Mike Lewis (musician)

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.

For other people with the same name, see Michael Lewis (disambiguation).

Mike Lewis
Birth nameMichael Richard Lewis
Born (1977-08-17) 17 August 1977
OriginPontypridd, Wales
GenresAlternative metal, nu metal, alternative rock, hard rock
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsGuitar, bass guitar
Years active1997–present
LabelsVisible Noise, Columbia
Associated actsNo Devotion, Lostprophets, Public Disturbance
WebsiteTwitter

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'.

No Devotion's second album is due to be released at the end of 2019, although the only members of the band confirmed to be on the album were Geoff Rickley, Lee Gaze and Stuart Richardson. Lead guitarist Lee Gaze confirmed that keyboard player Jamie Oliver had departed from the band while also stating that Mike had not left the band but he hadn't worked with the other band members on the album.

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
Main article: Lostprophets discography
Public Disturbance
  • 4-Way Tie Up (1997)
  • UKHC Compilation (1997)
  • Victim of Circumstance (1998)
  • Possessed to Hate (1999)
  • Ushering in a New Age of Quarrel – a UKHC Tribute to the Cro-Mags (1999)
No Devotion
  • Permanence

Equipment
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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 24 August 2014.
  3. "LeeGaze on Twitter: @AnarchaBarista @guardianmusic Thanks Ant! Can't wait to get back out there". Twitter.com. 1 May 2014. Retrieved 24 August 2014.
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