Michael Chiklis reinvents himself once again with the release of his first solo album, INFLUENCE. Best known as an award-winning television and film actor, Chiklis showcases his talents as a rock singer/songwriter with a record whose prominent hooks and overdriven energy recall rock's golden age. INFLUENCE is an amalgam of his most loved musical inspirations past and present and features seasoned pros Andres Forero (Hamilton) and Steve Lukather (Toto), as well as Scott Healy, Richie "La Bamba" Rosenberg, and Jerry Vivino from Conan's band. Chiklis can currently be seen on the hit series Gotham as Nathaniel Barnes, Captain of the Gotham City Police Department and is best known for his iconic portrayal of Detective Vic Mackey in the groundbreaking series The Shield.