Jesse Michaels
Background information
Born	1969, Berkley, California
Occupation(s)	Vocalist, Songwriter, Artist, Musician
Instrument(s)	Vocals, Guitar
Years active	1987-present
Label(s)	Lookout!
Associated acts	Operation Ivy (band) Common Rider Big Rig Rancid

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Musical Overview

In February 1987 he published his first First Fanzine, "Kill Deal for 50 Cents". Later that year he formed Operation Ivy with guitarist Tim Armstrong, bassist Matt Freeman, and Drummer Dave Mello. They quickly became an extrmely popular band especially at the Berkley punk mecca 924 Gilman Street. In 1988 they released their first EP Hectic on which Jesse wrote all the songs. It was followed with an American tour which brought their work all around the country, and made Operation ivy a very well respected group. After their return they recorded their first LP Energy (album) which is considered the first Ska Punk album. In 1989 they broke up. After Operation Ivy broke up, he formed Big Rig in 1994. Big Rig released one EP and played several gigs around 924 Gilman Street before breaking up. In 1999 after a long hiatus he formed Common Rider. They released two albums and toured around the country until breaking up in 2003. A fanzine (see also: zine) is a nonprofessional publication produced by fans of a particular subject for the pleasure of others who share their interest. ... Operation Ivy was an influential ska punk band that originated from the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. ... A guitarist is a musician who plays the guitar. ... Timothy Lockwood Armstrong (born November 25, 1966) is an American musician best known for his work with punk rock bands Rancid, Operation Ivy, and Transplants, as well as his record label Hellcat Records. ... A bassist is a musician who plays a double bass or electric bass (also referred to as bass guitar). ... Matthew McCall Freeman (born Roger Matthew Freeman June 14, 1966 in Albany, California, USA) is an American musician. ... A drummer at practice A drummer is a musician who plays the drums, particularly the drum kit, marching percussion, or hand drums. ... Dave Mello was the drummer of the punk/ska band Operation Ivy. ... The 924 Gilman Street project, aka the Alternative Music Foundation, is the Berkeley, California street address, and the official business name of the all-ages, non-profit, collectively organized music club usually referred to by its fans simply as Gilman. ... Hectic was the debut EP by the seminal Ska/Punk band Operation Ivy. ... Energy is the only full album released by the ska/punk band Operation Ivy. ... Ska punk is a fusion music genre that combines ska and punk rock. ... semi-trailer truck with sleeper behind the cab. ... 1994 (MCMXCIV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal by United Nations. ... The 924 Gilman Street project, aka the Alternative Music Foundation, is the Berkeley, California street address, and the official business name of the all-ages, non-profit, collectively organized music club usually referred to by its fans simply as Gilman. ... Common Rider was a ska punk band, formed in 1999 by Jesse Michaels (guitar, vocals), Mass Giorgini (bass) and Dan Lumley (drums). ... 2003 (MMIII) was a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

Art Orverview

Michaels is also regarded as a talented artist, responsible for designing Operation Ivy's well-known and widely-recognized "Ska Man" logo as well as other artwork for the album. In addition to drawing logos, album covers and other assorted art for his own musical projects, his artwork has been used by bands such as Filth, Neurosis, Green Day and Against All Authority. In modern psychology, the term neurosis, also known as psychoneurosis or neurotic disorder, is a general term that refers to any mental imbalance that causes distress, but (unlike a psychosis or personality disorder) does not prevent rational thought or an individuals ability to function in daily life. ... Green Day is an American rock band consisting of three core members: Billie Joe Armstrong (guitar, lead vocals), Mike Dirnt (bass) and Tré Cool (drums). ... The logo of Against All Authority, inspired by the anarchy symbol Against All Authority (often abbreviated -AAA-) is a DIY ska-punk band. ...

Trivia

• He is currently not performing; although he has stated that he will continue to make music. Michaels is also an avid painter.

• It was rumored that during his hiatus in the early- to mid-90's he became a Buddhist monk. According to a 2004 interview with Michaels by The Beer O'Clock Show,a Montreal-based underground radio show, he indeed was a monk for about a six month interim.

• In 2005, Jesse collaborated with Chris Appelgren of Lookout! Records to launch Dynaformer, an art/design collective dedicated to showcasing the artwork of both individuals, as well as offering their artistic talents for hire.

• In early 2006 Jesse met up with his former band mates to discuss business matters; however, no reunion is planned for the band.

• Michaels has a song Titled The Bell Tower on the acoustic compilation album Experiments In Audio Rocketry from 1-2-3-4 Go! Records.

• On the 17th of December Michaels joined his former band mates from Rancid, Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman to perform "Unity," for the first time since the late 1980's.

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External links

• OperationIvy.orgInformation on Jesse Michaels and his bands - Operation Ivy, Big Rig, Common Rider, and more.
• The Beer O'Clock Show Interview with Jesse Michaels
• Dynaformer