The Mystery Lights

**The Mystery Lights** hail from the sunbaked Central Valley of California, though they’ve since planted their roots in New York City’s gritty garage rock scene. Known for their raw, psychedelic-tinged sound that channels ’60s garage punk with a modern edge, the band formed around core members Mike Brandon (vocals/guitar) and L.A. Solano (guitar). Their self-titled debut album (2016) on Wick Records—a Daptone Records imprint—showcased their love for reverb-drenched riffs, frenetic organ lines, and lyrics that oscillate between existential angst and party-ready swagger.

The Lights doubled down on their retro-fitted chaos with 2019’s *Too Much Tension!*, packing a punch of fuzzed-out anthems like “Crack in the Sky” and the title track. Touring relentlessly and earning a rep for sweat-soaked live shows, they’ve become stalwarts of the garage revival movement, often sharing stages with likeminded acts. While details about their personal lives stay under wraps, their music speaks volumes—a time capsule of scuzzy, analog rock ’n’ roll rebellion.

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