“Mike Merola’s talent as a guitar player has impacted me in several different ways. First, by just hearing the power and finesse he brings to his playing with his outstanding band, The City Boys. But it was as his student that I truly was able to witness his superb skills as a guitarist. Mike taught me more in a few months time than I’d learned in the previous decade: and in all styles: blues, jazz, rock and all their possible combinations. Mike is one of New York’s best guitarists, and I look forward to a larger audience being able to enjoy his gifts.”

Jim Watkins
News Anchor
New York City

Mike Merola is a veteran of TV news, but his passion is the blues… and then some.

This talented “sound” man for WPIX TV in New York makes gorgeous sounds with his guitar, an instrument he first picked up at age 9. Whether it’s a rock song or a ballad, Mike injects just the right mood into a piece to make you want to close your eyes and just enjoy his great skills.

Over the years, Mike has gathered together a stunning array of vocalists, sax men, bass guitarists and keyboardists to form City Boys.

His previous CDs have been top notch–and the latest, “Look Out, Here We Come”–will impress you with the strength of all the performances. Mike’s beautiful guitar licks will inspire you to just relax–and enjoy the music!

I salute Mike for his achievement with “Look Out, Here We Come” and encourage all of you to take a listen.Mike Merola is a veteran of TV news, but his passion is the blues… and then some.

Mary Murphy
Reporter
WPIX TV New York

“I first heard Mike’s music over the studio speakers as I was preparing my weather forecasts for PIX News. I was knocked out! Mike’s guitar playing, and The City Boys, are the hottest things I’ve come across since last July in Arizona!”

Lisa Mateo
Weekend Weather Anchor
PIX11 News
New York City

“Mike has been an audio expert at my television station in New York for years and when you hear him play you’ll see why that makes perfect sense.

The man knows sound, when it comes to great music, and especially when it comes to his exceptional guitar-playing.

I saw him play live at a concert in Manhattan a few years back, and was blown away. He seems somewhat reserved when you first meet him, but on the stage, he is all fire and soul.

I love Mike’s music, and I know you will, too”

Kaity Tong
Anchor
WPIX TV News
New York City