Michael Boezi

MICHAEL BOEZI: BOOKING

Streaming and samples: Apple | YouTube | Pandora | Tidal | Spotify | Bandcamp
Connect: Instagram | TikTok or @mboezi anywhere and everywhere else

I am a songwriter and performing artist in Boston, MA. I play regularly around metro Boston (40-50 shows/year). See videos below for a samples of each of my formats. I have 2+ hours of original material in each format.

Artist Statement

My goal is to create a nice evening for your patrons, full stop.

If you’ve booked me before, you know what I’m talking about. I play thoughtful, interesting songs – a little different than the standard, strummy folk format. I am charming and compelling on stage, and try to form a lasting connection with the audience. We have fun together.

If I haven’t played your venue before, I’m worth a try. If your venue has a draw, I am usually able to hold audience attention so that they’ll order another round of drinks. I always introduce myself around the room; and almost always attract post-show conversation. I want to get to know your patrons.

My Draw:

The last two gigs I had (Mar & Apr 2025) both drew 60+ people, including City Winery downtown with $24 advance tickets. Here’s a video sample from that show:

My max was 100 ticketed ($10 ea), though that was exceptional, honestly. I can usually get 15-20 people to come out (a Thurs/Fri/Sat) and have a few gigs/year where I can get over 50. But of course, like everyone, I’ve also had dud nights too with a dozen people total. Promo is a heavy lift every time with no guarantees, as you well know.

All I can say is that I’m good to work with, I will promote the show really well, and I believe strongly that any successful evening has to work for all 3 parties – the audience, the artist(s), AND the venue. This means we work together to make a great night.

  • I produce and release music regularly: michaelboezi.com/singles
  • I play a lot to develop my following: michaelboezi.com/shows
  • I have a large local mailing list – my best marketing asset
  • And I have a good-sized, actively engaged following on social

Note: Blackout requests will be considered with a guarantee (in effect, paying for a date “buffer”).

Artist: Michael Boezi

Solo Format

  • Guitar & voice is busking, “electric folk” Billy Bragg style. Electric guitar, but clean, not loud.
  • Dynamic, riff-based songs: Modern and topical, gets people to “lean in” and listen.

Duo Format

  • Guitar, voice, and drums in a small combo for low-volume venues.
  • Retains a singer-songwriter feel to it, while filling out the sound. Good placed as an opening act.

Band Format

  • 4-piece: Guitar, bass, drums, pedal steel – vocals and harmonies
  • Americana feel to it, “partsy” with lots of dynamics, while still focused on smart lyrics.

Upcoming Shows

BIO: SHORT, LOCAL

Michael Boezi writes and performs original songs about current challenges in the culture in a busking, “electric folk” Billy Bragg style. Michael’s music has drawn comparisons to Billy Bragg, Andrew Bird, Kurt Vile, Dire Straits, Mountain Goats, R.E.M, Lord Huron, Johnny Marr, and Richard Thompson. His recorded music features some of Boston’s best musicians as collaborators. They are available in all streaming platforms and Bandcamp under “Michael Boezi.”

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