Meet Michael B. Tipton, a seasoned American singer-songwriter who has spent over 26 years performing for audiences nationwide. With remarkable versatility across genres (including folk, country, electronic, indie, and hard rock), his compositions are written to be adapted to various musical styles. Michael made his mark as a member of acclaimed bands such as Tabla Rasa (1999-2005), 5 Defy (2006-2008), Molly Picture Club (2009-2013), and Kodascope (2013-2016).

He is also the driving force behind Found A Job, a popular 8-piece tribute to Talking Heads since 2012, where he embodies David Byrne's essence. In addition to his live performances, Michael's songwriting prowess has earned him placements on notable TV shows like "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" and various Discovery Channel segments. With an extraordinary ability to connect through heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and a solid beat, Michael B Tipton continues to enchant audiences with his music. Stay tuned as this artist ventures into new musical horizons.

Like his idol, Bob Wills, Michael can create a show with top-notch performers in his band, The Scoundrels. Songs that fall between the swing of Bob Wills and the sting of Sturgill Simpson are where his music lives. Luck’s A Deaf Dog, for example, is rooted deep in Waylon Jennings’ traditional outlaw country, while The Field’s 3/4 time and stripped-down simplicity is reminiscent of a cowboy campfire song. Starting with “Michael Tipton & Friends” nights at The Pairing in Kansas City, his band solidified over time to include pedal steel guitar and down-and-dirty lead guitar, leading him to open for national acts on large stages and selling out venues like Knuckleheads’ Gospel Lounge.

But it all comes down to getting the crowd involved and up out of their seats. “I have no idea what the crowd thinks of my songs unless they dance,” he laughs. “The goal of all my live performances is to touch people’s hearts in a way that their asses follow it to the dancefloor.” He also boasts several covers that span the 1940s-present day traditional country music including country western classics like Walking The Floor, and Stay A Little Longer, Outlaw Country bangers Whiskey River, Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way? and White Line Fever, as well modern revivalist songs Life of Sin (Sturgill Simpson), Diggin’ Holes (Brent Cobb) and Good Lord Lorrie (Turnpike Troubadours).

But covers aren’t the only thing that Michael and his band have to offer. Original songs like Scoundrel and The Field have been picked up on streaming platform playlists monthly. His debut album Out Of The Woods came out in October 2023, making it on Saving Country Music’s Most Anticipated Country Albums of Fall 2023 list. His band consists of drums, bass, electric and acoustic guitars, and pedal steel, boasting some of the most gifted musicians in Kansas City. As a result, Michael and his band have shared festival stages with Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit (2023), Michael Ray (Warner Bros, 2023), Nathaniel Rateliff (2022), and numerous regional acts.