Born March 20, 1984, in Bangkok, Thailand, Michael Unga, known professionally as The Sarge, has built a unique journey that blends military service, music, and community leadership.
At the age of 20, Michael joined the United States Army, where he attended Basic Training at Fort Benning, Georgia, before being deployed to serve in Iraq and Afghanistan during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) 5-7 and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) 9-10. After eight years of military service, he was stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas.
It was during this time that Michael began using music and poetry as an outlet while dealing with the challenges of combat experiences and PTSD. Already an E-5 Sergeant in the Army, his fellow soldiers referred to him as “Sarge,” and the name eventually became his identity as an artist.
Michael attended the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), studying Music Theory and Composition. Due to medical reasons, he later relocated with his family to Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he continued developing his connection with the music scene and radio community.
In Colorado Springs, The Sarge became deeply involved in supporting local artists and businesses. He eventually founded Mountain High 10 Radio, creating a platform dedicated to helping independent artists and entrepreneurs gain exposure through promotion, interviews, live events, and community involvement.
For the last several years, The Sarge has served the Colorado Springs community through music and local business promotion, helping local up-and-coming artists across genres gain advertising, exposure, performances, and opportunities.
The Sarge has been responsible for organizing hundreds of events over a five-year span in Colorado, both large and small. His dedication has helped strengthen the independent music community.
As an artist, The Sarge has performed, worked with, and opened shows for major acts including Tech N9ne, Ouija Macc, Twiztid, Luniz, N B Rydas, Ruff Ryders, Wu-Tang Killa Beez, Dev, Lil Wyte, Lil Flip, D-Loc, and Chucky Chuck of Kottonmouth Kings, among many others. He has also headlined his own shows.
Known for storytelling hip-hop and a blend of pop-punk and rock influences, The Sarge creates music for people who relate to struggles involving PTSD, depression, and overcoming challenges. His goal is to create music that everyone can enjoy while encouraging people to keep living life.
Michael Unga aka The Sarge is also currently graduated with a bachelor’s in audio production and currently provides Music production and sound design services.
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