Album Notes

Best known for having authored the song "The Dutchman," Michael Smith is one of the most highly respected singer/songwriters touring today, his songs having been recorded by virtually every major folk and folk-rock artist. His first Wind River album, MICHAEL MARGARET PAT & KATE, is musical reminiscence of growing up with his three sisters. Originally presented by Chicago's Victory Gardens Theater in 1994, it won four Jeff awards - for Best Original Music, Best Production, Best Actor In A Revue, and Best New Work. The album, with its touching portraits, moving songs, and musical eloquence, demonstrates why Michael has been called "one of the few undisputed geniuses among singer/songwriters" by Dirty Linen magazine.