Mike Mahaffey
Mike Mahaffey | |
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Mahaffey during the release of Breakfast with Girls, 1999. | |
| Born | Michael Darren Mahaffey January 21, 1967 |
| Died | May 25, 2005 (Age 38) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Middle Tennessee State University |
| Occupation(s) | Guitarist, Songwriter, Waste management |
| Years active | 1984–2005 |
| Spouse | Jessica Welsh Mahaffey |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Alternative Rock, Pop rock, Heavy metal |
| Instruments | Vocals, guitar, percussion |
| Labels | Spongebath, Zoo, DreamWorks, Epic |
| Formerly of | Blackfish, Self, Toyz |
Michael Darren Mahaffey (January 21, 1967 – May 25, 2005) was an American guitarist from Kingsport, Tennessee, and a founding member of the Alternative pop rock band Self prior to his death. Before joining Self, he played in several bands, the most successful of which was the Southern Rock band Blackfish. He played lead guitar in the band, but contributed little to the songwriting.
Mahaffey died in his sleep in 2005, and several tribute shows were held in his honor. Mahaffey’s band Self went into indefinite hiatus after his death; reuniting in 2014.