Mike and the Mechanics (stylised as Mike + The Mechanics) are an English rock band formed in Dover in 1985 by Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford, initially as a side project during a hiatus period for his other group. They are known for the hit singles "Silent Running", "All I Need Is a Miracle", "Taken In", "The Living Years", "Word of Mouth", "Over My Shoulder" and "Now That You've Gone". Initially, the band included Rutherford (the only constant member), vocalists Paul Carrack and Paul Young,...
