Mike Onesko began his musical journey at just 17, leaving his hometown of Fairview Park, Ohio, with little more than a guitar and a dream. After hitchhiking across the country, he landed in San Francisco, where he formed his first power trio and immersed himself in long, heavy, riff‑driven jams. Over the following years he played in several bands, sharing stages with major rock acts and building a reputation as a dynamic guitarist and frontman.
His career took a major turn when Shrapnel Records founder Mike Varney discovered him in the California club scene. This led to the creation of the Blindside Blues Band, a project that produced multiple albums and featured an evolving lineup of respected musicians. Onesko later expanded his work internationally, recording for Comet Records in Italy and releasing a wide range of albums, including tribute projects and live recordings from European festivals. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with an impressive list of rock and blues legends, solidifying his place as a seasoned and influential figure in guitar‑driven music.
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Born With The Blues
Take You Down
Crossroads
Raised On Rock
Climb The Sky
Truth Never Lies
Guilty
Bad Woman Blues
