michael Hanson Cantwell is a songwriter and lyricist whose words come to life through dynamic, genre-spanning music. With a gift for crafting heartfelt, evocative lyrics, Michael Hanson Cantwell turns stories into memorable songs. From soulful Modern Country ballads to energetic Pop anthems and introspective Indie Rock tracks, his music reflects the depth and versatility of his creative vision.

Michael Hanson Cantwell's music celebrates the beauty of life's small moments, the thrill of adventure, and the complexity of human connection. Whether it is a duet capturing romantic tension or a fast-paced Indie Rock anthem, his songs move hearts and energize souls.

"I am a Songwriter. I have the power of music to put life into mere words. To create magic. To touch people. To move people emotionally or move people to dance, I am a songwriter." -Michael Hanson Cantwell

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Desire in My Veins

Comments

Chet Nichols

3 days ago to Michael Hanson Cantwell

Hi Michael, thanks for the review of my "live version" of my song, "Lumbering Mountain".

It was recorded "live back" in 1971 at the astute Cowtown Ballroom in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. That is a "real live audience" and not AI. They didn't have AI back in 1971. And as far as I can remember, there were no "live clapping seals in the back ground". That particular evening, I was performing my opening show for The Kansas City Philharmonic Orchestra at Cowtown. It was the first time that a Philharmonic Orchestra had ever performed at a rock 'n' roll venue.

That was one of the very few "live performances" recorded of my shows, which is odd considering I toured as a solo-act from 1967 till 1981 and was playing about 150-180 shows a year. But, the NAME act normally were the ones who the sound guys recorded. I toured and opened as a solo, singer-songwriter and performer on guitar, piano, dulcimer and harmonica for people like: Linda Ronstadt, John Denver, The Jefferson Airplane, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, BB King, Poco, Eagles, John Lee Hooker, the Dead, Janis Joplin, Jethro Tull, Brewer & Shipley, Charlie Daniels, Kris Kristofferson, The Guess Who and many others. It was an amazing period in my career.

After my final performance, the orchestra had me join them playing harmonica. After that the conductor gave me one of the gold-leaf music stands as a gift from the orchestra. I still feature it proudly in my studio.

Yes, the track may not be one of the vintage pristine "live tracks" from the era because the mic set-up was set to record the orchestra, so it is a little uneven, but the essence shines through. I am grateful we could salvage the old tape and make a couple passes to transfer it to a digital format many years later.

Also, respect your not caring for the song. Not every song is for everyone. I respect other people's opinions. I wrote that song as a tribute to my long-time acoustic guitar, "Polly", that I had custom-made back in 1966. I toured with "Polly" for years and is still my main recording guitar for acoustic. Every other guitar-ist who heard that guitar offered to buy it. Stephen Stills adored that guitar and offered me $10,000 to buy it. I refused. "Lumbering Mountain" was one of Stephen Still's and David Crosby's favorite songs I had written. I created a very special tuning for that song. I used to climb the tall hill behind my Kansas farm with Polly in tow and sat at the top of the "mountain" and write songs.

There is a version that is not a "live" version on my album, "Lumbering Mountain".

So, there is a little background to this song. I am sorry it didn't live up to your standards and expectations. But, at the time, it was what came from my imagination.

Hope you have a great Holiday!

Chester