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Mike Williams

Welcome to the Music of Mike Williams!

Mike Williams Musician Raleigh NCMike Williams is a musician/songwriter based in Raleigh, NC. His influences include the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Klaatu, and the old Chicago blues artists. He has produced original music since the late 1970s. Mike actively promoted his music in the 1980s in an effort to secure a recording or publishing deal. In the 1990s, after becoming disenchanted with the formulaic approach record labels were insisting on, he and his brother wrote and recorded original music at their 4-track home studio.

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.

Currently, Mike and his brother have launched the Yesteryear Project, which is an initiative to re-record and publish their unreleased demos from 40 years ago. The goal is to release 10-12 songs by the end of 2025. Please check out the playlist below to follow the project's progress.

All of Mike's music is available for listening on Soundcloud, Reverbnation, SoundClick, and all major streaming sites. And, Mike's music is available for purchase 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 Music - Current Projects

Hollow MoonMike's music can be purchased on BandcampHollow Moon

The Yesteryear Project - Current Music Project

Starting in the late 1970s through the 90s, Mike and his brother wrote and recorded a backlog of unreleased song demos. The Yesteryear Project is an initiative to re-record and publish many of these songs from an earlier time. The project's objective is not to record exact copies of the demos, but to reimagine the songs with a new perspective that faithfully retains the melodies and essence of the original recordings. The following playlist contains the songs that have been re-recorded. The finished tracks can be purchased on Bandcamp.


Mike's Music - Album 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

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


Interviews: Mike on Artist First Radio


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. Enjoy!

The 2023 Great Indie Artist Playlist!
The 2021 Great Indie Artist Playlist!


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Quick Links

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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 written, recorded and produced by Mike Williams with the exception of Working Class Hero on Leaving Dystopia written by John Lennon (SONY/ATV SONGS LLC) and Rainy Day and Don't Let Go from the No More Gods album which Mike co-wrote with his lovely wife.

  • All of Mike's music was recorded on a Tascam 2488neo / DP-24SD 24 track digital recorder.

  • Mike uses LANDR for mastering.

  • Mike's publisher is Tunecore.

  • Mike also collects, builds, repairs and refurbishes electric guitars. Check out Mike's collection on his DIY Guitar Talk channel!
  • Mike Williams Hollow Moon

    Please visit Mike's DIY Guitar Talk channel on YouTube.

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