Arrell pushed ‘The One and Only Micka’ into devilishly hedonic folk storytelling

Mikernan Arrell returned with The One and Only Micka, a satirical Celtic folk whirlwind that spins mythological absurdity into something far too entertaining to ignore. Known across Portland for slipping between hard rock, alt country and eccentric folk projects, Arrell has built a reputation for refusing to posture and refusing to sand down any of his rough-edged humour. His solo work carries that same spirit, shaped through the creative freedom of Splinter Studio PDX and his label, Splinter Collective, both of which keep him firmly rooted in independence and experimentation. He’s firmly back on our radar with this devilishly hedonic leprechaun tale, delivered through a jaunty fable that feels tailor-made for anyone who has ever taken comfort in the theatrical mischief of underground folk punk. Arrell brought the character to life with a wink, letting the narrative barrel forward with trad energy, ridiculous charm and a rhythm that tugs you toward the Emerald Isle before you have the time to question any of it. The One and Only Micka moves with an infectious shamelessness, the kind that invites you to raise a glass, surrender to the absurdity and enjoy the fantastical obscurity for what it was rather than reading too […]

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