Mike Badger

Mike Badger is a Liverpool-born musician, visual artist, and co-founder of the legendary indie band The La’s, whose jangly, rootsy sound became a cornerstone of the late ’80s/early ’90s British alt-rock scene. After leaving The La’s, he dove into solo work and formed the Americana-tinged band Mike Badger & The Shady Trio, blending raw, poetic storytelling with garage-folk grit. His recent releases, like *Devils Ghosts & Firearms* and *How the Hell It Come to This*, showcase his knack for biting social commentary wrapped in stripped-back, lo-fi arrangements, while tracks like *Shoot Me in the Head (If I Ever Become One of Them)* prove his rebellious spirit hasn’t dimmed.

Beyond music, Badger’s a champion of outsider art—he founded the Viper Label to spotlight underground acts and even runs a recycled-art sculpture garden. Albums like *Lo Fi Acoustic Excursions (1983-2003)* trace his DIY ethos across decades, and *Another Christmas Carol* adds a wry, festive twist to his catalog. Whether howling through *Wolfman* or strumming introspective tales, Badger remains a cult hero who’s equal parts punk troubadour and scrapyard poet.

Genres

Alternative

Indie Rock

Singer-songwriter

Alternative Rock

Lo-fi

Folk Rock

Garage Rock

Country

Americana

Roots Rock

Latest Release

Devils Ghosts & Firearms

Mike Badger

Album - 14 Tracks - Released November 7, 2025