Name:
Michael Jenkins

Place of Birth:
Knoxville, TN

Instruments:
Guitar, Piano

Why I Play Music:
I play music because thats the best way I can express my emotions, thoughts, and feelings.  I’ve always been drawn to music because of the honesty in which it can convey these things to other people.

Most Influential Musicians:
Neil Young, Duane Allman, Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings, Wilco, The Avett Brothers, Jim James, R.L. Burnside, The Beatles

Favorite Concert Moment:
The Avett Brothers – 08 at the Bijou –  This was my first time seeing the Avett Brothers live.  I had never seen a band present such truth, honesty, and raw energy on stage.  That show forever changed how I write music and play music.

Favorite Guv’nahs Concert:
Bijou Theater – 4/10/09 – Unbelievable show.  Anytime you have the opportunity to play at one of the best sounding rooms in the country, its bound to be memorable.  Having a packed house, all our friends on stage, and releasing our first album just put the night over the edge.

Favorite Quote:
“Consider the rights of others before your own feelings and the feelings of others before your own rights.” – John Wooden

Dream Concert Location For The Guv’s:
Madison Square Garden – because NYC is the center of the world.

Who Would You Most Want To Go On Tour With?
ROLLING STONES……but realistically, My Morning Jacket, Wilco, or The Avetts