As a native of New Haven, CT, Michael wrote his first book, "Trouble with John Lumely", at the tender age of 14 years old. In spring of 2000, Michael wrote, produced, and directed his first live recording and concert DVD. This was the first installment of his Well Watered Worship Series that has been embraced by countless people around the world. In 2005, Michael released his second book on Tate Publishing titled "God on the Black Market." That same year, he added to his Well Watered Worship Series with a live recorded double disc cd. Since then, Michael has recorded three additional installments to the Well Watered Worship Series, including two Christmas projects, and the latest of the trilogy which birthed the hit single "Come Let Us Sing." Michael currently resides both in Las Vegas, NV and Charlotte, NC where he pastors Berean Christian Fellowship of Churches and is a loving father of two wonderful children, Myles and Layke-Michael.