The Shop, a live recording event presented by Top Hat Recordings LLC, will feature Michigan Mick & The Backroad Preachers on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 8:30 PM to 11:00 PM at 23305 Dequindre Rd., Hazel Park, MI 48030. The performance will highlight their breakout song “I’m Coming Home,” as heard on B.B. King’s Bluesville, along with “Last Love,” which was selected for the Top 100 Independent Artist Showcase at the 2025 Grammy Awards. For more details, visit michiganmick.com or contact info@michiganmick.com
On this night, Michigan Mick took the stage at Detroit’s historic Cadieux Café, bringing the house down with tracks from his latest album, Big Leg Woman. Fans were treated to a night of soulful vocals, blistering guitar solos, and the kind of blues-rock energy only Mick delivers. The performance not only celebrated the new album but also marked a homecoming moment in Detroit’s thriving music scene.
A milestone moment for Michigan Mick arrived at the 2025 Grammy Awards. Out of tens of thousands of independent releases, his song “Last Love” (from Big Leg Woman) was selected for the Top 100 Independent Artist Showcase. This recognition placed Mick among the standout voices in today’s blues and rock scene. The honor highlighted his commitment to authentic songwriting, powerful performances, and keeping the blues alive for new generations.
In March 2025, Michigan Mick’s track “Your Clothes Don’t Look Right” broke into Michigan’s Top 10 Songs Chart, securing the No. 10 spot. Known for its smooth shuffle groove and no-nonsense lyrics, the song resonated with fans across the state and beyond. This recognition places Mick alongside other acclaimed Michigan acts, further cementing his place in the region’s rich musical legacy.
Michigan Mick proudly represented Michigan’s blues scene at the International Blues Challenge two years in a row. In 2024, he took the stage for the West Michigan Blues Society, and in 2025, he carried the banner for the Detroit Blues Society. Both experiences showcased his Mississippi-rooted style of blues. Competing among top-tier musicians from across the globe, Mick proved that independent artists can command international stages with power and authenticity.