Mike Mahaffey

Mike Mahaffey (January 21, 1967 – May 25, 2005) was a musician and founding member of the power pop band Self. Alongside his brother Matt Mahaffey, they released two major-label albums and various independent and Internet-only albums. Mike played lead guitar, keyboards, and bass for the band. Prior to Self, he played lead guitar for the Southern Rock band Blackfish, which released one major-label album in 1992. His last recorded work was on Self's Ornament & Crime. Tragically, Mike Mahaffey passed away in his sleep on May 25, 2005. Several tribute shows were held in his honor, and proceeds were directed towards a college education fund for his children.More