Mike Wilton

Mike Wilton, also known as John Milton and Srehtorb, is the lead guitarist and backing vocalist in Brighton band The Reveals. He also writes his own songs outside the band.

Background

He is adopted by Graham and Sue Wilton and grows up in a conventional middle-class household. The account says he is captured from the wild at the age of six and that his first musical experience is howling. It also says he does not fit in well at school and turns to music, particularly the guitar, as a way to channel his emotions.

Musical role

Wilton is described as an energetic guitarist whose style includes dive-bombing and windmilling techniques. He performs as both a lead guitarist and backing vocalist, and he continues to play guitar in a forceful, expressive way.