MIKE MAINIERI
Genres: Post Bop, Pop, Art Song, Folk, Post-Fusion Contemporary, Classic Fusion, RnB, Nu Jazz, Hard Bop, Eclectic Fusion • United States

Michael T. Mainieri, Jr. (born July 4, 1938, the Bronx, New York City) is a vibraphonist best known for his work with the jazz fusion group Steps Ahead. Mainieri was a pioneer in introducing an electronic vibraphone, known as a "synth-vibe" and has recorded with such musicians as Buddy Rich, Wes Montgomery and Jeremy Steig. He performed for a live album by Laura Nyro, and was featured on several tracks from the Dire Straits album Love Over Gold. He has also released numerous albums and videos as a leader for a variety of labels. As a producer, he produced three albums for Carly Simon. Mainieri married singer-songwriter/harpist Dee Carstensen in 1993. They have a daughter, Ruby Anna. from wikipedia