Mike Mills | |
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 Mills in 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Michael Edward Mills |
| Born | December 17, 1958 Orange County, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, folk rock,[1] college rock, jangle pop |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, music producer |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar, keyboards, vocals |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Spouse | Jasmine Pahl |
Michael Edward Mills (born December 17, 1958) is an American multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer who was a founding member of the alternative rock band R.E.M.[2] Though known primarily as the bass guitarist and backing vocalist of R.E.M., his musical repertoire also includes keyboards, guitar and occasional lead vocals. He contributed to a majority of the band's musical compositions and is the only member to have had formal musical training.
- ^ Stipe, Carrey Duet On R.E.M. - Penned Soundtrack
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