Michael LeCompt - Man on the Silver Mountain of His Career - 25th Anniversary Tribute!

by Debra Callaway

  It was a magicial night at the Ashton Pub at 9041-9043 Ashton Road.On Saturday, Janurary 14th, the weather might have been cold and stormy outside.Inside those walls was pure sunshine and rainbows all around! Over 200 plus loyal and dedicated fans came out in full force, to pay tribute to local rock icon, Michael Lecompt.It was the local musician's 25th anniversary in the local rock and roll business.

It is easy to see how he achieved such great success and longevity in the local music industry for many years.I can attest to that,i have been a die hard fan of his for almost 2 decades! It seems Mike has always had the winning combination of the 4 D's desire, drive,determination and dedication,not to mention his raw and extreme talent,to rock you like a hurricane! 

It was indeed a very special night for Lecompt.His family and friends and many of his dedicated fans came out on this wintery night, to pay homage to this excellent singer/songwriter. Mike sang his heart and soul out as always.He sang it all from Aerosmith to Elvis and everything in between.Lecompt is an incredible prolific,performer with such charisma Mike has such supreme staying power at his craft.This great performer is Holmesburg born and bred. Back in September 1987, the band Lecompt was born.Lecompt played local taverns like Gilhooley's and the Velvet Lounge.

The opportunity of a lifetime was about to happen.Mike got the gig to be the frontman of the 90's band Tangier.They were touring nationally ,on MTV, it had all the trappings of a real rock star. Mike did the Tangier thing for  awhile.Then In the early 90's Lecompt had various changes in the line up of the band. The revamped version of the Lecompt line up consists of Michael Lecompt-lead vocals, guitar keyboards and harmonica. Second to none bassist-Buddy Cash, who in turn added new life and new direction for the band. As well as Jimmy Marchiano- on lead guitar and new comer, Wayne Sigmund-on drums.

Mike Lecompt has been blessed with steady gigs for years.Northeast Philly's native son, rocks to live and lives to rock.Lecompt is definitely a crowd pleaser. Mike is without a doubt, one of the nicest guys you ever wanted to meet.He is very charming, sincere and compassionate just to name a few of his wonderful traits.

One of the shows highlights is when Mike was presented with a distinguished award to honor his successful rock and roll career for a quarter of a century. It was given  him by the owners of the Ashton Pub, Bob Werner and Larry Eisenhart. Father, Joseph Campallone from Father Judge presented Mike  this beautiful plaque , adorned with all of his CD's. Father Campallone,jokingly replied" Mike really wanted to be a priest, after i listened to his song, S.S.C.P. I got in trouble".Now that is what I call rocking and rolling religiously.Lecompt also played some nostalgic requests,such as Elvis' Suspicious Minds for his mom.Whitsnake's, Here I go Again and Bon Jovi's Livin on a Prayer.Mike also did  a little looking back with the Beatle's classic Yesterday.Mike Lecompt was the man of the hour. He was indeed the man on the silver mountain! 

Mike was in his prime for sure. His name means "He who is like God"Lecompt is one of the northeast's greatest treasures.This good boy did just fine!.Mike gave his heart felt thanks to all his fans.

Thank you! Michael Lecompt, for 25 years of an awesome reign as "northeast king of rock and roll." Your music heals our hearts and soothes our souls.After Mike recieved his amazing award He replied"hmm whats next, a book?" I think I know just the person to do it. It just might be in the cards. I would be very proud and honored to do so. He won't settle for silver. He is going for the golden mountain. Happy 25th Anniversary! Mike Lecompt! KEEP ON ROCKIN! You will be hooked from the very first time you see him!

GO FOR THE GOLD LECOMPT!!! 

Michael LeCompt and Mike Vagnoni (OOT Publisher)