Mario Mata - Acoustic Cover Artist

Serves Colorado Springs, CO

35244

Hired 15 times

1 employee

9 years in business

$125/hour

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Background Check

Mario Mata
Completed on 6/16/2024

Introduction

Solo Acoustic Cover Artist performing all your favorite songs from the billboard charts! I perform songs in the tone of the original artists, or I change the tempo and timing and key to suite the mood of the audience or event or venue! Performing Pop/Top 40, Classic Country, Outlaw Country, Americana, Rock/Classic Rock, Variety, and Covers. Best Fit for Weddings, Special Events, Bars, Restaurants, Patios, Birthday Parties, Pool Parties, Festivals, and Cookouts! Performing live professionally since 2016. Premium Bose Amplifier System with a Digital Guitar and Voice Processing System. I have a lifelong passion to perform deep and meaningful music that has impacted my life and keeps us living our best life. Rock influences included in current song list: Beatles, Blues Traveler, Chris Cornell, Counting Crows, The Cure, David Bowie, Death Cab for Cutie, Def Leppard, Duran Duran, Ed Sheeran, Eagle Eye Cherry, Eve 6, Extreme, Fleetwood Mac, Gin Blossoms, Green Day, Griffin House, Howie Day, Incubus, John Cougar Mellencamp, Lenny Kravitz, Oasis, Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd, Prince, Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Rod Stewart, Sister Hazel, Slipknot, Soft Cell, Tom Petty, Tonic, Walk The Moon. Country/Americana Influences included in current Setlist: Avett Brothers, Brent Cobb, Chris Cagle, Darius Rucker, David Lee Murphy, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, George Strait, Jason Isbell, Johnny Cash, Kenny Chesney, Lee Brice, Orville Peck, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Merle Haggard, Morgan Wallen, Shaboozy, Sturgill Simpson, Thomas Rhett, Toby Keith, Zach Brown Band, with recent and deep influences from Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan. Full song list is available on my GigSalad profile.

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

$125 per hour per event which includes up to 30 minutes of free travel to and from your event. $125 Mandatory setup and soundcheck arriving at least 1 hour early for your event. Additional travel fee $50 per hour for travel exceeding 30 minutes round trip from the Central Park (Stapleton) neighborhood. Generator rental and tent rental charges may apply if you are not able to supply access to electricity or protection from the sun and elements.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

We will complete a phone consultation to confirm the event space has ample space and electricity to perform music. I would like to get to know your musical preferences and my audience so I can tailor my setlist to match your event or preferences.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have been singing and playing guitar since 1994 and have extensive vocal training and live performance experience starting in high school in ensemble choir, swing choir, and many musicals. I started performing professionally as a Solo Acoustic Cover Artist back in 2016. I have a natural talent and affliction for deep meaningful music that connects us all.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I was performing my solo acoustic covers regularly at open mics in the Chicago Suburbs and got connected through my performances to the top music booking agency in Chicago. They helped me to find regular bookings throughout the Chicagoland area for a small commission.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I have typically played bars and restaurant patios, along with a few parties and cookouts. My setlist of top popular radio play style music fits best with weddings, special events & festivals.

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

I have been booked for several pool parties lately, I seem to be a perfect fit for that sort of vibe / ambiance.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Do the proper research to determine if a musician the right fit for you and your event. I believe what I do is very important work and I take it very seriously. I am very responsive to inquires as a full-time professional musician. I get a lot of positive feedback about my responsiveness; it seems many other musicians are part-time and are very hard to contact.

What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?

What kind of music do you want to hear at your event? What are some of your favorite artists or songs? What kind of vibe or ambience are you seeking for your event? What is your budget?