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THERE'S REALLY NOTHING LIKE MIKE

Songs, Stories & Art that spark imagination and warm young hearts.

Mike drawing up a modern take on xmas characters

SOME KIND WORDS

“As both a professional musician and parent of two young children I have witnessed first-hand how engaging a performer Mike is. It is clear that he has put a great deal of legwork and personal artistic development into his performance, and children respond very positively to him.”

Jill Barber
Singer/Songwriter, Multiple Juno Award Nominee, Supermom

 

“Mike’s performances come alive with his combination of music, story-telling and hand-drawn visuals. With French and English in his performances, it's a both a fun and educational experience for children of all ages.”

Mary Battle
Past Director of Childcare, Kiwassa Neighbourhood House

Mike and his hand-made, foot powered, dancing nose puppet.

SONGS

Try Try Again by Mike Bryden - 2025

Try Try Again

Mike Bryden - 2025

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Try Try Again is Mike's 2nd full length album, comprised of 10 original songs, all written and performed by Mike Bryden. All songs are available to stream on all major streaming platforms. Special thanks to Creative BC who helped fund the recording of this project.

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    Tiguidou 3:31
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    Draw You A Picture 2:42
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    Snail Song 3:30
    Snail Song
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Sing Song Sayings by Mike Bryden - 2019

Sing Song Sayings

Mike Bryden - 2019

Sing Song Sayings is Mike's debut album. It is a themed album with 10 story-based original songs which "kidsplain" traditional proverbs in a playful way.

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    The Best Medicine 3:48
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    When The Cat's Away
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TRY TRY AGAIN - COLOURING BOOK

Designed to mimic a vinyl record, this unique colouring book is filled with Mike's original drawings. Each spread is inspired by the songs on his new album. Song lyrics and liner notes included. 

SIZE: 12 X 12 inches
COST: 15$ each or 20$ includes CD (plus shipping)

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STORY

Man holding a miniature guitar with drawings of ducks splasing in mud

ABOUT MIKE

Mike Bryden is an multi-disciplinary artist born in Montreal and living in Vancouver with his family. 
Having focused much of his career on the visual arts working as an artist/illustrator and graphic designer, Mike shifted gears in 2017 and decided to bring his music into the spotlight. Although considered an emerging talent, his performing career dates back to his preteen years when he toured as a puppeteer with renowned children’s entertainer Suzanne Pinel (Marie Soleil).

Mike’s live performance is a unique blend of songs, stories, live drawings and comedic theatre. His current show playfully deconstructs the meanings behind traditional proverbs and expressions. Often referred to as “kidsplaining”, he creates characters with sticky backstories and drops them into a catchy tune that kids just adore. But what really lifts Mike’s shows to a whole new level of creativity is the way he incorporates silly kinetic inventions on stage. Some of his retro-inspired devices include a pedal-powered overhead projector, a foot driven dancing puppet and a bunch of just plain hilarious headgear.

In 2019 Mike released his bilingual debut album Sing Song Sayings, drawing acclaim and sold-out shows in Vancouver. He followed that with his production of the popular East Van Family Jams variety show. In 2025 Mike released his highly-anticipated second bilingual album, Try Try Again which includes ten original songs that explore themes of perseverance, family, tolerance and creativity. Mike’s work has been recognized by Creative BC, the International Songwriting Awards and the Parent’s Choice Foundation.

GALLERY

Mike singing his heart out!

Mike singing his heart out!

Mike hosting his Variety Show - The East Van Family Jam's @ the Havana Theatre

Mike hosting his Variety Show - The East Van Family Jam's @ the Havana Theatre

Mike at the Havana Theatre on Commercial Drive

Mike at the Havana Theatre on Commercial Drive

Mike and his hand-made nose puppet/dancer

Mike and his hand-made nose puppet/dancer

Performing at the Queen Elizabeth Annex

Performing at the Queen Elizabeth Annex

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island - Supported by Jodi on keys!

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island - Supported by Jodi on keys!

Performing at the Langley Community Music School

Performing at the Langley Community Music School

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island - Mike working his pedal-powered crankie

CD Release Party at The Nest on Granville Island - Mike working his pedal-powered crankie

Relaxing after a performance

Relaxing after a performance

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