Mike Lewis (musician)

Mike Lewis
Birth name Michael Richard Lewis
Born (1977-08-17) 17 August 1977
Origin Pontypridd, Wales
Genres Alternative metal, nu metal, alternative rock, hard rock
Occupation(s) Musician
Instruments Guitar, bass guitar
Years active 1997–present
Labels Visible Noise, Columbia
Associated acts No Devotion, Lostprophets, Public Disturbance
Website Twitter

Michael Richard "Mike" Lewis (born 17 August 1977)[1] is a Welsh musician. He is best known as the former rhythm guitarist for the Welsh alternative rock band Lostprophets and hardcore punk band Public Disturbance, He is currently the rhythm guitarist for Welsh/American rock band No Devotion.

Early life

Lewis studied civil engineering for a year before turning to music. His mother was a shop assistant, and his father worked in management for a chemical company. Lewis attended Hawthorn High School in Pontypridd. His favourite subjects were Science and History. His first concert, as a concertgoer, came when he saw Tesla at St David's Hall.

Career

Before Lostprophets formed, Lewis was in a band called Public Disturbance. He was initially the original bassist for Lostprophets, but soon became the rhythm guitarist, with Stuart Richardson replacing him on the bass guitar. After the split of Lostprophets in 2013, Mike Lewis became the manager to a few smaller bands. On 1 May 2014 it was announced that the former members of Lostprophets (including Lewis) has formed a new band and are writing new music.[2][3] On 1 July 2014, the new band No Devotion released their first single, 'Stay' and have since released their debut Album 'Permanence'.

Personal life

In September 2006, Lewis married his girlfriend, Amber Payne. They now reside in Malibu a few streets away from bandmate Jamie Oliver. On 24 February 2009, he confirmed on his Facebook page that he and his wife were expecting their first child.

Lewis is an avid Star Trek fan and owns a Star Trek uniform. He is a lifelong Everton fan. He surfs Santa Monica beach almost every day when he is at home. Lewis has stated on his Facebook page he is Vegan

Discography

Lostprophets
Public Disturbance
No Devotion

Equipment

References

  1. ↑ "Lostprophets – Mike Lewis". BBC Wales. Retrieved 1 June 2009.
  2. ↑ "Lostprophets members form new band & are writing music – BBC Newsbeat". Bbc.co.uk. 1 May 2014. Retrieved 2014-08-24.
  3. ↑ "LeeGaze on Twitter: @AnarchaBarista @guardianmusic Thanks Ant! Can't wait to get back out there". Twitter.com. 1 May 2014. Retrieved 2014-08-24.
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