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Mike Zibell - Lead Vocalist and Guitarist
Voted Q106 MCMA Male Vocalist of the Year for 2002, 2006, 2007, and 2008, Mike brings to Madison County, a very unique and dynamic vocal presence and writing style. Mike has written most of the songs that have been recorded on the CDs entitled “Diamond in the Rough,” released in 1999, and "Make My Way Back Home," released in 2002, as well as three of the songs recorded on the most recent CD entitled “Enjoy the Ride.” He also brings front man experience to a group that thrives on its high energy performance. His determination and drive shows on stage. Mike’s passion, ever since the first days of developing the true show band idea of Madison County, has been to bring something incredibly unique and entertaining to the fans. Born in the big state of Texas, Mike now resides in Cambridge, WI. |
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Augie Zibell - Lead Vocals and Auxilliary Percussionist
Voted Q106 MCMA Male Vocalist of the Year for 2005, Augie’s lead vocals and full range harmonies give Madison County its rich vocal presence, and his high energy performance gives the group one of the most action packed shows in the Midwest. Augie is a co-writer of Madison County’s single “Make My Way Back Home.” His unique ability to engage the crowd at every show is a key asset in bringing the fans out time and time again. The showman of the group hails from Madison, WI. |
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Angel Salinas - Lead Guitar and Vocals
Born in Monterrey, México, Angel started singing at age 5 and playing guitar at age 11 when he learned basics chords from his dad. Before joining Madison County, Angel played with the band Wild West. His favorite country singer is “King” George. |
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Scott Mitchell - Bass Guitar and Vocals
Scott has been playing professionally for many years. Scott’s zany personality and stage presence, along with his vocals and good looks, make him a perfect fit for Madison County. Scott resides in Stoughton, WI.
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Kevin Hendrickson - Drums
Kevin has been playing drums since the age of four and played with many local bands before taking the drum seat with Madison County. His solid drumming has made him a crucial part of Madison County’s success. Kevin comes from New Glarus, WI.
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Dan Mahieu - Keyboards and Vocals
Writing songs without music was getting difficult, so at the age of 16 Dan began teaching himself the piano. 5 years later he was playing professionally. With a goal of "making it" in writing and playing, Dan moved to Muscle Shoals, Alabama and then eventually to Nashville, Tennessee where he played with various artists on the road, for record label showcases, in recording studios and clubs. Moving to Wisconsin in 1996, Dan played with Under the Gun and Big Brother Billy before finding a home with the perfect fit, Madison County. Since 2002 he has enjoyed playing with and watching the band evolve into its current form. "It's been a great ride so far, let's keep on-a-rolling!" |
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Jess Lex - Fiddle
Jess Lex appeared onto the Madison music scene seemingly from nowhere during her Madison County debut in early February 2010. A Minnesota native, Jess is classically trained but has been fiddling since the age of 7. During her teen years, she could be seen on stages throughout the Twin Cities accompanying Irish dancers and playing music with local artists. Multi-talented, she won 1st place in the Minnesota State Fair Fiddle Competition trick fiddling category when she combined her Irish dance and fiddle skills. Jess took a break from the public eye for a few years while earning a degree in violin performance at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Landing in Madison for an IT job after college, Jess married and again pursued her passion - fiddling. Thanks to Madison County, she is doing what she has always loved. |
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Band Biography
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This 7-piece country show band based out of Madison, Wisconsin and voted as Local Group of the Year for the past 9 years at the Q106 MCMA Awards Shows, as well as Country Artist of the Year at the MAMA Awards Show, and WAMI People’s Choice 6 years in a row, has acquired a fan-base like no other!
Mike Zibell - 4 year, Q106 MCMA Male Vocalist of the Year (2002, 2006, 2007, and 2008), along with his uncle Augie Zibell, Q106 MCMA Male Vocalist of the Year 2005, give the band very rich harmonies that go with this very talented and versatile group of instrumentalists which includes Kevin Hendrickson on drums, Scott Mitchell on bass, Dan Mahieu on keyboards, Angel Salinas on lead guitar, and Jess Lex on fiddle.
In 1999, they completed their first original CD, entitled "Diamond In the Rough," and in 2002 released their second CD, entitled "Make My Way Back Home." Thus far they have sold over 8,000 CDs and have received rave reviews from the public and local media.
"Make My Way Back Home" also won "Best Country Song" (single) at the MAMA Awards in 2006. In 2003, Madison County released their single about Nascar’s 2003 Winston Cup Champion (and former schoolmate) Matt Kenseth called, "Lookin' At the Back of #17," which they sold a limited supply of 1,500 copies in just 8 months.
Their latest Demo CD, which they recorded with producer Shane Decker, entitled “Enjoy the Ride,” is a recording of songs from hit writers out of Nashville, along with three songs written by Mike Zibell. This enhanced CD contains the group’s first music video (Enjoy the Ride) that viewers can watch by simply placing the CD into their PC.
Madison County has landed on several Big Ticket Venues these past nine years, with acts like Little Big Town and Sugarland at the Q106 St. Jude Coliseum Show; Montgomery-Gentry at the 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary Party; Andy Griggs, Neal McCoy, and Ty Herndon at Country USA; Rascall Flatts, Justin Moore, and Chris Cagle at the Taste of Madison; Brian McCommas, Steve Azar, and Anthony Smith at Sundance Saloon; Phil Vassar, at FM106's Care-a-van for Kids Benefit; Bellamy Brothers, Joe Diffie, and Confederate Railroad at Watertown River Fest; Blake Shelton and Lonestar at Waukesha Countryfest; Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, and Dwight Yoakum at Milwaukee Summerfest; Keith Urban, Lee Ann Womack and Alan Jackson at Cadott Country Fest; Brad Paisley and Toby Keith at Star Spangled Celebration; Travis Tritt, Gary Alan, Sawyer Brown, and Jake Owen at Jefferson County Fair; and David Allan Coe at Evansville's Wild Ride Saloon. One of their highest profile shows would have to be in 2004 when Madison County performed at Chicagoland Speedway for the Nextel Cup Nascar Pre-Race Ceremonies.
There is no doubt that you will enjoy this action-packed group.
Their incredible fan base will testify to that! |
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We are humbled by the nominations and awards that have come our way.
Thanks for your Support!
April 2009: Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
October 2008: Madison County won Favorite Country Group (fan voting) - MCMA
Mike Zibell won, favorite Male Vocalist (fan voting) - MCMA
September 2008: Madison County won MADISON's Favorite - Local Country Band
(picked by Isthmus Readers 2008-2009)
May 2008: Madison County won Ensemble Vocalists of the Year (non genre) - MAMA
Madison County Nominated for Song of the Year, Country "Rise Above" - MAMA
Mike Zibell nominated, Male Vocalist (non genre) - MAMA
April 2008: Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
October 2007: Madison County won Favorite Country Group (fan voting) - MCMA
Mike Zibell won, favorite Male Vocalist (fan voting) - MCMA
May 2007: Madison County Nominated for Artist of the Year/Country - MAMA
April 2007: Madison County Nominated for Country Group - WAMI
Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
November 2006: Madison County won Favorite Country Group (fan voting)- MCMA
Mike Zibell won, favorite Male Vocalist (fan voting) - MCMA
May 2006 : Madison County nominated for Favorite Country Group - WAMI
Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
March 2006 : Madison County won Favorite Country Song - MAMA
"Make My Way Back Home"
Madison County Nominated for Favorite Cover Band- MAMA
October 2005: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award - MCMA
Augie Zibell Won Best Male Vocalist - MCMA
April 2005: Madison County Won Country Group of the Year- WAMI
LeRoy Deuster Won Specialty Instrumentalist of the Year - WAMI
Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
March 2005: Madison County Won Favorite Country Artist - MAMA
Madison County Nominated for Favorite Vocal Ensemble - MAMA
October 2004: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award - MCMA
Augie Zibell nominated for Best Male Vocalist - MCMA
August 2004: Madison County nominated for Best Local Group - ISTHMUS
April 2004: Madison County Won People's Choice Award SW Quadrant [ all genres ] (fan voting) - WAMI
Madison County Won a spot on the Potowatamie Stage at Summerfest 2004 (Fan Voting)
March 2004: Madison County Nominated Best Ensemble Vocals (all genres) - MAMA
Mike Zibell nominated for Best Male Vocalist (all genres) - MAMA
Madison County Won Best Country Artist - MAMA
October 2003: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award- MCMA
Augie Zibell nominated for Best Male Vocalist - MCMA
2002:ARISTA Q106 songwriting competition
Mike Zibell, Dan Mahieu, Andy Gonzalez wrote a jingle for Q106 and won a trip
to Nashville with Arista Records....along with their jingle being played on air.
October 2002: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award - MCMA
Mike Zibell Won Best Male Vocalist - MCMA
October 2001: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award - MCMA
Mike Zibell nominated for Best Male Vocalist - MCMA
April 2001: Madison County nominated for Best Country Group - WAMI
October 2000: Madison County Won Favorite Group Award - MCMA |
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