“A rarity - a pop composer who isn’t afraid to use his wit or to wear his heart for all to hear.” — CBC RadioThe joyous spirit of piano-pop songwriter Mike Evin pulses through his music, uplifting and soulful. He’s earned a devoted following throughout North America, and among some of Canada’s most renowned musicians - like Barenaked Ladies and Ron Sexsmith.“Mike Evin taps into what motivates people, and champions the search for happiness.”— Jim Creeggan (Barenaked Ladies)The songs shine through the speakers on Evin’s fifth full-length album, Life As A Lover (released Fall 2015) - an ode to finding new love and learning to live with loves past. Tastefully produced by JUNO-nominee Howie Beck (Feist, Walk Off the Earth, Hannah Georgas) in Evin’s current home base of Toronto, the album bounds through exuberant handclaps, funky finger-snaps, ohh la la backups and catchy synth lines.In 2015, CBC Radio 2 called Evin the “next big thing”, and the lead single “Have I Ever Loved?” was among the Top 20 most played songs of 2015 on CBC Sonica. “Al Green” reached #1 on Sirius XM’s The Verge. The video for “Have I Ever Loved?” won hearts with its cast of seniors. Following the release of his debut album, Barenaked Ladies were so taken by Evin’s energy that they took him under their collective wing and helped produce his second album, I’ll Bring The Stereo. Evin’s live show, solo or as a duo with drummer Ian MacKay (Basia Bulat), never fails to grab hold of a crowd. Over his travels of living in home-town Montreal, New York, Halifax and Toronto, Evin has shared stages with not only the beaten upright piano he’s toured with but Canadian colleagues such as Sexsmith, Dan Mangan, Sarah Harmer and Amy Millan of Stars. He supported Barenaked Ladies on their Spring 2017 US tour, bringing his music to 1,500-3,000 seat theatres and many new fans. Evin is currently working on a new album set for release in 2018.