Welcome to Mike Faast Music!
Band leader Mike Faast has been part of the northwest music scene for over thirty years performing in several bands in different styles ranging from bluegrass to swing. Nothing lights up an event like the right music. Whether it be a wedding, town fair, or corporate event, Mike is confident he can provide the right band for you. Just hit the tab in the menu above to see pictures and videos of the band selected.
The Archtops - The Archtops play swing, blues, and jazz. If you're looking for a swing band that can play both vocal and instrumental jazz standards, or shift gears and play a soulful set of blues, then click on the Archtops in the menu above. There you will find videos and pictures of the band. Song samples can be found in the song page.
The Jangles - If country is your thing then check out the Jangles. They play a style know as "Western Swing", or as some affectionately refer to as "hick jazz", great for swing dancing. They can also play a wide variety of classic country standards.
The Cascade Mountain Boys - The Cascade Mountain Boys play traditional Bluegrass and Bluegrass Gospel music. They have played all the major festivals in the Northwest as well numerous other venues such as town fairs and churches and neighborhood block parties. If you're looking for a bluegrass hot bluegrass band for your event, consider the Cascade Mountain Boys.
**Recent Testimonies**
"I had numerous compliments about the Archtops band during our corporate event and would definitely recommend them to anyone."
Review by Monica P. from Seattle, WA
"Mike Faast and the Archtops were a true treat for everybody in attendance at the Jazz in July concert series. Creating an entertaining blend of rhythm and jazz, the music was appealing from start to finish!"
George Searing – Orswellevents.com
Jazz in July – Renton Landing
Mike Faast sings the Standards with Andy Carr & Mike Ferrel
Partners in Ministry Auction for Kids Camp, Jangles (Trio) providing Western Swing. Mike, Michael E, Roger
Jazz Trio, Mike Faast, Frank Grace, Michael Eytcheson
The Jangles Band, Mike Faast, Michael Eytcheson, Mark Drake, Roger Ferguson, Pat Rowe, Toby Hanson
Western Days at the Hearthstone - The Jangles have played it the last 8 years in a row.
Mike, Terry, Rick
CONCERT (Mike Faast, Frank Grace,
Mike, Michael E. Bass, Frank
Wedding
New Life Church , 19820 Scriber Lake Rd, Lynnwood, WA 98036, Lynwood
Excited to be invited by bassist Mike Ferrel to play a jazz set at New Life Church, Clayton Murry on Keys. 6PM DOWNBEAT
The Archtops Quartet plays the Standards for Aegis Happy hour
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Vocal renditions of Jazz Standards in small combo style, similar to Nat King Cole and Ray Charles, featuring guitar, piano, sax, clarinet, bass and drums.
Looking forward to a three week run at the Light's of Christmas Festival at Warm Beach Conference Center.
November 29th and 30th I'll be at the Starry Night Café with the Jangles Trio, (Mike Faast, Roger Ferguson and Michael Eytcheson). The following two weekends I'll be there with the Cascade Mountain Boys followed by the Archtops.
Had great time playing a three night stand with the trio at the Lights of Christmas in Stanwood! Looking forward 2018!