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MIKE THOMAS
“the grit of Americana storytelling with the undeniable catchy groove of country music”
THE MIKE THOMAS BAND
The MT Band has developed a reputation for its live shows. Known for delivering a heavy dose of MT's original tunes alongside classic country, rock and blues covers, the band is a must see for fans of roots music. They’ve been playing together for years and bring a continuity and energy to the stage that is contagious.
HELL IN HIGH WATER
Premiered Feb 12, 2025. Videographer - Cecil Scarbrough. Photos contributed by Hunter Simpson & Dean RobertsWritten by Mike Thomas. Acoustic Guitar & Vocal - Mike Thomas. Tres Sasser - Bass. Weston Woodford - Vocal. Donald Bright - Electric Guitar. Sten Nisswandt - Drums. Steven Bowman - Fiddle. Produced by Tres Sasser. Engineered & Mixed by Joe Costa. Mastered by Pete Lyman. Graphic Design by Ashley L. Evans. Photographs by Hunter Simpson. Recorded at Tresland Studios - Franklin, TN*
©℗ 2024 Diamond Hill Music / H.E. Jones Publishing (BMI)MIKE THOMAS
A dedicated songwriter and entrepreneur based in Nashville, TN, Thomas has never taken the conventional path—he’s taken the one that felt true. A devoted family man and small business owner, Thomas continues to prioritize his passion for music, steadily building a loyal fanbase on his own terms.
Originally from Knoxville, TN, Thomas moved to Nashville in 2004 with aspirations of pursuing a career as a songwriter. But the industry didn’t match his vision. Disillusioned, he stepped away from music for over a decade to raise a family and launch a business. “I didn’t listen to the popular country music of the day,” Thomas recalls. “I had no frame of reference for what publishers and artists were looking for. I was naive and learned some tough lessons in those early days.”
In 2018, a chance meeting with producer Tres Sasser reignited his creative fire. The two quickly formed a friendship, and Sasser encouraged Thomas to return to writing and recording. Together, they released two albums: Three Reasons (2020, self-released) and Diamonds (2023, Electric 3 Records), both recorded in Franklin, TN with members of Thomas’ band and special guests. His music has been described as “the grit of Americana storytelling with the undeniable catchy groove of country radio” – The Boot.
Known for his heartfelt lyrics and commanding voice, Thomas has received praise from outlets such as Wide Open Country, Americana Highways, Saving Country Music, The Bluegrass Situation, and Glide Magazine. His songs have also been featured on primetime TV programs on CBS and NBC.
Thomas has drawn comparisons to legends like Rodney Crowell, John Mellencamp, Tom Petty, Joe Ely, Guy Clark, and Townes Van Zandt—artists whose writing is raw, real, and rooted in place. That same spirit drives his own work, especially on the breakout single “Hell in High Water.”
Written in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee—a region his family has called home for generations—the song became a lightning rod for connection. “I was heartbroken for my people,” he says. “The stories haunted me. I had to write something that gave voice to their loss.”
Released quickly and without traditional promotion, “Hell in High Water” went viral on TikTok within 48 hours, amassing over 100 million views on Tik Tok. Massive streaming numbers on Spotify and Apple Music followed. “I didn’t even have a TikTok account,” Thomas laughs. “The response blew me away. This song reminded me why I write—to connect, to heal, to shine a light.”
Now, reinvigorated and focused, Thomas shows no signs of slowing down. With more new music on the way, fans can expect a prolific new chapter from a writer who’s rediscovered his purpose—and plans to stay the course.
BAND MEMBERS
Mark Huhta: Pedal Steel
Donald Bright: Guitar
Tres Sasser: Bass, Vocals
Sten Nisswandt: Drums
Steven Bowman: Fiddle
Weston Woodford: Guitar, Vocals