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MICK MARS
- 2024
COUNTRY:
UNITED STATES
GENRE(S):
HARD ROCK
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Mick Mars' musical journey began at an early age, nurtured by influences such as Jeff Beck and the Paul Butterfield Blues Band. By the age of 14 he was already playing in bands, honing his skills and developing the distinctive sound that would later define Mötley Crüe.
In 1981, fate intervened when Mick Mars responded to an advert placed by Nikki Sixx, looking for a guitarist for her new band. Although Mick Mars was older and more experienced than the other members, their musical chemistry was undeniable. Together, with Tommy Lee and Vince Neil, they formed Mötley Crüe, a band destined to be both hugely successful and notoriously controversial.
Mick Mars' unique style has become a defining element of the Mötley Crüe sound. His aggressive yet melodic solos and bluesy riffs, often infused with a touch of punk energy, were a perfect complement to the band's raw, rebellious attitude. Songs like "Kickstart My Heart", "Dr. Feelgood" and "Girls, Girls, Girls" showcase his trademark blend of technical skill and emotion.
Despite the band's turbulent lifestyle, with which Mick Mars himself sometimes had to contend, he remained a dedicated musician. He battled health problems throughout his career, including ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the spine.
In 2022, after decades of rocking stadiums around the world, Mick Mars officially announced his retirement from touring with his band. He then embarked on a solo career with a debut album released in 2024, "The Other Side of Mars", featuring 10 songs ranging from classic hard rock to alternative rock.
More informations on https://mick-mars.com/
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DID YOU KNOW?
 It was Mick Mars who came up with the name of the band, "Mötley Crüe". He combined the words "motley", meaning a collection of various things, and "crew", meaning a group of people working together.
Unlike his Motley Crue partners, Mick Mars has never had a reputation for partying to excess. He even tried to discourage the other members of the band from taking heroin.
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