Mike Defendant is a multi instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and poet from Springfield, Ohio. Since 2008, Mike has been involved with the Punk and DIY scene around the United States. Opening for acts such as The Misfits, Glen Matlock (of Sex Pistols), Sylvain Sylvain (of New York Dolls), Reagan Youth, Green Jello, Pat The Bunny, Days N Daze, Afroman, Shaggy 2 Dope (of Insane Clown Posse) and more. Mike and his partner Katrina Jo run "Ohio Riot"- a DIY music collective that regularly hosts events such as their weekly Thursday night open mic at Station 1 in Springfield and shows for touring acts. He currently is a member of these bands

Mike Defendant (Solo acoustic music/poetry)
Mike Defendant + Katrina Jo (Vocals & Guitar)
Dirty Buggars (Cajon/Percussion)
Brothers Pennington (Cajon/Percussion)
Rose City Spines (Drums)

For information regarding booking, collaborating, and upcoming events email: Info@MikeDefendant.com



Check out Mike's poetry. Be on the lookout out for more!

Come to a show! 


Check out Talking Stuff with Mike D- my new series of interviews with independent Musicians, Artists and Business Owners. Stay tuned more to come! 


Feel free to message me for poetry and music things or just to say whats up!