Mike Mills
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Michael Edward Mills |
| Born | December 17, 1958 Orange County, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, folk rock, college rock, jangle pop |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, music producer |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar, keyboards, vocals |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Spouse | Jasmine Pahl |
Michael Edward Mills (born December 17, 1958) is an American multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer who was a founding member of the alternative rock band R.E.M. Though known primarily as the bass guitarist and backing vocalist of R.E.M., his musical repertoire also includes keyboards and occasional lead vocals. He contributed to a majority of the band's musical compositions and is the only member to have had formal musical training.