About Mike Hernandez: Mike Hernandez started his musical career at an early age. His first taste of the spotlight was at the age of 9, his mother Sandy Hernandez stopping a mariachi group riding on a float in the Cinco De Mayo parade in Andrews, TX telling the group, “This is my mijo (my son) and he sings!”. Hernandez recalls getting to perform with the band for the entire parade! Hernandez initially started singing mariachi music and later developed his love for country music. Mike states; “I started singing music like Pedro and Vincente Fernandez”. Music has always been a positive outlet for Hernandez, along with 23 years of bull riding! He joined The American Junior Rodeo Association in grade school and climbed the ranks to the professional level. Perhaps it's this dangerous sport that taught him to be persistent even in his music career. Hernandez pointed out, bull riding taught him how to work hard to be the best! After attending community college Hernandez enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He served our country from 1998 until 2000, stationed in North Carolina; in 2002, Mike Hernandez went to the police academy in Odessa Tx, and graduated top in his class, Mike proudly stated, “I was proud to serve my country and was honored with awards and medals over there.” During his service he took the opportunity to showcase his talent by preforming at bars. “I would go to bars and ask if I could play the first song of the night”, Hernandez says. Hernandez is the youngest of three sons. Hernandez formed a band in April 2010 that became one of the hottest country bands in the Permian Basin. Their audience grew with every performance. They didn't just play music… They entertained and interacted with the crowd, keeping the dance floor hopping! Now, living as Hernandez lives in Nashville you may even catch him on the dance floor from time to time! He puts the fun into Texas Country music by performing top country favorites along with show stopping bilingual originals. Don't pass up a chance to see him perform! Recently, Hernandez relocating from Texas to Music City. This Nashville newcomer has tightened his grip on his career and is coming out of the gate stronger than ever! With an intensely warm voice, this singer/songwriter has proven to be a talented and professional musician. Definitely a local favorite full of drive and ambition! He’s powerful on stage and provides that passionate classic country vibe that has been greatly missed for a number of years! Being bilingual is just another one of Mike's attributes, we all love a great Freddy Fender cover from time to time. Pair these with other classic covers and Mike's originals and no one will want to leave the dance floor! Hernandez says, “That's what it's all about for me, if I see people on the dance floor then I'm happy”! Some of the songs Hernandez has recorded are real tear-jerkers on the other hand, life experiences that his fans can relate to. Hernandez added, “Helping people to feel the songs that I've lived and/or relate to myself is very important to me!” Mike Hernandez has opened up for a large roster of major musicians along with numerous Texas Country acts. These musicians range from Dwight Yoakam, Mark McKinney, Wade Bowen, and Kyle Park just to name a few. Carnival Cruise Lines booked him for a two week tour and rumor has it he's just booked another cruise in April 2018! CMA Music Fest welcomed Hernandez to the stage as a showcase artist in 2016 and couldn't wait to welcome him back again in 2017! Hernandez has held a single on the Nashville Music Row Charts along with two others on the Texas TRRR charts for a solid 17 weeks. Recently, Hernandez has also made an appearance in the hit television show Nashville! Hernandez enjoys being able to stay connected with his fans through all social media, you will find links provided below! Hernandez is also dedicated to donating his time and performances to a vast number of charities that benefit children, cancer patients and survivors, as well as veteran services! Links To: Artist Website: https://www.mikehernandezmuzic.com Artist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikehernandezmusic Artist Twitter: www.twitter.com/mshcoyote Artist Instagram: www.instagram.com/mshcoyote Artist Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3vb6QWAQ1svxMo1O5ah4Ok Label: Independent TRT: 3:46 ISRC: QM6N22498837 Song IPI# BMI# 11321645 Songwriters: Coy Fulmer, Rand Brown, Mike Hilliard Songwriters’ IPI#: ASCAP# 334444673, BMI# 561362951, BMI# 199827008 Publisher: Coy Fulmer, Rand Brown, Mike Hilliard Publisher’s IPI# ASCAP# 334444673, BMI# 561362951, BMI# 199827008