Chris Michols is a fantastic singer-songwriter from Sweden who writes emotive and lyrically advanced music in the Rock, Alternative, Grunge, and Folk genres. His songs have been placed in commercials and the hit TV series "Dawson's Creek," and his albums have been downloaded over 100,000 times. With his first official full-length solo album just released, Chris continues to grow his fan base and perform at festivals and other great venues. His emotionally charged songs are perfect for Film and TV scenes involving romance, human relationships, and life journeys.
Chris Michols licensed songs to one of the world's largest energy drink brands, and he produced a song that's used in a long running TV commercial campaign now on it's 4th year running. He was a finalist in the competition Miller Fresh Sounds, and a finalist in the biggest national radio songwriter competition with major national airplay during 2012.
An irresistibly catchy pop/rock song using space travel imagery to portray political isolation. Starts with acoustic guitar and quickly introduces a memorable electric guitar hook. The song gets more spacey and mechanical as it progresses, with beeping arpeggiated synths and robotic vocals. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
A furious 90's-style alt rock track from Chris' old band, Swedish post-grunge stalwarts Dislife. This track comes charging out of the gate with that special mix of artful looseness coalescing into tight chorus hooks that we all grew to love in the early 90's. Great for a rock club or retro 90's vibe, Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A delicate pop ballad morphing into a lighter-waving arena rock ballad halfway through the track. The song starts with a delicate, reverb-ed guitar and soft vocals, and finishes with a fuzzed-out singalong. Great for teen romance and high school dances. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
An epic rock ballad of betrayal and revenge. Starting with an uneasy, modal piano, the song resolves into a huge chorus with pounding drums and soaring vocals. Great for dramatic underscore during an expository montage, a character coming to the realization they have been betrayed, a big climax, etc, Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
A groovy 90's-style track from Chris' former band Dislife. This track is in the more experimental alt-rock style that started gaining ground around 1995, with lots of maj7 chords, funky basslines, and hand percussion. It doesn't sacrifice the rock though, with a huge, wailing chorus. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A powerful grunge rock track. Syncopated electric guitars strum against a plaintive vocal resignedly contemplating the end of a relationship. The song builds to a huge outro with group vocals chanting a wordless but immediately memorable melody. Great for a nightime montage or dark scenes of despair, Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A pop rock ballad in 12/8 time. A classic melody and arrangement support lyrics about indecision in matters of love. Guitars, organ, and an undeniable chorus hook combine to create a timeless love song tinged with regret. Perfect for romance, breakup, drama, and last goodbyes. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
A powerful pop/rock duet about a relationship where one partner struggles with watching the other go down the wrong paths in life. Male and female vocals harmonize over an epic half-time drum feel and downstroke electric guitars. The perfect underscore for teen soaps, breakup montages, etc. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
A powerful halftime-feel rocker from Chris' former band Dislife. Pounding drums and distorted guitars lay the foundation for a gravelly vocal reminiscent of the great 90s acts. The interlude features atmospheric broken glass sound fx and radio chanting. Perfect for dramatic breakups and 90s ambience, Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A driving, rootsy rock track with a classic feel. Strummed acoustic and electric guitars play a timeless 4-chord progression while rock solid bass and drums propel the song forward. An undeniably catchy, upbeat track. Great for 90s nostalgia, teen romance, romantic comedy, and road tripping. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A gentle acoustic rock ballad from late 90s-era group Dislife, featuring Chris Michols on vocals. Lyrics describe watching a loved one facing the health consequences of hard living, and wondering if anyone could have intervened and changed their self-destructive habits. Sad slide guitar adds texture, Male Vocals, Rock, Acoustic Rock
A big rock ballad about dreams and self-doubt. Roomy drums and tremolo guitars lead into a huge, post-grunge style chorus. The male lead vocal is joined by haunting female backgrounds for the chorus hook, making for an epic singalong. A monstrous drum solo over power chords fills out the interlude. Mixed Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A driving post-grunge track with palm-muted electric guitar in the verses and a catchy, singalong chorus. The bridge gets close to prog metal territory with a tremolo picked harmonic minor guitar solo. Lyrics deal with people who need to be the centre of attention, craving endless love and adoration, Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A hopeful and uplifting song about greeting a new day. Features delicate piano and acoustic guitars, natural, roomy drums, and acoustic bass. A key change midway through further emphasizes the buoyancy and uplift of the song's message. A great track for positive, inspirational underscore. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
An ominous rock song cruising along at a slow burn. Lyrics of self-doubt and the falseness of outward appearances are accompanied by big, chiming guitars and a driving beat. The song builds to a chanted outro that slowly fades away. Gritty relationship drama, nighttime cityscapes, lonely drives, etc, Male Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
A sad ballad in 6/8 time using the metaphor of an absent father to explore spirituality. Starting with just guitar and vocal, the band joins in halfway through the song for a powerful and emotional climax. An anguished track perfect for scenes of religious doubt, or, taken literally, absent parents. Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
A lush, emotional singer songwriter duet featuring male and female vocals. Opening with a folky guitar, the song builds with harmonium (organ), bass, drums and hand percussion. The emotional peak is the poignant chorus of layered harmonies. A perfect accompaniment to relationship drama and breakups. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A searing metal / grunge track from Dislife, the band Chris fronted in the late 90s. Simple but harrowing lyrics describe the inhumanity of mass killing, over a punishingly heavy rhythm section. An excellent track for war, horror, vampires, crime, and underground metal venues. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A powerful post-grunge track in 12/8. The lyrics describe a person struggling with physical or mental illness making a final decision to end their pain. Crashing drums and bluesy guitar hooks give way to a surprisingly delicate bridge with sparkling arpeggios and tender vocals. Loud and catchy. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A swaggering rock song with lots of bluesy wah-wah guitar. Performed by 90s alt-rock band Dislife, featuring Chris Michols on vocals. Perfect for a dingy bar, the Sunset Strip, sleazy rock clubs, and live concert footage. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A soaring, dramatic half-time rock ballad. A harmonium/organ intro leads into a mixolydian chord progression, slowly building to a truly epic outro with wordless "ooh" vocals. Healing, realization, acceptance, loneliness, nighttime walks, new love, etc. Instrumental, Rock, Classic Rock
A fast-paced pop/punk track from Chris' former band Dislife. Lyrics deal with the fleeting nature of youth, while the nonstop rhythm section underscores the rapid passage of time. The interlude briefly recalls epic 70s prog rock, before resuming the 90s-era pop-punk onslaught. Upbeat and exciting. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A classic love song that evokes the 1950s, 60s, and 70s with a swing 12/8 groove, organ, and electric guitar stabs. Retro production, heartfelt lyrics, and textural piano round out this charming and catchy romantic ballad. Perfect for a wedding procession, love story, or romantic comedy soundtrack. Male Vocals, Rock, Classic Rock
A 90s rock ballad from Chris' former band Dislife. Lyrics describe wanting to see the world from the perspective of another person. A classic modal groove supported by an alt rock rhythm section and hand percussion. The chromatically descending chorus vocal hook soars above the band. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
An upbeat rock track that straddles the line between ska and pop punk. Bouncy verses with an active bassline give way to a classic bratty pop punk chorus of "I want to go home" and "Leave me alone". Perfect for reality TV, teen drama, high school parties, and anything requiring a youthful vibe. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
An experimental 80s underground style track. Synth pads and electronic drums mix with acoustic guitars and reverb-drenched vocals to create a melancholy mood. Female vocals join in on the chorus. Great for nighttime montages, walking through the rain, and feeling alone in the city. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Art Rock
A midtempo pop rock song about being dissatisfied with a white-picket-fence, picture-perfect life. Strummed electric guitars and poppy drums anchor the tormented vocal. Acoustic guitars join in for the falsetto chorus hook. Perfect for TV drama, breakups, and relationship montages. Male Vocals, Rock, Pop Rock
A delicate acoustic waltz. Strummed acoustic guitars, tinkling piano, and mellow organ pads set a melancholy and reflective mood, while the lyrics ruminate on the inexorable passage of time. A tender and heartfelt track to accompany poignant memories or a retrospective of a life. Male Vocals, Rock, Acoustic Rock
An alt rock ballad about teen suicide. This duet starts with female vocals, with male vocals joining in at the second verse. Quarter note delay electric guitars chime in the background while big, lush acoustic guitars provide the strummed rhythm. Brushed drums and organ complete this epic track. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Melodic Rock
A spacious, dreamy tune from Swedish post-grunge band Dislife, featuring Chris Michols on vocals. Major 7th chords and poppy basslines underscore the dreamlike melody. A grungy interlude kicks in half way through the song, returning to a delicate feel for the outro. Great expository or dream music. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
An acoustic alt rock track. The intro and verse are reminiscent of the post-grunge "unplugged" movement, while the chorus transitions smoothly into a pop singer/songwriter hook. Lyrics about memories and the passage of time soar over bright acoustic guitars and driving hand percussion. Male Vocals, Rock, Acoustic Rock
A racing, energetic post-grunge rocker. Vocoder vocals give way to pummelling downstroke guitars and powerful drums. The gravelly chorus hook gets stuck in your head as the lyrics describe the paranoid ravings of a mind in decline. Perfect for action, chase scenes, martial arts, and highway racing. Male Vocals, Rock, 90s Rock
A fun, upbeat dusty desert rock track. Lyrics tell of a rocker's dysfunctional relationship with the spotlight. The music is equal parts country and alternative, harkening back to the 80s post-punk sound that would go on to define some of the biggest hits of the 90s. A fast-moving train of a song. Male Vocals, Rock, Southern Rock
A 90's style acoustic rock waltz from Swedish post-grunge band Dislife. Strummed acoustic guitars play in swaying 3/4 time while a rhythmic bass line outlines a descending motif. Soaring vocals recall classic Seattle bands. Great for scenes of the Pacific Northwest, or anything requiring a 90s vibe. Male Vocals, Rock, Acoustic Rock
A rollicking Maritime-style folk song where the lyricist describes trying to decipher the reasons for a breakup from a (maybe metaphorical) letter his lover left behind. Clever wordplay uses the letter "Y" to stand in for the word "why", as well as to symbolize the divergence of two people's paths. Male Vocals, Folk, Drinking Songs
A fast, furious, unhinged hard rock thrill ride. A cracking snare and electric guitar noises open the piece, quickly moving into a driving riff. Racing along relentlessly, the song takes a brief detour into a Beatle-esque bridge before resuming the sonic assault. Chases, action, and extreme sports. Male Vocals, Rock, Hard Rock
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