Michael Hinton’s professional career as a Multi-Keyboardist, Vocalist, and Composer/Arranger has led him from the clubs and studios of his native Southern California and in Texas to stages around the world.

A versatile musician and entertainer, Michael has had the opportunity to perform with numerous legendary music industry acts including: The Righteous Brothers, The Carpenters, Gary Puckett, Roger Miller, Johnny Lee, Brooks & Dunn, Highway 101, Alabama, Hal Ketchum, The Turtles, The Association, as well as with Texas Blues/Rock stars Malford Milligan, David Grissom, Buddy Whittington and many more. 

Since moving to Houston, he also originated and performed regularly on the former 95.7 FM’s The Wave “Smooth Jazz Sunday Brunch Live Broadcasts” in Houston that ran for several years. He has also performed as both a solo artist and with several notable area bands at restaurant and music venues across the Houston metro area. 

Michael is an award-winning, accomplished songwriter with Warner/Chappell Music and has placed songs with artists such as Lionel Richie and Restless Heart. His former band “Western Union” was a national country music association competition winner and had two charted singles. 

As a solo artist, Michael has performed across the US and Internationally including multiple events in China, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, the UK, and Paris. He has also been a consistent favorite with audiences on the Royal, Carnival and Princess Cruise lines.