Once you hear his music, you'll understand why Brooklyn born Michael St. Fleur doesnt' need a catchy nickname to draw attention to himself. He's simply, Mike. You ask, okay who is Mike? What does he do? How is he different from all the other rapper/singer/hip hop artists coming out? The answers; Mike is the soothingly explosive newcomer to Milwaukee based Block Star Records. He does it all. Really! He's sings; check the sexually mellow mood of Spanish Girl. He raps, easing you to the
dance floor on Get Fired. He writes, mixing both english and Spanish from his Puerto Rican and Dominican roots. He's different because he's learned from and respects the pioneers. He doesn't proclaim himself to be the best or the king of anything, he just brings you the music stirring in his soul. Let me take you back. Mike got his first taste of rap at the age of 12, when he came upon his older brother listening to Jay-Z's infamous Reasonable Doubt album. That alone should tell you how serious this young man is. Taking in the hardcore beats and in your face lyrics that only Jigga Man can bring, Mike was hooked! He began listening to more rap and with the encouragement of his sister, started listening to other genres of music as well. Some of his favorite and most respected artists are Curtis Blow, Doug E. Fresh, and of course Biggie and Pac. But those are just some rap favorites. He also listens to Guns and Roses, Phil Collins, Elton John, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight and many others. His sister believed that by Mike being well cultured, it would add to his diversity and creativity. She was right. Over time Mike's confidence built and he was soon battle rapping and leavin' the mic smokin' when he was done. It wasn't long before he caught the eye of Executive Producer Julian Booth of Slip and Slide records who recognized Mike's talent instantly. Soon Mike was entertaining other artists like Angie Martinez who absolutely blown away by Mike's gift. So now, with the management and guidance of Diablo, Founder and CEO of Block Star Records, Mike is ready for the world! Mike believes that music is one big melting pot and he's ready to add to it. You can check out Mike's incredible talent for yourself at www.myspace.com/rocthamic33 - You'll be glad you did.
