Episode 13 of the Culture Cafe was a lot of fun!
There were interviews with Legion of Ape, DCU Marketing Students, Johnny Cronin of The Aftermath and the now legendary interview with Dave from Mike Got Spiked. Yip, there is strong language in there. Don’t let your Granny listen!
Full playlist for the show can be found here
Irish Exports, Mike Got Spiked, have finally unleashed a taste of their sophmore album ‘No Is Not The Answer’, due for release in August 2011.
The County Monaghan natives have been touring the U.S. extensively and constantly since their move in 2006. The brave feckers left following the release of their debut album ‘Caveat Emptor’.
The new album was recorded in Perfect Sound Studios in Los Angeles with Jason Donaghy (Band of Horses/Sum 41).
The new track is textbook Mike Got Spiked with its funky jazzy break, no way MGS could ever write a straightforward rock song 🙂
My favourite bad boys are back! Mike Got Spiked return to Ireland in January 2011 for a series of gigs before the spring release of their new album ‘No Is Not An Answer’.
The Monaghan lads headed Stateside in 2006 and have been constantly touring since then. The new album was recorded at Perfect Sound Studios in Los Angeles in late 2010 with ex-pat and Grammy Award nominee, Jason Donaghy (Band of Horses, Rob Zombie, The Murderdolls, Ryan Adams, Sum 41) at the production controls.
2010 has been a busy year for Mike Got Spiked, finishing the album but also as bassist Jonathan Myles left the band for personal reasons. Fair play to Gavin, Conal and Dave, they are continuing as a three piece and working harder than ever.
Looking forward to hearing the new material!
Irish Tour Dates January 2011:
Wednesday, January 12 – Auntie Annie’s, 44 Dublin Road, Belfast
Friday January 14 – The Spirit Store, Dundalk, Co Louth
Saturday, January 15 – The Workman’s Club, 10 Wellington Quay, Dublin 2
Friday, January 21 – Crane Lane Theatre, Phoenix Street, Cork
Saturday, January 22 – Secret Show, ?
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Got this in my inbox this morning from Mike Got Spiked, best of luck to Jonathan.
I’m sure this is just the start of a new chapter for the rest of the guys.
Hopefully plans to release their second album won’t be affected, looking forward to hearing it.
Los Angeles, California.
September 6, 2010
It’s with heavy hearts and a lifetime of brilliant memories that mike got spiked today announce the departure of bassist and founding member, Jonathan Myles, from the band.
Over the course of eight amazing years, Jonathan has shared in a wild journey that started with a group of friends playing to the rest of their mates in filthy pubs in rural Ireland, and has now taken mike got spiked to a full-time life on the road in the USA.
From strutting his stuff with us on the Vans Warped Tour to being the life and soul of the party in pretty much anywhere in America that you care to mention, Jonathan will always remain a valuable asset to the history of this band.
While Jonathan has decided to leave mike got spiked to pursue other interests, the remaining members, Dave, Conall and Gavin would like to express our gratitude to him for his artistry and dedication.
Although we are saddened to see him go, we wish Jonathan the very best of luck with his future endeavours, musical or otherwise, and thank
him for his continued input to our forthcoming second album.The search for Jonathan’s replacement is currently underway. Anyone interested in auditioning for the position should email
mikegotspiked@gmail.com for further details.