Mike Rathke

Kansas native, singer-songwriter Mike Rathke began his musical path with a deep appreciation for music and artistry. At age twelve, he left home and drifted from house to house, sleeping on any couch that welcomed him. It was during this time that he bought his first acoustic guitar from a neighbor for twenty dollars and began to teach himself.

When Mike was 19 he came into the Christian faith and found that his greatest creativity would come from a life of worship and service to the God of all creation. Mike began leading worship in churches and quietly writing songs of struggle, forgiveness, grace, and redemption. Mike’s approach to writing is one that explores and celebrates the traces of God’s presence in all facets of life. For the life a Christ follower, God’s presence is not confined to the walls of the church. Mike reflects this truth in his music.

His latest 5 song EP "The Dawning Fire" will be released on April 10, 2020. The EP was recorded in Nashville during July of 2019 at the Sound Emporium. The first single "The Dawning Fire" dropped on 12.7.2019 and has an Americana feel to the music. Mike then released a cover of "O Lord You're Beautiful" released on 2.21.2020 to honor the late Keith Green. On 3.20.20, his feature track off of the EP "Every Era" released including a string quartet, choir and includes some of the best players in Nashville. Please visit www.mikerathkemusic.com to learn more about Mike!