The Mike Strauss Band, a versatile Charlotte-based group, blends folk, blues, jazz, and rock into a unique sound rooted in classic American music. Fronted by songwriter Mike Strauss, the band features a tight-knit core of drummer David “DK” Kim, trombonist Molly J. Brown, bassist Jon Schigoda, guitarists Randolph Lewis and Troy Conn, along with Donovan Collins on keyboard. In various combinations, this band has played in the Charlotte area for 20 years. Known for their adaptability, they thrive in any setting, from intimate bars to grand stages, delivering heartfelt, genre-defying performances.