BIO
Get ready to experience the electrifying talent of Blaque Dynamite, also known as Mike Mitchell, a musical force who has spent over a decade redefining what it means to be a professional musician. This Grammy Award-winning artist has shared stages with legends like Chick Corea, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, and Thundercat, building a career that has influenced a new generation. His sound is a fearless blend of jazz, funk, and metal—a fiery fusion that has set stages ablaze across five continents. Whether he's touring with Thundercat or commanding the stage in Dubai, Blaque Dynamite delivers every beat with undeniable purpose and passion.
Blaque Dynamite has given new meaning to the cliché that age is just a number. He began drumming at the age of two, played in his first live recording session at seven, and had secured a roster of drum company endorsements by the time he was just eleven years old. His relentless passion for music led him to study music theory at twelve, and at fourteen, he was honing his craft at the renowned Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts—the same school that fostered the talents of legends like Norah Jones and Erykah Badu. This early dedication laid the foundation for a career of unprecedented success and recognition.
A true musical prodigy, Blaque Dynamite is a prolific artist, consistently releasing new music digitally and on vinyl. His discography includes four groundbreaking albums, three EPs, and a highly anticipated new release coming this fall 2025. He has collaborated with an impressive roster of artists, including Stanley Clarke, Lil Yachty, MonoNeon and Cory Henry. His impressive list of accolades includes 1 Grammy live with Erykah Badu, 14 DownBeat Music Awards and performance credits with Grammy-winning artists such as Christian McBride, Kamasi Washington, and the legendary Clark Sisters.
From performing on a global stage at the inaugural International Jazz Day Celebration with Herbie Hancock to touring five of the seven continents, Blaque Dynamite's journey is nothing short of spectacular. His electrifying stage presence and ability to sing with raw intensity will leave you with goosebumps long after the show ends. Don’t miss your chance to witness a new generation of talent in action, the legend, Blaque Dynamite!