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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 many of the old 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. The remastered album can be streamed and purchased on Bandcamp. 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 including the popular single, Black Sheep. 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. No More Gods can be purchased on Bandcamp.

Mike's 2024 music project involves re-recording unreleased demos that he wrote and recorded with his brother in the 1980s. The plan is to release the songs as a new album by late 2025.

You can listen to all of Mike's music on Soundcloud, Reverbnation, SoundClick, YouTube, Mixcloud, and all major streaming sites. All of Mike's music can be purchased at Bandcamp and Reverbnation.

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

Hollow MoonListen to Mike's music on his Reverbnation and Soundcloud sites Hollow Moon

Mike's Music - Releases

Late Night Loving (Single) Released September 2024

Late Night Loving was originally written and recorded as a demo in the early 1980s and re-recorded/released in September 2024.

Looking For Paradise (Single) Released August 2024

Looking For Paradise was originally written and recorded as a demo in the early 1980s and re-recorded/released in August 2024.

New York City (Single) Released March 2024

New York City was originally written and recorded as a demo in the early 1980s and re-recorded/released in March 2024.

I Want To Fly (Single) Released October 2023

No More Gods (Album) Released May 2023

Hollow Moon (Album) Released Feb 2018 | Remastered Nov 2023

Leaving Dystopia (Album) Released Feb 2013 | Remastered Dec 2022


Purchase Mike's Albums

Mike's music can be purchased at Bandcamp and Reverbnation.

Mike Williams No More Gods
Buy No More Gods
Mike Williams Hollow Moon 2023 Remaster
Buy Hollow Moon
Mike Williams Leaving Dystopia 2022 Remaster
Buy Leaving Dystopia

Compilation Albums (Released December 2023)
A Decade of Rockers (2013-2023) and Blues & Ballads (2013-2023)

Mike Williams - A Decade of Rockers
Buy A Decade of Rockers (2013-2023)
Mike Williams - A Decade of Blues & Ballads
Buy Blues & Ballads (2013-2023)

Interviews: Mike on Artist First Radio

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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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