Mick Michaels Archives - Exquisite Noise Records And Publishing

Starlight was originally conceived as a solo project by producer and guitarist Mick Michaels (Corners of Sanctuary), “Under the Radar” evolved into a collaboration and ultimately, an exploration of musical ideas. Eventually joined by drummer Mad T and vocalist Taryn Dorothy, Mick and company have created a compelling, hard charging sound with captivating hooks and impressive musicianship.

“About six years ago, a friend and mentor suggested I try my hand at something other than Heavy Metal,” said Michaels. “He even suggested I do the singing…which I considered for a second but felt it wasn’t what would be completely best for this project. Bringing others into the fold would be the direction it would have to take to get it off the ground.”

A modern, throwback sound in a deliberate, quirky way is exactly what the new EP from Starlight, Under the Radar, brings to the table. This introductionary dropped everywhere on February 12, 2021. While the band is describing itself as “contemporary lounge rock,” there is plenty here to interest indie, hard rock, and heavy metal fanatics. Mick’s guitar work on Just A Game and Mad T’s drumming on I Don’t Want To Go are among the instrumental standouts, while on the vocal side, Taryn belts her lungs out for the duration of this release.

Under The Radar delivers an organically assembled, retro rock experience that sits amidst a myriad of modern releases yet has the music rapidly standing out and moving to the forefront of listeners’ indulgences.