Mika: The lovechild of Mercury and Bolan
Soundtrack of the summer: This Fall, Island records will unveil the artist who we think should be the breakout superstar of the next few years - Mika. Exotic and beautiful, Mika was born in Beirut but moved with his family to Paris and then London at the height of the war. His father was even taken hostage at the American embassy in Kuwait. His sound is like nothing else on the market - Beck meets Bolan meets Queen meets Scissor Sisters. Mika’s at his most Mercury- esque on summer-anthem-in-waiting Grace Kelly. One of those songs that can put a smile on your face no matter how you’re feeling inside.
Mika’s myspace page and sample music including Grace Kelly can be found here. Mika’s website is here.