Mike Skinner: From Drug Binges to Family Man

Mike Skinner, the influential artist behind The Streets, has transitioned from a tumultuous period involving drug binges and a perceived 'collapse in morality' to embrace a more settled family life. The 47-year-old musician, known for his groundbreaking Noughties album 'A Grand Don't Come for Free,' is now a devoted father of two.

Skinner has been married to Claire Le Marquand since 2010, and they share a daughter, Amelia, aged 17, and a son, George, aged 14. He described a typical weekend, which might involve family outings and quiet time. This shift contrasts sharply with his earlier experiences in the music industry, which he previously described as a 'complete collapse in morality.'

Looking ahead, Skinner is preparing for a summer tour celebrating his iconic album and is actively working on new music for The Streets. Concurrently, he is developing a film about alien abduction, drawing inspiration from his decade-long focus on filmmaking. Skinner also reflected on past struggles, including the trauma of losing family members and significant financial losses from spread betting, noting his current freedom from the anxiety and feeling of being constantly watched that plagued him in his twenties and thirties.