Vermont-based singer-songwriter Mihali has released his third solo effort, a record titled Before The Dream.
The 14-track record was produced predominantly by Moon Taxi guitarist/producer Spencer Thomson, with single tracks produced by Iya Terra’s Nathan Feinstein (“Sunshine”) and DENM (“We Are”), and mastered by Steve Fallone and Greg Calbi at Sterling Sound, NJ.
With his past records known for their fantastic selections of featured artists, Before The Dream is no different with Mihali connecting with Moon Taxi, Little Stranger, Lily Fangz, Tropidelic, G. Love, Brett Dennen, Andy Frasco, Seven Suns and Satsang.
The record opens up with “Wise Man,” a heartfelt song about a wise man spreading the word of love and support. The lyrics delve into sharing and supporting others, and how this support circles back to where it originally came from. Mihali shares, “A wise man said to me / Give all your love for free / And what you’re given in return / Is more than you can earn.”
Following this comes “King of the Low” featuring Moon Taxi, and “We Are” featuring Little Stranger. Altogether, they capture a carefree vibe with summer grooves to celebrate being present and allowing yourself to let go.
Afterward comes a notable “Cool Runnin'” featuring Tropidelic and Lily Fangz. The track has an infectious chorus that entrances you into a push and pull of confusion and clarity.
Slightly later in the album, the track “Going Home” reflects deeply on his return to his roots. Grounded in his strong bond with NYC, the song encapsulates the tension between history and modernity.
Before the Dream is a journey of joy shaped by Mihali’s creative vision and signature sound, where each track is introduced with varying emotions, working together to develop an uplifting narrative about finding peace.
Mihali is hitting the road this summer with a cross-country tour in support of his Before The Dream release. In addition to multiple East Coast festival dates, Mihali has announced nine additional solo club dates across Colorado and the Pacific Northwest.
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Mihali Tour Dates
May 8-10, 2025 – San José del Cabo, MX – Viva El Gonzo
May 15-18 – Harmony, ME – Germination Festival
June 20-22 – Ithaca, NY – Ithaca Reggae Fest
June 27 – Middlebury, VT – New Maloney Plaza
July 9 – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino
July 11 – Jay, VT – Jeezum Crow Festival
July 12 – Marshfield, MA – Levitate Music Festival
July 18-19 – Windham, VT – Frendly Gathering
July 26 – Denver, CO – Levitt Pavilion
July 28 – Crested Butte, CO – Center for the Arts
July 31 – Winter Park, CO – Rendezvous Event Center
Aug 1 – Steamboat Springs, CO – Old Town Pub
Aug 2 – Colorado Springs, CO – Lulu’s Downtown
Aug 3 – Del Norte, CO – Rhythms on the Rio Music Festival
Aug 20 – Boise, ID – Neurolux
Aug 21 – Portland, OR – Mississippi Studios
Aug 22 – Bellingham, WA – Wild Buffalo House of Music
August 23 – Olympia, WA – South Sound Block Party
Aug 24 – Spokane, WA – The District at Knitting Factory
Aug 26 – Teton Village, WY – Mangy Moose
Aug 27 – Billings, MT – The Pub Station
Aug 29 – Omaha, NE – Slowdown
August 29-Sep 1 – Geneva, MN – Shangri-La Festival
September 10-13 – Las Vegas, NV – Bender Jamboree
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