Currently based in Berlin, multi instrumentalist Michael Anderson possesses a repertoire of emotional acoustic ballads, layered with flute melodies, choral vocals and coloured bass lines.
His EP, 'Wishful Thinking' (May 2025) tells the hopeful story of a young, confused man navigating the rollercoaster of his 20s in the modern age.
Michael’s debut solo single, amassed over 50,000 streams in its first 3 months. His sophomore single with renowned UK Producer Peter Lyons saw his music reach audiences in 73 countries. Michael's talents aren't confined to the studio either; from 2012 he was selected as one of the four flautists nationwide for the NZ National KBB Orchestra which included a tour to the USA. This coupled with multiple national tours and countless festival badges playing bass in various artist projects as well as solo gigs across a range of historic venues across London solidifies Michaels place as a prominent and passionate world touring musician/artist.
In the heart of Kiwi music, Mikey has left an indelible mark, contributing his musical prowess to bands like The BackChat, Brown Sugar Factory, Kazia, Moon Dispute, KoeKoe, Remetik, Villette, Enla Arbodela and The Vibes. Notably, the Vibes secured third-place on the second season of The XFactor New Zealand, leading to a record deal with Sony Music and coveted slots at major festivals like Rhythm and Vines and Homegrown.
Whether you're seeking an intimate acoustic ambiance or an energetic groove, Michael brings a unique blend of years of touring experience coupled with raw & powerful channeled emotion to every performance. Michael’s live sets include acoustic renditions of a variety of he best work as well as known covers, integrated with a loop pedal, guitar & both voice and flute.
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/michaelarminanderson
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZradS5sGwVmpjUrLHIMd0?si=UYJ-M-OuQ5ed28huIDDNrw
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaelarminanderson
Instagram: https://instagram.com/michaelarminanderson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC08GSr1X1ljDpFJQrLh7btA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikeyanderso
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelarminanderson
Solo Live Gig - Promo: https://youtube.com/shorts/9hxLuMi3Nzw
Info/Bookings: michael@asymmetrix.co.nz | UK +49 152 926 15959
09/05/2025
60,000 Streams
Released 2025
09/02/2024
40,000 Streams
Released 2024
500+ Monthly Listeners
100,000+ Streams
Released 2013 - 2025
Various Artists
1960 - 2025
Michael Anderson - Why oh why - Official Music Video
Debut music video for Why oh why.
Michael Anderson - Sugar Honey (Live at MoveSpace 2022)
Live version of Sugar Honey by Michael Anderson at MoveSpace Studios 2022.
Bass Meddling
Bass mashup of meddly of different & challenging lines mixed together and played live.
The Vibes - Make It Rain (Cover) 3rd Place XFactor NZ
Michael Anderson on Bass guitar during The XFactor NZ Live Shows. This band went on to tour nationally across New Zealand playing headline shows & appearing on most major festival bills.
Brown Sugar Factory - Palimos (feat. Mr O6OO) - Music Video
Michael Anderson on Bass guitar. Brown Sugar Factory was also managed by Michael & went on to tour nationally across New Zealand festivals.
Michael Anderson - I Want You Back (Cover)
Multitrack stem build of a little Motown piece in 14 parts all played by Michael.
| Event | Capacity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| The Vibes - Balloons over Waikato Festival | 25,000 | Waikato University Grounds, New Zealand |
| The Vibes - Rhythm & Vines Mainstage | 15,000 | Gisborne, New Zealand |
| Brown Sugar Factory - Nelson Arts Festival | 4000 | Nelson, New Zealand |
| Brown Sugar Factory Headline - Phoenix The Venue | 350 | Auckland, New Zealand |
| The Vibes - Homegrown | 20,000 | Wellington, New Zealand |
| Solo Set - Elliots | 50 | Prets Wood, London, UK |
| Solo Set - Fantail and Turtle | 150 | Takapuna, New Zealand |
| Solo Set - Sweatshop | 250 | Auckland Central, New Zealand |