Pop/Art Song/Folk / Post Bop / Post-Fusion Contemporary / Fusion / Nu Jazz / Hard Bop / Eclectic Fusion • United States
Michael T. Mainieri, Jr. (born July 4, 1938, the Bronx, New York City) is a vibraphonist best known for his work with the jazz fusion group Steps Ahead. Mainieri was a pioneer in introducing an electronic vibraphone, known as a "synth-vibe" and has recorded with such musicians as Buddy Rich, Wes Montgomery and Jeremy Steig. He performed for a live album by Laura Nyro, and was featured on several tracks from the Dire Straits album Love Over Gold. He has also released numerous albums and videos as a leader for a variety of labels. As a producer, he produced three albums for Carly Simon. Mainieri married singer-songwriter/harpist Dee Carstensen in 1993. They have a daughter, Ruby Anna.
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