Michael Cotten
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Musician, Keyboardist
Michael Cotten was the original keyboardist for the band the Tubes, which took full advantage of the innovations in synthesizers of the 1970s and 80s. Michael experimented with electronic sounds and the latest keyboards within the early recordings of the band. After his time with the Tubes, Michael returned to his first love, art, and became a designer for live events with artists such as Michael Jackson.