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Mike Williams

Welcome to the Music of Mike Williams!

Mike Williams Musician Raleigh NC Mike Williams is a seasoned musician and songwriter based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Drawing inspiration from iconic acts like the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Eric Clapton, Klaatu, and the timeless sound of classic Chicago blues, he has been crafting original music since the late 1970s.

During the 1980s, Mike actively pitched his songs, seeking a recording or publishing deal in the industry. By the 1990s, however, he grew disillusioned with the increasingly formulaic demands of major labels. Turning inward, he and his brother began writing and recording their original material in a dedicated 4-track home studio, building a rich catalog of unreleased work.

In late 2011, Mike decided to write, record and produce his debut album Leaving Dystopia which was released in February 2013 and remastered in December 2022. Leaving Dystopia continues to be widely listened to across the world.

In 2018, Mike released his follow-up album, Hollow Moon which contains 8 original songs. Hollow Moon was remixed and remastered in November 2023.

In May 2023, Mike released his third album No More Gods, consisting of 10 original tracks.

In December 2023, Mike released two compilation albums: A Decade of Rockers and A Decade of Blues and Ballads. The collections span ten years of his original music from 2013 to 2023. Both albums can be purchased on Bandcamp.

In December 2025, Mike released Love Roller Coaster on vinyl. Love Roller Coaster features eight previously released tracks from Mike, including his top streamed song in 2025, Wrecking Ball. The album is now available and ships from the UK. Ordering details can be found in the vinyl releases section below.

Mike is currently working on the Yesteryear Project. The objective of the project is to record and release unreleased original songs and demos from the 1979 to 1992 time period. Some of the songs were recorded on 4 and 8 tracks, while others were recorded on reel-to-reel and cassette. The objective is to release a 10-song album in both digital and vinyl formats by early 2026, with tentative plans for a second album by the end of 2027. Please check out the playlist below to follow the project's progress.

Since February 2013, when Mike released Leaving Dystopia, his catalog of songs has been streamed 8.7 million times on major streaming sites as well as receiving 507,000 listens on Soundcloud and 28,000 plays on Reverbnation..

For a deeper look into Mike's musical journey, check out this engaging interview: From Tom Dooley to Yesteryear: A Lifetime in Music - Q&A with Mike Williams.

All of Mike's music is available for listening on Soundcloud, Reverbnation, SoundClick, HearThis.at, and all major streaming sites. Mike's music can be purchased on Bandcamp and Reverbnation.

Mike's unique style and fusion of influences shine through in his refreshing and relevant collection of songs, which he hopes will help awaken your inner spirit. Enjoy!

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Mike's Recent Releases



Mike's Music on Vinyl

Love Roller Coaster features eight previously released tracks from Mike, including his top streamed song in 2025, Wrecking Ball. The album is now available on vinyl and ships from the UK. Click on the image below to order.

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Mike's Music - Current Projects

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The Yesteryear Project

Starting in the late 1970s and continuing throughout the 1990s, Mike, in collaboration with his brother, wrote and recorded a backlog of unreleased songs. The objective of the The Yesteryear Project is designed to re-record and publish many of Mike's songwriting efforts from that earlier period. The project is not about recording exact copies of the old songs; it is rather about reimagining them with a new perspective that faithfully preserves the melodies and essence of the original recordings. The intention is to release a 10-track album by the beginning of 2026, with a second album tentatively scheduled for late 2027. The playlist below contains the songs that have been finished to date.

The completed tracks can be purchased on Bandcamp.


Mike's Music - Compilation Releases

Hollow MoonMike's music can be purchased on BandcampHollow Moon

A Decade of Rockers: 2013-2023
Compilation Album - Released Dec 2023

A Decade of Blues & Ballads: 2013-2023
Compilation Album - Released Dec 2023

Mike's Music - Album Releases

Hollow MoonMike's music can be purchased on BandcampHollow Moon

No More Gods
Complete Album - Released May 2023

Hollow Moon
Complete Album - Released Feb 2018 | Remastered Nov 2023

Leaving Dystopia
Complete Album - Released Feb 2013 | Remastered Dec 2022


Music Interviews with Mike

For a deeper look into Mike's musical journey, check out this engaging interview:
From Tom Dooley to Yesteryear: A Lifetime in Music - Q&A with Mike Williams.

Talking Music and Songwriting
Old-School Music in a Digital Age

LaborOfLoveMusic · Artist First Radio Interviews Mike Williams (2021 and 2023)


Please Support Independent Artists

In 2021 and 2023, Mike brought together independent songwriters and musicians from across the world to create a unique listening experience and to promote the talents of indie artists. Click on the images below to listen to the playlists on Odysee. Enjoy!

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Having some fun... backing track jams!

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Quick Links

Reverbnation (Buy/Stream) Soundcloud (Stream) SoundClick (Steam)
Bandcamp (Buy/Stream) HearThis.at (Stream) YouTube

Do you collect vintage Beatle vinyl?

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Check out Mike's The Beatles US and UK Labels Quick Reference Guide

Recording and Tidbits

  • All songs on Leaving Dystopia were written, recorded, and produced by Mike Williams, with the exception of Working Class Hero, written by John Lennon (SONY/ATV SONGS LLC). The songs Rainy Day and Don't Let Go on the No More Gods album were written by Mike and his wife.

  • All of Mike's music was recorded on a Tascam 2488neo 24 track digital recorder. In case you require the repair of your 2488neo, we suggest TAP Electronics in Buena Park, CA. They are among the few repair shops that work on the 2488neo, which is out of production. Their phone number is 714-562-7400. On a personal note, I also own the Tascam DP-24/32SD, which are excellent machines, but they cannot match the functionality of the 2488. Before discarding your 2488, make sure to call TAP Electronics.

  • Mike uses LANDR for mastering.

  • Mike's publisher is Tunecore.

  • Mike also collects, builds, repairs and refurbishes electric guitars. Check out Mike's DIY Guitar Talk channel (archived).
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    Visit Mike's DIY Guitar Talk YouTube channel.

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