Music Coast Interview with Coyote Island: Unleashing Creative Expression & Musical Innovation

Coyote Island is the innovative musical project led by producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mike O’Hehir. Based in Maine, Mike O’Hehir's musical journey began with extensive travels across the country, guitar in hand, collecting diverse sounds and ideas. This journey culminated in the creation of Coyote Island, blending elements of folk, reggae, pop, world music, cumbia, and psychedelia to create a unique, genre-defying sound. The band's debut single, "Here Before," quickly gained international acclaim, amassing over 3.1 million streams on Spotify. Known for their "electric" and "transportive" live performances, Coyote Island offers audiences an invigorating escape from the mundane. Their live shows, featuring Amir Rivera on guitar, Garrett Roy Jones on bass, and Ryan Benoit on drums, are celebrated for their good vibrations, danceable grooves, and tropical psychedelia. Coyote Island's music is not just about catchy melodies; it carries a deeper purpose of healing and inspiration. Mike O’Hehir emphasizes the spiritual and restorative power of music, aiming to share high vibrational energy through his art. The band’s latest album, "Holy Illusion," includes notable collaborations with artists like Matisyahu, Surfer Girl, Mihali, and Abitemi, further showcasing their versatile and dynamic sound.