🎸🤘 Mike Five 🤘🎸
@mike1infive.bsky.social
New music lover. Record label manager @ Lights And Lines. Guitarist. Enjoys interesting noisy things. Opinionated but nice about it 😘
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I’m lucky enough that I get to spend a large part of my day listening to music while I work so I thought I’d share a few posts this year about what I’m listening too. If you like it follow along, maybe you’ll discover something new x
#nowplaying Viagra Boys, Viagr Aboys. Easily one of the best albums of 2025. Post-Punk / Modern Rock, a social commentary that holds up a mirror to society and adds a needed dose of absurdist humour. Similar brand of avant-garde rock to King Missile in parts, albeit a bit more polished and less arty
January 27, 2026 at 11:36 AM
#nowplaying Viagra Boys, Viagr Aboys. Easily one of the best albums of 2025. Post-Punk / Modern Rock, a social commentary that holds up a mirror to society and adds a needed dose of absurdist humour. Similar brand of avant-garde rock to King Missile in parts, albeit a bit more polished and less arty
Athlete, Tourist. Someone once described this to me as a poor man’s Elbow. Bit harsh! Yes they’re both melodic and introspective, but that’s about as far as the comparison goes I think. Very cool mix of electronic and organic sounds, great melancholic indie-pop album.
January 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Athlete, Tourist. Someone once described this to me as a poor man’s Elbow. Bit harsh! Yes they’re both melodic and introspective, but that’s about as far as the comparison goes I think. Very cool mix of electronic and organic sounds, great melancholic indie-pop album.
Went to a few charity shops today, picked up 11 CDs for £1 each. This one I is a punt. Never heard of the band, but my sort of era and cool cover. Haven’t had a chance to listen yet but I’m lead to believe this is a prog / funk sort of thing. Looking forward to it! Count Zero, Affluenza.
January 24, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Went to a few charity shops today, picked up 11 CDs for £1 each. This one I is a punt. Never heard of the band, but my sort of era and cool cover. Haven’t had a chance to listen yet but I’m lead to believe this is a prog / funk sort of thing. Looking forward to it! Count Zero, Affluenza.
The S’s were fun yesterday but Friday needs a lift. This extended version of Bomber by Motörhead is perfect. I don’t think I need to describe this one so I? It’s loud, it’s a classic, it’s awesome!
January 23, 2026 at 5:09 PM
The S’s were fun yesterday but Friday needs a lift. This extended version of Bomber by Motörhead is perfect. I don’t think I need to describe this one so I? It’s loud, it’s a classic, it’s awesome!
#NowPlaying The Slits, Cut. I was digging around in the S’s and suddenly felt in the mood for some Ska / Punk / Reggae / Art Pop tunes… luckily I found just the album to meet that strange yet pleasing fusion of sounds!
January 22, 2026 at 1:50 PM
#NowPlaying The Slits, Cut. I was digging around in the S’s and suddenly felt in the mood for some Ska / Punk / Reggae / Art Pop tunes… luckily I found just the album to meet that strange yet pleasing fusion of sounds!
#NowPlaying Mudhoney, Since We've Become Translucent. An expansive alt-rock album that merges elements of psychedelia and jazz with the band’s signature fuzzy core. A masterpiece, it’s diverse, fresh, and polished. Sounds simultaneously nothing like and yet exactly like Mudhoney. One of their best!
January 21, 2026 at 11:04 AM
#NowPlaying Mudhoney, Since We've Become Translucent. An expansive alt-rock album that merges elements of psychedelia and jazz with the band’s signature fuzzy core. A masterpiece, it’s diverse, fresh, and polished. Sounds simultaneously nothing like and yet exactly like Mudhoney. One of their best!
The Mary Wallopers, contemporary Irish-Folk with a punk rock attitude. It’s full of energy and urgency, telling stories of survival and oppression. Considered yet raw, defiant but exercises control. Not too much of a stretch to say it sits between The Pogues and Kneecap, rooted in history but fresh.
January 20, 2026 at 4:48 PM
The Mary Wallopers, contemporary Irish-Folk with a punk rock attitude. It’s full of energy and urgency, telling stories of survival and oppression. Considered yet raw, defiant but exercises control. Not too much of a stretch to say it sits between The Pogues and Kneecap, rooted in history but fresh.
Fat Freddy’s Drop, Live at the Matterhorn. Years ago this album was on in a coffee shop and it blew my mind! I have a soft spot for live albums anyway but it hit my top 5 instantly. Only 4 tracks but an epic 70min masterpiece, the band describe it as “a raw midnight jam session” - it’s so much more!
January 19, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Fat Freddy’s Drop, Live at the Matterhorn. Years ago this album was on in a coffee shop and it blew my mind! I have a soft spot for live albums anyway but it hit my top 5 instantly. Only 4 tracks but an epic 70min masterpiece, the band describe it as “a raw midnight jam session” - it’s so much more!
A while ago I released a punk album. The idea was to improve my mixing skills.
The production isn’t perfect, if I was to go back now there’s lots I’d change. Not that I would go back, it represents a milestone in my life and I’m happy with that.
Fancy a listen? Here are some free download codes
The production isn’t perfect, if I was to go back now there’s lots I’d change. Not that I would go back, it represents a milestone in my life and I’m happy with that.
Fancy a listen? Here are some free download codes
January 18, 2026 at 5:17 PM
A while ago I released a punk album. The idea was to improve my mixing skills.
The production isn’t perfect, if I was to go back now there’s lots I’d change. Not that I would go back, it represents a milestone in my life and I’m happy with that.
Fancy a listen? Here are some free download codes
The production isn’t perfect, if I was to go back now there’s lots I’d change. Not that I would go back, it represents a milestone in my life and I’m happy with that.
Fancy a listen? Here are some free download codes
A re-release of the original 12” and 7” EPs, ‘Time Flies…But Aeroplanes Crash’ and ‘Rats’. Great mix of raw studio and live tracks from one of the original British anarcho-punk bands, Subhumans. Their debut album went on to become a Punk classic. I’ll be booking tickets to see them later this year!
January 18, 2026 at 2:14 PM
A re-release of the original 12” and 7” EPs, ‘Time Flies…But Aeroplanes Crash’ and ‘Rats’. Great mix of raw studio and live tracks from one of the original British anarcho-punk bands, Subhumans. Their debut album went on to become a Punk classic. I’ll be booking tickets to see them later this year!
In 2001 Lauryn Hill popped up on stage with just an acoustic guitar and a mic to perform a raw, soulful, set of brand new songs on MTV Unplugged 2.0. The songs don’t appear anywhere else and Hill never released another album. It’s sprinkled with stories, adlibs, and emotion. This is a must-listen.
January 17, 2026 at 11:17 AM
In 2001 Lauryn Hill popped up on stage with just an acoustic guitar and a mic to perform a raw, soulful, set of brand new songs on MTV Unplugged 2.0. The songs don’t appear anywhere else and Hill never released another album. It’s sprinkled with stories, adlibs, and emotion. This is a must-listen.
Recorded live in the studio with only a few overdubs. Evergreen, my fave, was recorded in 1 take! When Warpaint came out we heard The Black Crowes return to their best in my opinion. It feels laid back, introspective. Maybe there’s even a Neil Young vibe which is why I like it so much. Give it a go…
January 16, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Recorded live in the studio with only a few overdubs. Evergreen, my fave, was recorded in 1 take! When Warpaint came out we heard The Black Crowes return to their best in my opinion. It feels laid back, introspective. Maybe there’s even a Neil Young vibe which is why I like it so much. Give it a go…
I’m lucky enough that I get to spend a large part of my day listening to music while I work so I thought I’d share a few posts this year about what I’m listening too. If you like it follow along, maybe you’ll discover something new x
January 16, 2026 at 8:32 PM
I’m lucky enough that I get to spend a large part of my day listening to music while I work so I thought I’d share a few posts this year about what I’m listening too. If you like it follow along, maybe you’ll discover something new x
Looking for new artists on Lights And Lines. Who's got a cool demo I should be checking out?
September 20, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Looking for new artists on Lights And Lines. Who's got a cool demo I should be checking out?
On the eve of a big birthday I’m drinking whiskey and listening to The Levellers. Might as well grow old disgracefully!
September 12, 2025 at 8:08 PM
On the eve of a big birthday I’m drinking whiskey and listening to The Levellers. Might as well grow old disgracefully!
Today is a Physical Graffiti kind of day…
September 12, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Today is a Physical Graffiti kind of day…
I turn 40 in a couple days, everything’s going to be ok right? RIGHT?? 😬
September 11, 2025 at 7:34 AM
I turn 40 in a couple days, everything’s going to be ok right? RIGHT?? 😬
Not very one appreciates my whimsy…
September 10, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Not very one appreciates my whimsy…
I organise my CDs by first name.
Bob Dylan is under B
Neil Young is under N
With the exception of artists that start with ‘The’ (which I ignore and file under the letter of the next word) I have achieved alphabetical purity.
Isn’t sorting by surnames just a throw back to a more formal era?
Bob Dylan is under B
Neil Young is under N
With the exception of artists that start with ‘The’ (which I ignore and file under the letter of the next word) I have achieved alphabetical purity.
Isn’t sorting by surnames just a throw back to a more formal era?
September 10, 2025 at 8:54 AM
I organise my CDs by first name.
Bob Dylan is under B
Neil Young is under N
With the exception of artists that start with ‘The’ (which I ignore and file under the letter of the next word) I have achieved alphabetical purity.
Isn’t sorting by surnames just a throw back to a more formal era?
Bob Dylan is under B
Neil Young is under N
With the exception of artists that start with ‘The’ (which I ignore and file under the letter of the next word) I have achieved alphabetical purity.
Isn’t sorting by surnames just a throw back to a more formal era?
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BANDCAMP FRIDAY DEAL - All digital downloads £0
Absolute madness by @mike1infive.bsky.social
Pay what you want on any of the LAL back catalogue including, obviously, my music!
lightsandlines.bandcamp.com?utm_source=s...
Absolute madness by @mike1infive.bsky.social
Pay what you want on any of the LAL back catalogue including, obviously, my music!
lightsandlines.bandcamp.com?utm_source=s...
September 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM
BANDCAMP FRIDAY DEAL - All digital downloads £0
Absolute madness by @mike1infive.bsky.social
Pay what you want on any of the LAL back catalogue including, obviously, my music!
lightsandlines.bandcamp.com?utm_source=s...
Absolute madness by @mike1infive.bsky.social
Pay what you want on any of the LAL back catalogue including, obviously, my music!
lightsandlines.bandcamp.com?utm_source=s...
I may have gone mad.
For this #BandcampFriday we’ve put the price of every single digital download on our Bandcamp down to £0.
Bearing in mind I run a record label. That's a LOT of free music.
It’s technically a pay what you want deal so..
Explore lightsandlines.bandcamp.com
Tell your friends!
For this #BandcampFriday we’ve put the price of every single digital download on our Bandcamp down to £0.
Bearing in mind I run a record label. That's a LOT of free music.
It’s technically a pay what you want deal so..
Explore lightsandlines.bandcamp.com
Tell your friends!
September 5, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I may have gone mad.
For this #BandcampFriday we’ve put the price of every single digital download on our Bandcamp down to £0.
Bearing in mind I run a record label. That's a LOT of free music.
It’s technically a pay what you want deal so..
Explore lightsandlines.bandcamp.com
Tell your friends!
For this #BandcampFriday we’ve put the price of every single digital download on our Bandcamp down to £0.
Bearing in mind I run a record label. That's a LOT of free music.
It’s technically a pay what you want deal so..
Explore lightsandlines.bandcamp.com
Tell your friends!
I run a small independent record label and I’m looking to connect with songwriters, artists, bands, and anyone working around the independent music scene.
If you make music, help others release it, or just love it, let’s chat.
What are you working on right now?
#musiccommunity #independentmusic
If you make music, help others release it, or just love it, let’s chat.
What are you working on right now?
#musiccommunity #independentmusic
September 3, 2025 at 7:42 AM
I run a small independent record label and I’m looking to connect with songwriters, artists, bands, and anyone working around the independent music scene.
If you make music, help others release it, or just love it, let’s chat.
What are you working on right now?
#musiccommunity #independentmusic
If you make music, help others release it, or just love it, let’s chat.
What are you working on right now?
#musiccommunity #independentmusic
Reposted by 🎸🤘 Mike Five 🤘🎸
So I saw @mike1infive.bsky.social last night for a few beers here in deepest Devon, and like some kind of merch wizard he magicked up some unexpected Gozer Goodspeed badges for me & a LAL mug too! Don't ever let anyone tell you that being signed to an independent label doesn't have its perks! 😄
August 27, 2025 at 10:41 AM
So I saw @mike1infive.bsky.social last night for a few beers here in deepest Devon, and like some kind of merch wizard he magicked up some unexpected Gozer Goodspeed badges for me & a LAL mug too! Don't ever let anyone tell you that being signed to an independent label doesn't have its perks! 😄
Reposted by 🎸🤘 Mike Five 🤘🎸
'The Hairy Arm'
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August 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
'The Hairy Arm'
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