MIKE KEY is a pseudonym acquired over the last few years by musician singer songwriter Michael Pawloski, (Pav-lusky) the youngest of ten children growing up in Byron Center, Michigan. Mike’s musical interest started with a guitar at age 13.  In his early 20’s Mike studied under retired Metropolitan Opera vocal coach, Gordon VanRye.  After being told by his older brother, “Bands are always looking for bass players”.  Mike chose to become one and went on to establish such local bands as: Stellar, Black Pearl and Mr. Whoo Ha. He also wrote a theme song for a nationally syndicated snowmobile show called, “Michigan on Snowmobiles”. Mr. Pawloski’s proudest personal achievement is performing for 18 consecutive years at the Grand Rapids Festival of the Arts with Mr. Bill Hendriksen owner of Sound Field Studios and with over 30 local musicians over the years as a band called Homemade Jams.

  Bill died unexpectedly in June of 2008 which put an end to a great run. Bill’s wife has allowed the studio to remain operational. Just before Bill’s death, Mike asked him for all his master tapes that had been recorded over the years. Sound Field Studios engineer Pete Bass and Mike went in to the studio and made this album from those tapes. Many of these songs have been performed live by Mike over the years. Now these 10 previously unreleased songs are all on one CD and it’s about time.

About the CD

Mike Key’s debut album “It’s About Time”, reflects Mike’s eclectic writing style from its straight ahead rock opening track, “Can’t Spend Love”, to its closing ballad “So Long”. The diversity of this indie genre album is striking. From the sharp poke at our justice system with blues track “Buy Justice”, to a reggae tune “Love of Ja”, derived from a goof with a one second delay, this album still has a flow. 119 was inspired by church burnings in 1996, now upon reflection is a dyslexic 911 cry for help that is as relevant as ever. The songs on this CD were chosen by Mike for their ability to be played either acoustically or with a full band.    Not only will you enjoy this album, but don’t be surprised if you can’t get these tunes out of your head. Great CD.