User talk:MichaelPeace

Michael Peace was born in Alameda California in 1947. Moving to Wisconsin in 1952 he grew up in a small farming community which gave him his humble and easy going roots. He learned to play piano by ear later switching to guitar and starting his own band Attila and the Huns in 1964.

Founding members of the Huns were Lead Guitarist Mike Peace, Bassist Barry Berdal, Drummer Walter Staniec and Rhythm guitarist Douglas Deuel. The band became quite popular on the local dance and club circuit, eventually releasing a self-financed 45 single on the Sara record label. Having had only 2000 copies of Cheryl/The Lonely Huns pressed, they quickly sold out selling most of the autographed copies during live performances.

In 1966 the band broke up after high school graduation but was quickly reformed. Drummer Rich LeGault, bassist Denny Lewan, singer/guitarist Michael Peace and rhythm guitarist Ben Wiesneiwski were all members of the Wisconsin-based Attila and the Huns in 1967 when the band placed second in a local battle of the bands contest and caught the attention of businessman/manager/producer Lenny LaCour who recommend changing their name to Filet of Soul.

Released by LaCour's Dynamic Records label the band debuted with the 1969 blue-eyed soul single 'Sweet Lovin' b/w 'Do Your Own Thing' (Dynamic catalog number 1002). The single did nothing nationally with only minor local success but LaCour was impressed enough to sign the band to his own Magic Touch label, financing other releases Hula Shake b/w Hurry Back, Walk in the Vineyards and 1969's 'Proud Mary' b/w (Get Out, Get Out) We Want Peace'. Like the debut their sophomore release did nothing commercially, but LaCour continued to support the band, financing an album on his small Chicago-based Moniquid Records.

Produced by LaCour (he also contributed a couple of songs), 1970's "Freedom" was different from a lot of era albums in that it showcased a largely original set of material. Largely penned by Peace (there were two covers), the album showcased an interesting mix of blue-eyed soul ('Treat Her Right'), top-40 pop ('Here's Where I Get Off') and tougher rock material ('Come To Me'). As lead singer Peace had a great voice that was more than capable of handling the band's diverse repertoire. It was all performed with the kind of naive enthusiasm that more than compensated for whatever performance short comings the band had and for the somewhat low-fi sound and production. Interestingly virtually every one of the twelve songs had commercial potential, but these guys were at their best when playing straight ahead rock - the wah-wah guitar propelled title track, 'Big City U.S.A.', the fuzz-driven 'Standin at the Wrong Machine' and the raging garage screamer 'Steppin Into You Fire'. There was also a nice cover of The Zombies' 'Tell Her No'. Certainly not the most original album you've ever heard, but thoroughly filled with excitement.

Michael managed to keep his band working and touring for the next 20 years. It was at this point that the band began to lose interest in the rigors of the business and went off in different directions. Michael continued as a solo entertainer using self produced back up instrument recordings plus live guitar and vocals. He began playing more and more original songs during live shows around the Chicago area getting the best responses to his self penned music.

With the coming of the internet Michael has seen more and more success with his music being played and downloaded on web sites and radio stations around the world.

Having recorded over 26 CD albums including some 6 instrumentals CDs, a Christmas classic of original warm and family oriented story songs and multi genre productions, Peace has currently carved out a niche for lovers of good old fashioned love songs. His lyrics are well structured and arranged with an Adult Contemporary feel. Listening to Peace’s songs you will hear absolutely beautiful melodies and vocal performances that rival the best that the music industry can offer.

AfD nomination of Michael Peace

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